Hongcun Village Tour: 6-day 5-night · Private Tour · Huangshan + Yi County + Huangshan Scenic Area + Hongcun Village

Welcome to Huangshan

Your journey begins upon arrival at Huangshan Tunxi International Airport or Huangshan North Railway Station. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and private driver at the designated pickup point. They will welcome you to Huangshan and assist with your luggage before beginning your private transfer.

Private Pickup Service: Complimentary private pickup is available between 08:00 and 20:00 from Huangshan Tunxi International Airport and Huangshan North Railway Station. Travelers arriving outside the designated pickup area will need to reach an agreed meeting point independently.

Relax in your private vehicle as you travel through the picturesque countryside of southern Anhui. Along the way, enjoy views of traditional villages, green hills, agricultural fields, and the distinctive whitewashed buildings that characterize the historic Huizhou region.

Transfer to Bishan Village Area

Continue toward the Bishan Village area, a peaceful rural destination known for its traditional Huizhou architecture, beautiful countryside, and growing community of artists, designers, and cultural enthusiasts.

Unlike larger tourist attractions, Bishan retains a quiet village atmosphere where historic houses, narrow lanes, and everyday rural life create a sense of traditional Chinese countryside living.

Depending on your arrival time, you may have an opportunity to enjoy the surrounding scenery or take a short independent walk near your accommodation. The main Bishan sightseeing experience is scheduled for the following day.

Hotel Check-In and Relaxation

Upon arrival, check in at Qingmei Xueshe Shilily Hot Spring Hotel and enjoy some well-deserved rest after your journey.

Take time to settle into your accommodation, appreciate the peaceful surroundings, and prepare for the cultural discoveries and scenic adventures ahead.

The remainder of the day is free for relaxation. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense, giving you the flexibility to select meals according to your preferences.

Accommodation: Qingmei Xueshe Shilily Hot Spring Hotel

Meals: Lunch and dinner at your own expense

Discover the Peaceful Charm of Bishan Village

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, begin your day with a visit to Bishan Village, a beautiful traditional settlement located in the countryside of Yi County, Anhui Province.

Surrounded by green mountains and agricultural landscapes, Bishan is celebrated for its authentic rural atmosphere, historic Hui-style buildings, and distinctive combination of traditional village life and contemporary cultural creativity.

As you stroll through the village, admire whitewashed walls, dark tiled roofs, traditional courtyards, and narrow pathways that reflect the architectural heritage of southern Anhui.

Your guide will introduce the history of the Huizhou region, explaining how local merchants, scholars, and craftsmen influenced the development of its distinctive architecture and village traditions.

Bishan has also attracted artists, writers, and creative entrepreneurs interested in preserving traditional rural culture. This gives the village a unique atmosphere where historic architecture and contemporary cultural activities exist side by side.

Enjoy the relaxed pace of the countryside, take photographs of the traditional buildings, and appreciate the peaceful surroundings away from the busiest tourist attractions.

Explore the Surrounding Bishan Landscape

Continue discovering the natural surroundings of the Bishan area, where mountain scenery, farmland, and traditional village architecture create a picturesque rural landscape.

Depending on the weather and available time, enjoy scenic viewpoints and short walks that reveal the region's beautiful countryside.

The combination of historic villages and natural scenery provides a wonderful introduction to the traditional relationship between people, agriculture, and the landscape in southern Anhui.

Enjoy Lunch at a Local Restaurant

After exploring Bishan, enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant. This is an opportunity to sample regional Anhui cuisine and experience the flavors of traditional Huizhou cooking.

Local specialties may feature seasonal vegetables, mountain ingredients, and traditional cooking techniques that reflect the region's agricultural heritage.

Visit Hongcun – A UNESCO World Heritage Village

In the afternoon, continue to Hongcun Ancient Village, one of the most beautiful and culturally significant traditional villages in China.

Recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ancient Villages in Southern Anhui – Xidi and Hongcun, the village is renowned for its remarkably preserved Huizhou architecture, historic residences, and sophisticated traditional water system.

Surrounded by mountains and tranquil waterways, Hongcun presents a picturesque landscape of whitewashed houses, dark tiled roofs, stone bridges, and peaceful ponds.

Admire Moon Pond and South Lake

One of Hongcun's most recognizable landmarks is Moon Pond, a crescent-shaped body of water surrounded by traditional buildings. Its calm surface beautifully reflects the surrounding houses, creating a classic scene often associated with traditional Chinese landscape paintings.

Continue toward South Lake, another famous scenic area where historic buildings and stone bridges are reflected in the water against a backdrop of distant hills.

Walk along the village's stone-paved lanes, discover hidden courtyards, and admire the elegant architectural details of traditional Huizhou residences.

Your guide will explain the village's distinctive water management system, merchant heritage, and the traditional cultural values reflected in its architectural design.

