THE PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY
Go beyond the view
Photograph Wanyuan, Huacheng and Wankui bridges and the waterside architecture of Shuanglin in Huzhou. At the Qiantang River, explore the tidal bore and branching channels exposed at low tide. Confirm tide times, viewing conditions and aerial arrangements before departure.
Shuanglin Ancient Town and Three Bridges
Tucked away in Huzhou, Zhejiang, the ancient water town of Shuanglin welcomes visitors with a rich history and distinctive Jiangnan culture. Its celebrated Three Shuanglin Bridges—Wanyuan Bridge, Huacheng Bridge and Wankui Bridge—are nationally protected cultural heritage sites. More than local landmarks, they are outstanding examples of bridge architecture in the water towns south of the Yangtze. Spanning Shuanglin Tang with their distinctive structures and aesthetic character, these three ancient bridges have witnessed the passage of time and the town's transformation.
Qiantang tides and aerial photography
Trees of the Earth | Tidal Forest | Fish-shaped Tidal Front The Qiantang tidal bore is a magnificent natural wonder whose aerial view touches the soul. As the tide rises, water surges like a vast army, as though an endless ocean is pouring in. Its overwhelming force raises countless waves and plays an impassioned symphony of nature. Every rising and falling tide is a devoted creation by nature, the ultimate artist. The Qiantang tidal bore's grandeur and the mysterious depths revealed at low tide inspire heartfelt admiration. These Trees of the Earth are uniquely beautiful Qiantang scenery and nature's precious gift to the world. Take flight through aerial photography, looking down to capture this moving natural beauty. Record the Qiantang tidal bore's stirring grandeur and mystery, and experience nature's incomparable artistry.
Autumn in Hangzhou
Yanggong Causeway | Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies Hangzhou's autumn combines fragrant osmanthus, golden plane trees, red maples, and snowlike reed plumes, blending Jiangnan elegance with Song-dynasty atmosphere. November brings peak color: maples, plane trees, and dawn redwoods reach full saturation, with rich visual layers and excellent light. It is the golden moment to capture Hangzhou's autumn.
The journey in pictures
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PHOTOGRAPHY LEADERS
A different way of seeing

Weixi Lin
Has led photography trips to Iceland, Norway, New Zealand, Russia, Indonesia, Semporna, Xinjiang, Qinghai, Niubei Mountain in western Sichuan, Nyingchi, the Qiantang River, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Yangzhou, Wuxi, Yongfu in Fujian, Dongying, Zhongwei, the Yuanyang rice terraces, Xianggong Mountain and Zhangjiajie.
THE DAYS AHEAD
A rhythm shaped by light
DAY 01Nov 23 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 1: November 23 — Home cities–Hangzhou–Huzhou
Meet at Hangzhou Airport and travel to Shuanglin Three Bridges in Huzhou, having lunch en route. Check in on arrival and take aerial photographs of the bridges through nightfall, then rest after dinner.
Accommodation:near Shuanglin Three Bridges, Huzhou
DAY 02Nov 24 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 2: November 24 — Huzhou–Qiantang River
Rise early for aerial photography of Shuanglin Three Bridges. After breakfast, travel to the Qiantang River, photograph the tidal bore from the air, then follow it to the next location. Check into the hotel at noon and rest after lunch. Photograph orderly wind turbines and shoreline tidal trees from the air in the afternoon, then rest after dinner.
Accommodation:at a Haining hotel
DAY 03Nov 25 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 3: November 25 — Qiantang River
Photography at selected locations along the Qiantang River.
Accommodation:at a Haining hotel
DAY 04Nov 26 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 4: November 26 — Qiantang River
Photography at selected locations along the Qiantang River.
Accommodation:at a Haining hotel
DAY 05Nov 27 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 5: November 27 — Qiantang River–Hangzhou
After selected Qiantang River photography locations, visit Yanggong Causeway in Hangzhou, one of West Lake's three causeways. Less crowded than Su and Bai Causeways, it is just as scenic. Each autumn, falling London plane leaves rain down and turn the entire causeway gold.
Accommodation:near West Lake, Hangzhou
DAY 06Nov 28 · Beijing · Asia/ShanghaiDay 6: November 28 — Hangzhou–home cities
Rise early to photograph Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies in the hills west of West Lake. Beginning at Longjing, the water winds 7 kilometers to the Qiantang River, turning with the mountains, shifting left and right as you step across stones. Streams pass green mountains and valleys and gather countless tributaries, giving the area its name. In late autumn, red maple leaves flutter over the streams, reflected as flowing oil paintings. Transfer to the airport at a suitable afternoon time, ending a delightful photography trip.
