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Escape the ordinary this Chinese New Year and step into a living painting.
This 3-day journey from Shanghai transports you to the heart of Anhui Province, where mystical Taoist mountains, timeless Hui-style villages, and the vibrant, authentic traditions of a Spring Festival celebration intertwine to create an unforgettable cultural immersion. Glide through shimmering waters on bamboo rafts, hike in the daoist mountain Qiyun, join the fish lantern show parade, try your hand at traditional paper-cutting, and let the rhythms of culture, nature, and festivity carry you through an unforgettable three-day Spring Festival journey.

✨ Highlights
🎇 Celebrate an Authentic Chinese New Year's Eve
Da Tie Hua (Iron Flower) is a traditional Chinese folk performance that dates back over a thousand years.Streams of molten iron are cast into the sky, exploding into brilliant fireworks that light up the darkness — a powerful symbol of renewal, blessing, and the arrival of the New Year.

🏔️ Explore Sacred Qiyun Mountain
Ascend to explore this sacred Taoist mountain, famed for its red cliffs, ancient inscriptions, and temples seemingly floating among the clouds.

🏯 Cultural Adventures in Ancient Towns
Wander through ancient Anhui-style village along peaceful waterways and traditional architecture. Experience hands-on intangible cultural heritage activities like paper-cutting.

Trip Inquiry:
Telephone/WhatsAPP:0086 15001791355
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Email: [(mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com)]

🗺️ Itinerary
🕙 Day 1 | Shanghai – Qiyun Town (Chinese New Year’s Eve)
Before 07:15: Meet at the designated location in Shanghai
07:30–14:30: Bus departure to Qiyun Town
(Lunch at highway service areas at your own expense)
14:30–15:00: Hotel check-in and short rest
15:30–17:30: Transfer to the Hengjiang River for a bamboo rafting experience, enjoying the peaceful waters and mountain scenery
17:30–19:00: Chinese New Year’s Eve celebration dinner in Qiyun Town
19:00 onwards: Free exploration of Qiyun Town on New Year’s Eve. Interact with festive NPC characters, enjoy the spectacular Da Tie Hua (Molten Iron Flower) performance, admire fireworks under lantern-lit streets.

🍽️ Dinner
🏨 Trip.com 4 star hotel

🕙 Day 2 | Qiyun Mountain & Intangible Cultural Heritage
Before 09:00: Breakfast at the hotel
09:00: Meet and walk to Qiyun Mountain Scenic Area (approx. 8 minutes)
09:00–15:00: Begin hiking through Qiyun Mountain, one of China’s renowned Taoist sacred mountains (Cable car available for those who prefer a lighter option)
*Please remember to prepare your own picnic lunch🥪
15:00: Descend the mountain and return to Qiyun Town
15:30: Short rest at the hotel, followed by a hands-on intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting workshop
18:00: Enjoy a local specialty dinner
19:00 onwards: Free evening activities
Optional visit to Qiyun Town for Spring Festival special performances and festive night scenery

🍽️ Breakfast; Dinner
🏨 Trip.com 4 star hotel

🕙 Day 3 | Xixinan Ancient Village – Return to Shanghai
Before 09:00: Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
09:30–10:30: Meet and depart for Xixinan Ancient Village
10:30–12:00: Free exploration of Xixinan Ancient Village, known for its ancient bridges, waterways, and traditional Huizhou-style architecture
12:00–13:00: Group lunch featuring local cuisine
13:00: Bus departure for return journey to Shanghai
19:30: Estimated arrival at Jing’an Temple, Shanghai

🍽️ Breakfast; lunch

Destination: Qiyun Mountain Village, Anhui Province
Date: 16-18th February 2026（3d2n in CNY Holiday)
Price: 2590rmb/person
(children discount please contact us for quotes)
Group size: 10 - 30 people
Accommodation: Trip.com 4 star hotel
Bus Pick Up: 7:15am at 1788 Square West Nanjing Road, Jing'an Temple Area
Hiking difficulty level: ★★☆☆☆☆ Easy-moderate
Qiyun Mountain rises 585 meters, with some trails where trekking poles are recommended. Cable cars are available for those preferring a gentler ascent or descent.

What's included in the price:
✅ tour bus to and from Shanghai
✅ 2 night's accommodation in 4* Hotel *double occupancy
✅ 2 breakfast; 1 lunch; 2 dinner
✅ english speaking tour leader and local hiking guide
✅ all entrance and activity fees listed in the itinerary
✅ travel insurance
✅ daily water and first-aid kit

What's not included in the price:
❌ Single room supplement: 950rmb
❌ Day 1&2 lunch
❌ Your other personal expenses

What to Pack

  • Your original id card or passport for hotel check in.
  • Backpack, change of clothes, outdoor winter jacket, anti-slippery hiking shoes, alpenstock, toiletries, thermal mug, tissue and wipes
  • Mobile phone and relating chargers.
  • Picnic Lunch for Day 2, high-energy snacks (chocolate, energy bars, etc.), fruit and other snacks

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