One-Day Huangshan Yellow Mountain Group Tour
One-Day Huangshan Yellow Mountain Group Tour
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Huangshan
Huangshan Travel
One-Day Huangshan Yellow Mountain Group Tour
Overview
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), one of China’s most famous and picturesque mountain ranges, spanning 160.6 square kilometers. Renowned for its strange-shaped pine trees, unique rock formations, and mystical sea of clouds, Huangshan has captivated travelers for centuries. The mountain, named after the legendary Yellow Emperor (Huang Di), is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and offers a perfect blend of natural beauty in every season – from wild spring flowers to the enchanting winter rime.
Join Hello China Trip for an unforgettable day of exploration, hiking, and stunning views on Huangshan Mountain.
Tour Highlights
- Convenient Cableway Rides: Take the cable car up and down the mountain to maximize your time enjoying the views and beauty, rather than spending time hiking uphill.
- Guided 4-Hour Hiking Tour: Embark on a scenic hike with our expert guide to explore the core sights of Huangshan, and learn all about its legendary features and history.
- Glorious Natural Wonders: Experience the famed sea of clouds, the odd-shaped rocks, and the ancient pine trees that make this place a true natural wonder.
- Efficient Day Trip: Our well-designed itinerary ensures you visit the most famous scenic spots of Huangshan within a single day, without feeling rushed.
- Small Group Size: Enjoy a more intimate experience with a small group tour, providing personalized attention and a more comfortable journey.
The Design of the Day Trip
- Local Expertise: A knowledgeable, English-speaking guide will lead you throughout the day, providing insight into the natural wonders and cultural significance of Huangshan.
- Guaranteed Departure: We ensure every departure is confirmed, even for solo travelers, so you never have to worry about cancellations.
- No Shopping Stops, No Time Wasting: Focus on the beauty of Huangshan with a tour that prioritizes the scenery, not commercial distractions.
Experience the wonder of Huangshan and discover the awe-inspiring landscape that has made it one of China’s most treasured landmarks. Join us for a day full of adventure, beauty, and unforgettable memories!
Detailed Itinerary：
You’ll receive a welcome call from your guide via hotel at the night before your tour day, he/she will double confirm the pick-up time for the next day’s trip with you. If you are not available at that moment, the tour guide will leave a message for you.
You’ll be picked up at the lobby of Huangshan International Hotel, (Add: No.31 Huashan Road Tunxi District, Huangshan City) at the appointed time which the guide confirmed with you one day before the tour day, please arrange yourself arriving beforehand.
Please make sure to arrive punctually as the trip must begin on time. If for some reason you cannot get there by the specified time, please make a call to your tour guide (listed on the confirmation letter that we will send you the day before your departure) and your tour guide will try his or her best to help you.
Good to Know:
- How to get to the meeting point?
You can get there by bus and get off at the ”Hengjiangqiao stop”, then walk 100 meters to the hotel. Or you can take a taxi there directly and show the driver ” 您好，请送我到黄山国际大酒店。” - Wechat is widely use in China, we suggest you to use Wechat for further communication if possible.
After all the group members are assembled, we will set out to the Yellow Mountain by coach. It will take 1.5 hour to get to there. Our private guide will introduce you to some basic information of Huangshan on the way, like attractions, local life style, sepcial food in Huangshan, etc.
Good to Know:
- It is possible that you might share one coach with Chinese guests for the round-trip journey between downtown and the Yellow Mountain, but we still have a dedicated English-speaking guide onboard for your service and he/she will accompany with you during the whole itinerary. Therefore, you will do a shared coach tour on the transportation, but visiting the Yellow Mountain is in a private small group.
Arrive at Huangshan Scenic Area Transfer Center, you are arranged on shuttle bus riding to the Yungu cable station. Then, take the cable car up to the mountain. Upon arrival on the Beginning-to-Believe Peak, facing abyss at three sides and watching a pointed peak with a flower-like pine tree growing at its tip.
There are some hotels and restaurants here and you can taste some Huangshan specialties for lunch. (Lunch fee is not included.)
Good to Know:
- The dishes price is a little higher, and the taste is not better than the restaurant at downtown, so we also suggest you can bring some food with you before the tour starts if needed.
In the afternoon, we are going to see Shuguang Pavilion, Refreshing Terrace and get to the higher top at Lion Peak. Shuguang Pavilion is a great angle to shoot strange stones and peaks. From the pavillion, we will walk the ways stretching out of the cliffs to go Refreshing Terrace to enjoy the soaring peaks decorated with clusters of pines.
Good to Know:
- There are many cliffs and mountain roads here, so please pay attention to your safety during the hiking.
