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6-Day Captivating Jiangnan Private Tour: Hangzhou to Xitang Water Towns

Private driver greets you at Hangzhou airport or station, transfers to downtown hotel for check-in. Full free time after arrival to rest, explore nearby streets or taste local snacks at your own pace, with no scheduled sightseeing plans.

After hotel breakfast, visit iconic Leifeng Pagoda (ticket included), climb to the top for full panoramic views of West Lake and Hangzhou city. Stroll along West Lake and Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor (one of the Ten West Lake Scenes) to enjoy quiet poetic lakeside scenery. Private car remains on standby for the full day, stay another night in Hangzhou.

After breakfast, drive 1.5 hours to Shaoxing, hometown of famous writer Lu Xun. Tour Shaoxing Rice Wine Town to learn about thousand-year yellow rice wine brewing culture, visit Lu Xun's Former Residence to learn about the writer's life and classic works, then walk along Cangqiao Straight Street, a well-preserved ancient water street with traditional houses and stone bridges. Check into Shaoxing hotel, free time in the evening to explore old streets.

After breakfast, drive 2 hours to Wuzhen, the most iconic Jiangnan water town. Visit East Scenic Zone with original folk customs and authentic local daily life, then West Scenic Zone with delicate ancient architecture, stone bridges, canals and craft workshops, staying to enjoy the famous romantic night lighting views. Check into Wuzhen hotel for overnight stay (combined East/West zone ticket included).

After breakfast, drive 40 minutes to quiet Nanxun Ancient Town, known for serene classical gardens and well-preserved wealthy merchant mansions. Then drive 1 hour to Xitang Ancient Town, famous for unique covered corridors and riverside dwellings, explore ancient lanes and waterside views at a relaxed pace. Check into hotel in Xitang/Jiaxing for the night (Xitang entry ticket included).

After hotel breakfast, private driver transfers you to the nearest airport or train station according to your travel schedule, marking the end of the 6-day Jiangnan water town private tour.

What's Included

  • Private 5-seat air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver for all transfers (arrival pick-up, intercity transfers, sightseeing standby, departure drop-off)
  • 5 nights standard hotel accommodation (2 nights Hangzhou, 1 night Shaoxing, 1 night Wuzhen, 1 night Xitang/Jiaxing, twin/double room)
  • Daily hotel breakfast throughout the trip
  • First entry tickets: Leifeng Pagoda, Wuzhen East & West Scenic Zones, Xitang Ancient Town
  • Full itinerary planning and on-trip support
  • No forced shopping stops

What's Not Included

  • All lunches, dinners and personal drinks throughout the trip (local restaurant recommendations provided)
  • Entry tickets for paid core spots inside Nanxun Ancient Town (booking assistance available on request)
  • Optional on-site services: river boat rides, sightseeing carts, performances, handcraft experiences
  • Personal expenses (shopping, laundry, communication fees, snacks, extra hotel services)
  • Travel and accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately)
  • Extra costs caused by personal schedule changes or delayed travel plans
  • International/domestic round-trip flights/trains to Hangzhou
  • Voluntary tips for driver
  • Any items not listed in the inclusion section

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