Enchanting Jiangnan by Boat • 4-Day Water Towns & Thousand Island Lake Escape

Tour Code: ZJ-QDH04
Tour Type: Light Luxury Photography • In-Depth Experience (Includes 2 Special Activities)
Best For: Friends, couples, and photography enthusiasts

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 – Hangzhou → Xitang

Arrival in Hangzhou with pickup service. Transfer to Xitang Ancient Town. Enjoy a complimentary Hanfu costume experience (with light styling) and a scenic boat ride through the canals.
Hotel: Boutique water-town guesthouse (outside Xitang)
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – Wuzhen & Nanxun

In the morning, explore Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area, including the Traditional Indigo Dye Workshop and Zhaoming Academy. In the afternoon, visit Nanxun Ancient Town and enjoy a relaxing gondola-style boat ride.
Hotel: Water-town guesthouse in Nanxun
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 3 – Thousand Island Lake

Spend the day exploring the central lake area of Thousand Island Lake. Visit Meifeng Island for panoramic views and Longshan Island for cultural sights. Cruise across the crystal-clear waters before returning to Hangzhou.
Hotel: 3-diamond hotel in Hangzhou
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 4 – West Lake & Departure

Enjoy a morning boat cruise on West Lake, including the iconic Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. In the afternoon, visit Guangfu Zen Temple for blessings and stroll along Hefang Street at your leisure. A complimentary tea plantation photoshoot is included before transfer to the station.
Meals: Breakfast

Note: Includes 2 breakfasts and 3 main meals (standard: RMB 30 per person per meal).

Exclusive Experiences

• Hanfu costume experience in Xitang (includes light makeup & styling)

• Tea plantation photoshoot (includes 3 professionally edited photos)

Accommodation

• Two nights in charming water-town guesthouses (Xitang & Nanxun)

• One night in a comfortable 3-diamond hotel in Hangzhou

• Clean, cozy, and carefully selected stays

What’s Included

• Thousand Island Lake boat ticket

• West Lake boat cruise

• Nanxun traditional rowing boat experience

• No hidden costs or optional add-ons

Local Food Highlights

Taste authentic regional specialties:

• Xitang water chestnut cake

• Wuzhen soy sauce duck

• Thousand Island Lake fish head soup

(Standard meal budget: RMB 30 per person per meal, upgrade options available)

Travel Assurance

• No shopping stops, no forced spending

• Pure sightseeing experience

• Complimentary bottled water (1 per person per day)

Guest Reviews

“The water at Thousand Island Lake is unbelievably beautiful—like emerald from the top of Meifeng Island. The Hanfu experience was thoughtful, with clean outfits and simple hairstyling.”
— Liu*, Guangzhou (May 2025)

“Great value for staying inside water towns for two nights. Nanxun was peaceful at night, and the boatman even sang local folk songs.”
— Chen, Chengdu (Apr 2025)

“The guide was amazing at photography—helped us take stunning shots in Xitang’s covered corridors. The tea plantation shoot felt a bit rushed, but the photos turned out great.”
— Zhou, Nanjing (Mar 2025)