Hangzhou Autumn Walk

Streams, forest paths & a peaceful start

After picking you up from your hotel, we’ll head to Nine Creeks, where our hike begins. We’ll follow a beautiful path alongside clear streams and lush greenery, with the sound of flowing water accompanying us as we ease into the day.

Tea hills & slow village life

From Nine Creeks, we’ll make our way up toward Yangmeiling, a peaceful village surrounded by Hangzhou’s famous Longjing tea fields. We can wander through the village, stop at a cozy café, and perhaps try an osmanthus latte while enjoying the slower pace of life here.

Coffee, cats & a little surprise

Time for a fun break. At this quirky cat-themed café, we can grab a coffee, browse the small craft shop and spend some time with the resident cats. You can also try their unusual water fortune-telling experience.

A little Spirited Away moment

Next, we’ll stop by Tangwu, a photogenic building that feels like it belongs in a Studio Ghibli world. We’ll find a good viewpoint on the hillside for photos — especially beautiful when the weather is clear.

Time to rest & refuel

After visiting Tangwu, we’ll take a well-earned lunch break and enjoy a local meal together. Lunch is included in the experience, so you can simply sit back, recharge and get ready for the second half of our walk.

Follow the scent of osmanthus

We’ll continue through Manjuelong, one of Hangzhou’s loveliest places during osmanthus season. In autumn, the fragrance fills the streets, while small roadside stalls sell local treats like osmanthus cakes, osmanthus wine and sweet lotus-root powder.

Hidden caves & an autumn garden

Our final stop is Shiwudong, where interconnected caves lead you past Buddhist figures carved into the stone walls. Outside, a peaceful courtyard filled with osmanthus trees makes for a lovely ending to our autumn walk.