3 days Huangshan mountain tour
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at the train station/airport of Huangshan, meet your experienced guide and driver at the exit with your nameplate, then move to the parking area to get on the private comfortable air-conditioned car (non-smoking), start driving to your hotel in the Urban area of Huangshan.
A 30 minutes’ drive will take you to the hotel, then check-in with your guide’s assistance, then you can have a good rest at your hotel and prepare for your next 2 days exciting trip. Or stroll around Tunxi Old Street to appreciate the beautiful night view and taste some local specialties on your own. Stay overnight in Huangshan city.
Today you will have a full day to explore the beauty of the splendid Mount Huangshan, which is the World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site in China, and famous for its imaginatively-named, grotesque rocks, the sea of clouds, hot springs, winter snow, and waterfalls, through the windy road and ideal for hiking, photography, and sightseeing.
An hour's drive will take you to the Huangshan Scenic Area, your guide will help to get your entrance tickets and cable car tickets at Yungu Temple Ticket Office, then travel up the eastern slope in the Yungu cable car to the summit with 360° panoramic breathtaking views.
Once reaching the White Goose Ridge New Station, start hiking around Mount Huangshan. First, hike to the Begin to Believe Peak to appreciate the spectacular Sea Exploring Pine, Sleeping Dragon Pine, Monkey Watching the Sea, etc., then continue hiking to the North Sea scenic area, where you will visit the attractions including Flower by a Dreaming Pen, Flower-sunken Valley, Pen-rack Peak, etc. En route, you will see the Lovers' Pine.
Afternoon trek at Xihai Grand Canyon to admire its beauty. After the stunning trekking, you may choose to experience the unique small train to shuttle through the grotesque peaks and rocks of Huangshan to the White Cloud scenic area (optional) and return to your hotel via Bright Summit Peak. If you are still energetic, walk to Danxia Peak to enjoy the sunset if staying at Xihai Hotel, Lion Peak if staying at Beihai Hotel or Shilin Hotel.
Today, get up early to appreciate the unparalleled sunrise in Mount Huangshan at Lion Peak, where you can watch the magnificent scenery of the sun gradually penetrate through the sea of clouds, and this experience has been described as being in fairyland by many travelers. After wandering around the mystical summit and enjoying the breathtaking scenery, return to your hotel for a late breakfast. After that, start your descent down via Yungu cable car.
Meet your driver at the base of Mount Huangshan, then drive to Yixian County, where you will pay a visit to the World Culture Heritage Site, Hongcun Village, a typical picturesque Hui-style village. Late afternoon, drive back to the urban area to catch the evening flight or high-speed trains for departure. Say farewell to your guide and driver at the airport/train station, ending the service with WindhorseTour.
Note: If you intend to visit Mount Huangshan during the winter season, we highly recommend indulging in a relaxing hot spring experience at the Huangshan Hot Spring Scenic Area. To fully appreciate the beauty and serenity of this season, consider extending your travel duration to 4 days. This will allow you to savor the natural wonders of the area while also enjoying the therapeutic benefits of the hot springs.