Wuyi Mountain, a Famous Mountain with Both Cultural and Natural Heritage

As a world cultural and natural heritage site, Wuyi Mountain is famous for its unique Danxia landform, Nine-Bend Stream rafting, and profound tea culture. The following is a practical travel guide for Wuyi Mountain in 2025, covering transportation, tickets, recommended attractions, itinerary arrangements, and precautions to help you plan a perfect trip. I. Tickets and Opening Hours** 1. **Free Admission Policy** (January 1, 2025–June 30, 2025): The main scenic area of Wuyi Mountain offers free admission to tourists (you need to enter the park with your ID card), but sightseeing bus tickets (CNY 85/3 days) and Nine-Bend Stream bamboo rafting tickets (CNY 130) still need to be purchased. 2. **Regular Tickets** (Non-Free Ticket Period): - One-day tour: CNY 140; two-day tour: CNY 150; three-day tour: CNY 160. - Combo ticket (including sightseeing bus + bamboo raft): three-day combo ticket: CNY 365. 3. **Opening Hours**: - Peak season (March–October): 6:30–18:00 - Off-season (November–February of the following year): 7:00–17:00. II. Transportation Guide** 1. **Major Transportation**: - **High-speed rail**: Recommended. Choose Wuyishan North Station (15 km from the scenic area) or Nanping Station (30 km from the scenic area). You can take the K1 express line (CNY 10) to reach the resort area directly. - **Airplane**: Wuyishan Airport has direct flights to more than 20 cities across the country. The airport express line costs CNY 10 to Sangu Resort. - **Self-driving**: About 630 km from Shanghai, which takes 10 hrs. 2. **Scenic Area Transportation**: - **Sightseeing bus**: Must-buy (CNY 85/3 days), connecting all major attractions. - **Retro Dangdang Bus**: Free shuttle from Xingcun to the South Entrance. III. Recommended Must-Visit Attractions** 1. **Nine-Bend Stream Bamboo Rafting** (Core Experience): - The whole journey takes 90 mins. It is recommended to choose the earliest shift (6:30) to avoid sun exposure. Each boat can accommodate 6–8 people. The boatman will ask for a tip of CNY 20/person (it is recommended to pay to get an explanation). 2. **Tianyou Peak** (The First Scenic Spot of Wuyi): - There are 848 steps. Climbing to the top offers a panoramic view of the Nine-Bend Stream. It is recommended to visit in the morning. 3. **Da Hong Pao Scenic Area**: - Famous for its six Da Hong Pao mother trees, it is suitable for tea culture enthusiasts, but the scenery is relatively monotonous. 4. **A Thread of Sky**: - The rock crevice is narrow (only 0.3m at its narrowest point). It is recommended to bring a flashlight and pay attention to bat prevention. 5. **Water Curtain Cave**: - Best viewed on rainy days. There may be no water on sunny days. It requires a 2 km walk. 6. **Wuyi Palace**: - An ancient Taoist temple with a history of thousands of years, including a Song-style ancient street and Zhu Xi Memorial Hall, suitable for cultural tours. 7. **Qinglong Waterfall** (Protected Area): - With a drop of 120m, it is suitable for tourists who like natural landscapes. IV. Classic Itinerary (3 Days and 2 Nights)** Day 1: Essence of Landscape** - **Morning**: Tianyou Peak (3 hrs) + Taoyuan Cave (optional) - **Afternoon**: A Thread of Sky + Tiger Roaring Rock - **Evening**: Stroll around Wuyi Palace or watch the "Impression Da Hong Pao" performance (starting from CNY 198). Day 2: Nine-Bend Stream and Cultural Experience** - **Morning**: Nine-Bend Stream bamboo rafting (book tickets in advance) - **Afternoon**: Da Hong Pao Scenic Area + Yangu Huaxiang Promenade (tea culture hiking route). Day 3: Natural Exploration** - **Morning**: Qinglong Waterfall or Longchuan Grand Canyon - **Afternoon**: Xiamei Ancient Village (the starting point of the Wanli Tea Road) or Tongmu Pass (nature reserve). V. Accommodation and Food** 1. **Accommodation**: - **Sangu Resort**: Hotels are concentrated here. It is recommended to choose an inner window room (to avoid road noise). - **Homestay**: Near Xiamei Ancient Village or Tongmu Pass, suitable for in-depth tours. 2. **Food**: - **Langu Smoked Goose**: Smoked with pine wood, spicy and delicious. - **Zixi Noodles**: Local specialty staple food. - **Zhuzi Xiaomu Cake**: A traditional snack created by Zhu Xi. VI. Precautions** 1. **Sun and Rain Protection**: Wuyi Mountain has strong sunshine, so you need to prepare high SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and parasols; bring rain gear during the rainy season (March–April). 2. **Anti-Pit Tips**: - Avoid spending money in stores without marked prices. You can bargain for a 20–30% discount when eating. - Book bamboo raft tickets in advance, as they may be sold out on site. 3. **Other**: - Vending machines in the scenic area often break down, so bring enough drinking water. - A flashlight is needed for A Thread of Sky. The scenic area rents them for CNY 3/time. Wuyi Mountain combines natural wonders and cultural heritage. The free admission period in 2025 is the best time to visit. Plan your trip reasonably and avoid commercial traps, and you will definitely appreciate the unique charm of "Green Waters and Danxia"!