Trip staff
- Photography leader · Weixi Lin
- Up to 10 travelers
- IncludedDuring the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs;
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Photography leader · Weixi Lin Up to 10 travelers Included · Before the course, the logistics team assists with travel insurance purchases, hotel reservations and itinerary planning. Insurance is paid separately; arrangements are pending confirmation with the operator. Included · During the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs;
Transport
- ExcludedRound-trip transport between your departure city and the destination;
- ExcludedLocal vehicle expenses throughout the trip;
Travel details and reference schedules
The services below are the tour leader's reference travel options. They are neither mandatory for participants nor confirmed group transport arrangements. Participants may choose suitable services that fit the meeting and departure times. [Round trip from Guangzhou] Outbound: November 23: CZ3803 Guangzhou–Hangzhou 09:10–11:20 Return: November 28: CZ3502 Hangzhou–Guangzhou 18:35–21:10 [Round trip from Shenzhen] Outbound: November 23: ZH9885 Shenzhen–Hangzhou 09:40–11:55 Return: November 28: HU7396 Hangzhou–Shenzhen 18:35–20:55 Before booking transport, please confirm the departure and travel arrangements through this website.
Photography
- Shuanglin Ancient Town and Three Bridges
- Qiantang tides and aerial photography
- Autumn in Hangzhou
Photography details
Shuanglin Ancient Town and Three Bridges Tucked away in Huzhou, Zhejiang, the ancient water town of Shuanglin welcomes visitors with a rich history and distinctive Jiangnan culture. Its celebrated Three Shuanglin Bridges—Wanyuan Bridge, Huacheng Bridge and Wankui Bridge—are nationally protected cultural heritage sites. More than local landmarks, they are outstanding examples of bridge architecture in the water towns south of the Yangtze. Spanning Shuanglin Tang with their distinctive structures and aesthetic character, these three ancient bridges have witnessed the passage of time and the town's transformation. Qiantang tides and aerial photography Trees of the Earth | Tidal Forest | Fish-shaped Tidal Front The Qiantang tidal bore is a magnificent natural wonder whose aerial view touches the soul. As the tide rises, water surges like a vast army, as though an endless ocean is pouring in. Its overwhelming force raises countless waves and plays an impassioned symphony of nature. Every rising and falling tide is a devoted creation by nature, the ultimate artist. The Qiantang tidal bore's grandeur and the mysterious depths revealed at low tide inspire heartfelt admiration. These Trees of the Earth are uniquely beautiful Qiantang scenery and nature's precious gift to the world. Take flight through aerial photography, looking down to capture this moving natural beauty. Record the Qiantang tidal bore's stirring grandeur and mystery, and experience nature's incomparable artistry. Autumn in Hangzhou Yanggong Causeway | Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies Hangzhou's autumn combines fragrant osmanthus, golden plane trees, red maples, and snowlike reed plumes, blending Jiangnan elegance with Song-dynasty atmosphere. November brings peak color: maples, plane trees, and dawn redwoods reach full saturation, with rich visual layers and excellent light. It is the golden moment to capture Hangzhou's autumn. Shuanglin Ancient Town and Three Bridges Qiantang tides and aerial photography Autumn in Hangzhou Included · Photography instruction and services from the photography instructor throughout the trip. Included · During the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs; Included · During the course: themed sessions integrating theory and practice; Included · After the course: participants share and review their photographs, learn from one another and develop work they are happy with.
Accommodation
- 5 nights
- Hotel booking assistance is included; accommodation costs are paid separately.
- ExcludedAccommodation throughout the trip;
Accommodation details
Day 1:near Shuanglin Three Bridges, Huzhou Day 2:at a Haining hotel Day 3:at a Haining hotel Day 4:at a Haining hotel Day 5:near West Lake, Hangzhou Specific hotels and any accommodation arrangements not listed here are pending confirmation with the operator. Day 1 · 2026-11-23 near Shuanglin Three Bridges, Huzhou Day 2 · 2026-11-24 at a Haining hotel Day 3 · 2026-11-25 at a Haining hotel Day 4 · 2026-11-26 at a Haining hotel Day 5 · 2026-11-27 near West Lake, Hangzhou 5 nights Hotel booking assistance is included; accommodation costs are paid separately. Booking assistance included · Before the course, the logistics team assists with travel insurance purchases, hotel reservations and itinerary planning. Insurance is paid separately; arrangements are pending confirmation with the operator. Excluded · Accommodation throughout the trip;
Meals
- ExcludedMeals during the itinerary;
Visa
- To be confirmed by the operator
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Included
Photography instruction and services from the photography instructor throughout the trip.
