5-Day 4-Night Comprehensive Travel Guide to Songyang, Zhejiang with Parents

Preparation In May, Songyang's temperature gradually warms up with frequent rainy days. Prepare rain gear, light jackets, and comfortable walking shoes. Book tickets for attractions and guesthouses in advance. Itinerary - Day 1: Exploring Songyang Ancient Villages - Morning: After arriving in Songyang, head to Yangjiatan Village. Stroll along the stone paths of the ancient village, admire the unique yellow walls and blue-tiled roofs of the "Golden Potala Palace," and experience the tranquility amid the morning mist. - Afternoon: Visit Youtan Village, sit quietly beside century-old trees and terraced tea gardens to enjoy leisurely moments. - Evening: Visit Songyang Old Street, explore the Ming and Qing dynasty ancient streets, taste water-pulled noodles at Baixian Noodle Shop or authentic salt chicken at Xu's Salt Chicken Restaurant. - Accommodation: Options include Taoya Guesthouse in Yangjiatan Village or Naoshe in the county town. - Day 2: Yunhe Rice Terraces and Kengen Stone Village - Morning: Rise early to watch the sunrise from the Jiuqu Yunhuan Viewing Platform at Yunhe Rice Terraces, admire the mirror-like beauty of the water-filled terraces. Then walk along the bamboo forest path in Baiyin Valley. - Afternoon: Arrive at Kengen Village to experience the serenity of stone bridges and wells accompanied by mountain springs. Taste bamboo tube rice and mountain stream fish at the old teahouse. - Accommodation: Yunyi Courtyard or Yungu Mountain House in Kengen Village. - Day 3: Suichang Nanjian Rock and Dushan Ancient Fortress - Morning: Visit Nanjian Rock Scenic Area, walk the Longmen Waterfall loop trail, and overlook the bamboo sea canyon from the glass walkway. - Afternoon: Explore Dushan Ancient Fortress, visit the Ming Dynasty stone memorial arch and Ye Family Ancestral Hall, rest by the stream at the village entrance. In the evening, go to Wangcunkou Ancient Town to taste Suichang long zongzi (rice dumplings) and green rice cakes. - Accommodation: Nanjian Rock Photography-themed Guesthouse or Tanggong Resort Hotel in Suichang County. - Day 4: Longquan Celadon Town and Baiyun Rock - Morning: Visit China Celadon Town to experience pottery wheel throwing and tour the Celadon Museum. - Afternoon: Explore Baiyun Rock Scenic Area, hike along the cliff-hanging walkways, and pass through waterfalls and primeval forests. Later, visit Xiazhang Village to enjoy tea while listening to rain at Yunwu Academy. - Accommodation: Yinju Longquan Guesthouse at the foot of Baiyun Rock or International Pottery Village in Celadon Town. - Day 5: Shicang Ancient Residences in Songyang - Morning: Visit the Shicang Contract Museum to learn about Hakka migration history, then tour the Shicang ancient residence complex, focusing on Yuqing Hall and Cai Mansion. - Afternoon: Enjoy smoked bacon and other local delicacies at a farmhouse restaurant in the ancient residences before preparing to return home. Transportation Guide The attractions in Songyang are far apart with many mountain roads. Self-driving or hiring a car is recommended. If hiring a car, contact local drivers in advance, approximately 300 yuan per day. Food Recommendations Songyang specialties include water-pulled noodles at Baixian Noodle Shop, salt chicken at Xu's Salt Chicken Restaurant, bamboo tube rice and mountain stream fish at Kengen Village's old teahouse, and steamed rice noodles at Longquan Rice Noodle Shop. Accommodation Suggestions Book accommodations in advance, choosing comfortable places with convenient transportation, such as Taoya in Yangjiatan Village or Yuanshe Lanshu guesthouses. Important Notes Some ancient village roads are narrow, so drive or ride carefully. Ancient villages are residential areas, so tour respectfully, avoid making noise, and protect the old buildings.