A magical adventure begins the moment you step onto Huangshan Mountain.

🚇Transportation guide: From Huangshan North Railway Station to the South Gate 1️⃣ High-speed rail: Huangshan North Railway Station → Huangshan South Gate (Tangkou Town). Shuttle buses depart every 30 mins and cost CNY 30. The journey takes approx. 1 hr. 2️⃣ Connecting transport: Take the scenic area bus (CNY 19/person) from the South Gate transfer center to the Yungu Cable Car Station. The journey takes approx. 20 mins. 🧗Route planning: Ascend from Yungu Temple | Descend from Yupinglou ✅ Classic route (6–8 hrs): Ascend: Yungu Cable Car (CNY 80/one way) → Bai’e Ridge → Beginning-to-Believe Peak → Black Tiger Pine → Bright Summit. Descend: Yuping Cable Car (CNY 90/one way) → Greeting Guest Pine → Hundred Steps Cloud Ladder → Lotus Peak (currently closed for maintenance) → West Sea Grand Canyon Rail Car. Highlights: Check in at Greeting Guest Pine, watch the sunset at Bright Summit, and take the West Sea Grand Canyon train (CNY 100/person). 📸Must-see photo spots & money-saving tips 1️⃣ Popular photo spots: Old Time Coffee Shop (Moon Marsh reflection) Bai’e Ridge Viewing Platform (panoramic view of Beginning-to-Believe Peak) Yupinglou (best view of Greeting Guest Pine) 2️⃣ Money-saving tips: Book tickets one day in advance on the Huangshan Tourism official WeChat mini program. Tickets are valid for two entries within three days, saving you the cost of return tickets. Food is expensive on the mountain, so bring self-heating meals and a thermos. 🍜Local food list Hongcun/Xidi: Stinky Mandarin Fish, Braised Pork with Bamboo Shoots Tangkou Town: Huangshan baked sesame seed cakes, hairy tofu, and stewed chicken with stone ear mushrooms Mountaintop: Bright Summit Buffet Restaurant (CNY 50/person) 📍One-day tours of nearby 4A scenic spots There's more to do after climbing Huangshan! 1️⃣ Emerald Valley (filming location of *Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon*): Colorful pools and bamboo forests—perfect for taking photos. 2️⃣ Taiping Lake: Lakeside scenery and stargazing campsites—perfect for relaxing. 3️⃣ Nine Dragons Waterfall: The largest waterfall in Huangshan, with nine cascading sections. ⚠️Important notes Weather: Cloudy and foggy in March. Rain gear and warm clothing are recommended. Physical fitness: Allow 4 hrs for the West Sea Grand Canyon. This can be skipped if needed. Accommodation: Book mountaintop hotels one month in advance! Recommended accommodation at the foot of the mountain: Huangshan Yunmeng Xiaozhu Homestay. 💡Tips: A taxi from Huangshan North Railway Station to the South Gate costs approx. CNY 120. Ride-sharing is more cost-effective! Remember to wear non-slip shoes and pack light!✨