Before the course, the logistics team assists with travel insurance purchases, hotel reservations and itinerary planning. Insurance is paid separately; arrangements are pending confirmation with the operator.
During the course: on-location guidance from the instructor to help participants achieve their photographs;
During the course: themed sessions integrating theory and practice;
After the course: participants share and review their photographs, learn from one another and develop work they are happy with.
Not included
Round-trip transport between your departure city and the destination;
Local vehicle expenses throughout the trip;
Accommodation throughout the trip;
Meals during the itinerary;
Insurance for the trip;
Admission tickets listed in the itinerary;
Attractions or activities added outside the itinerary;
Other unspecified additional services and personal expenses.
Single-room supplements, additional local expenses and the final total must be confirmed in writing.
BEFORE YOU GO
What to know before you go
Availability and booking
Let us know if you’re interested in this trip. Availability is not updated in real time, so please contact us to check whether the trip is confirmed, how many places are available, and the final total and booking terms.
Trip information
[Transport] 1. Flights arranged by the organizing team use economy-class group tickets. Before tickets are issued, check the airline's rules for changes and refunds. 2. Flight, road and boat journey times may vary with conditions on the day. 3. The airlines and flight times listed are for guidance only. Flight changes may require minor adjustments to the itinerary. Please follow the final trip details sent before departure. [Accommodation] Accommodation is arranged for two people sharing a room. We'll try to match solo travelers with a roommate of the same gender. If you prefer not to share, or no roommate is available, you must pay a single supplement for your own room. [Group meals] We aim to serve meals suited to Chinese tastes. We make sure everyone has enough to eat. [Photography] 1. Photography sessions follow the itinerary, but conditions on the day may affect how long we spend at each location. 2. Read the itinerary carefully and choose a trip that suits your health and circumstances. Skipping part of the itinerary for health or other personal reasons, or choosing not to use the arranged accommodation or transport, counts as voluntary withdrawal from those arrangements. You are responsible for your own safety while not taking part in the itinerary. 3. Stay with the group during photography sessions unless you have permission to leave. This does not apply during free time. The organizing team is not responsible for accidents that occur while you are away from the group. 4. Typhoons, blizzards or other events beyond our control may require changes to the itinerary. [Fuel surcharges] The organizing team reserves the right to adjust the amount payable if fluctuations in global oil markets lead to a substantial rise in fuel surcharges. If the team can absorb the increase, the amount payable will remain unchanged. [Before departure] 1. We'll send your final trip details no later than the day before departure. If arrangements are confirmed sooner, we'll let you know as soon as possible. 2. If the online itinerary differs from the final trip details sent before departure, the final trip details take precedence. [Optional activities at your own expense] Under the Tourism Law provisions prohibiting travel agencies from arranging optional paid activities, please contact the provider directly for details, charges and bookings if you wish to take part. If you need language assistance from a guide or tour leader, any help is provided in a personal capacity, whether paid or unpaid. It is not provided on behalf of the organizing team or the local tour operator. The organizing team is not involved in the payments, transactions or service standards for activities during free time. You are responsible for the outcome of those arrangements.
Shared expenses and services
Participants pay and share other travel expenses, including transport, meals, accommodation, guides, staged photography, supplies and related items. Everyone shares the instructor's expenses throughout the trip and must contribute to the instructor's meals and accommodation, even if they skip a meal or overnight stay themselves. The displayed amount covers photography instruction, support and logistics planning for the trip. The shared travel expenses listed above are additional.
Itinerary notes
Photography locations, accommodations and transportation are subject to final confirmation before departure. Weather and local conditions may affect the itinerary.
Note: the organizing team may make appropriate photography adjustments according to the circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.
Itinerary dates use Beijing time (Asia/Shanghai). Flight, transfer and other times follow the time zone stated for each location. Please confirm any time without a stated time zone before departure.
