Hangzhou Culture & Heritage

Hangzhou In-Depth Cultural Tour

Ancient Temples · Song Dynasty Charm · Intangible Cultural Heritage · Museum Journey

2 Days 1 NightsHangzhou600 – 840 USD

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Overview

Trip Overview

Two days delving into Hangzhou's historical fabric: from the thousand-year-old stone slabs of Southern Song Imperial Street to the brocade robes of the China National Silk Museum, and hands-on intangible heritage at the Craftsmanship Live Museum. We don't rush—we converse with history and listen to old Hangzhou stories hidden in the alleys.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Visit the China National Silk Museum to learn about the Silk Road and weaving techniques
✓Stroll along Southern Song Imperial Street and Hefang Street, touching a thousand years of history
✓Explore the Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum and experience Jiangnan's herbal culture
✓Experience intangible cultural heritage crafts at the Craftsmanship Live Workshop (e.g., oil-paper umbrella making, fan painting)
✓Visit Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak to interpret Buddhist art
✓Savor tea at Longjing Tea Village and attend a tea culture lecture
✓In-depth commentary by a professional cultural guide

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYHangzhou

Day 1: Southern Song Imperial Street · Silk Museum · Intangible Heritage Experience

BreakfastNot included · Self-arranged

MorningTour Southern Song Imperial Street and Hefang Street, visit the Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum, and taste Dingsheng cake and scallion-wrapped youtiao.

LunchIncluded · Huangfan'er (Hefang Street Branch) · Traditional Hangzhou cuisine

AfternoonHead to the China National Silk Museum to explore silk history and weaving craftsmanship, then experience oil-paper umbrella painting or fan painting at the Craftsmanship Live Workshop.

DinnerIncluded · West Lake Spring (Nanshan Road Branch) · Creative Hangzhou cuisine

EveningEnjoy a Hangzhou cuisine dinner by West Lake, then stroll along the Nanshan Road art district after dinner.

TransportPrivate carStay4-star hotel in downtown Hangzhou

2DAYHangzhou

Day 2: Lingyin Zen · Longjing Tea Culture · Departure Transfer

BreakfastIncluded · In-hotel · Breakfast included

MorningHead to Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak, where the guide will explain the grotto statues from the Five Dynasties to Song Dynasty and help you experience Zen culture.

LunchIncluded · Longjing Village farmhouse cuisine · Free-range chicken clay pot, Longjing scrambled eggs

AfternoonHead to Longjing Tea Village, visit the China National Tea Museum, experience tea picking and pan-firing, taste Longjing tea, and attend a tea culture lecture.

DinnerNot included · Depending on flight/train schedule

EveningTransfer to the airport/station according to your return schedule, concluding the cultural journey.

TransportPrivate carStayNone (return trip)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Hangzhou	4-star hotel in downtown Hangzhou (near West Lake or Hefang Street)	4-star	Standard twin room	1 night

Activities

Recommended Activities

Southern Song Imperial Street

The central axis of Lin'an, the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty, and a historical cultural district

China National Silk Museum

A national-level silk-themed museum showcasing silk history and craftsmanship

Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum

A time-honored traditional Chinese medicine brand founded by Hu Xueyan, a red-topped merchant of the late Qing Dynasty

Lingyin Temple

A thousand-year-old ancient temple and a famous Jiangnan Zen temple

China National Tea Museum

China's only national-level museum themed around tea

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Experience	Hangzhou	Oil-paper umbrella painting, fan painting, or paper-cutting experience	CNY	Price upon request	Advance reservation required
Tea Culture Lecture	Hangzhou	Professional tea master explains the history of Longjing tea and brewing techniques	CNY	Price upon request	Can be arranged in Longjing Village

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

1 night of 4-star hotel accommodation (including breakfast for two)
First admission tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
Professional cultural guide service
Private car transfers and driver service throughout the tour
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (2 lunches + 1 dinner)
One intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience

Not Included

Round-trip transportation to and from Hangzhou
Meals not indicated in the itinerary
Personal expenses and gratuities
Travel accident insurance
Single room supplement
Additional expenses due to force majeure
Special exhibition tickets inside the museum

Notes

Good to Know

The museum is closed on Mondays; the itinerary will be adjusted according to opening hours.
Intangible cultural heritage experiences require reservation 3 days in advance.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Please consult customer service for children's pricing.

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