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Mount Huangshan(3 days $180)-World Heritage Site

Plane to Shanghai (not included in cost)


High-Speed Train from Shanghai to Huangshan:

• Departure Stations in Shanghai:Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

• Arrival Station in Huangshan: Huangshan North Railway Station.

• Duration: Approximately 2.5 to 3.5 hours.

• Ticket Prices:

• Second Class Seat: Around ¥166.5 to ¥206 (approximately $23 to $28).

• First Class Seat: Around ¥289.5 to ¥330.5 (approximately $40 to $46).


Transportation from Huangshan North Railway Station to Mount Huangshan Scenic Area:

Tourist Bus: Direct buses operate from the station to Tangkou Town, the gateway to Mount Huangshan.

• Duration: Approximately 50 minutes.

• Cost: Around ¥23 (approximately $3).

• Frequency: Every 30 minutes during peak season; hourly during the off-peak season.


Accommodation:

• On the Mountain:

• Cost: Room rates vary based on the hotel’s star rating and season, ranging from ¥800 to ¥2,000 (approximately $110 to $270) per night.

• At the Mountain Base (Tangkou Town):

• Options: Budget-friendly hotels and guesthouses are plentiful.

• Cost: Approximately ¥150 to ¥400 (around $20 to $55) per night.


Food:

• On the Mountain: Dining options are available but tend to be pricier due to transportation costs.

• Cost: Expect to spend around ¥100 to ¥150 (approximately $14 to $21) per meal.

• At the Mountain Base: More affordable restaurants and local eateries are available.

• Cost: Meals range from ¥30 to ¥60 (approximately $4 to $8) per meal.


Entrance Fees and Additional Costs:

• Mount Huangshan Entrance Fee: ¥190 (approximately $26).

• Cable Car Rides: To ascend or descend the mountain, cable cars are available.

• Cost: Each ride is between ¥80 to ¥100 (approximately $11 to $14).

• Miscellaneous Expenses: Allocate funds for snacks, souvenirs, and other personal expenses.


Estimated Total Cost for a 3-Day Trip:

• Transportation (Round-Trip Train and Bus): ¥200 (train) + ¥46 (bus) = ¥246.

• Accommodation (2 Nights): ¥150 x 2 = ¥300 (budget option).

• Food (3 Days): ¥100 x 3 = ¥300.

• Entrance Fee and Cable Cars: ¥190 (entrance) + ¥160 (two cable car rides) = ¥350.

• Miscellaneous Expenses: ¥100.

Total Estimated Cost: Approximately ¥1,296 (around $180).


Mount Huangshan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, is renowned for its stunning granite peaks, ancient pine trees, and captivating seas of clouds.

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