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Shanghai & Mount Huangshan Exploration Tour - Private Tour - 5 Days

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Shanghai - Mt Huangshan - Shanghai
Experience China's captivating blend of urban glamour and ethereal natural wonders on this 5-day private bullet train journey between Shanghai and Mount Huangshan. Discover historic treasures along Shanghai's iconic Bund, classical Yu Garden, and the Shanghai Museum. Whisk westward by high-speed rail to ascend the granite peaks and seas of clouds at Mount Huangshan before stepping into the idyllic ink-wash world of UNESCO-listed Huizhou ancient villages.
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Tour Highlights

 

Ascend the granite peaks of Mount Huangshan via cable car to view twisted ancient pines, dramatic rock formations, and ethereal seas of clouds.

Stroll through Hongcun and Xidi Ancient Villages to admire preserved Ming and Qing dynasty Hui-style whitewashed walls and reflection ponds.

Wander the classical courtyards, stone bridges, and koi ponds inside Ming Dynasty Yu Garden.

Admire rare bronze masterpieces, porcelain, and calligraphy inside the prestigious Shanghai Museum.

Stroll the historic promenade of The Bund featuring European colonial architecture against the futuristic skyline of Pudong.

Enjoy effortless intercity travel via comfortable round-trip high-speed bullet train connections with private station transfers.

Day 1 Arrival in Shanghai

airport - hotel transfer in Shanghai

Day 2 Shanghai | Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple & The Bund

breakfast, lunch
Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum
Built in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Yu Garden is a classic example of a Jiangnan region garden and the most famous of five classical gardens in Shanghai. The Yu Garden compound consists of more than 30 halls and is divided into six sections by "dragon walls", tall white walls with undulating grey tiled ridges each terminating in a dragon’s head. Next to the garden is Yuyuan Bazaar, a labyrinth of small streets and lanes where you can find a large number of restaurants, tea houses and shops. The most popular restaurants are NanxiangMantou Restaurant, famous for its xiaolongbao, Lubolang Restaurant and Old Shanghai Restaurant.
The Jade Buddha Temple is famous for its two precious jade Buddha statues brought from Burma, which are not only rare cultural relics but also exquisite artworks.
The Shanghai Museum has a collection of 120,000 pieces of Chinese ancient treasures. Optional tour: Top of the Pyramid - The Exhibition of Ancient Egyptian Civilization is on display from July 19th, 2024 to August 17th, 2025.

Day 3 Shanghai to Mount Huangshan by Bullet Train

hotel - train station transfer in Shanghai, train station - hotel transfer in Huangshan
breakfast

Day 4 Mount Huangshan | Granite Peaks, Ancient Pines & Cloud Seas

breakfast, lunch
Mount Huangshan
Listed as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site, Mount Huangshan enjoys a reputation as “the Number One Mountain under Heaven”, most notably for its strangely-shaped pines, unusual stones, cloud sea, and hot springs.

Day 5 Mount Huangshan to Shanghai | Hongcun & Xidi Ancient Villages

train station transfer in Huangshan
breakfast, lunch
Hongcun Ancient Village, Xidi Ancient Village
Hongcun Ancient Village (UNESCO) is well-known as a beautiful village looks like “ink-painting”. It was also the shooting scene for the Oskar-awarded movie “Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon”.
Xidi Ancient Village (UNESCO) is a boat-shaped village, boasted as “a Living Ancient Residential Museum in China” .

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Q: How do we travel between Shanghai and Mount Huangshan?

A: Travel is operated via China's high-speed bullet rail system, which takes around 2.5 to 3 hours each way. Dedicated private drivers and local guides handle your station pickups, departures, and luggage assistance in both cities.

 

Q: How physically demanding is the hike on Mount Huangshan?

A: Modern cable cars transport visitors directly between the base and the mountain plateau, significantly reducing the ascent effort. However, navigating the scenic summit area involves stone steps and undulations, so sturdy walking shoes are strongly recommended.

 

Q: Can we store large luggage before going up Mount Huangshan?

A: Yes. Large suitcases can be securely stored at the foot of the mountain or in your private vehicle. Guests are advised to pack a lightweight backpack containing essentials for the mountain excursion.

 

Q: What makes Hongcun and Xidi Ancient Villages culturally significant?

A: Both UNESCO World Heritage villages are world-renowned examples of traditional Huizhou architecture, celebrated for intricate wood and brick carvings, horse-head gables, tranquil reflection lakes, and centuries-old feng shui water management systems.

Tour Includes :

- Private English-speaking tour guide

- Private air-conditioned van

- Land transfers between airport and hotel

- Entrance ticket as listed

- Lunch as listed

- Hotel accommodation with breakfast、

- Train tickets as listed

- Service charge & government taxes

Tour Excludes :

- Flight ticket

- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax fee, phone bills, optional activities

- Gratuities for guides and drivers

- China Visa

- Travel insurance

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