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Shanghai: Huangshan, Xidi & Hongcun 3-Day Private Tour

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3-day trip from Shanghai visiting Xidi and Bishan village culture, Cable car and Huangshan highlights and Summit hotel and sunset. Operated by BEIJING CAPITAL AIRLINE INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SERVICE CO.,LTD..

Highlights

  • Travel from your Shanghai hotel by private transfer and high-speed train

Shanghai: Huangshan, Xidi & Hongcun 3-Day Private Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $2412 per person
Duration3 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Shanghai: Huangshan, Xidi & Hongcun 3-Day Private Tour

3-day trip from Shanghai visiting Xidi and Bishan village culture, Cable car and Huangshan highlights and Summit hotel a...
3 days
English
$2,412
Free cancellation

Full description

A 3-day trip out of Shanghai taking in Xidi and Bishan village culture, Cable car and Huangshan highlights, Summit hotel and sunset and Day 3 Sunrise Hongcun and return. There are 4 stops in all.

The running order is Xidi and Bishan village culture, then Cable car and Huangshan highlights, then Summit hotel and sunset, then Day 3 Sunrise Hongcun and return.

The price covers shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip second-class high-speed train tickets between Shanghai Hongqiao and Huangshan North, Three days of local private vehicle and professional driver service and Three days of English-speaking guide service. It does not cover international flights and Chinese visa, Lunches, dinners, drinks and snacks and Porter, luggage cableway and storage fees, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $2457 together rather than $2412 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Shanghai pickup and bullet train

Pickup from your Shanghai hotel transfer to Hongqiao Railway Station and board the reserved bullet train to Huangshan North. Your local English-speaking guide and private driver meet you on arrival.

Xidi and Bishan village culture

Visit UNESCO-listed Xidi with your guide walking its lanes ancestral halls courtyards and Huizhou merchant houses. Continue to quieter Bishan for village lanes local community life and a relaxed countryside atmosphere before checking in near Huangshan.

Cable car and Huangshan highlights

Ride the scenic shuttle and cable car into Huangshan. Explore a flexible route through viewpoints and pine-covered granite peaks which may include Beginning-to-Believe Peak Beihai Bright Summit Flying-over Rock or sections of West Sea Grand Canyon according to weather and trail conditions.

Summit hotel and sunset

Check in at the mountaintop hotel in a twin room with breakfast. If weather and opening conditions allow walk to a nearby viewpoint for sunset and possible cloud-sea views. Dinner is at your own expense and your guide will help with the evening plan.

Day 3 Sunrise Hongcun and return

Rise early for a weather-dependent sunrise have breakfast and descend by cable car and scenic shuttle. Continue by private car to Hongcun for South Lake Moon Pond Chengzhi Hall and Huizhou lanes then take the reserved bullet train back to Shanghai and receive hotel drop-off.

Includes

  • Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Round-trip second-class high-speed train tickets between Shanghai Hongqiao and Huangshan North
  • Three days of local private vehicle and professional driver service
  • Three days of English-speaking guide service
  • One night near Huangshan Scenic Area and one night at a mountaintop hotel, twin sharing with breakfast
  • Huangshan main entrance ticket, round-trip scenic shuttle and two one-way cable-car rides
  • Xidi and Hongcun main entrance tickets
  • Itinerary planning, reservations and ticket-booking coordination
  • Travel agency liability insurance
  • All mandatory operational costs for the booked train, shuttle and cable-car transport

Excludes

  • International flights and Chinese visa
  • Lunches, dinners, drinks and snacks
  • Porter, luggage cableway and storage fees
  • Personal travel and medical insurance
  • Guide and driver gratuities
  • Optional extra attractions, performances or transport not listed

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 3 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
Free cancellation
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Frequently Asked Questions

Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip second-class high-speed train tickets between Shanghai Hongqiao and Huangshan North, Three days of local private vehicle and professional driver service, Three days of English-speaking guide service, One night near Huangshan Scenic Area and one night at a mountaintop hotel, twin sharing with breakfast, Huangshan main entrance ticket, round-trip scenic shuttle and two one-way cable-car rides, Xidi and Hongcun main entrance tickets, Itinerary planning, reservations and ticket-booking coordination, Travel agency liability insurance, All mandatory operational costs for the booked train, shuttle and cable-car transport
The duration of the Shanghai: Huangshan, Xidi & Hongcun 3-Day Private Tour is typically 3 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$2,412Free cancellation