Hangzhou | A thousand-year-old Jiangnan dreamscape, "The West Lake in March is a sight to behold."

Best time to visit - Spring (Mar–May): The weather is warm, and the Su Causeway and Bai Causeway are covered in flowers. The temperature is pleasant, making it a great time for a stroll. - Fall (Sep–Nov): The weather is cool and crisp, and the air is filled with the fragrance of osmanthus flowers. You can also enjoy the beautiful fall scenery around West Lake. Itinerary - 3-day itinerary: - Day 1: West Lake. You can cycle or stroll along the lake and visit the Ten Scenes of West Lake, such as Broken Bridge, Quyuan Garden, and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. In the evening, head to Hubin Yintai Pedestrian Street to experience the modern prosperity of Hangzhou. - Day 2: In the morning, visit Lingyin Temple to pray for blessings, then head to Faxi Temple to pray for love. In the afternoon, visit Hefang Street and Southern Song Imperial Street to experience the charm of ancient streets and try some local snacks. - Day 3: Visit Xixi Wetland to enjoy the natural scenery and experience the charm of the water town. - 5-day itinerary: - Day 1: Arrive in Hangzhou. After checking in to your hotel, explore the surrounding area and get acclimated. - Day 2: Visit West Lake, stroll along the Su Causeway, and visit Leifeng Pagoda. In the afternoon, head to the China National Tea Museum, and in the evening, watch the sunset at Broken Bridge. - Day 3: Visit Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak Scenic Area, then head to Jiuxi Scenic Area in the afternoon. - Day 4: Visit Xixi Wetland in the morning, then head to the Grand Canal Museum in the afternoon. In the evening, take a night cruise on the Grand Canal. - Day 5: Qiandao Lake. Take a boat ride to enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery. Attractions - West Lake: A landmark attraction in Hangzhou. You can explore on foot, by bike, or by boat. - Lingyin Temple: A historic Buddhist temple with a lively atmosphere. - Xixi Wetland: A tranquil environment with a network of waterways. Take a boat ride to experience the charm of the water town. - Songcheng: A theme park based on Song Dynasty culture with a spectacular show called "The Romance of the Song Dynasty." - Grand Canal: Take a water bus to enjoy the scenery and historic buildings along the banks. Food - Hangzhou cuisine: Dongpo Pork, Longjing Shrimp, West Lake Vinegar Fish, Beggar's Chicken, etc. - Local snacks: Cong Bao Hui, Hangzhou Soup Dumplings, Dingsheng Cake, Wushan Butter Cake, etc. - Street food: Pian'er Chuan (noodles), wontons, etc. Shopping - Hefang Street: A pedestrian street with an ancient charm and many specialty shops. You can buy traditional handicrafts, souvenirs, and snacks. - Hubin International Shopping Street: Home to top luxury brands, perfect for luxury shopping. - Wulin Square CBD: A shopping district with many department stores and shopping centers where you can buy all kinds of goods.