Light Foot · Yandang Secret Realm | Cross the Jinzhu Gorge and the Youhe Valley to enjoy the wonders of Yandang

Day 1 Shanghai → Yandangshan Town

All day

10:45 Everyone gathered at the designated location of China-TravelNote and signed in.

We set off promptly at 11:00. Along the way, staff briefed us on the activities and team members, and we played interactive games, filling the entire journey with laughter and joy...

After about 5 hours, we arrived at Yandangshan Town in Wenzhou. Tourists can take a shower and sleep, recharge their energy and prepare for the crossing tomorrow.

Driving time: about 5-6 hours

Note: Today's driving time is long, it is recommended to bring some snacks to eat on the way

Day 2: Yandangshan Town → Huanshan Village → Swallowtail Waterfall → Flame Mountain → Yandangshan Town

All day

After breakfast, we took a bus to Huanshan Village, the starting point of the hike, at around 8:30. After arriving at the starting point, we were ready to start today’s leisure hiking trip!

Starting from Huanshan Village, we pass through a quiet path and then start to go up the mountain. Along the way, there are mountain streams, plank roads and stone bridges. It is very suitable for hiking.

Going further, you will reach the quiet Swallow Tail Waterfall. The environment around the waterfall is beautiful and the water is cool. Ordinary tourists know little about this place. It is an indispensable niche check-in spot in Yandang Mountain.

Passing by the Flaming Mountain, crossing creeks and mountain streams, and passing by the tall green bamboos on the mountain path, we arrived at the Jinzhu Stream, which is sparsely populated and has beautiful scenery.

Finally arrived, ending today's relaxing and enjoyable hiking trip.

Return to the hotel by bus at approximately 16:00 for a short rest or to explore the surrounding areas of Yandangshan Town.

As evening wears on, you can slowly admire the ever-changing beauty of Hezhang Peak, Rhinoceros Peak, and Shuangsun Peak in the hazy twilight. The ultimate beauty of Yandang lies in the nightscape of Lingfeng Peak, which changes with every step. After enjoying the Lingfeng nightscape, return to town, where you'll find dozens of late-night snack shops, offering excellent local seafood. After a satisfying meal and drinks, return to your hotel for a restful night, anticipating tomorrow's exploration of Yandang Mountain.

Hiking: The whole day is a 12km hike with a cumulative climb of about 500m. The road conditions are mainly ancient roads with a gentle slope.

Note: Lingfeng entrance fee is 45 yuan.

Day 3 Juexing Temple → Lingyan Scenic Area → Shanghai

All day

Have breakfast at the hotel in the morning and then take a bus to the starting point of the hike at around 8:30. After a short rest, start the hike.

Under the guidance of the team leader, we walked up the mountain along the path, passed a secluded mountain road, and continued our hike in the quiet and quaint surroundings.

Then we arrived at Lingyan Scenic Area. The plank road is surrounded by beautiful mountains and clear waters. Here we can visit Longbi Cave and go deep into Wolong Pond. The water of Wolong Pond is clear and goldfish swim in it, as if floating.

You can also check in at the Wolong Valley Glass Plank Road. Friends who are afraid of heights can walk on the inside.

Then we went down to the scenic area. Interested friends can go to watch the high-altitude acrobatic performances performed every day in the scenic area.

During the holidays, scenic spots may implement safety measures such as flow restrictions, and the actual hiking route may be adjusted.

After the hike, we went to have lunch around 12:00.

Return by bus at around 13:30.

We arrived in Shanghai around 18:30. We said goodbye with tears in our eyes and look forward to meeting again next time.

Driving time: about 5-6 hours

Hiking: Today's total hike is 5km, and the road conditions include mountain paths, steps, and scenic plank roads.

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Yandang Mountain, renowned for its breathtaking beauty, is known as "a famous mountain on the sea, the most beautiful in the world." Historically, it's been called "the first mountain in southeastern China." The main part of the mountain lies on the northeastern coast of Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, with a smaller portion located in the southern part of Wenling, Taizhou City. Formed 120 million years ago, Yandang Mountain is a Cretaceous rhyolite volcano in the Pacific Rim volcanic belt. The Zai Jing Tang Collection states: "Yandang Mountain is divided into North Yandang Mountain and South Yandang Mountain by the Oujiang River fault. Based on the scenic location, it is divided into North Yandang Mountain, South Yandang Mountain, West Yandang Mountain, East Yandang Mountain, and Central Yandang Mountain." The excavation of the mountain began during the Southern and Northern Dynasties, flourished in the Tang Dynasty, and reached its peak in the Song Dynasty. Literati and poets throughout the ages have flocked to the area, including Xie Lingyun, Shen Kuo, Xu Xiake, Zhang Daqian, Guo Moruo, and Chen Zhisui, all of whom left poems and calligraphy.