Contracting redwood forests, ancient villages, and ginkgo trees, this route is beautifully worry-free and clear

Don’t want to squeeze into weekends, unwilling to take detours, but greedy to see all the colors of autumn? This “Redwood + Ancient Village + Ginkgo” one-stop route in Changxing, Zhejiang, might be the perfect fit—clear water, few people, serene scenery, friendly for self-driving, just bring your family and set off. 🗺️ Itinerary Overview ▪️𝐃𝐀𝐘 1: Peach Blossom Mustard Redwood Forest → Lunch at Shuikou Street → April Day Azalea Garden → Shousheng Temple → Guzhu Ancient Village → Stay at April Day Garden Hotel ▪️𝐃𝐀𝐘 2: Ten-Mile Ginkgo Corridor → Return trip --- 🌅 Day One · A Zen Day of Redwoods and Ancient Villages ▫️9:00 AM｜Head straight to Peach Blossom Mustard Redwood Forest Very few people on weekdays; at noon when the sunlight hits directly, the bald cypress turns a bright red. You can row a boat deep into the forest (boat rental ¥200 unlimited time, free if you bring your own), wild ducks often accompany, the water is crystal clear and bottom visible, a paradise for photographers. ▫️Noon｜Lunch and replenishment at Shuikou Street The street is lined with snack shops on both sides, offering milk tea, local dim sum, and snacks, making dining easy. ▫️Afternoon｜Sequential sightseeing without backtracking ❶ April Day Azalea Garden: family-friendly, with grass sledding and other amusement projects, full of autumn colors. ❷ Shousheng Temple: only 1 km from the garden, the ancient pagoda stands tall, blending Zen and autumn colors, perfect for casual photos. ❸ Guzhu Ancient Village + Tang Dynasty Tribute Tea House: experience thousand-year tea culture, a leisurely pace. ▫️Overnight｜April Day Garden Hotel Free admission to Azalea Garden upon check-in, suites with tatami and mountain view balconies, fully equipped, environment far better than nearby homestays. 🍂 Day Two · Ginkgo Corridor and Return ▫️After breakfast, head to Changxing Ten-Mile Ginkgo Corridor; fewer people on weekdays, perfect for quietly photographing the golden avenue. ▫️Recommended to start return to Hangzhou before 11:00 AM to effectively avoid highway congestion. --- 💡 Key Tips and Experience Comparison ✅ Peach Blossom Mustard must be visited on weekdays: weekends are crowded and affect the experience, weekdays almost exclusively own the entire redwood forest. ✅ Water quality is a highlight: although smaller than Ningguo, the lake water is crystal clear and bottom visible, with excellent reflection effects. ✅ Concentrated and efficient route: all attractions are distributed around Azalea Garden, no detours for self-driving. ✅ Accommodation preference is April Day: high cost performance, includes free garden admission, especially suitable for families with children. This route doesn’t cross cities or rush around, yet gathers the deep autumn crimson, golden yellow, and ancient charm in 2 days. If you want a “colorful and leisurely paced” short autumn trip—this landscape in Changxing has quietly prepared all the scenes.