Come to Gupo Mountain to breathe fresh air and cleanse your lungs, enjoy the slow life!

Hezhou Gupo Mountain 2 Days 1 Night Travel Guide (Budget 2000 RMB)
Suitable for: Nature lovers, family trips, couples
Theme: Forest hiking + hot spring relaxation + Yao ethnic culture experience

📅 Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrive in Hezhou → Gupo Mountain National Forest Park → Forest hiking → Check in at hot spring hotel
Day 2: Xiangu Waterfall → Fang Family Tea Garden → Huangyao Ancient Town (optional) → Return trip

💰 Budget Allocation (2 people, 1000 RMB per person)

Item
Cost (2 people)
Notes

Transportation
600-800 RMB
High-speed train/self-driving + local taxi

Accommodation
400-600 RMB
Hot spring resort hotel/unique homestay

Tickets + Sightseeing Bus
200 RMB
Gupo Mountain entrance + park shuttle

Meals
300 RMB
Local specialties + simple meals

Others
200 RMB
Hot spring tickets/souvenirs

🚗 Day 1: Immerse in Nature and Hot Spring Therapy
Morning:

Transportation: Take high-speed train from Guangzhou/Nanning to Hezhou (ticket about 100-200 RMB per person, 2-3 hours), taxi to Gupo Mountain scenic area (about 50 RMB per car).
Attractions: Gupo Mountain National Forest Park (entrance 60 RMB per person, sightseeing bus 15 RMB per person).

Recommended route: Xiangu Village → Lover’s Forest → Jiutian Canyon (about 2 hours hiking, healing streams and bamboo forest along the way).

Noon:

Lunch: Simple meals inside the park or bring your own food (about 30 RMB per person).

Afternoon:

Hiking: Climb to the top of Gupo Mountain (altitude 1730 meters, round trip takes 4-5 hours, sightseeing bus available for those with less stamina).
Hot spring relaxation: Check in at Hezhou Hot Spring Resort in the evening (about 300-500 RMB per night, includes private hot spring), relieve fatigue.

Evening:

Dinner: At the hot spring hotel or nearby farmhouse restaurant (recommended dishes: Huangtian braised pork, stuffed tofu, about 50 RMB per person).

🌿 Day 2: Waterfall, Tea Garden, and Ancient Town Stroll
Morning:

Xiangu Waterfall: Fewer people early morning, perfect for photos (direct sightseeing bus access).
Fang Family Tea Garden: Free tasting of Hezhou green tea, experience tea picking (tea leaves available for purchase as gifts, 50-100 RMB per box).

Noon:

Lunch: Farmhouse restaurant at the park entrance (recommended bamboo tube rice, oil tea, about 40 RMB per person).

Afternoon:

Option A: Stop by Huangyao Ancient Town before returning (1-hour drive, entrance 80 RMB per person, cobblestone streets + ancient houses for photos).
Option B: Return directly (buy Hezhou’s three treasures near the train station: water chestnut powder, red melon seeds, green plum wine).

💡 Money-saving Tips

Transportation: For groups, renting a car (150 RMB/day) is more cost-effective than taxis.
Tickets: Buy Gupo Mountain combo tickets online in advance (entrance + sightseeing bus about 70 RMB).
Accommodation: Hot spring hotel prices are lower on non-holidays, or choose homestays outside the park (200 RMB/night).

📌 Notes

Wear non-slip shoes for hiking, bring mosquito repellent and rain gear.
Book hot spring hotels in advance, they fill up quickly in peak season.
Huangyao Ancient Town is free after 5 PM (but some attractions close).

✨ Total cost control: If choosing budget accommodation + simple meals, cost can be reduced to 800 RMB per person; for a more comfortable experience, 2000 RMB is enough for a light luxury trip for two!

Wish you a refreshing lung cleanse and slow life enjoyment at Gupo Mountain! 🌲♨️