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6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS · JIANGNAN & COASTAL JOURNEYS
Huizhou villages, granite peaks and West Lake
Over 6 days, 6-Day Huangshan, Hongcun & Hangzhou Tour links Granite peaks and rock formations on Huangshan with Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou, taking in Hongcun, To the mountain access area and ascend, Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit, West Lake shoreline at dusk along the way. Transfer from Huangshan’s airport or railway station to a city hotel. Huangshan’s granite peaks require repeated stone steps even with cable cars, while Hongcun, Xidi and Chengkan add gentler 2–4 kilometre walks through lanes, ponds and ancestral halls. If your departure is later, explore a nearby historic neighborhood before the station or airport transfer. Taste Longjing tea near the fields and choose Hangzhou noodles or West Lake fish for lunch, with Leifeng Pagoda or a causeway saved for the clearest light. The route is best suited to travelers who prefer a private guide, a named set of sights and time for a proper meal in each place, with the daily emphasis on a focused private journey with a balanced daily rhythm. Opening hours, traffic and local access are checked during the trip, allowing the guide to reorder visits when needed.
6 days / 5 nights Itinerary at a Glance
Duration
6 days / 5 nights
Route
Huangshan City - Hongcun - Huangshan Mountain - Hangzhou
Long-distance travel
Confirmed daytime rail connections and private transfers
Tour format
Customizable private tour
Trip Highlights Code: CN-15-06
Explore Hongcun’s village lanes and waterside architecture.
Stay one night on Huangshan Mountain.
Separate the mountain descent from the onward rail journey.
Finish with a relaxed West Lake visit in Hangzhou.
Plan with Confidence: Clear inclusions, confirmed travel arrangements and a personalized itinerary before booking.
DAY BY DAY
The 6-Day Journey
Daily itinerary: Granite peaks and rock formations on Huangshan → Hongcun → To the mountain access area and ascend → Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit → West Lake shoreline at dusk → Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou.
INTERACTIVE ROUTE MAP
6-Day Huangshan, Hongcun & Hangzhou Tour
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Transfer from Huangshan’s airport or railway station to a city hotel before continuing to Hongcun the following day. Enjoy a short Tunxi old-street walk if arrival time permits. Review the mountain walking route and luggage plan before the next stage. The transfer toward Granite peaks and rock formations on Huangshan includes sensible comfort stops around the actual road or rail schedule. Keep water and valuables in hand luggage; on arrival, the guide prioritizes check-in and the named local visit before the next day's Hongcun instead of adding an unrelated detour.
Visit Hongcun with time for its lanes, ponds and open traditional interiors after Granite peaks and rock formations on Huangshan; To the mountain access area and ascend follows on the next day. The village is a living community, so your guide selects suitable public areas and explains local architectural details. Return to Huangshan City for a second night. During Hongcun, the guide links the named sights through local history and details visible on the ground. At Hongcun on Day 2, allow time to walk rather than photograph each stop from the vehicle, ask before photographing people or ceremonies, and choose a nearby local meal so the visit remains focused on this part of the route.
Transfer to the mountain access area and ascend using the confirmed scenic transport and cable car where available after Hongcun; Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit follows on the next day. Walk a suitable route toward your mountain hotel, carrying only the planned overnight bag. Views depend on weather; steps remain part of the day. The transfer toward To the mountain access area and ascend includes sensible comfort stops around the actual road or rail schedule. Keep water and valuables in hand luggage; on arrival, the guide prioritizes check-in and the named local visit before the next day's Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit instead of adding an unrelated detour.
Enjoy an early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit, then continue along selected paths before descending after To the mountain access area and ascend; West Lake shoreline at dusk follows on the next day. Return to Huangshan City to rest. The overnight below the mountain avoids tying a variable descent time to a tight train connection. The transfer toward Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit includes sensible comfort stops around the actual road or rail schedule. With West Lake shoreline at dusk still ahead, keep water and valuables in hand luggage; on arrival, the guide prioritizes check-in and the named local visit before the next day's West Lake shoreline at dusk instead of adding an unrelated detour.