Hongcun is particularly rewarding for travelers interested in photography, architecture, Chinese history, and authentic village landscapes.

Return to Huangshan City

After your visit to Hongcun, meet your private driver and travel back to Huangshan City.

Upon arrival, check in at AnChi Hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Dinner is at your own expense, allowing you to explore local dining options or relax at the hotel.

Accommodation: AnChi Hotel, Huangshan City

Meals: Breakfast and lunch included; dinner at your own expense

Journey to the Magnificent Yellow Mountains

After breakfast at your hotel, depart with your guide and private driver for Huangshan Scenic Area, one of China's most famous natural destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Known internationally as the Yellow Mountains, Huangshan is celebrated for its dramatic granite peaks, ancient pine trees, unusual rock formations, and spectacular seas of clouds.

For centuries, its extraordinary landscapes have inspired Chinese painters, poets, scholars, and travelers. The mountain's distinctive scenery is frequently associated with the elegant and atmospheric style of traditional Chinese landscape painting.

As you approach the scenic area, admire the beautiful mountain environment and learn about Huangshan's natural history and cultural significance from your guide.

Enter the mountain scenic area and begin your sightseeing adventure. The exact route will be arranged according to weather conditions, scenic transportation operations, and the group's physical abilities.

Explore Beihai Scenic Area

Today's main sightseeing destination is Beihai Scenic Area, one of the most celebrated and picturesque sections of Huangshan Mountain.

Beihai is famous for its spectacular combination of rugged granite peaks, ancient pine trees, dramatic cliffs, and constantly changing cloud formations.

Walk along the mountain pathways and discover viewpoints overlooking layers of impressive peaks extending into the distance.

Along the way, admire Huangshan's famous pine trees, many of which grow from narrow cracks in the granite cliffs. Their unusual shapes and remarkable resilience have made them enduring symbols of the mountain.

Depending on the route and visibility, you may see notable rock formations and scenic landmarks that reveal the extraordinary beauty of the Beihai landscape.

On clear days, the mountain scenery offers magnificent panoramic views. When clouds gather around the peaks, the landscape becomes especially atmospheric, resembling a traditional Chinese ink painting.

Enjoy Scenic Mountain Trails and Viewpoints

After exploring the main Beihai area, enjoy some free time to appreciate the surrounding mountain scenery at your own pace.

Depending on local conditions and your energy level, you may choose to walk along suitable nearby trails, take photographs from designated viewpoints, or simply relax while enjoying the peaceful mountain environment.

Huangshan's landscape changes throughout the day as sunlight, mist, and clouds move across the peaks, making even familiar viewpoints look different from one moment to the next.

Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant during the day's sightseeing arrangements.

Check In at Huangshan Shilin Hotel

Later, proceed to Huangshan Shilin Hotel, located in the mountain-top area, for your overnight stay.

Spending a night on Huangshan is one of the special highlights of this itinerary. Unlike travelers who must descend before evening, you can experience the quieter mountain atmosphere after the busiest daytime sightseeing hours.

If weather and daylight conditions permit, enjoy the changing colors of the surrounding peaks in the late afternoon before returning to your hotel.

Dinner is at your own expense. Rest well and prepare for an early morning opportunity to witness a spectacular sunrise.

Accommodation: Huangshan Shilin Hotel, mountain-top accommodation

Meals: Breakfast and lunch included; dinner at your own expense

Optional Sunrise Experience on Huangshan Mountain

Wake up early for the opportunity to witness one of Huangshan's most unforgettable natural spectacles: sunrise above the mountain peaks.

When the weather is favorable, the first rays of sunlight gradually illuminate the dramatic granite formations, transforming the landscape into beautiful shades of gold and orange.

If clouds gather below the summit, you may be fortunate enough to witness Huangshan's famous sea of clouds, with mountain peaks rising above a vast white landscape.

This peaceful early morning experience is particularly memorable for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Sunrise viewing is optional and depends on weather conditions, visibility, and local access arrangements. Your guide or hotel staff can advise on suitable viewing locations.

Explore the Spectacular Xihai Grand Canyon

After breakfast, continue your Huangshan adventure with a visit to Xihai Grand Canyon, also known as the West Sea Grand Canyon.

Considered one of the most dramatic scenic areas of Huangshan, the canyon is famous for its deep valleys, towering cliffs, unusual granite formations, and winding mountain pathways.

As you explore the accessible sections of the canyon, admire breathtaking views of steep rock walls, forested slopes, and layers of mountain peaks stretching toward the horizon.

The scenery is especially impressive when mist drifts through the valleys, creating an extraordinary contrast between the rugged granite cliffs and the soft clouds below.

Along the route, stop at selected viewpoints to appreciate the natural formations and capture photographs of the spectacular mountain landscape.

