Day 1 Shanghai → Youfu Ancient Town → Longyou → Songyang/Suichang
All day
morning:
7:15-7:30, gather at the designated location in Xuhui, Shanghai;
We set off on time at 7:30 and headed to Youbu Ancient Town, which is known as the "Carbon Water Ancient Street".
Around 11:30: Arrive at Youbu Ancient Town, one of the "Four Millennium Ancient Towns in Zhejiang Province". Since the Eastern Jin Dynasty, it has been known as the "First Port in the Upper Qianjiang River" due to its connection with the Qianjiang River system.
Noon: Start with a bowl of authentic beef noodles and taste Lanxi delicacies such as chicken cake, tofu skin rice dumplings, meat dumplings, water noodles, crystal cakes, ice milk, etc.
PS: In case of traffic jam during holidays, we will go directly to Longyou Ancient Street for entertainment and dining or to the service area for dining.
afternoon:
Around 14:30, we arrived at the Longyou Grottoes, known as the "Ninth Wonder of the World". There are more than 50 grottoes scattered across the mountainside in a few square kilometers.
As for the mystery of the formation of these caves, there are speculations that they were used to store soldiers, store grain, perform sacrifices, quarry stones, etc. Longyou Grottoes not only left people with the ancient splendor, but also filled with more unfathomable mysteries.
Gather at 17:00 and check in to the hotel in Songyang/Suichang city.
After checking in, you can freely stroll around Songyang Old Street, which is one of the most well-preserved traditional streets in Zhejiang. It is full of ancient buildings and a lively atmosphere. For dinner, you can try local specialties such as Songyang pancakes,
Experience the ancient charm and fireworks of Songyang with traditional sesame cakes, tofu balls, etc.
Accommodation is tight during holidays. Depending on the specific booking area, you will stay in Suichang County or Songyang County, which will not affect your trip to Damushan Tea Field the next day.
Day 2: Damushan Tea Garden → Sandu Township → Guyan Painting Village
All day
Early in the morning, get up and have breakfast.
morning:
[Damu Mountain Cycling Tea Garden], one of the 100 "Beautiful Countrysides" in Zhejiang Province in 2018, Damu Mountain Tea Garden in Songyang County is on the list. Here we can check in at the tea fields, take beautiful photos, rent a bicycle, and cycle through the tea fields. When we get tired of riding, we can also brew a pot of good tea in the nearby teahouses, enjoy the countryside time, and enjoy the present moment.
noon:
Free lunch at Damu Mountain
afternoon:
We've arranged a hike along the ancient trails of Sandu Township. For over 1,800 years, the Songyang Mountains have been inhabited by a diverse network of ancient villages, both local aristocrats and Hakka immigrants. These villages are often connected by ancient trails, which served as vital routes from Songyang to Sandu, Lishui, and Jinhua, and remain well-preserved to this day. Our hike begins in a small village at the foot of the mountain, passing through numerous ancient villages along the way. The scenic landscape, with its varied heights and varied terrain, has earned it the nickname "the Potala Palace of Jiangnan." You'll be amazed by the architectural wonders of this complex nestled deep within the mountains.
evening:
Drive to the inn near Guyan Painting Village, drop off your luggage, and watch the night fall. It's time to explore the night scene of the old street of the painting village. Strolling along the small paths will make you feel like you've traveled back in time. You'll hear the calls of vendors inviting customers and the sounds of children playing. When you reach the end of the street, look up and you might even see a starry sky waiting for you to admire.
Day 3 Guyan Painting Village → Shanghai
All day
morning:
Get up early, then enjoy the mist all over the city and the sunshine. Have a simple breakfast at the B&B and get ready to start your exciting journey.
morning:
We arrived at the Ancient Weir Painting Village Scenic Area. The ancient camphor trees at the weir head and the historic water overpass, immersing us in the beauty of nature and the wisdom of the ancients, create a breathtaking painting. The scenic area is dotted with thousand-year-old camphor trees, interwoven with ancient villages, and boasts a weir as famous as the Dujiangyan Weir in Sichuan. These weirs all embody a rich cultural heritage. Wandering through the ancient streets is like transcending the boundaries of time and space, a journey of both body and mind. We then took a boat trip on the 800-li Oujiang River (Wenzhou's mother river), a sacred spot for sketching at the Academy of Fine Arts. Arriving at the Painting Village, we heard the legendary stories of the Barbizon School in the artistic town. The entire neighborhood is imbued with a vibrant cultural atmosphere, truly a "painting village" and a perfect place to experience the artistic atmosphere.
noon:
At the right time, we will find some free food at restaurants near the painting village. There are many snacks in the ancient town, so you can find some food as you go.
Gather at 14:00 in the afternoon.
It is estimated to arrive in Shanghai in 5-6 hours. Due to traffic jams on holidays, we may arrive in Shanghai late. Please understand.
