[Latest Edition] Wuzhen Weekend Special Forces Style Travel Guide

Last time during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, I took a trip to Wuzhen. Actually, I spent a whole day traveling back and forth, which was a bit more intense, but if you go for a weekend two days, it’s just right because I only visited Xizha. So this guide has been optimized to include both Xizha and Dongzha. 💪 Suitable for: Travelers with limited time, good stamina, and who want to see the most attractions in the shortest time ⏰ Day 1 Saturday: Power Walk in Xizha + Night Scenery 🚄 Transportation Suggestions: Depart after work on Friday evening, take the high-speed train to Tongxiang Station (about 1 hour from Shanghai/Hangzhou), then a 30-minute taxi directly to Wuzhen (about 80 RMB) Or take the earliest high-speed train on Saturday (departing at 6:30), arrive in Wuzhen before 8:00 Morning itinerary (8:00-12:00) ✔ 7:30-8:30 Enter Xizha Scenic Area first batch (avoid crowds!) ✔ 8:30-9:30 Check in at Caomu Bense Dyeing Workshop (beautiful morning light and shadows) ✔ 10:00-11:00 Stroll through the Water Market, have morning tea (Dingsheng Cake + Soy Milk) ✔ 11:30-12:30 Climb the White Lotus Pagoda, overlook the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Afternoon itinerary (13:30-18:00) ✔ 13:30-15:00 Visit the Mu Xin Art Museum (a must for art lovers) ✔ 15:30-17:00 Walk around Wuzhen Post Office (you can write a letter to your future self) + Zhaoming Academy, Juedai Jinlian Museum, Yue Lao Temple ✔ 17:30-18:30 Rest at a riverside café (recommend "Qiaoliqiao Teahouse") Evening itinerary (19:00-22:00) ✔ 19:00-20:00 Night tour on a rowing boat (shared boat 60 RMB/person, a must-try!) ✔ 20:30-22:00 Listen to folk music at the bar street (recommend "Old Forest Bar") 🏨 Accommodation Suggestion: Shui Xiang Youth Hostel inside Xizha (cost-effective, convenient for night tours) ⏰ Day 2 Sunday: Dongzha + Nanzha + Return Trip Morning itinerary (7:00-11:00) ✔ 7:00-8:00 Early morning stroll in Dongzha (quiet and peaceful, opens at 7) ✔ 8:30-9:30 Visit Mao Dun’s Former Residence + Hongyuan Tai Dyeing Workshop ✔ 10:00-11:00 Watch the High Pole Boat Performance (10:30 show) Afternoon itinerary (12:00-15:00) ✔ 12:00-13:00 Eat Shusheng Lamb Noodles (popular shop, go early) ✔ 13:30-15:00 Explore the free Nanzha Old Street (original ecological water town style) 🚄 Return Trip Suggestions: 15:30 Take a taxi to Tongxiang Station, take the 16:30 high-speed train back (arrive Shanghai/Hangzhou at 18:00) 💡 Special Forces Must-Have Tips ✅ Tickets: Buy the East and West Scenic Area combo ticket in advance (190 RMB, valid for 2 days) ✅ Transportation: Walk inside the scenic area + shuttle bus to save time ✅ Light packing: Carry a small bag, bring a power bank + sunscreen + comfortable shoes ✅ Eating: Snack while walking (radish cake, Dingsheng cake) 📸 Must-Photograph Spots 1️⃣ Caomu Bense Dyeing Workshop (blue printed cloth background) 2️⃣ Dingsheng Bridge Night View (lighting reflections are super dreamy) 3️⃣ Nanzha Old Street (original ecological water town culture) 🍜 Food List (walk-and-eat version) Breakfast: Dingsheng Cake, Soy Milk Lunch: Shusheng Lamb Noodles Snacks: Radish Cake, Sister-in-law Cake, Sanbai Liquor 🚀 Why choose this route? ✔ Time optimized: Visit East, West, and South Scenic Areas in 2 days ✔ Avoid crowds: Early start and late return, peaceful check-ins ✔ Rich experience: Daytime + nighttime + culture + food all included 💬 👉 Do you dare to challenge this itinerary? 🔍 Like 👍 and follow me to unlock more travel guides!