Effortless and relaxing, the cable car takes you straight to the mountaintop, perfect for lazy travelers and hiking beginners.

⛰️ Qiyun Mountain Travel Guide is here! ⬇️ 📅 Best Time to Visit - Spring & Autumn (Mar-May, Sep-Nov): Pleasant temperatures, frequent sea of clouds, ideal for hiking. - Summer (Jun-Aug): A summer retreat, 5-8°C cooler than the foothills, refreshing and comfortable. - Winter (Dec-Feb): Snow-covered Qiyun Mountain looks like a fairyland, but some trails may be closed. 🌄 Best Time to See the Sea of Clouds: Early morning (6:00-8:00) or right after rain when the sky clears. 🚗 Transportation Guide - High-speed rail: Take it to Huangshan North Station, then a 30-minute taxi ride to the scenic area (about ¥50). - Self-drive: Navigate to "Qiyun Mountain Scenic Area," about 3 hours from Hefei/Hangzhou. Parking is available. - In-scenic area transport: - Cable car (recommended!): Yuehua Cableway goes straight to the summit, ¥60 one-way, ¥100 round-trip. - Hiking: About 1.5 hours, suitable for those who enjoy trekking. 🎫 Tickets & Money-Saving Tips - Ticket: Peak season (Mar-Nov) ¥68, off-season (Dec-Feb) ¥60. - Discounts: Half-price for students/seniors, free for children under 1.2m. - Combo deals: - "Ticket + Cable Car" package (around ¥160, cheaper than buying separately). - "Qiyun Mountain + Huizhou Ancient City" combo ticket (great for travelers with more time). --- 🍜 Food Recommendations - Qiyun Mountain vegetarian cuisine: Taoist health meals, light and delicious. - Huizhou hairy tofu: Crispy outside, tender inside, a must-try local snack! - Stinky mandarin fish: A Huizhou specialty, authentic versions available at foothill farmhouses. - Huangshan sesame cakes: Crispy and tasty, perfect as souvenirs. 🏨 Accommodation Suggestions - Mountain-top stays (ideal for sunrise/sea of clouds): - Xiangfurui Boutique Hotel (traditional-style inn with sea-of-clouds views). - Yuehua Tianjie Inn (stay in a cliffside village, immerse in a Taoist ambiance). - Foothill stays (budget-friendly): - Qiyun Mountain foothill guesthouses (¥100-200/night, convenient for early ascents). 📌 Travel Tips ✔️ Pack light: Bring water, sunscreen, a hat, and wear comfortable sneakers. ✔️ Early rise for sea of clouds: Arrive at the viewing platform by 6 AM for fewer crowds and stunning views. ✔️ Taoist etiquette: Don’t step on temple thresholds, point at statues, or make noise. ✔️ Avoid weekends: Fewer crowds mean better experiences and no photo queues. 🎯 Recommended Itinerary (1-Day Trip) Morning: Cable car up → Pray at Wangxian Tower → Stroll Yuehua Tianjie → Photos at Yuxu Palace Noon: Mountain-top vegetarian meal/packed lunch Afternoon: Explore Xiaohutian → Sea of Clouds Viewing Platform → Hike/cable car down Evening: Enjoy Huizhou cuisine at the foothills before heading back. ✨ Qiyun Mountain—a Jiangnan paradise where you can "cultivate immortality." Start your fantasy adventure now!