Romantic escape to the West Slender Lake
- A Secret Retreats journey -
Originally from Yunnan, Tina is making is discover the countryside and deep culture around rural China, here the historic city of Yangzhou and its romantic lake.
We can of course adjust according to your request.
Highlights of the Journey:
- Slender West Lake
- Daming Temple
- Chinese Opera
Yangzhou is situated in the central region of Jiangsu where the Yangtze River and the Beijing - Hangzhou Grand Canal meet, between Yancheng, Nanjing and Anhui. Historically, Yangzhou was one of the wealthiest cities in China, known at various periods for its great merchant families, poets, artists, and scholars. Called " The Rising Prefecture", the name refers to its former position as the capital of the ancient Yangzhou prefecture in imperial China. Fine workmanship and fresh ingredients are the two characteristics of Yangzhou cuisine. The small and quiet city has a long history and was named as City of Gastronomy by UNESCO in 2019. Famous dishes include Braised Meat Balls in Brown Sauce, Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish, Yangzhou Fried Rice and Wensi Tofu. A 4 day and 3 night all-inclusive escape beside the picturesque Slender West Lake. Take a boat ride on the lake, from the pier reserved to hotel guest. Listen to the zither players in the courtyard, learn how to perform Yangzhou opera or have a stroll in a secret garden where stones, rocks and bamboos create harmony. This escape offers a deep discovery of traditional Chinese Culture and the local cuisine.
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Your Journey Day by Day
based on 2 people sharing the same room
- Secret Garden stroll
- Slender West Lake boat ride
- Daming Temple tour
- Seal carving
- Ancient book restoration
- Bonsai gardening
- Chinese Opera performance class
- Floral design
- Traditional fan making
- Yangzhou Tea ceremony
- Woodblock printing
- Silver inlay
- Lacquerware class
- Chinese zither performance
Lunch and dinner are served at the hotel.
Romantic escape to the West Slender Lake
based on 2 people sharing the same room
The total price includes:
Accommodation for 3 nights at Yangzhou Retreat in a Courtyard Room.
Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner every day)
Return Airport/Station Transfers
Your choice of 2 activities per day
The total price does not include:
Flights to Yangzhou
Alcoholic Drinks and personal expenses.
Options and other activities not included in the program.
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