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In this Hangzhou 1 Day Tour: Hangzhou Grand Canal Culture and History, you will have a chance to learn about local history along the canal, visit the Grand Canal Museumce, take a boat cruise on the canal and other highlights. The Jinghang (Beijing- Hangzhou) Grand Canal is the longest ancient canal in the world. As the start/end-point of the canal, Hangzhou plays an important part in Chinese canal history. The Grand Canal may be the best way to explore lifestyle of Hangzhou locals.
Duration: 7 - 8 hours
Attractions(Cities):
China Grand Canal Museum,Gongchenqiao,China Umbrella Museum,Dadou Road Food Street,Xiangji Temple
Pick-up point:
Your hotel in Hangzhou Downtown, Hangzhou Xiaoshan international airport,hangzhou railway station around 9:00 am.
Finishing point:
Your hotel in Hangzhou Downtown, Hangzhou Xiaoshan international airport,hangzhou railway station around 5:00 pm.
Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry)
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Available: Daily (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
Overview: Hangzhou is the terminal point of Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. The development of Hangzhou is closely linked to the ups and downs of the canal which connects the past and the future. Today, you will understand how important the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal was.
In the Morning, our Hangzhou private tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Hangzhou (Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport/Hangzhou Train Station) at 9:00am holding with a welcome sign" Hangzhou Private Tour", then starts the Beijing Hangzhou Grand Canal Culture Tour as below:
Our Pick up sign" Hangzhou Private Tour"
Firstly, drive you to visit the China Grand Canal Museum, The museum was officially opened on October 1, 2007, and the name was inscribed by Qiao Shi (??), a famous political leader of China Communist Party. Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum is China’s only themed museum with the time-honored Grand Canal. It reflects and demonstrates the natural scenery and historical culture of the Grand Canal. At present, the museum collects and exhibits thousands of cultural relics and historical data, fully demonstrating the position and function of the Grand Canal in the history of the development of the Chinese nation.
Out of the Museum, then visit the Gongchen Ancient Bridge, In Chinese “Gong” literally means meeting and “Chen” refers to the place where emperors live. Hence, Gongchen Bridge was a symbol of welcome and respect for the king. It is the end point of the Grand Canal as well as the transport hub in Hangzhou Section of Grand Canal. Gongchen Ancient Bridge is the landmark of gongchenqiao Ancient Culture Street on the riverfront of Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. Built in the 4th year of Chongzhen (????) reign in Ming Dynasty (1631),
After lunch, head to the Chinese Umbrella Museum, China Umbrella Museum is a newly-established themed museum with umbrellas in Hangzhou. Since its opening, it has been one of the welcome tourist destinations of Hangzhou with its special tourist resources and unique charm. Umbrella in traditional Chinese literature is a classic image of romance and femininity. In many poems and essays, umbrellas are always connected with elegant ladies and mild gentlewomen.
Lunch at Dadou Road Food Street. the Stretching from Daguan Road (???) to Jiangzhang Bridge (???) along the Grand Canal, Dadou Road covers an area of 95,000 square meters. In the street, lines of late Qing- and early Ming-style constructions, winding flagstone walkways, tall phoenix trees and red lanterns hung along the bank all demonstrate its importance in history, which surely has contributed to its formation as a historic block as well as a food street.
At last, visit the The 1,000-year-plus-old Xiangji Temple is the most special spot in the Dadou Road Historic Block. It is the only temple enshrining and worshiping the Shan Kinnara Bodhisattva who is also called Kitchen God in Chinese myths. Located on the bank of the canal, Xiangji Temple was once among the three largest temples in Hangzhou during the Ming Dynasty(1368-1644). Now the temple is the most popular one along the canal. You will get three incenses when you enter the temple to worship.
Drive you back to your hotel in Hangzhou or the Hangzhou Train Station. Our servce ends.
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Travel in comfort and style with our premium private transportation. We offer a fleet of air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean, and meticulously maintained vehicles, all less than four years old. Our professional drivers, all locals with over a decade of driving experience, are friendly, courteous, and dedicated to your safety and comfort. Depending on your group's size, we provide a range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, business vans (MPVs), and spacious buses, all with ample luggage space.
Authentic Dining Experiences
We prioritize genuine local culinary experiences over pre-arranged tourist restaurants. Our local guides will recommend the best local restaurants where you can savor authentic flavors. This approach ensures you enjoy the freshest, most authentic meals, tailored to your preferences, and experience the true essence of the local cuisine. Whether your dietary needs are vegetarian, Muslim, Chinese, Western, Jewish, or Indian, we have excellent options to make every meal a delightful part of your journey.
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Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake Boat Cruise, Viewing Fish at the Flower Pond, Lingyin Temple, Anmanfayun Village, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Southern Song Imperial Street
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Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake Boat Cruise, Viewing Fish at the Flower Pond, China National Tea Museum, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Longjing Imperial Tea Garden
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