Your guide will share information about the mountain's geological features and help arrange a suitable sightseeing route according to the group's walking ability.

Important: Xihai Grand Canyon includes steep steps and challenging walking sections. Some routes may be closed during winter, adverse weather, or maintenance periods. The final walking route will depend on local operating conditions and safety considerations.

Lunch and Scenic Cable Car Descent

Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant before preparing to descend the mountain.

Travel down Huangshan by cable car, taking in one final panorama of the granite peaks, forested valleys, and dramatic cliffs that make the Yellow Mountains so famous.

The cable car journey offers a comfortable way to conclude your mountain exploration while providing a different perspective on the magnificent landscape.

Return to Huangshan City

After descending the mountain, meet your private driver and return to Huangshan City.

Check in at AnChi Hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure. After two memorable days in the mountains, take time to relax and recharge.

Dinner is at your own expense. You may choose to dine near the hotel or explore local restaurants independently.

Accommodation: AnChi Hotel, Huangshan City

Meals: Breakfast and lunch included; dinner at your own expense

Journey to Shexian County

After breakfast at your hotel, depart by private vehicle for Shexian County, one of the most historically significant areas of the ancient Huizhou region.

Shexian is known for its beautifully preserved traditional architecture, historic merchant culture, and charming rural villages surrounded by mountains.

Today's journey takes you beyond Huangshan's famous natural scenery to discover the cultural heritage and traditional settlements that make southern Anhui such a fascinating destination.

Discover Yangchan Earthen Houses

Your first major destination is Yangchan Village, famous for its remarkable collection of traditional earthen houses, often referred to as Yangchan Tulou or Yangchan Mud Houses.

Located on a mountain slope, this picturesque village is known for its distinctive multi-level buildings constructed using local earth, stone, and timber.

Unlike the whitewashed Hui-style houses commonly seen elsewhere in southern Anhui, Yangchan's buildings feature warm earth-colored walls that blend beautifully with the surrounding mountain landscape.

As you approach the village, admire the closely packed houses rising along the hillside, creating a striking architectural scene that appears almost integrated into the mountain itself.

Walk through the village's narrow lanes, stone steps, and traditional courtyards while discovering the architectural techniques used by generations of local residents.

Your guide will explain how the village's location, building materials, and traditional way of life reflect the relationship between the local community and its natural environment.

Yangchan is especially popular among photographers because of its distinctive earth-toned architecture, layered rooftops, and beautiful rural surroundings.

Depending on the season, the village may be surrounded by lush green hills, autumn colors, or atmospheric mountain mist, each creating a different visual experience.

Enjoy Lunch at a Local Restaurant

After visiting Yangchan Village, enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant.

Take this opportunity to experience traditional Anhui cuisine, known for its regional ingredients, rich flavors, and cooking techniques developed over generations.

Explore Huizhou Ancient Town

In the afternoon, continue to Huizhou Ancient Town in Shexian County, an important historic center of the Huizhou region.

The ancient town preserves architectural landmarks, traditional streets, and cultural features that reflect the prosperity of Huizhou merchants and the region's important role in Chinese history.

As you explore the town, admire traditional buildings with elegant rooflines, carved wooden decorations, stone gateways, and distinctive whitewashed walls.

Learn about the history of Huizhou merchant families, whose commercial success contributed to the development of impressive ancestral halls, residences, and public buildings throughout the region.

Return to Huangshan City

After exploring Shexian's traditional villages and cultural landmarks, meet your private driver and return to Huangshan City.

Upon arrival, return to AnChi Hotel for your final overnight stay.

Enjoy the evening at leisure. Dinner is at your own expense, allowing you to choose a restaurant or relax at the hotel after a rewarding day of cultural discovery.

Accommodation: AnChi Hotel, Huangshan City

Meals: Breakfast and lunch included; dinner at your own expense

Relaxing Morning in Huangshan

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend your final morning in Huangshan at a relaxed pace.

After five days of exploring magnificent mountains, ancient villages, and traditional Huizhou culture, take time to reflect on the memorable experiences of your journey.

Depending on your departure schedule, you may have some free time to relax at the hotel, organize your luggage, or explore the surrounding area independently.

Lunch is at your own expense, giving you flexibility according to your onward travel arrangements.

Private Departure Transfer

At the agreed time, meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to Huangshan Tunxi International Airport or your designated railway station.

Your driver will assist with luggage and ensure that your transfer is arranged according to your confirmed flight or train schedule.

Upon arrival at the airport or railway station, your memorable 6-day Huangshan private tour comes to an end.

We hope you leave with wonderful memories of Huangshan's breathtaking peaks, the timeless beauty of Hongcun, the peaceful countryside of Bishan, and the remarkable architectural heritage of ancient Huizhou.

Meals: Breakfast included; lunch at your own expense

Departure Service: Private transfer to Huangshan Airport or the designated railway station