80 RMB Xin'an River + Qiandao Lake Bargain Guide After Huangshan

Departure Point: Shexian Shendugang For those who have toured Huangshan and Huizhou Ancient City and want to relax with a one-day trip while enjoying beautiful scenery, this route offers excellent value✨ For just 80 RMB, you can experience the morning mist of Xin'an River and the magnificent views of Qiandao Lake. 🚢 Itinerary ▫️ Departure: Shexian Shendugang (Ancient Huizhou Old Wharf, great for morning mist photos) ▫️ Departure Time: 8:00 AM, please plan to arrive early ▫️ Scenic Spots Along the Way: From the winding mountains and waters of Xin'an River to the expansive lake views of Qiandao Lake, with river mist around the mountains and egrets flying low. Two stops en route: Meifeng Island: Take the cable car to the top (or hike), enjoy panoramic island views from the observation deck, the "true face of the Thousand Islands" is truly stunning Moonlight Island: A love-themed island, you can choose to take a rowboat tour on the lake for a super healing experience 💰 Costs - Boat Ticket: 80 RMB (includes round-trip boat ride + free admission to Qiandao Lake from November 1 to December 31, 2025) - Meifeng Cable Car: 60 RMB/person, Moonlight Island Rowboat: 40 RMB/person, Xin'an Eight Bowls lunch on the boat: 40 RMB. Prepare snacks in advance; if you skip the cable car and rowboat, you only need to spend 80 RMB for this cross-province trip. Transportation Guide 🚙: Take the high-speed train 🚄 from Huangshan North to Shexian North Station, then taxi to Shendugang, or taxi from Huizhou Ancient City to Shendugang. Tips: 1. Qiandao Lake admission is free until the end of the year, so grab this bargain quickly 2. It can be windy on the water, bring a light jacket for morning and evening 3. Wear light-colored clothes for better photos 4. You can stay overnight in Shendu Town in advance and visit the Yangchan Tulou nearby, a great alternative to Huangling in Wuyuan, Jiangxi. It’s not commercialized and very photogenic.