A Stroll Through Rain City…

4-Day 3-Night Travel Guide for Ya'an (Budget: 3000 RMB)
1. Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrive in Ya'an, city tour
Day 2: Visit Bifengxia Scenic Area
Day 3: Explore Mengding Mountain Tea Culture Area
Day 4: Return to the city, relax and wrap up
Detailed Itinerary
[Seat]Day 1: Arrive in Ya'an, city tour
Morning:

Transportation: Depart from your city by high-speed train or long-distance bus to Ya'an (ticket about 100-200 RMB, depending on departure location)
Accommodation: Choose an economy hotel or youth hostel in the city center (about 150-200 RMB/night)
Noon:

Taste Ya'an specialties: Ya fish, pickled vegetables, tofu pudding (about 50 RMB per person)
Afternoon:

Ya'an City Museum: Learn about Ya'an’s history and culture (free)
Yucheng District Pedestrian Street: Experience local life and buy unique handicrafts
Evening:

Enjoy night market snacks in the city (about 50 RMB per person)
Budget Summary:

Transportation: 200 RMB
Accommodation: 200 RMB
Meals: 150 RMB
Tickets: 0 RMB
Others: 50 RMB
**Total:** About 650 RMB
[Skier]Day 2: Bifengxia Scenic Area Day Trip
Morning:

After breakfast (near the hotel, about 20 RMB)
Take a bus or charter a car (budget: 50 RMB) to Bifengxia (about 50 km away)
All day:

Explore Bifengxia Scenic Area (entrance fee about 100 RMB)
Experience canyon rafting, waterfall viewing, forest hiking
Bring a simple lunch (convenient and saves money, budget: 30 RMB)
Evening:

Return to the city and stay at the same hotel as the previous night
Budget Summary:

Transportation: 50 RMB
Tickets: 100 RMB
Lunch: 30 RMB
Accommodation: 200 RMB
Others: 50 RMB
**Total:** About 430 RMB
[Mountain]Day 3: Mengding Mountain Tea Culture Area
Morning:

After breakfast (20 RMB)
Take a bus or taxi (budget: 30 RMB) to Mengding Mountain (about 20 km away)
All day:

Visit Mengding Mountain Tea Culture Museum and tea gardens (entrance fee about 50 RMB)
Experience tea picking and tea making, immerse in tea culture (free or small experience fee)
Bring lunch or have a light meal in the scenic area (budget: 30 RMB)
Afternoon:

Stroll among the tea mountains and enjoy the natural scenery
Return to the city by car
Evening:

Have dinner in the city (about 50 RMB per person)
Budget Summary:

Transportation: 30 RMB
Tickets: 50 RMB
Lunch: 30 RMB
Accommodation: 200 RMB
Dinner: 50 RMB
Others: 20 RMB
**Total:** About 380 RMB
[Sunrise]Day 4: Relaxed Ending, City Walk + Return Trip
Morning:

Free time in the city, visit local markets, buy unique handicrafts or tea
Noon:

Enjoy your last local meal (about 50 RMB per person)
Afternoon:

Arrange transportation for your return trip (ticket about 100-200 RMB)
Budget Summary:

Transportation: 200 RMB
Meals: 50 RMB
Others: 50 RMB
Budget Overview
Item Costs (RMB)
Transportation (round trip + city) about 650 RMB
Accommodation (3 nights) about 600 RMB
Meals about 600 RMB
Tickets and scenic experiences about 200 RMB
Other expenses about 150 RMB
Total about 2200 RMB
**Remaining Budget (about 800 RMB)** can be used for buying souvenirs, upgrading accommodation, or adding extra attractions.

Tips
Book transportation and accommodation in advance to enjoy discounts
Bring some snacks and water to save on meals
Watch for discounted or combo tickets at scenic spots
Pay attention to weather changes and prepare suitable clothing
Experience local tea culture and enjoy Ya'an’s natural and cultural charm
Wishing you a pleasant stay in Ya'an!