2-Day Private Tour: Hangzhou → Huangshan (Bullet Train) & Cultural Highlights

Day 1: Hangzhou Departure → Bullet Train to Huangshan → Mt. Huangshan Exploration

1. Hangzhou Railway Station & Bullet Train Ride

• Stop Duration: 2 hours (including check-in & travel time)
• Head to Hangzhou Railway Station, where your guide will assist with ticket checks and boarding. Enjoy a comfortable ride on a high-speed bullet train, zipping through scenic East China countryside—watch as cityscapes give way to rolling hills and lush farmland, making the journey part of the adventure.

2. Mt. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Exploration

• Stop Duration: 5 hours (Admission included)
• Upon arriving in Huangshan, your private guide and driver will transfer you directly to Huangshan UNESCO Global Geopark. Dive into the mountain’s legendary beauty: marvel at jagged granite peaks piercing the sky, ethereal seas of clouds that ebb and flow, and ancient pines clinging to rocky slopes—iconic sights that have inspired poets and painters for centuries.
• Your guide will lead you on a tailored trail, highlighting key spots like Shixin Peak (Begin to Believe Peak) or Yuping Tower, while sharing stories about the mountain’s geology and cultural significance.

Day 2: Huangshan Geopark → Xidi Ancient Village → Bullet Train Return to Hangzhou

1. Huangshan UNESCO Global Geopark Deep Dive

• Stop Duration: 3 hours (Admission included)
• Return to Huangshan Scenic Area to discover more of its wonders. Wander through serene valleys, admire cascading streams, and soak in panoramic views from viewpoints like Guangmingding (Bright Summit)—Huangshan’s second-highest peak, offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding peaks and cloud seas.
• Your guide will tailor the pace to your comfort, ensuring you experience the mountain’s magic without rushing.

2. Xidi Ancient Village (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• Stop Duration: 3 hours (Admission included)
• Afterward, transfer to Xidi Ancient Village—a perfectly preserved example of Huizhou-style architecture. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with gray-tiled, white-walled mansions, adorned with intricate wooden carvings and ancient stone courtyards.
• Explore ancestral halls, visit well-preserved family residences, and learn about the village’s 900-year history as a hub of Huizhou merchants. Don’t miss the iconic Hongcun-style lotus pond, which reflects the village’s timeless beauty like a mirror.

3. Huangshan Railway Station & Return to Hangzhou

• Stop Duration: 2 hours (including transfer & boarding)
• Head to Huangshan Railway Station with your guide, who will assist with boarding procedures. Board the bullet train back to Hangzhou, reflecting on your journey through China’s natural and cultural treasures as you travel.