Journey to Mount Huangshan, a UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site

Huangshan International Hotel - The guide and driver will warmly welcome you with a personalized sign displaying your name at your chosen meeting point in Huangshan City, including Tunxi International Airport and Huangshan North Railway Station (High-Speed Rail). From there, enjoy a comfortable private vehicle ride to the Huangshan Scenic Area.

Huangshan UNESCO Global Geopark - Spend the night at a hotel atop Mount Huangshan. Begin your adventure with a picturesque 1-hour drive from downtown Huangshan to the mountain’s base, followed by a 10-minute ride on the Yungu Cableway. The aerial views are simply stunning! Our local professional guides, fluent in English and deeply knowledgeable about Huangshan and Huizhou culture, spend over 200 days annually on the mountain. They will customize a hiking route to match your fitness level—feel free to engage with them and benefit from their local insights!

Yungu Temple - Enjoy a scenic ascent on the Yungu Cableway as you make your way up the mountain.

Shixin Peak - The guide will lead you to Shixin Peak. A well-known local saying goes: ‘Without reaching Beginning-to-Believe Peak, you cannot truly appreciate the Huangshan Pines.’ Here, the mountain’s most breathtaking scenery unfolds before you.

Xihai Great Canyon - Option A: For Energetic Hikers (Approx. 3-4 hours) After the cable car, take a 30-minute walk to your hotel via United and Black Tiger Pines. After lunch, hike the entire West Sea Grand Canyon (1st Ring, 2nd Ring, and canyon floor). If time allows, continue to Flying-over Rock and enjoy the sunset at Bright Top.

Option B: For Families & Seniors (Approx. 2-2.5 hours) A scenic 30-minute walk to the hotel via Black Tiger Pine and Dreamland Flower. After lunch, enjoy a flexible hike to the First Ring (2 hrs) or Second Ring (2.5 hrs) of the Grand Canyon. Conclude with a sunset at Dispelling Cloud Pavilion.

Important: West Sea Grand Canyon is closed from December to March.

Guangmingding - If time and energy permit, spend an hour exploring the breathtaking Tianhai Scenic Area. Ascend to Bright Top, the second-highest peak at 1,840 meters, to witness a truly spectacular sunset.

Experience the Sunrise, Hike Mount Huangshan, and Transfer to UNESCO World Heritage Site Hongcun in the Afternoon

Huangshan UNESCO Global Geopark - Rise early to catch the sunrise at the best nearby viewing spot. After witnessing the breathtaking sunrise, return to the hotel for breakfast before continuing your hiking adventure on Mount Huangshan.

Dreamed Pen of Fine Essays (Bi Sheng Hua) - Dreamland Flower (Meng Bi Sheng Hua) is one of Mount Huangshan’s most famous sights. This unique formation features a solitary rock pillar resembling the tip of a Chinese calligraphy brush, topped with an ancient pine tree that looks like a blooming flower.

Hongcun Ancient Village - In the afternoon, conclude your Mount Huangshan adventure by taking the Yungu Cable Car down, followed by a scenic park shuttle ride to the transfer center. From there, your private vehicle will whisk you away to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hongcun. Tonight, enjoy a stay in a charming boutique guesthouse within the village.

Hongcun UNESCO Village, Lucun Woodcarvings & Huizhou Cultural Museum

Hongcun Ancient Village - Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hongcun, famously known as the ‘ancient village in a Chinese ink painting.’ Led by our professional guide, admire the historic Huizhou-style architecture, visit the serene South Lake Academy and ancient ancestral halls, listen to captivating local stories, and gain a deep understanding of the region’s rich history.

China Huizhou Culture Museum - The China Huizhou Culture Museum is a First-Class National Museum of China. Under the expert guidance of our tour guide, gain a profound understanding of the very essence of Huizhou’s history and culture.

For groups, we offer unique hands-on cultural experiences: join a Huizhou herbal incense-making workshop for $30 per person, or visit the historic Yang Wen Brush Shop on Old Street to learn the art of making traditional Chinese calligraphy brushes for $80 per group.

Huizhou Ancient City, Shexian Ink Factory, Fish Lantern Making & Tea Museum Tasting Tour

• Entrance tickets for all attractions
• Private vehicle service for the whole tour
• Breakfast
• Professional English-speaking Guide
• 3 Nights: Xihai Hotel (5★), Crowne Plaza (5★) & Hongcun Boutique Stay
• Free bottled water daily
• Huizhou Ink Making & Fish Lantern Crafting
• Round-trip cable cars & shuttles for Huangshan

• Tips
• Personal consumption

A 4-Day Cultural Odyssey: Mountains, Heritage & Ancient Craft

Embark on an enriching journey through the heart of Huizhou. This is more than just a tour; it is an intellectual dive into China’s dual UNESCO treasures and living traditions.

World Heritage Wonders: Discover the breathtaking beauty of Mount Huangshan and the poetic, water-bound architecture of Hongcun.

Artisan Craftsmanship: In Lucun, admire the “Woodcarving Mansion,” a masterpiece of ancient Chinese aesthetics.

Intellectual Discovery: Visit the Huizhou Culture Museum (National First-Class) to uncover the essence of this historical civilization.

Hands-on Heritage: Participate in exclusive masterclasses at the renowned Hukaiwen Ink Factory. Create Huizhou Ink and traditional Fish Lanterns, preserving centuries-old arts.

Tea Philosophy: Immerse in the Zen of tea culture through a formal tasting and ceremony.

Beyond sightseeing—this is a unique encounter with the living pulse of authentic China.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.