The most practical travel guide for Jiangsu in China

Day 1: Xuzhou to Huangshan Departure: Gather at the original Yinzuo Shopping Mall entrance (Pengcheng Road, Xuzhou) by 5:20 AM. The coach departs promptly at 5:30 AM, passing through Huaibei, Suzhou, and Bengbu. The 550km journey takes approximately 6.5 hours. Highlight: Visit Emerald Valley (Feicui Gu) (2.5-hour exploration), renowned for its crystal-clear pools and bamboo forests. The valley's turquoise waters and cinematic landscapes (featured in "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon") make it unforgettable. Accommodation: Stay at a local 2-star hotel. Note that facilities may be basic compared to urban standards. Delays may occur during peak seasons due to traffic or weather conditions. Day 2: Full Huangshan Exploration Hiking Essentials: After breakfast at 6:30 AM, embark on an 8-hour Huangshan adventure. Choose between hiking or cable cars (optional fees apply: Round-trip shuttle bus: 38 RMB Upward cableway: 90 RMB Downward cableway: 80 RMB West Sea Canyon...

Day 1: Shanghai to Yangzhou - Bamboo Gardens & Ancient Alleys 13:00 Meet at Nanjing South Station Gather at McDonald's entrance (North Square) before 13:30. Accessible via Metro Lines 1/3/S1/S3 (Exit 9/10). Pro tip: Choose trains arriving at Nanjing South Station for convenience. 15:30 Ge Garden Exploration Enter China's bamboo paradise where 60+ bamboo varieties create living art. Marvel at the Four Seasons Rock Formation - winter snow scenes carved from white Xuan stones, summer clouds in gray Taihu rocks. Allow the zigzagging corridors to reveal hidden courtyards. 17:00 Dongguan Street Time Travel Walk through 1,200 years of history on this 1,122m Ming-Qing street. Don't miss: • Yangzhou rubbing art at Xie Fuchun Shop (est. 1875) • Four Beauties Huishan Clay Figurines • Local snack: Try "Three Knives Culture" - culinary knives, pedicure blades, and barber's razors symbolizing local trades. Day 2: Yangzhou to Nanjing - Lakes & Holy Mountai...