+8619705475100 [email protected]

After creating an account, you'll be able to track your payment status, track the confirmation and you can also rate the tour after you finished the tour.

Username*

Password*

Confirm Password*

First Name*

Last Name*

Birth Date*

Email*

Phone*

Country*

* Creating an account means you're okay with our Terms of Service and Privacy Statement.

Please agree to all the terms and conditions before proceeding to the next step

Continue with Google

Already a member?

Best Seller

From$530

Booking Form

Enquiry Form

Save To Wish List

340

3-Day Slow Hangzhou: West Lake, Tea Hiking & Xixi Wetland

Highlights

Intimate Lakeside Garden & Golden Hour

Private afternoon tea pause at Guo’s Villa away from tourist dikes with sunset reflections.

Nine Creeks Shaded Valley Walk

Flexible 2-5 km nature hike along stepping stones, streams, and pristine terraced tea ridges.

Organic Farm-to-Table Tea Farmer Lunch

Authentic village meal in Meijiawu paired with terroir microclimate brewing exploration.

Private Hand-Sculled Reed Boat (摇橹船)

Silent navigation through undisturbed reed corridors and waterbird habitats in Xixi Wetland.

Price Includes

Vehicle ServiceExperienced drivers & air-conditioned vehicles
Hotel AccomodationHotel accommodation with breakfasts
Tour GuideProfessional licensed English-speaking local guide
Sightseeing & MealsAdmission tickets, activities, and meals listed in the itinerary

Price Excludes

International Airfare
Entry VisaEntry visa fees
Private ExpensesPersonal expenses and single room supplement
Tips for Guide and DriverTips or gratuities for guides and drivers
Outdoor EquipmentOutdoor clothing, rain boots or specialist birdwatching equipment

Photos

Itinerary

Day 1Southern Lake Serenity & Golden Hour Reflections

MORNING / MID

Private arrival greeting at Hangzhou East Railway Station (杭州东站) or airport and transfer to a tranquil boutique lodge nestled in the West Lake hills. Relaxed early lunch with panoramic foliage views.

AFTERNOON / EVE

Visit Guo’s Villa (郭庄 / Guozhuang), the finest private lakeside garden with water pavilions framing views of West Lake (西湖). Enjoy lakefront outdoor afternoon tea, catching twilight photographers’ golden hour.

Meals: L (Garden), D (Local) | Stay: Hangzhou Boutique Stay | Walking: ~3 km (Smooth cobblestone) | Pace: Unhurried & Visual

Day 2Nine Creeks Canopy Walk & Tea Farmer Lunch

MORNING

Commence an enchanting nature walk following the Nine Creeks in Misty Forest (九溪烟树 / 九溪十八涧) winding through shaded woodlands, bubbling streams, and stepped tea plantations. Learn about the unique microclimate.

AFTERNOON

Emerge at a local tea grower’s courtyard in Meijiawu (梅家坞) or Longjing (龙井). Savor authentic organic farm dishes (bamboo shoots, free-range chicken, stir-fried tea tips). Conclude with a deep sensory tea appreciation session.

Meals: B, L (Organic Farm) | Stay: Hangzhou Boutique Stay | Walking: 2 to 5 km (Shaded paths) | Pace: Active Outdoor / Flexible

Day 3Xixi Wetland Sculled Boat & Eco-Departure

MORNING

Glide along quiet reeds and ancient waterways in a private wooden sculled boat (摇橹船 / Yaoluchuan) at Xixi National Wetland Park (西溪国家湿地公园). Listen to the rhythmic creak of the wooden oar, observing waterbirds and mulberry dikes.

AFTERNOON

Brief guided stroll across quiet wetland boardwalks. Farewell freshwater lunch, followed by smooth private vehicle transfer to Hangzhou East Railway Station (杭州东站) or Xiaoshan Airport (萧山机场).

Meals: B, L (Freshwater Lunch) | Stay: Onward Transit | Walking: ~2.5 km (Wooden boardwalks) | Pace: Peaceful Eco-Pace

FAQ

What are the arrival timing recommendations for the nature and hiking itinerary?

We recommend arriving at Hangzhou East Railway Station (杭州东站) or Xiaoshan Airport (萧山机场) before 11:00 AM on Day 1. This schedule ensures an unhurried check-in and allows us to time the Guo’s Villa (郭庄) garden stroll and West Lake (西湖) sunset photography during optimal afternoon golden hour lighting conditions.

Does the Nine Creeks (九溪十八涧) trail require specialized hiking gear or high fitness?

No technical hiking gear is required. The Nine Creeks in Misty Forest (九溪烟树) trail is a scenic, shaded nature walk (standard route: ~5 km; gently graded along dirt tracks, forest stepping stones, and flagstone paths). Comfortable walking shoes or trail sneakers with good traction are sufficient. The route can be shortened to a 2 km gentle stroll at any moment, with our private support vehicle waiting at the trail terminus.

Are wetland wildlife, migratory birds, or seasonal blooms guaranteed at Xixi Wetland (西溪湿地)?

No. Nature follows its own calendar. While Xixi National Wetland Park (西溪国家湿地公园) is a premier ecological haven home to egrets, cormorants, and seasonal flora (persimmon trees in autumn, reeds in late fall, plum blossoms in late winter), wildlife sightings and specific bloom stages are natural phenomena that cannot be guaranteed in contractual delivery.

What is the policy regarding commercial shopping during the tea village lunch?

Our tea-terrace lunch is hosted in an authentic, family-run farmhouse in the hills of Meijiawu (梅家坞) or Longjing (龙井). The purpose is to savor hyper-local home cooking (fresh bamboo shoots, organic mountain greens, and free-range village chicken) and observe local microclimate terroir. In alignment with our 100% No-Shopping commitment, no commercial sales pitches are permitted during the meal or subsequent tea tasting.

What is the backup contingency if heavy downpours hit during hiking or boating days?

In light rain, both Nine Creeks (九溪) and Xixi Wetland (西溪湿地) take on an ethereal mist celebrated in Chinese landscape art; umbrellas and shoe covers are provided. In cases of severe thunderstorms, high winds, or squall warnings that halt sculling boats, outdoor segments are replaced with the tea-scented pavilions of the China National Tea Museum (中国茶叶博物馆), imperial Southern Song kiln ceramics appreciation, or indoor tea meditation workshops.

What boat experience is used in Xixi National Wetland Park (西溪国家湿地公园)?

Rather than noisy, crowded diesel motorized ferries, we feature hand-sculled wooden pole boats (摇橹船 / Yaoluchuan) through Xixi’s tranquil inner water corridors. This allows guests to glide silently beneath weeping willows and reed marshes, creating an intimate, acoustic environment ideal for birdwatching and photography.

Can dietary restrictions such as vegan, nut allergies, or dairy intolerance be handled?

Yes. Zhejiang cuisine relies primarily on vegetable oils and fresh seasonal produce rather than heavy dairy. We work directly with our village kitchen hosts in Meijiawu (梅家坞) and boutique dining partners to guarantee dedicated nut-free preparation and strictly plant- based vegan/vegetarian alternatives seasoned with fresh ginger, scallions, and cold-pressed tea seed oil.

Is digital network coverage and emergency support available in the hills and wetlands?

Yes. Both the Nine Creeks (九溪) valleys and Xixi Wetland (西溪湿地) reserves maintain full 5G cellular coverage. Guests are provided with an active high-speed China data SIM/eSIM, and your guide carries a first-aid kit, insect repellent, and direct priority communication channels to our Hangzhou operations base.

Why Book With Us?

Have a Question?