Day 1 Across the Country → Huangshan City
All day
Regarding Tiandu Peak: Currently, Tiandu Peak is open. Considering the weather conditions at the peak, reservations for Tiandu Peak will open at 21:00 two days before entering the mountain after the ticket reservation. For example, if the entry date is May 10, the reservation for Tiandu Peak will open at 21:00 on the 8th. The reservation port is to make the reservation by yourself on the WeChat mini program - Huangshan Tourism Official Platform. Reservations are for the old and new trail entrances. You can make reservations according to your actual situation.
This itinerary is for independent travel without a tour guide. The following plan is for reference only:
Due to the winter schedule adjustment at Huangshan Scenic Area, the meeting time on the day will be no later than 2:00 PM. After arriving at the starting point of Huangshan, if you choose to take the cable car up the mountain, please do so no later than 3:00 PM, and if you choose to hike up the mountain, please do so no later than 4:00 PM. Please be advised that the Tiandu Peak Scenic Area and the Xihai Grand Canyon Scenic Area will be closed from December 31st to March 1st in winter.
Today, you will need to arrive at the Huangshan Scenic Area South Gate Transfer Point on your own and transfer to the Upward Scenic Bus (included in the price) to reach the upper entrance of the mountain. If you have any large items that are inconvenient to carry, you can store them at the transfer center (at your own expense).
We have booked a one-way upward cable car (the default priority is the Yungu Cable Car. If you need to go up the mountain, please contact customer service in advance). Please be advised! ! !
The following itinerary is a guide for first-time Huangshan visitors. It ascends the back mountain and descends the front mountain, saving energy while also not missing any of the highlights. If you ascend the front mountain (by going up the Yuping Cableway) and descend the back mountain (by going down the Yungu Cableway), the order is reversed. Generally speaking, the paths in the Beihai and Xihai scenic areas are gentler, while the paths in the Tianhai and Yuping scenic areas are steeper.
The itinerary time arrangement is for reference only and is not an actual requirement:
13:00 Transfer to the scenic shuttle bus (about 20 minutes) to arrive at the cable car entrance, take the Yungu cable car up the mountain, overlooking the Eighteen Arhats facing the South China Sea, and admire the steepness of Huangshan
Arrive at Huangshan Mountain at 14:00 and visit Shixin Peak (1683m above sea level). This is the first time you will see the wonders of Huangshan. You won't see Huangshan pines unless you visit Shixin Peak. This area is home to many of Huangshan's famous pines: Harp Pine, Black Tiger Pine, Twin Pine, Dragon Claw Pine, etc. Stroll to Beihai Scenic Area. On the way, you can see the Monkeys Watching the Sea and the Dream Brush Blooming Flowers. Visit the highlights of Beihai Scenic Area.
16:30 Arrive at the mountaintop hotel and check in (in order of arrival: Beihai Hotel, Shilin Hotel, Xihai Hotel, Paiyun Hotel), take a short break and continue exploring the Xihai Scenic Area.
5:00 PM: At the summit of Danxia Peak (1,700m above sea level) in Xihai Scenic Area, we awaited a spectacular sunset. The sunset glow spread across the peaks, creating a fairyland. Overlooking Feilai Rock and the countless hikers, this was also a beautiful sight.
18:00 Enjoy dinner at your own leisure on the top of the mountain. Transportation is inconvenient and supplies are scarce. Prices are much higher than at the foot of the mountain. If the weather is good, don't miss the starry night view of Huangshan. The moon is bright and the stars are in the sky. Enjoy this peaceful and romantic moment.
Day 2: Explore Huangshan Scenic Area on your own
All day
Don’t miss the sunrise at Huangshan in the morning (near the Lion Peak and Qingliang Terrace). You can get up early according to the sunrise time. If the weather is good, you will see the magnificent sunrise and sea of clouds.
08:00 After breakfast at the hotel, we will continue our tour. Those with good physical fitness can consider walking down the Xihai Grand Canyon (all steps, walking time about 2 hours) (2024.12.1-2025.3.1 Xihai Grand Canyon scenic area is closed in winter), and feel the steepness and shock of Huangshan's strange rock canyon. After reaching the bottom of the canyon (1300m above sea level), we will take the popular Xihai cable car (100 yuan/person one-way) to Tianhai Scenic Area. Alternatively, you can skip the Xihai Grand Canyon and walk along the Echo Wall, Flying Stone and other directions for about 2 hours to Guangmingding (1860m above sea level).
11:00 Free lunch on the mountain at noon, then continue sightseeing, passing Aoyu Peak and Yixiantian.
2:00 PM Arrive at the iconic Welcoming Pine at Yuping Tower, take a photo and check in. Return to the Yuping Cableway Entrance, take the cableway down the mountain, and transfer to the scenic shuttle bus to the transfer center (all cableway and shuttle bus fees are at your own expense)
Arrive at Huangshan South Gate Transfer Center around 15:00 and take a shuttle bus or chartered car back to the city.
The above times are for reference only. Please make your own travel arrangements and refer to the Huangshan sightseeing map included in the travel text message for reference times!
If you plan to stay an extra night after returning to the city, you can opt for the Huangshan Huixiu performance, a must-see in Huangshan. This live-action performance showcases the profound culture and history of Huizhou, showcasing examples of Huizhou merchants, Hui opera, Hui-style architecture, and ancient villages. In this immersive audio-visual experience, you'll resonate with the performers, immerse yourself in a thousand-year-old dream of Huizhou, and fully understand its history through the vivid paintings. (You can click the link below to order discounted tickets separately. VIP seats are reserved for the 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM showtime during holidays. Tickets can be collected at the Huangshan Huixiu Service Center, also known as the Huangshan Performing Arts City, approximately half an hour before the show. Exact times will be announced on the day. Arriving early will also allow access to the theater's surrounding area for a variety of exciting performances, including acrobatics, dances, and character shows. One child under 1.2 meters tall can be brought along free of charge. Children under 1.2 meters are not seated, so please check the box if you wish to reserve a seat.)
