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Brahma Sound Seeking Origin 7 Days · From Huangmei to Guangzhou Full Line
7 days / 6 nights · Huangmei / Lushan / Shaoguan / Guangzhou

Brahma Sound Seeking Origin 7 Days · From Huangmei to Guangzhou Full Line

Huangmei / Lushan / Shaoguan / Guangzhou · 7 days 6 nights · Moderate

Reference Price

$960Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–10 people
IntensityMedium
Best seasonApr–Nov
Traffichigh-speed rail + tour bus
Accommodation3-star hotel + Lushan Guesthouse
Departure MonthApril to November
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Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

All routes are for reference only, the actual route is subject to the explanation of customer service

Including the Five Ancestors Temple completes the 'one flower blooming five petals'.

Day-by-day itinerary7 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Arrived at Huangmei · Wuzu Temple

    DestinationEverywhere→ Huangmei

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Huangmei Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailUpon arrival at Huangmei, a private car picks you up at the airport/station and drops you off at your hotel. Afternoon free time.
    Huangmei, Hubei is the temple of the Fifth Patriarch of Chan, Hongren. Huineng wrote 'Bodhi has no tree' here, marking the division between north and south in Chan Buddhism.
    Fifth Patriarch Temple: The Dongshan Daoist site where Hongren resides. The Holy Mother Hall and White Robe Hermitage ascend the mountain in layers, and the stories of Huineng's rice milling and the transmission of the robe and bowl are all here.
    Meals: Huangmei fish noodles, E'dong stewed soup.
    Tip: Both temples are places for meditation; avoid loud noises; The mountain paths are slippery, so wear non-slip shoes.
    In the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus to Lushan, and stay overnight at Lushan.

  2. DestinationLushan urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Lushan Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailDonglin Temple: Founded by Huiyuan in the Eastern Jin, the birthplace of the Pure Land school, the stories of Huxi Bridge and Sanxiao Hall are all here.
    Huajing and Jinxiu Valley: Classic mountain trails, with sea of clouds and cliff walls in one frame.
    Meals: Lushan Three Stones, Jiujiang Fried Noodles.
    Tip: The weather on the mountain changes quickly, so bring a light jacket; Sandie Spring has many steps (about 3,000 steps); if your knees are not comfortable, just look at Jinxiu Valley.

  3. DestinationLushan → Shaoguan

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Lushan Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Shaoguan
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailMeilu and Villa Clusters: Modern villa architecture, a site of Republic of China history.
    Sandie Spring: The waterfall with the highest drop in Lushan, about 3 hours round trip, so physical fitness needs to be checked by yourself.
    Meals: Lushan Sanshi, Jiujiang fried noodles.
    Tip: The weather on the mountain changes quickly, so bring a light jacket; Sandie Spring has many steps (about 3,000 steps); if your knees are uncomfortable, you can only look at Jinxiu Valley.
    In the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus to Shaoguan, and stay overnight in Shaoguan.

  4. DestinationShaoguan → Guangzhou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Shaoguan Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Guangzhou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailNanhua Temple: The true body of the Sixth Patriarch, the Tang Dynasty Thousand Buddha Kasaya and Empress Wu Zetian's imperial edict are all here, with ancient trees towering inside the temple.
    Yunmen Temple: Located in Ruyuan County, the ancestral temple of the Yunmen Sect, where the tradition of balancing agriculture and Zen remains.
    Danxia Mountain: A World Natural Heritage site, with red sandstone peaks and peaks, lined up alongside the Zen Line.
    Meiguan Ancient Road: At the border of Guangdong and Jiangxi, the main route from the ancient Central Plains into Guangdong.
    Meals: Shaoguan braised pork, stuffed tofu, mountain snail snails.
    Note: The true statue is inside the main hall. Please keep quiet inside and do not take photos of the statue; Vegetarian meals are available inside the temple. In
    the evening, take a high-speed rail or tour bus to Guangzhou and stay overnight there.

  5. DestinationGuangzhou urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Guangzhou Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailGuangxiao Temple: The place where the Sixth Patriarch Huineng was ordained and ordained here. The east and west iron pagodas inside the temple are relics from the Five Dynasties.
    Liurong Temple: The flower pagoda inscribed by Su Dongpo is here; the pagoda can be climbed.
    Meals: Cantonese morning tea, white-cut chicken, roast goose.
    Tip: For morning tea, it's recommended to go between 8 and 10 PM; old establishments require waiting in line; Summer often experiences thunderstorms, so carry an umbrella.

