4-Day Huangshan Poetic Journey by High-Speed Rail Tour from Shanghai
Four days traversing the cloud-kissed peaks of pines and stones, mingling with the vibrant tapestry of life, one finally comprehends Xu Xiake's lament: "Once atop Huangshan, no other mountain compares."
Price based on 2 travelers in a 4-star hotel
Highlights
- 2.5-hour high-speed rail from Shanghai to Huangshan.
- Ride the cable cars and embrace the breathtaking peaks and valleys.
- Explore the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Hongcun and Xidi, each with its own distinct charm.
Tour Itinerary
- Lunch, Dinner
Upon arriving at Huangshan North Station via high-speed train C3673 (08:29-11:09), your guide and driver will welcome you at the station.
Proceed by car to the Huangshan Scenic Area and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant at the foot of the mountain.
Afterward, ascend the mountain via the Yungu Cable Car. Explore the Xihai Grand Canyon. Then check into a summit hotel and enjoy dinner at the mountaintop restaurant.
- Breakfast, Lunch
At dawn, witness the sunrise over the sea of clouds from Lion Peak. After breakfast, explore Shixin Peak. Conclude your mountain tour with a descent via the Yuping Cableway.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant at the foot of the mountain, then drive to Tachuan.
Tachuan Village (meaning "Tower and Creek" in Chinese) is a beautiful ancient village located about 2 kilometers or 30 minutes walk from Hongcun Village. It is famous for its stunning scenery in Autumn, when the trees turn multi-colored.
Along side with the hundred-year-old folk houses and lympid streams, it is a gorgeous place for sightseeing and photography.
After concluding today's tour, the guide and driver will escort you to the hotel for check-in. Tonight, you will be staying at a hotel located on Tunxi Old Street.
- Breakfast, Lunch
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Hongcun Village for a leisurely tour.
Hongcun Village nestled approximately 10 kilometers northeast of Yixian County, this ancient village, over 800 years old, is shrouded in the mist of the Yellow Mountains, resembling a natural landscape painting.
Scenes from the renowned film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" were filmed here. Encircled by a picturesque moat with bridges leading into the village and featuring a half-moon shaped pond at its center, it is a favored spot for artists and students alike.
Designed to resemble a buffalo, Hongcun is one of the most beautiful locales in the region, often referred to as the "Chinese town in the paintings," and is recognized by UNESCO for its beauty and well-preserved traditional streets and houses. Various halls, residences, and an old school are open for visitors to explore.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then drive to Xidi Village.
Xidi, a World Cultural Heritage site, lies at the foot of Mt. Huangshan, 54 kilometers from Huangshan City. Established 900 years ago during the Song Dynasty, it boasts well-preserved traditional architecture. Be sure to admire the splendid memorial archway.
After concluding today's tour, the guide and driver will escort you back to the hotel for a restful evening.
- Breakfast
After breakfast, we will accompany you to Huangshan North Station to take the high-speed train G1420 (09:55-12:50) back to Shanghai.
What's Included
- Included in the itinerary are high-speed train tickets (Second Class Seat).
- Centrally located hotels with breakfast.
- Entrance fees to attractions are listed above.
- Private tour guide and driver throughout the tour.
- Authentic local meals are listed in the itinerary.
- Service charge & government taxes.
Good to Know
- Transportation to and from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is self-arranged. If you need us to organize it, please let us know, and additional charges will apply.
- The train details in the itinerary are for reference only and should be verified with the final confirmation upon successful purchase of the tickets.
- This is a private tour. The local private English-speaking guide and the private car will serve your group only.
- You will receive a confirmation letter within 24 hours of making your payment.
- There is absolutely no forced shopping.