Ever dreamt of visiting China? Explore China through your lens on an unforgettable photography adventure! From bustling city streets to majestic mountains immerse yourself in the beauty of China with exclusive private group photography sessions and hands on photography guidance. Join Scott Howes on this once in a lifetime exclusive China Photography trip discovering some of his favourite locations as well learning the in’s and out’s of his photography and editing processes.
Itinerary
DAY 1 : SHANGHAI
Welcome to China! We will meet you at the airport and head to our hotel via private shuttle.
Sunset Photography session at The Bund.
Ride the world’s fastest elevator to the top of the Shanghai Tower, the city’s tallest building, for a bird’s-eye view of Shanghai and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower below. Overnight in Shanghai.
DAY 2 : SHANGHAI & ANCIENT TOWN
Optional Sunrise Photography session at The Bund. Watch the city come alive as the first light of the day reflects over the Huangpu river and Shanghai’s iconic skyline.
Visit Yu Garden, a beautiful classical garden hidden among towering buildings, and hear fascinating stories about its former owner and the dragon wall that nearly caused his downfall.
Enjoy the relaxing time in Zhujiajiao Water Town. Walk over the bridges and by the river, and relax in a rowing boat. This lovely town will make you forget that you are next to a big city.
DAY 3 : HUANGSHAN
After breakfast, take an early fast train to Huangshan.
Spend the rest of day exploring the picturesque streets of Hongcun and Xidi Ancient Villages, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Photograph the stunning reflections of houses and bridges in the lakessurrounding the villages for truly picturesque shots
DAY 4 & 5 : YELLOW MOUNTAINS
After Breakfast we head into the Yellow Mountains and Spend 2 days on Yellow Mountains, hiking, photographing the spectacular granite peaks, mountain layers, unique twisted pine trees and mystical sea of clouds.
We are lucky enough to be staying on the mountains in order to have direct access to photograph at sunrise and sunset.
Visiting in November also gives us a better opportunity for weather conditions as. well as fall foliage.
DAY 6 : XIAPU COUNTY
After sunrise in the Yellow Mountains, we decent the mountain and take a fast train to Fuzhou which is around a 2.5 hour ride.
We will be picked up from Fuzhou train station by our private shuttle and head straight to a mudflat for a sunset photography session.
DAY 7 : MUDFLATS, SEAWEED FARMS & PORTRAIT SESSION
We will head back to the mudfats to capture the sunrise focusing on the seaweed farms and the hill known as Steamed Bun.
After breakfast at the hotel and a short break we visit a nearby village for a private portrait photograph session of fishing net fixing
In the afternoon we drive to a high vantage point to photograph the circle nets at sunset, capturing the transition from high tide to low tide.
DAY 8 : BUFFALO FARMERS
In the morning we photograph Buffalo farmers under a large banyan tree, capturing the magical moment when sun rays filter through the branches.
We will then visit the She minority village and take numerous indoor portraits with locals in a private She people’s museum.
Our final photography session of the day is back on the water as we capture the floating nets with a fisherman on the boat in a small river
DAY 9 : YANGSHUO
We take a morning flight from from Fuzhou to Guilin
After being picked up from the airport by our private shuttle we will drive to our hotel in Yangshuo.
In focus Lightroom & Photoshop editing session with Scott
In the evening, we will capture the breathtaking sunset over the karst mountains in Yangshuo
DAY 10 : CORMORANT FISHERMEN & KAST MOUNTAINS
We start the morning early around 4am and get driven to a secret spot along the Li River to capture stunning mountain reflections and private photography session to photograph a cormorant fisherman at dawn.
Later, enjoy a walk along the Yulong River, capturing the picturesque countryside scenery and iconic karst mountains.
Take a short break in the hotel.
In the afternoon, head to a mountaintop to capture the amazing sunset, featuring classic karst mountain peaks and village rivers. Still to this day this is one of the most incredible sights I have ever seen!
Overnight in Yangshuo
DAY 11 : KAST MOUNTAINS & BUFFALO FARMER & ANCIENT TOWN
Another early start we begin the day with a sunrise photography session at Xianggong Hill. Offering us fantastic views combining of sunrise, karst mountains, and the Li River. A short but steep hike to the top offering serious bang for your buck.
After breakfast we head in to the countryside to for a private photograph session with a Local Buffalo farmer on an picturesque ancient stone bridge in a village, with the stunning backdrop of Karst mountains in the distance.
To end the day we visit a local family in Daxu Ancient Town, where we can capture portraits inside a traditional wooden house, as well as explore and photograph the town’s old streets and historic architecture.
DAY 12 : DEPARTURE DAY
After a magical adventure though China unfortunately our time comes to and end.
After breakfast we will head to Guillin Airport so you can catch your return flight home. Alternatively if you wish to depart from Guilin or carry on your China adventure you may do so.
*Itinerary subject to change based on unforeseen external factors
What to Bring
Camera
Lenses – A variety between 16mm-200mm to cover all bases ( I will also have extra Sony gear with me for those of you wanting to try something different 🙂
Drone (Not necessary but recommended)
Laptop or tablet for editing sessions
Tripod
Mobile Phone – We will set you up with AliPay and WeChat so you can purchase things. Cash is not really a thing in China
A good VPN – I can send you my recommendations on what works for me.
Rain Jacket
Down Jacket
Good shoes you are comfortable in for longer periods/ hiking etc.
Notes
WHATS INCLUDED
11 Nights of accommodation based on 2 people in twin sharing rooms. Single room upgrades are available for an additional supplement .
Breakfast
Road transport within China – Private mini bus (14-17 seater)
2 High-speed trains – Shanghai to Huangshan & Huangshan to Fuzhou
1 flight from Fuzhou to Guilin
Entrance fees to national parks including round-tribe cable car ride in Huangshan
Expenses for local people photography in Xiapu and Guilin
English speaking guides
Private and intimate photoshoots at secret locations
Availability to try the latest camera equipment from Sony
Private Facebook group and zoom calls prior to trip
Lightroom & Photoshop editing session
Photography lessons in the field
WHATS NOT INCLUDED
Your Flights to and from China
Travel insurance
Personal Expenses
Lunch & dinner
Gratuity for local guide and driver
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