Take a confirmed daytime train to Hangzhou and transfer to your hotel. West Lake shoreline at dusk sits between Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit and Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou in the Huangshan, Hongcun & Hangzhou sequence. Spend the afternoon on an easy West Lake walk or an available boat outing.
If your departure is later, explore a nearby historic neighborhood before the station or airport transfer. Earlier in Huangshan, Hongcun & Hangzhou, Early viewpoint walk if weather and energy permit formed a separate part of the journey before Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou. Add a night for a fuller tea-country or temple visit.
PRIVATE QUOTATION
Private Tour Reference Prices
Estimated starting prices in USD per adult for the full 6-day / 5-night itinerary, sharing twin or double rooms.
2 adults traveling together USD 1,650 / person4 adults traveling together USD 1,290 / person6 adults traveling together USD 1,150 / person
Headline price basis: Four adults traveling together, using two twin or double rooms. City stays use comfortable 4-star hotels; village and remote stays use selected local guesthouses or boutique accommodation. The Accommodation tab shows the overnight bases.
Transport included in the estimate: Huangshan–Hangzhou second-class rail, private transfers and the planned return Huangshan cable cars with scenic buses.
For this route: Includes one twin room night on Huangshan Mountain, Hongcun admission and mountain admission. The Hangzhou base visit is a lakeside walk; boats and premium mountain rooms are extra.
Single-room supplement: From USD 360 per person for the full itinerary, added to the applicable twin-sharing group price. Solo private tours, odd-numbered groups and children receive a separate quote.
Dates and confirmation: These are planning estimates for standard-season travel, excluding Chinese public holidays, peak summer dates and major local festivals. Hotel and transport availability, room upgrades and itinerary changes can affect the price. Your dated quotation confirms the final total and inclusions before booking.
Typical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Huangshan City 3 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteHuangshan Mountain 1 night · Twin room at a mountain hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteHangzhou 1 night · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quote
✓ Price Includes
The reference price budgets for the following services; your dated quotation confirms the final arrangements
5 nights in twin or double rooms: comfortable 4-star city hotels and selected local boutique or guesthouse stays; cruise cabin where specified
Daily hotel breakfast
Private arrival, departure and sightseeing transfers on the base itinerary
English-speaking local guides on scheduled sightseeing days; no full-time escort on independent leisure or rail/flight sectors
Standard admission and mandatory scenic transport for the base sightseeing program, as specified in Prices
Huangshan–Hangzhou second-class rail, private transfers and the planned return Huangshan cable cars with scenic buses.
⊘ Price Excludes
International flights and transport to the first city or from the final city; domestic flights except any allowance expressly listed in Prices
Lunches, dinners and drinks except the meals specifically included above
Optional activities, alternative excursions and upgrades identified in the route-specific price notes
Single-room supplements, extra nights, upgraded rooms and changes to the base itinerary
Personal travel insurance, entry-document costs, personal purchases and discretionary gratuities
Who Is This Tour For?
This route suits travelers interested in jiangnan & coastal journeys who want 6 days to explore Huangshan City, Hongcun, Huangshan Mountain, Hangzhou.
Hotel standard, walking pace and optional experiences are agreed before confirmation. Share your priorities so the final route remains practical for your group.
Travel Tips for This Itinerary
Mountain hotel availability is checked before the walking route is fixed.
Bring a compact overnight bag and arrange storage for larger luggage.
Sunrise and a sea of clouds are possible weather-dependent experiences, not guarantees.
Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
Daily hotel breakfast is included in the estimate. Other meals are included only where specified under Prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How demanding is the Huangshan section?
Even with cable cars, the mountain paths involve substantial steps. The route and hotel are chosen around your walking ability before confirmation.
Can we avoid staying on the mountain?
Yes. A lower-intensity version can use a day visit, subject to your preferred viewpoints and realistic access timing.
How many nights does this itinerary include?
The published 6-day route includes 5 overnight stays. The Accommodation tab lists the actual bases and night counts. Extra arrival or departure nights can be quoted separately.
What does the starting price mean?
The estimated starting price is USD 1,290 per person for four adults traveling together and sharing twin or double rooms in standard season. The Prices tab also shows estimates for two and six adults, the single-room supplement and route-specific inclusions. Send your dates for a confirmed quotation.
