Hangzhou, Qiandao Lake, Huangshan & Wuyuan Rail Tour

Travel west along the Hangzhou-Huangshan High-Speed Railway, connecting West Lake, Qiandao Lake, Huangshan, Hongcun, and Wuyuan Huangling.

This entire journey relies on high-speed rail and short transfers, eliminating the need to drive. Spend two days in Hangzhou, one night at Qiandao Lake, and one night on the peak of Huangshan, then transfer through Hongcun and Xidi to Wuyuan, departing from Wuyuan Station without backtracking. The pace is moderate, making it perfect for first-time visitors who want to see lakes, mountains, and ancient villages all in one trip. The trade-off is that you will only see the most representative attractions in each destination.

Visit Wuyuan in March for canola flowers, or in autumn to see the traditional harvest-drying (shaiqiu) in Huangling.

Day by day

Day 1 · West Lake East Coast Half-Day Loop

Central Hangzhou（Broken Bridge & Bai Causeway、Su Causeway、Leifeng Pagoda、Hefang Street & Southern Song Imperial Street）

Stay near Hubin after arriving in Hangzhou. Walk or cycle along the Bai Causeway and Su Causeway, and explore Hefang Street in the evening.

Stay: Hubin / Longxiang Bridge

Day 2 · Lingyin & Longjing to Qiandao Lake

Central Hangzhou（Lingyin Temple & Feilai Feng、Longjing Village） → Qiandao Lake（Qilong Lane）

Take the metro or bus to visit Lingyin Temple and Longjing in the morning. In the afternoon, take a 1-hour high-speed train from Hangzhou East or West Station to Qiandao Lake Station, then transfer to the town.

Qiandao Lake Station is far from the town center; remember to factor in the transfer time.

Stay: Central Lake Area (Qiandao Lake Town)

Day 3 · Central Lake Area Boat Tour

Qiandao Lake（Central Lake Scenic Area、Meifeng Island、Longshan Island & Hai Rui Temple）

Take a sightseeing boat from Qiandao Lake Town Pier to tour the Central Lake Area and visit the islands, taking about half a day to most of the day.

Catch the early morning boat; services may be suspended on windy or foggy days.

Stay: Central Lake Area (Qiandao Lake Town)

Day 4 · High-Speed Rail to Huangshan & Explore Tunxi

Huangshan & Huizhou（Tunxi Old Street、Liyang in Lane）

Take a 30-minute high-speed train from Qiandao Lake Station to Huangshan North, then take a taxi or bus to Tunxi (about 30 minutes).

Stay: Tunxi Old Street Area

Day 5 · Ascend via Yungu for the Sunset

Huangshan & Huizhou（Shixin Peak、Xihai Grand Canyon (West Sea Canyon)）

Drive from Tunxi to Tangkou (about 1 hour), transfer to the scenic area shuttle to Yungu Temple, and take the cable car up before exploring on foot.

Huangshan tickets must be booked in advance; reserve mountaintop accommodations as early as possible.

Stay: Huangshan Summit (Guangming Peak · Baiyun)

Day 6 · Sunrise & Welcoming Pine to Hongcun

Huangshan & Huizhou（Flying-over Rock、Huangshan Scenic Area）

Walk via Bright Summit to Yupinglou, take the Yuping Cable Car down, return to Tangkou, and charter a car to Hongcun (about 1 hour).

Stay: Hongcun

Day 7 · Hongcun & Xidi to Wuyuan

Huangshan & Huizhou（Hongcun Village、Xidi Village） → Wuyuan

Drive from Hongcun to Xidi (about 30 minutes), then to Huangshan North Station (about 1 hour). Take a 20-minute high-speed train to Wuyuan, and take a taxi to Jiangwan.

If train schedules are inconvenient, you can charter a car instead. Check train timetables in advance.

Stay: Jiangwan

Day 8 · Huangling & Jiangwan to Departure

Wuyuan（Huangling Village、Jiangwan）

Take a taxi or shuttle bus to Huangling, take the cable car up to explore the village on foot, and head to Wuyuan Railway Station in the afternoon to depart by high-speed train.