Hongcun and Chengkan: Two Pearls of Huizhou Ancient Villages
Hongcun is known as "a village in Chinese painting". It's a World Heritage Site. The whole village is laid out like an ox. South Lake and Moon Pond reflect white walls and black tiles, creating amazing ink-wash scenery.
Chengkan, the No.1 village in Jiangnan, follows the Eight Trigrams layout. Baolun Pavilion is famous for delicate wood carvings. Locals say visiting Chengkan brings you a life free from troubles.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel lobby in Huangshan region
- Our guide pick you up in your hotel lobby in Huangshan region. We also offer huangshan tour departing from other cities. Please send us a request ,and we will provide you with the final quotaion
Hongcun
Hongcun is a World Cultural Heritage site known as “A Village in Chinese Painting”. It is a well-planned ancient Huizhou village with a unique ox-shaped water system. The village features classic Hui-style architecture with white walls, black tiles and exquisite brick, stone and wood carvings.
At the heart of Hongcun lies Moon Pond, also called Yuezhao. This crescent-shaped pond is the “ox stomach” of the whole water system, built in the Ming Dynasty. The pond was designed as a half moon rather than a full circle, showing ancient wisdom: the moon wanes once full. When the water is calm, the reflections of surrounding Hui-style buildings form a beautiful ink-wash painting.
Chengkan Village
Chengkan, hailed as the No.1 Village in the South of the Yangtze River, is an ancient Huizhou village with over 1,800 years of history. Built based on the Bagua(Eight Trigrams) layout, it boasts well-preserved Hui-style buildings, fine brick, stone and wood carvings, old ancestral halls and Yongxing Lake. As a local saying goes, “Visit Chengkan, and you will meet no obstacles in life.”
In the evening, we can enjoy the fish lantern parade, a provincial intangible cultural heritage over 600 years old. The lanterns are handmade with bamboo frames and painted paper. In Chinese, "fish" shares the same sound as "surplus", representing wealth and good luck. As night comes, lit fish lanterns travel along old alleys to lively drumbeats. The village turns bustling and amazing. This unique performance can only be seen in Chengkan.
Ending Point
At the end, you will be sent back to your hotel lobby
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Professional English speaking guide
Private car service
-under 4 people: Tesla or similar standard
-4-7 people: Buick GL8 or similar standard
-above 7 people: Benz Vito Tourer or similar standard
Entry/Admission - Hongcun Ancient Village
Entry/Admission - Chengkan Village
Gasoline, tolls and parking fee all inclusive
Gratuities
Lunch fee(Approximately 100 RMB per person)
Tour Important Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
You may come to Hongcun from other cities. We offer hotel pick-up service within the local area.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Cindy W.
I’m Cindy, a native Shanghainese with 13 years of professional experience in the travel industry. Outgoing and friendly, I speak fluent English and love travelling around the world myself.
Over the years, I have served more than 7,000 travelers from Europe, the United States and other Western countries. I specialize in unique cultural small-group tours, and I also provide comprehensive itinerary planning services for guests travelling to China on business trips.
I am far more than just a tour guide — I lead my own dedicated small team. No matter where you plan to visit in China, we are able to tailor a perfect itinerary fully based on your personal preferences.
I am a huge food lover and enjoy exploring hidden local eateries in Shanghai and surrounding cities. Travelling with me, you will get to taste authentic local delicacies unknown to most tourists. Besides, I am passionate about history. If you are also a history enthusiast, I am delighted to share countless fascinating lesser-known stories from Chinese history along the way.
I am someone who appreciates the finer things in life. I have extensive knowledge of luxury hotels, trendy restaurants and bars across Shanghai and nearby regions, so I can seamlessly arrange premium leisure experiences tailored for you.
Thanks to my overseas background, I fully understand international travelers’ expectations, and strive to deliver completely hassle-free travel experiences for every guest.
I have established long-term partnerships as an official supplier for major global travel platforms including Tripadvisor, Viator and Expedia. In the past 13 years, I have consistently delivered outstanding service and received great feedback from all my clients.
$600/ per group
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