Spend a long day on iconic Yellow Mountain: granite spires, stubborn pines, and carved stone steps lead to sweeping summit views. This guided group tour includes admission and transfers—cable car rides are optional.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A pre-dawn shuttle drops the group at the base and the mountain rises like a folded shore ahead: granite ridgelines cut against pale sky, pines clinging to near-vertical rock, and clouds pooling in the valleys like slow water. On this one-day loop, hikers move between stone steps and carved paths, the wind on exposed summits urging them forward.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9–10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with a moderate level of fitness who can manage extended stair climbs and short steep sections.
Wildlife
History
Huangshan has been a cultural touchstone for Chinese landscape painting and poetry since the Song dynasty; many trails and inscriptions date to historic pilgrimages and scholar-travelers.
Conservation
The area is a protected national park with strict waste and trail-use policies—stay on marked paths, pack out trash, and avoid feeding wildlife.
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Bring layered clothing
Summit temperatures can drop quickly; pack a warm mid-layer and a windproof shell.
Hydrate and snack often
Carry at least 1.5–2 liters of water and compact high-energy snacks for sustained elevation and stair climbs.
Plan for cable car costs
Cable car is optional (~CNY 80 each way); factor cash and queue time into your schedule to save time or energy.
Watch footing on wet granite
Stone steps and slabs become very slippery in damp conditions—use trekking poles if you have them.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Good tread and ankle support help on long stone steps and wet granite.
Light rain shell
Protects against sudden showers and wind at higher elevations.
2L hydration system or bottles
Sustains energy on long climbs where water sources are limited.
Trekking poles
Reduce knee strain on descents and improve stability on uneven steps.