Explore Fenghuang Ancient Town with just 500 RMB per person! Money-saving tips for students, bookmark now～

🏡 Accommodation Recommendations

- Time·First Meeting Inn (Huilongge Popular Homestay)
A European-style mix with Xiangxi charm, super photogenic! Stay for just over 80 RMB per person, with a balcony overlooking the morning mist on the Tuojiang River 🌫️. Remember to book 2 weeks in advance～

- Huxiangyi Youth Hostel (Top Choice for Students)
Full of old courtyard vibes! Beds from 50+ RMB/night, standard rooms 150+ RMB. The owner organizes group meals and night tours, perfect for those shy about socializing 👬

🚗 Transportation Guide

- High-speed train direct to Huaihua South Station → transfer to bus straight to the ancient town (60 RMB/person)

- Direct shuttle from Tongren Airport (80 RMB/person), recommend taking the early bus to arrive by noon and start exploring～

🍜 Must-Try Food

- Wanmu Zhai "Blood Rice Duck" 38 RMB/serving, a Xiangxi specialty you must try!

- Hongqiao Rice Noodles "Beef Noodles" 10 RMB/bowl, warm and comforting～

- Night Market BBQ Street, eat your fill for about 30 RMB per person!

⚠️ Avoid: Riverside restaurants are expensive and disappointing, stick to small shops popular with locals～

📅 Day 1 Itinerary

- 14:00 Tuojiang River Boat Ride 🌊 Buy the nine-scenery combo ticket for great value (148 RMB), drifting past stilted buildings on a black-awning boat is so soothing～

- 16:00 Shen Congwen Former Residence 📖 Capture the literary vibe of "Border Town" in the blue brick courtyard, a must-visit for book lovers!

- 19:00 Hongqiao Night View 🌃 The lights are breathtaking, 10 RMB/person for the second-floor viewing platform, perfect spot for night photos～

- 21:00 Bar Street Party 🎵 Recommend "Primitive Bar," the resident singer is super handsome and the atmosphere is lively～

📅 Day 2 Miao Village Adventure

- 9:00 Laodong Miao Village Day Tour Group 120 RMB including pickup and lunch, experience the Miao family's door-blocking wine ritual, super fun 🍶

- 14:00 Tianlong Gorge Rafting 🌊 A summer must! Bring a change of clothes, you will definitely get wet～

💡 Practical Tips

- The ancient town is free to visit! Don’t believe scalpers who say there’s an entrance fee～

- Bargain Miao costumes for photos down to 30 RMB/hour, compare several places to get a good deal～

- Avoid weekends! Fewer people and empty scenes on weekdays make for better photos 📸

- Bring mosquito repellent! Mosquitoes by the river are fierce, don’t let bites ruin your mood～

💰 Estimated Total Cost

Accommodation 80+ RMB + Transportation 140 RMB + Tickets 148 RMB + Food 100 RMB+, easily done within 500 RMB per person! Students, go for it～ 🌟