Hidden Gem Changshou Mountain in Henan: 3 Days 2 Nights Private Itinerary Revealed!

Changshou Mountain is truly an underrated treasure! Just got back and already flooded with requests for the itinerary, so here’s the perfect 3-day 2-night plan for you～ Mountain scenery + culture all in one, my girlfriends are raving about how fun it is!✨

🎒Day 1: First Exploration of Changshou Mountain
⏰8:00-11:00 Check in at the scenic area entrance
📍Address: Changshou Mountain Scenic Area, Zhulin Town, Gongyi City
🌟Tips: The huge mountain gate is perfect for photos📸 Wearing Hanfu makes the shots even better! Tickets are currently 60 RMB/person in peak season~
🚗Transportation: Recommended to drive (1.5h from Zhengzhou) or carpool

🍚11:30-13:30 Farmhouse meal at the foot of the mountain
✨Recommended spot: The wild vegetable scrambled eggs and native chicken soup at "Changshou Farmhouse" are amazing! Around 50 RMB per person for a super satisfying meal💯
🚶5-minute walk, booking in advance is recommended～

🌳14:00-18:00 Hiking trail stroll
About 3 hours total, suggest buying a hiking stick (15 RMB)! There are 3 stunning viewing platforms along the way, the second one offers the best angle for sunset photos🌇

🏡19:00 Stay at a mid-mountain guesthouse
Recommended: "Yunqi Mountain Residence" panoramic room! You can watch the sunrise right from your bed🌅 Around 500+ RMB/night in peak season, book early!

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🌄Day 2: Deep Cultural Experience
⛩7:00-11:00 Temple tour
Focus on visiting Song Dynasty ancient temples! The peace amulets are very effective🙏 Wear comfortable shoes, lots of stone steps~

🍜11:30 Vegetarian temple meal experience
15 RMB per person, very filling! Highly recommend tofu soup with vegetarian buns, light and healthy🍃

💦14:00-17:00 Waterfall visit
Water volume is huge and spectacular during the rainy season! Remember to bring a raincoat (10 RMB sold in the park, a bit pricey) and be careful of slippery steps⚠️

✨19:00 Stargazing at the guesthouse
The owner provides a telescope🔭 During the Milky Way season, you can see countless stars with the naked eye!

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🌈Day 3: Perfect Finale
🌅5:00-8:00 Hike to the summit to see the sea of clouds
1-hour hike to the top! Suggest bringing a self-heating hotpot for breakfast🥘 The sea of clouds and sunrise are breathtakingly beautiful!

🍡9:30-11:30 Snack street spree
Roasted sweet potatoes 5 RMB each, candied hawthorn skewers 3 RMB each! Don’t miss the local specialty persimmon cakes🍯

🚌13:00 Happy return trip
Scenic area shuttle bus directly to Zhengzhou (35 RMB/person), about 2 hours~

⚠️Must-have checklist:
1️⃣Non-slip hiking shoes (some sections are steep)
2️⃣Light down jacket (big temperature difference between day and night)
3️⃣Power bank (you won’t stop taking photos)

This trip only cost about 800+ RMB per person! Ridiculously cost-effective! Girls, let’s go!!💨