LUXURY AND AUTHENTICITY
You could not experience a more definitive picture of China from a hand painted porcelain plate from the Ming dynasty.
The Amanfayun, near Hangzhou, is China as it was – and China as it still is – away from its fast-growing, rapid-paced, industrialised towns and cities. You can expect to be cocooned in two imperious, 19th century courtyard houses that offer a centre of serenity, luxury and authenticity. A Tea House gives you an insight into the past with its traditional tea service. The restaurant serves simple (but exquisite) regional specialities, tucked away in a grove of evergreens. The spa uses ancient Asian healing techniques to help you forget the modern world.
AMANFAYUN, HANGZHOU
Amanfayun, at a glance
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Village setting just 20 minutes from Hangzhou
- Surrounded by tea plantations, natural forests and bamboo groves
- 42 individual rooms, suites and villas
- Many feature courtyards with outdoor dining
- Choice of two restaurants and Tea House
For leisure and pleasure
- Explore seven local Buddhist temples and monasteries, wetlands and botanical gardens
- Visit West Lake with its pagodas, bridges and surrounding hills in an unrivalled photo opportunity
- Tours to local festivals and celebrations in season
- Visit the Tea Museum
- Peaceful spa and sanctuary
- Heated swimming pool
A hugely enjoyable nine-day trip, expertly organised from start to finish. The itinerary covered everything we wanted to see and do, with excellent guides, drivers and seamless logistics throughout. The documentation was clear and helpful, and the London office was consistently responsive, knowledgeable and efficient.
