4-Day Huangshan Natural and Cultural Journey & Xin'an River Hiking Tour from Shanghai
Four days to behold a millennium of Huizhou's history. In the morning, tread upon the misty waves of Mount Huang; by evening, rest beside the fishing lights on the Xin'an River.
Within the rugged gorges, gentle currents, and the reflections of traditional gabled walls, embark on a poetic journey of the body and soul."
Price based on 2 travelers in a 4-star hotel
Highlights
- Traverse the perilous Xihai Grand Canyon in Huangshan.
- Take a leisurely walk through the picturesque Xin'an River gallery.
- Stroll through the ink painting landscapes of Hongcun village.
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 Hongcun Village.
Renowned scenes from the movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" were filmed here. Designed to mimic the shape of a buffalo, Hongcun stands as one of the most picturesque locales in the area, often dubbed the "Chinese town in the paintings," and is recognized by UNESCO for its stunning beauty and well-preserved traditional architecture. Various halls, residences, and a historic school are open for visitors to discover.
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
It will take approximately 4-5 hours to complete the 10-kilometer hike.
After breakfast, drive about an hour to Nanyuankou Pier, where a small boat will ferry you across the river to begin your hiking tour. Along the way, visit a primary school and a local family in the countryside. A packed lunch will be provided by the guide.
Conclude the hike and drive back to the hotel.
- Breakfast
After breakfast, your guide and driver will escort 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.