3 Days Wudang Mountain Tour with Tai Chi Kungfu

Welcome to Wudang Town, the 600+ years old gateway to Wudang Mountain. Your driver will be waiting for your arrival at the airport or train station. Afterwards, they will take you to your well-selected hotel in Wudang Town, located at the foot of Mount Wudang, for check-in. Sleep well in preparation for your Wudangshan Tour tomorrow!

Optional Night Activities: You may watch "A Dream of Wudang" Show, offering various performances between 19:00 and 21:10.

Get to Wudang Mountain:

Flight to Wudangshan: The nearest Shiyan Wudangshan Airport is approximately 30 kilometers from Wudang Mountain, with direct flights to/from major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hangzhou.

High-Speed Train to Wudangshan: Wudangshan West Station is the closest station, just 10 kilometers away, with high-speed trains arriving from Wuhan (approx. 2.5-3.5h), Beijing (6.5h), and Changsha (5h), among others.

After breakfast, explore Yuxu Palace (玉虚宫), known as "First Palace at the Foot of Wudang Mountain." This largest structure in the Wudang complex was built following the symmetrical layout of Forbidden City. During the Ming Dynasty, it symbolized connection between mortal world and mountain's immortal realm, serving as Emperor's first stop for Daoist sacrifices. Wander the preserved central axis and ruins, immerse yourself in serene Daoist atmosphere, and then begin your climb.

Climbing Time: About 4-5 Hours (Sightseeing Bus Included)

Route: Visitor Center - Price Slope - Carefree Valley - Purple Cloud Palace - Nanyan Temple - Return to Foot of the Mountain

Wudang Mountain, designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 1994, is a renowned Daoist sacred mountain and the birthplace of Tai Chi Kungfu. As the only sacred mountain in the heart of the Ming Dynasty emperors, it preserves over 600 years of imperial Daoist palaces and temples built by the Ming royal family. The mountain air is refreshing, and Daoist monks cultivate peaceful spirit. Let's explore Wudang, seek the Dao, and experience its spiritual culture.

First, you will begin with a 20-minute sightseeing bus ride from Visitor Center to Prince Slope (太子坡), the legendary site where the high-ranking Daoist deity, Emperor Zhenwu, abandoned his royal position to cultivate the Dao. Here, you will photograph the famous "Curved Wall," a winding red Wudang landmark, and enter Wuyun Tower to admire the "One Pillar Supporting Twelve Beams," a single architectural marvel upholding five floors for centuries.

Next, a 10-minute sightseeing bus ride takes you to Carefree Valley (逍遥谷), the most pristine and untouched spot on the mountain, which once served as a Daoist retreat. This valley, characterized by deep streams, mountain springs, and small waterfalls, is ideal for light hiking, though you should maintain a safe distance from the wild monkeys you might encounter.

The bus then continues to the must-see Purple Cloud Palace (紫霄宫), the most central and best-preserved Daoist palace. It was designated as the "Celestial Court on Earth" by Ming Emperors and serves as the Daoist heart of Wudang. Be sure to admire the exquisite royal architecture of the main Zixiao Hall with its magnificent triple-eaved roof, and if you are lucky, you may observe resident monks chanting, performing rituals, or practicing Tai Chi Kungfu.

Finally, you will hop off the sightseeing bus for today's last stop at Nanyan Temple (南岩宫), the "First Hanging Palace of Wudang Mountain," where immortals are believed to have ascended. Here, you can visit Fairy Altar (Feisheng Platform) to overlook the mountains and view thrilling Dragon Head Incense platform jutting out from the cliff edge. Following this final stop, you will return to your hotel.

Tips：

• Wear non-slip, comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes.
• Even in summer, it is recommended to bring a light jacket or windbreaker.
• It is advisable to bring your own high-calorie food(such as chocolate, energy bars, etc.) up the mountain. Vegetarians can try the vegetarian meals available on the mountain.

Climbing Time: 2-3 Hours (Sightseeing Bus and Cable Car Included)

Route: Visitor Center - Prince Slope - Qiongtai Palace - Golden Palace - Return to the Wudang Town

After breakfast, let's head to the summit of Wudang Mountain. You will take a sightseeing bus from Visitor Center to Qiongtai Palace (approximately 50 minutes). Qiongtai (琼台)is an important gateway leading to the Golden Peak. From here, you will take a 10-minute cable car ride to a point near the summit, followed by a 15-minute hike to reach the Golden Peak itself.

The Golden Peak (金顶) is the highest point of Wudang Mountain and the spiritual and pilgrimage core of the entire mountain range. Be sure to see Golden Palace at the summit. This gold hall, which is about 5.5 meters high and weighs over 80 tons. It transported from the imperial capital of Beijing over 600 years ago. On a clear day, the Golden Hall can reflect a dazzling light, making for a spectacular sight. Standing here, you can overlook Wudang Mountain's 72 peaks and 36 cliffs, capturing the magnificent feeling of being "on top of the world"!

Next, you can try a 1 to 2-hour Tai Chi lesson given by a Tai Chi expert at the Wudang Kung Fu and Health Academy. Wudang is the home of Tai Chi, a gentle Chinese martial art that helps with stress and sitting too much. Tai Chi is soft, slow, and graceful. Try it to feel calm and balanced, and enjoy a sense of peace. If you want to train for several days or weeks, just let us know!

If you prefer history over martial arts, visit the Wudang Museum, which is like an encyclopedia of Wudang culture. Inside, you'll see a beautiful gold-covered bronze statue of Emperor Zhenwu, which is the spiritual heart of the mountain. You will also see ancient building pieces and official letters from old emperors, helping you fully understand why Wudang is called the "First Immortal Mountain."

After the tour, transfer to Airport/Train Station.

Extend Your Wudang Mountain to Yangtze River Cruise: Wudang Mountain is only a 5-hour fast train ride to the port on the Yangtze River. From there, you can start a 5 Days cruise down the Yangtze River to Chongqing.

It is time to end your 3 Days Wudang Mountain Tour. Thank you for choosing Asia Odyssey Travel for your China tour, and we are always here working for you and hope to see you again for your next trip around China and Asia. Safe journey!