  6. DestinationGuangzhou urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Guangzhou Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailChen Clan Ancestral Hall: The pinnacle of ancestral hall architecture in Guangdong, featuring wood, stone, brick, and gray sculptures.
    Shamian and Shisanhang: The site of a modern concession and former trading house, with arcades and European architecture coexisting.
    Dining: Cantonese dim sum, white-cut chicken, roast goose.
    Tip: It's recommended to go for morning tea between 8 and 10 PM; old brands require a line; Summers often experience thunderstorms, so carry an umbrella.

  7. DestinationGuangzhou → Drop-off at airport/station

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Not included
    Transport
    Private vehicle for transfer to airport/station
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailIn the morning, head to Guangzhou. After settling in, begin the day's itinerary.
    Guangxiao Temple: The place where the Sixth Patriarch Huineng was ordained and ordained again. The east and west iron pagodas inside the temple are relics from the Five Dynasties.
    Liurong Temple: The flower pagoda inscribed by Su Dongpo is located here; the tower body can be climbed.
    Chen Clan Ancestral Hall: The pinnacle of ancestral hall architecture in Guangdong, featuring wood, stone, brick, and plaster sculptures.
    Shamian and Shisanhang: Former sites of modern concessions and trading firms, with arcades and European architecture coexisting.
    Meals: Cantonese dim sum, white-cut chicken, roast goose.
    Tip: For morning tea, it's recommended to visit between 8 and 10 PM; old brands require waiting in line; Summer often experiences thunderstorms, so carry an umbrella.
    Arrange a dedicated shuttle service to the airport or station according to flight or train schedule, then end the tour.
Key facts
Departure pointGather in Huangmei, disperse in Guangzhou
Number of people in a groupSmall group of 2-10 people
Recommended monthApr–Nov
AccommodationThree-Star Hotel Lushan Bed and Breakfast
TrafficHigh-speed Rail Tourist Bus
IntensityMedium

Route Overview

Main Zen Patriarchal Route: Wuzu Temple in Huangmei, Hubei; Donglin Temple in Lushan, Jiangxi; Nanhua Temple in Shaoguan, Guangdong (true body of the Sixth Patriarch); Guangxiao Temple and Six Banyan Trees Temple in Guangzhou. Suitable for travelers with a religious background or those seeking a quiet journey.

The entire trip lasts 7 days, progressing along "Huangmei Wuzu Temple → Lushan Donglin Temple → Shaoguan Nanhua Temple (true body of the Sixth Patriarch) → Guangzhou Guangxiao Temple": Huangmei / Lushan / Shaoguan / Guangzhou. The pace is arranged as "one city per segment," using high-speed rail for intercity travel, with flights for segments exceeding 5 hours.

Destinations on this Route

  • Huangmei: Huangmei in Hubei is the site of the Fifth Patriarch Hongren's practice; the Sixth Patriarch Huineng wrote "Bodhi originally has no tree" here, marking the division of Zen into North and South schools.
  • Lushan: Donglin Temple is at the foot of the mountain, with mountain attractions requiring a full day, so staying on the mountain is recommended.
  • Shaoguan: Half a day at Nanhua Temple, with an additional half-day to a full day for Yunmen Temple or Danxia Mountain.
  • Guangzhou: Half a day for Guangxiao Temple and Six Banyan Trees Temple, half a day each for Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and Shamian, and be sure to leave time for one dim sum meal.

Associated Cultural Series

This route belongs to the Zen Patriarchal Temples・Tracing the Origin of Buddhist Sounds series, with alternative routes of different durations available for comparison.

Costs include

  • Accommodation listed in the itinerary (double occupancy)
  • First entrance tickets to the attractions specified in the itinerary
  • Ground transportation listed in the itinerary (high-speed rail / tour bus / scenic area sightseeing bus)
  • Full-time Chinese-speaking tour guide service
  • Daily breakfast, and meals specified in the itinerary
  • Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • Round-trip international airfare between the place of departure and China
  • Personal visa and document fees
  • Main meals and personal expenses not listed
  • Optional items (cable car, additional boat rides, performances, etc.)
  • Tips for guides and drivers (voluntary)
  • Single room supplement

Booking Reminder

After confirming the itinerary and dates, pay the deposit, and the remaining balance should be paid 15 days before the trip. Cancellation more than 30 days before departure will get a full refund of the deposit, 70% refund for 15-30 days, 50% refund for 7-15 days, and no refund within 7 days. Popular sites such as Mogao Caves and Sanxingdui require real-name reservation, please submit ID information at least 15 days in advance. For seniors over 70 and children under 12, please indicate in the remarks, and we will adjust the daily walking amount.