Day 1 Hangzhou → She County → Hangzhou
All day
8:00-8:30, gather at Huanglong Seafood Stall and depart (near: Subway Station - Huanglong Sports Center Station - Exit F)
--Four Great Ancient Cities of China--
Around 11:00, we arrived at Yuliang Ancient Town and Huizhou Ancient City for lunch and sightseeing.
Visit the Yuliang Dam, the Dujiangyan Irrigation System in Jiangnan, stroll along the old streets, and along the Xin'an River before arriving at Huizhou Ancient City. Here, visit the Xuguo Stone Archway, a national treasure (the only eight-legged memorial archway in China), and explore Doushan Street, a hidden alley known as the "ancient wealthy district." The weathered gatehouses hold countless stories of Huizhou. Explore the Huizhou History Museum to discover Xin'an culture and gain a deeper understanding of Huizhou architecture, Xin'an literature, and the legendary Huizhou merchants.
You can also visit the Huizhou Government Office at your own expense, climb the Huizhou Ancient City Wall, overlook the ancient city and Xin'an River, and experience the historical relics of the ancient city.
Today's [Ancient City Walk] route reference: Yuliang Dam - Yuliang Old Street - Xin'an River - Wengcheng - Xuguo Stone Archway - Huizhou History Museum - Zhonghe Street - Dousan Street - Toad Well - Wannian Bridge, the whole journey is about 4.5 kilometers, and the road is almost flat.
--Unlock the hidden gameplay of the ancient city--
Laoye Coffee: Located in front of the window on the second floor of Yanghemen, the Grand Secretary Archway is right in front of you. In addition to delicious coffee, you can also enjoy close-up theatrical performances.
Nanqiaolou Teahouse: Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the ancient city, drink tea, listen to music, and taste Huizhou snacks. It's a very leisurely place.
Huizhou folk songs: Listen to Huizhou folk songs at the Tea Song Theater in Cao's Second Residence in the ancient city, and feel the love and persistence of the older generation of artists for traditional opera!
--Zhanqi Fish Lanterns Celebrate the New Year, Lighting up the Chinese New Year--
Around 16:00, we arrived at Zhanqi Ancient Village, waiting for a fish lantern festival.
As night falls, the sounds of life fill the air. Fish lanterns, dancing for eight hundred years, "swim" out of the ancient village's ancestral hall. Accompanied by the lively sounds of gongs, drums, and firecrackers, the millennia-old village is instantly ablaze. The giant fish, twirling and swimming freely through the old streets, exudes a powerful appeal. Tourists follow excitedly, their faces beaming under the lights. This is the essence of Chinese New Year.
Gather at 19:30 for the return trip and disband in the city around 22:30.
Note 1: Due to the late arrival time in Hangzhou and the difficulty in estimating the exact time, it is possible that you may miss the last high-speed train back to Shanghai or other cities. Tourists from other places are advised to register for this activity based on their own circumstances.
Note 2: If it is a peak return day during holidays, it is possible that you may arrive in Hangzhou near midnight.
Note 3: If the performance is cancelled due to heavy rain, we will return directly and no refund will be given.
