4-Day Mount Huang Tour

• Huangshan Arrival

Welcome to Huangshan! Our professional tour guide will meet you at the airport arrival and transfer you to your hotel for rest.

The rest of the day is free time. If you want to wander around, you can find a tour guide and your guide will give you some good suggestions.

• Huangshan

After breakfast, you will visit Huangshan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. More than 200 days each year on Huangshan are,misty and cloudy. The vapors coagulate to form a sea of clouds. As the clouds cloak the mountain,they give a feeling of being in fairyland. It particularly reputed for its four wonders of strange pines, grotesque rocks, cloud seas, and hot springs.

First, You will take the ropeway to Yuping Scenic Area. After the ropeway arrives at the station, you can walk for a few moments to see the Greeting Pine, the symbol of Mount Huangshan. Here you can have your photo taken with this most famous pine tree in China.

Then you'll pass through Lotus Peak, the Thin Strip of Sky and Aoyubei. Afterwards, you will arrive at Baiyun Hotel for a short rest.

Next you will head to the Bright Summit (1860 meters), the second highest peak of Mount Huang. Here, you can enjoy sightseeing and photography. Continuing on, you will overlook the magnificent view of the deep West Sea Grand Canyon and visit the famous Feilai Stone.

Finally, arrive at your hotel on the mountain and check in.

Note:
From December to mid-March, Lotus Peak and the West Sea Grand Canyon may be closed due to heavy snowfall, so please be free to contact us to adjust your itinerary.

• Huangshan

First, you will come to the Aurora Pavilion, which is an excellent place to watch the sunrise. Then, you will climb to the Lion Peak (1,690 meters above sea level) to see the monkey's view of the sea.

Your exclusive driver is waiting for you at the foot of the mountain, ready to take you safely back to Huangshan City for lunch. After meal time, why don't you stroll through the historic Tunxi Old Street, a street with nearly 1,000 years of cultural heritage, which will take you to enjoy the pure ancient charm of Huizhou with its exquisite ancient architectural style.

Afterwards, we will go to Hukaiwen Ink Factory for a cultural journey through time and space. Here, you will witness and learn about how ancient Chinese craftsmen made the ink sticks that are indispensable for writing and painting, and experience the elegance of the literati room that has been passed down for thousands of years.

The rest of the afternoon is entirely your own. You can choose to find a quiet corner to relax and rest your soul, or continue to explore the ancient streets to discover more hidden historical stories and specialty stores. We hope you enjoy this rare leisure and comfort.

• Hongcun - Xidi Village - Departure

Today, you will embark on a journey through time to visit two breathtaking ancient villages - Hongcun and Xidi. As the best interpretation of Huizhou's ancient architecture, these two ancient villages are both listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, showcasing the unique charm of ancient Huizhou culture.

First, you will come to Hongcun, an ancient village in the Song Dynasty that looks like an ink painting and perfectly presents the flavor of Huizhou ancient architecture. Whether it's the exquisite layout, chic landscape, or the unique architecture and decoration, it makes you feel like you are in a long river of history. You may remember that this place was the setting for the Oscar-winning movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", which is a testament to its unique beauty.

Immediately after, you will head to Xidi Village, which is only about 10 kilometers away from Hongcun. Here, the houses are staggered, with white walls and black tiles, elegantly decorated, and surrounded by mountains, just like a vivid painting of life. The history of Xidi Village has seen the emergence of many outstanding imperial officers, and during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, about 130 government officials were trained, many of whom were important court officials. To date, there are still 124 well-preserved ancient houses in the village, exuding a rich historical flavor.

At the end of the tour, your guide and driver will escort you to the airport or train station to ensure a smooth journey to your next destination. This tour is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories of the endless charm of Huizhou's ancient villages.