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7-Day Huangshan, Shanghai and Hangzhou Tour

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Trip Overview

Journey through China on an experience where ancient tradition intertwines seamlessly with modern dynamism. Set your own tempo in Shanghai, weaving between the serene beauty of Yuyuan Garden and the city’s lively markets before marveling at the skyline from the soaring Shanghai Tower. Pause to appreciate the city’s Art Deco elegance and unwind in a storied café before the adventure continues by train to Huangshan. Meander through the atmospheric lanes of Tunxi Ancient Street and engage your senses by crafting your own fragrance plaque in a hands-on workshop. Ascend the legendary Yellow Mountains by cable car, traversing dramatic granite peaks and ancient pine forests, and rise early for a breathtaking sunrise from Refreshing Terrace. Delight in Bishan’s creative spirit, then explore Hangzhou’s herbal medicine heritage, wander Qinghefang’s historic lanes, and glide across the tranquil waters of West Lake. Conclude your journey by harvesting Dragon Well tea alongside local farmers in Meijiawu Tea Village.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Shanghai

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Arrival in Shanghai

Arrive in Shanghai and take a private transfer to your hotel. Check in upon arrival. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, allowing you to rest or explore the city independently.

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    Sunrise On The Bund Hotel5 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Sunrise On The Bund Hotel Luxury

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    Shanghai

Day 2

From Ming Gardens to Skyline Views: A Day Exploring Old and New Shanghai

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From Ming Gardens to Skyline Views: A Day Exploring Old and New Shanghai

Explore old Shanghai by visiting Yuyuan Garden, a Ming Dynasty site with sculpted rocks, ponds, and winding paths. Next to the garden, the busy marketplace offers street food and handmade goods from local vendors. Take an elevator to the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower, where you can see the city from above. Join an Art Deco walking tour to view unique architecture and learn about the area’s history. Afterward, relax with coffee in a historic press building that has served visitors for over a hundred years.

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    Accommodation

    Sunrise On The Bund Hotel5 star

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    Yu Garden

    Shanghai Tower(including 118th Floor Observation Deck)

    Former French Concession

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    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Shanghai

Day 3

From Shanghai to Huangshan: Ancient Streets and Traditional Crafts

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From Shanghai to Huangshan: Ancient Streets and Traditional Crafts

Begin your day with a transfer from your hotel to the Shanghai train station, followed by a transfer to your hotel upon arrival in Huangshan. Take time to stroll along Tunxi Ancient Street, located in the heart of Tunxi’s old city, where well-preserved shops offer a glimpse into the past. Enjoy airport or train station pickup and transfer services in Huangshan for added convenience. Participate in a traditional fragrance plaque workshop, where you will learn each step of making a herbal plaque and take home your own finished piece.

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    Accommodation

    Huiman Hezhuang Hostel Hotel

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    Activities

    Tunxi Old Street

    Learn to Make an Traditional Fragrance Plaque

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sunrise On The Bund Hotel Luxury to Shanghai Railway Station

    Train from Shanghai to Huangshan City

    Private Driver from Huangshan Railway North Station-Ticket Office 2 to Huiman Hotel

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    Breakfast and lunch

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    Shanghai

    Huangshan

Day 4

Huangshan Highlights: Granite Peaks and Canyon Trails

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Huangshan Highlights: Granite Peaks and Canyon Trails

Begin your day with a visit to the Yellow Mountains, located in southern Anhui Province and covering about 1,200 square kilometers. Known for its scenic granite peaks, unique rock formations, ancient pine trees, hot springs, and waterfalls, the area offers remarkable views year-round. Your private guide and driver will pick you up and escort you to the South Gate of Huangshan Scenic Area, about an hour’s drive away. Take the Yungu Cable Car up the mountain, then explore West Sea Grand Canyon if weather permits. Accommodations and dining options on the mountain are limited.

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    Accommodation

    Huangshan Bai Yun Hotel

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    Activities

    Yellow Mountains

    Yungu Cable Car (up) and West Sea Grand Canyon

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    Breakfast and lunch

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    Huangshan

Day 5

Sunrise Peaks to Creative Villages: From Huangshan to Bishan

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Sunrise Peaks to Creative Villages: From Huangshan to Bishan

Begin your day early with a visit to Refreshing Terrace, a popular spot for sunrise photography in the Yellow Mountains. After breakfast at your hotel, walk to Lion Peak to see Dawn Pavilion, Stone Monkey Watching the Sea, and unique pine trees in the North Sea area. Continue to Beginning-to-Believe Peak for views of Mushroom Pavilion. Conclude your mountain experience with a ride down on the Yungu Cable Car. In the afternoon, explore Bishan’s artistic village, discovering renovated historic buildings and creative local projects during a guided walking or cycling tour.

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    Accommodation

    Pig's Inn Xidi

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    Activities

    Yungu Cableway Self-Help Ticket Off

    Rural Artistic Utopia: Bishan Escape Tour

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    Breakfast and lunch

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    Huangshan

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Day 6

From Huangshan to Hangzhou: Heritage Streets and West Lake Serenity

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From Huangshan to Hangzhou: Heritage Streets and West Lake Serenity

Begin your journey with a transfer from your hotel in Huangshan to the train station, then onward to your hotel in Hangzhou. Visit the Hu Qingyu Hall Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Museum, where you can learn about the history and practice of Chinese medicine. Stroll along Qinghefang Pedestrian Street, lined with traditional shops and ancient buildings. Explore the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, a historic mansion built in
Enjoy a walking tour and relaxing cruise on West Lake, surrounded by scenic landscapes and centuries-old history.

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    Accommodation

    Zhongwei Sunny Hotel Garage4 star

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    Activities

    Former Residence of Hu Xueyan

    Zhejiang Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum

    Qinghefang Pedestrian Street

    The West Lake

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Pig's Inn Xidi to Huangshanbei North Railway Station

    Train from Huangshan City to Hangzhou

    Private Driver from Hangzhou Railway Station to Zhongwei Sunny Hotel Garage

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    Breakfast and lunch

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    Xidi

    Hangzhou

Day 7

Dragon Well Traditions: A Farewell to Hangzhou’s Tea Culture

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Dragon Well Traditions: A Farewell to Hangzhou’s Tea Culture

Explore Meijiawu Tea Village, known for producing West Lake Dragon Well tea. Meet a local tea farmer who will provide bamboo baskets and hats before guiding you through the tea fields. Learn how to select and pick tea leaves, then watch as the farmer demonstrates stir-frying, a method that preserves the leaves’ vibrant green color. Discover how to brew the perfect cup of tea. After your visit, travel to a nearby restaurant set among the tea plantations to enjoy dishes featuring local tea flavors, before transferring to the train station.

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    Activities

    Hangzhou Longjingshan Tea Cultural Village

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    Transportations

    Train from Hangzhou to Shanghai

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    Breakfast

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    Hangzhou

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What’s included?

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 14 activities
  • 6 breakfasts and 5 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits