4 Days, 3 Nights · Private Tour
Go with this tour and experience the true highlights of eastern China. Start with a classic Huangshan tour and marvel at the “Four Wonders” of Yellow Mountain: Strange Pines, Absurd Stones, the Sea of Clouds, and Hot Springs. Hike through granite peaks and misty trails with stunning views at every turn. Continue to Wuyuan, known as the most beautiful countryside in China, where white-washed villages, winding lanes, ancient bridges, and terraced fields create a peaceful and timeless rural escape. Finally, enjoy a relaxing Qiandaohu Lake tour. Also called the Thousand Islands Lake tour, this clean, drinkable lake is surrounded by forested hills, with over 80 percent of the area covered in greenery. Its fresh air and pure waters make it a perfect retreat for nature lovers and anyone seeking quiet moments in nature.
Hotel pickup by your private guide. Embark on a full-day exploration of Tunxi, Wuyuan Countryside, Qiandaohu Lake. Your knowledgeable guide provides expert commentary throughout.
Visit the key attractions including Tunxi, Wuyuan Countryside, Qiandaohu Lake. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour — spend more time at the places that interest you most.
Return to your hotel. A memorable day (or multi-day journey) through some of China's most extraordinary landscapes and cultural sites.
This 4-day private journey covers Hangzhou, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Qiandao Lake (Thousand Islands Lake). Below is the suggested day-by-day plan, fully customizable to your interests and pace:
Arrival at the airport or train station. Private transfer to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure to recover from travel or optional orientation walk. Welcome dinner featuring local cuisine.
Afternoon highlights:
• West Lake (Xihu) — stroll along the Su Causeway and Bai Causeway
Full-day private guided exploration of Huangshan (Yellow Mountain). Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Yunqi Bamboo Path — serene bamboo forest trail
• Hupao Spring — famous spring water and Buddhist temple
• Six Harmonies Pagoda — historic pagoda by Qiantang River
• Huxueyan Former Residence — wealthy merchant's mansion
• Maojiabu — tranquil lakeside area away from crowds
• Xianghu Lake — scenic lake with cycling paths
• Huangshan Mountain — granite peaks, sea of clouds, and ancient pines
• Welcoming Guest Pine (Yingke Song) — iconic 800-year-old pine tree
• Bright Summit (Guangmingding) — second highest peak with panoramic views
• West Sea Grand Canyon (Xihai) — dramatic canyon with stunning scenery
• Flying-Over Rock (Feilaishi) — famous boulder perched on a cliff
Full-day private guided exploration of Qiandao Lake (Thousand Islands Lake). Your expert local guide shares history, culture, and insider knowledge. Lunch at a recommended local restaurant. Flexible pace — spend more time at places that interest you.
Today's highlights:
• Lotus Peak (Lianhua Feng) — highest peak of Huangshan
• Heavenly Capital Peak (Tiandu Feng) — steep and challenging peak
• Hongcun Village — UNESCO ancient village with cow-shaped layout
• Xidi Village — UNESCO ancient village with ancestral halls
• Tunxi Old Street — historic shopping street in Huangshan city
• Liyang In巷 (Liyang Old Street) — riverside historic district
• Emerald Valley (Feicui Gu) — scenic valley with emerald pools
• Jiulong Waterfall — nine-tiered waterfall near Huangshan
• Taiping Lake — scenic lake at the foot of Huangshan
• Chengkan Village — ancient village with bagua (eight trigrams) layout
• Tangmo Village — elegant ancient village with gardens
Morning at leisure. Optional last-minute shopping or visit to a nearby attraction. Private transfer to the airport or train station for your onward journey. End of our wonderful services.
Morning highlights:
• Qiankou Residences — museum of ancient Huizhou architecture
* This is a suggested itinerary. Your actual plan will be customized based on your arrival/departure times, interests, and preferred pace. Contact us for a detailed personalized itinerary.