- Monkeys in some areas of Yellow Mountain, please do not provoke them to avoid being attacked.
ur tour will end at the mountain foot. Going back to Huangshan city will normally take about 1-1.5 hour.
If you need to catch a flight or a train after the tour we will be more than happy to help you arrange it. We suggest you take flights departing after 10 pm or trains departing after 9:30 pm. Please ask your trip advisor to book the airport transfer for your onward flight.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Beginning-to-Believe Peak
The Beginning-to-Believe Peak is one of the most iconic spots in Huangshan. It offers breathtaking views, with steep cliffs on three sides and a striking, flower-like pine tree growing at its tip. This peak symbolizes the awe-inspiring beauty of Huangshan and marks the beginning of your exploration of the mountain’s mystical landscapes.
Black Tiger Pine
The Black Tiger Pine is a famous pine tree in Huangshan, renowned for its unique appearance. It grows from a crack in a large rock, with its twisted branches resembling the claws of a tiger. This ancient tree is one of the most photographed features of Huangshan, showcasing the resilience of nature in the harsh mountain environment.
Strange Rocks and Peaks
Huangshan is famous for its peculiar and imaginative rock formations, which resemble a variety of figures, from animals to human forms. Notable among these are the Penholder Peak (Bi Jia Feng) and Meng Bi Sheng Hua, which are often seen as symbols of Huangshan’s creative natural beauty. These strange rocks add a surreal quality to the landscape, allowing visitors to interpret them in countless ways.
Shuguang Pavilion
The Shuguang Pavilion offers one of the best vantage points in Huangshan, providing stunning panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and odd-shaped rocks. The pavilion’s elevated position makes it a perfect spot for capturing the unique landscape, especially the mysterious “sea of clouds” that often envelops the mountain.
Refreshing Terrace
The Refreshing Terrace is located along a cliffside path, surrounded by soaring peaks and lush pine trees. This scenic area is known for its tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular stop for hikers to relax and enjoy the beauty of Huangshan’s natural wonders. The terrace offers magnificent views of the surrounding rock formations and is often covered in mist, adding to its mystical charm.
Lion Peak
Lion Peak is one of the highest points in Huangshan. The peak is named for a rock formation that resembles a lion, giving visitors the feeling of being watched by a regal creature. From this peak, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the mountain, including the unique Monkey Stone, which looks like a monkey gazing out at the distant sea of clouds.
Monkey Stone
Monkey Stone is a fascinating rock formation at Lion Peak, resembling a monkey sitting and looking out over the sea of clouds. This formation is one of Huangshan’s most famous natural wonders, representing both the whimsical and imaginative nature of the mountain’s landscapes.
White Goose Cable Car Station
After exploring the peaks, visitors descend the mountain via the White Goose Cable Car, which offers scenic views as you descend back to the foot of Huangshan. The cable car ride provides another opportunity to marvel at the rugged beauty of the mountain, with a panoramic view of the landscape, including the famous peaks and the dense forests that cover the mountain slopes.
FAQs About This Tour
What is your cancellation policy?
- If we are not able to implement the contract due to war, flood, typhoon, fire, strikes, storm, earthquake, or any other condition we are not able to foresee and avoid, we will inform customers at the first possible opportunity and offer the best possible solutions, and the final bill shall be settled based on the service we actually provide.
- Up to 7 days before departure: 100% refund of all money paid, excluding penalties charged by hotels, railways, airlines, and PayPal, if applicable. All penalties will be itemized.
- From 3 to 7 days before departure: 90% refund, excluding penalties charged by hotels, railways, airlines, and PayPal, if applicable. All penalties will be itemized.
- Within 3 days before departure: no refund.
- After the trip has commenced, we are unable to refund any amount for cancelled services due to non-participation, early departure, late arrival, or missed days on tours.
- For groups of more than 10 people: The terms for cancellation may vary from case to case. Please ask your travel advisor regarding the cancellation policy for your group.
What if I want to make a last-minute booking?
In order to making sure we have enough time to arrange your trip and make sure the availability we usually require customer make their booking at least 24 hours in advance and that’s why you can not book directly on-line for a 24-hour last-minute booking.
How to connect Whatsapp, Google, Facebook and other social medias when you’re traveling in China?
Due to state control of internet security in China, many popular websites and APPs are blocked, such as Google, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, WhatsApp etc. It is very possible that you may not be able to receive your emails and other important information. For this reason, we highly recommend you to sign up for a VPN service(for example, ExpressVPN) before your trip, to make sure you can connect to the global internet.
Good to know: Wechat is widely use in China, we suggest you to use Wechat for further communication if possible.
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