Mount Huangshan, known in the West as the Yellow Mountain, features imposing peaks with 77 of them exceeding 1,000m in altitude. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is characterized by four ‘wonders’, respectively, odd-shaped pines, rare rock formation, seas of clouds and crystal-clear hot springs. Mount Huangshan can be divided into seven distinct areas. Each of these areas promises to provide you with unprecedented adventures and views.
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Destination
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Trip duration
3 days, 2 nights
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Min/Max travelers
2
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Transport
Van
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Accommodation
Boutique Hotel in village
Located in the southern part of eastern China’s Anhui province, the Huangshan area is famed for its rugged mountain range and is often cited as the place of the ‘four wonders’. Well known for its distinct scenery, awe-inspiring sunsets, peculiarly-shaped granite peaks, skyscraping pine trees, and picturesque views of low hanging clouds from above, Huangshan plays an important role in Chinese history and culture, and is often a subject of traditional Chinese paintings and literature, as well as modern photography.
The famous 17th century geographer Xu Xiake, once stated: “There is no need to see other mountains if you have been to the Five Great Mountains; and there is no point to see the Five Great Mountains if you have been to Mount Huang.” In addition to Huangshan’s great natural beauty, the city of Huangshan was once the ancient region of Huizhou and is immersed in ancient Hui culture. The Hui influence flows through the city and is visible in the refreshing architecture, elegant ornaments, and tantalizing delicacies.
Huangshan
Day 1
ARRIVAL IN TUNXI / MT HUANGSHAN
After your arrival in Tunxi train station, you'll be met by an English-speaking local guide and your travel tale of Huangshan will kick-off. You will drive to Shexian County, well-known for its long history and profound culture.
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Accommodation
Boutique Hotel
Day 2
MT HUANGSHAN
After breakfast, you will set off on your excursion to Visit Mount Huangshan. 黄山 Huángshān /hwung-shan/ huang means 'yellow' and shan means 'mountain(s)'. The mountain got its name because the area was renamed after the legendary Yellow Emperor (Huang Di) in 747 AD. We will use the Yungu cable car located at the Back Mountain/Eastern Route on Huangshan Mountain, and the up station is very close to Beginning to Believe Peak, Lion Peak, and Beihai Hotel.
It is worth noting that the Yellow Mountain is believed to be the place where the Yellow Emperor, the mythical ancestor of the Chinese, lived, refined precious medicines and became a supernatural being. You will enjoy spectacular views at different peaks in the area, all with fascinating names such as the Beginning-to-believe Peak; the Flower-scattering Valley; the Lion Peak; the Cloud- dispelling Pavilion; and the North Entrance of the Grand Canyon of the West Sea; etc.
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Accommodation
Boutique Hotel
Day 3
MT HUANGSHAN
In the morning, you will firstly visit the ancient village of Nanping. Afterwards, the journey continues to visit a local compass shop that was opened in 1723 and so almost has three centuries of history. The compass us seen as one of the four great inventions in ancient China and was widely used in ancient navigation, exploration, adventure, travel and military expeditions. Back then, shop workers selected rare types of wood in Huizhou and handworked the compass with seven different manual processes. In this shop, the Master will demonstrate the process and explain the steps so that you can learn about this art. Afterwards, you will be transferred to the train station for the next leg of your travel or your journey home.
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More than 70 knifelike peaks twist together to form an idyllic jagged range in Huangshan
Boutique Hotel
More than 70 knifelike peaks twist together to form an idyllic jagged range in Huangshan
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- Accommodation as indicated in the program.
- Meals as described in the program
- Transfers, tours by A/C vehicle and private driver
- Entrance fees as indicated in the program
- Services of a private English-speaking guide
Not Included
- Ticket(s) for international flights / domestic flights / Train
- Tips for services of local guides and drivers
- Optional tours
- Tours & meals not mentioned in the program
- Porterage at the hotels (in and out)
- Chinese Visa
- Expenditures of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry etc.
- Excess luggage surcharge
- Insurance
Payment and Cancellations
- Deposit: 25% of total package to confirm the booking.
- Full payment is due 4 weeks before departure. We reserve the right to release all services in case of payment overdue
- Cancellation policy:
• Between 60 and 30 days prior to arrival : 25% of total amount
• Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival : 50% of total amount
• Less than 15 days : 100% of total amount
Important notes
Few important details to frame the experience:
- Please note that the itinerary and the order of the visits as described above is subject to change depending on local conditions
- We reserve the right to replace above hotels by other hotels of similar or superior category
- Price is based on shoulder season, Peak/High season supplements may apply during trade fair, public holiday or special events
Shoulder season: Apr, Jun-Aug, Nov, Dec
High season: May, September, October - Prices are subject to change in case of VAT or other tax increases