3 Days 2 Nights Exploring Guangyuan｜Shu Road Culture + Stunning Autumn Scenery Check-in Guide!

Autumn in Guangyuan is truly breathtaking! 🍂 The cool October breeze makes it the perfect time to explore Shu Road culture and encounter beautiful autumn landscapes～ This detailed guide will help you navigate Guangyuan without getting lost! ✨

🏰 Day 1: In-depth Shu Road Culture Tour
🌄 Morning | Jianmen Pass
📍 Address: Xiashi Town, Jiange County, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province
⏰ Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00 (Reservation recommended!)
💰 Ticket: ¥100
🚗 Transportation: Self-drive navigation to "Jianmen Pass Scenic Area" or round-trip charter (about ¥300)
The "One man guards the pass, ten thousand cannot open" Jianmen Pass, 🍁 with red leaves covering the mountains, is simply stunning! Wear sports shoes 👟, about a 3-hour hike～ Don’t miss the glass viewing platform for photo ops! 📸

🍽️ Noon | Jianmen Tofu Feast
📍 Recommended Restaurant: Jianmen Pass Tofu King
⏰ Hours: 11:00-14:00
"Not eating the tofu feast is like not visiting Jianmen Pass!" The "Pregnant Tofu" soaks up the broth, and the "Pocket Tofu" is crispy outside and tender inside. Around ¥50 per person to eat until full 😋

🌲 Afternoon | Cuiyun Corridor
⏰ Open: 8:00-17:30
💰 Ticket: ¥50
🚌 Transportation: Shuttle bus from Jianmen Pass Scenic Area
Stroll along the thousand-year-old cypress plank road, where red, yellow, and green intertwine in autumn—a divine color palette! 🌈 Every photo looks like wallpaper quality～

🏨 Evening Accommodation
Recommended: Guangyuan Jialing River International Hotel
📍 Address: Dongba Binjiang Road, Lizhou District, Guangyuan City
💰 Price: ¥300+/night
Rooms facing the Jialing River 🌉, the night view is absolutely stunning!

🌄 Day 2: Nature Scenery Adventure Day
🏞 Morning | Mingyue Gorge
📍 Address: Chaotian District, Guangyuan City
⏰ Open: 8:00-18:00
💰 Ticket: ¥80
A train runs through the canyon 🚂, and the autumn foliage is spectacular. Wearing bright clothes is recommended for better photos! 📷

🍜 Noon | Guangyuan Cold Noodles
📍 Must-try: Empress Cold Noodles
⏰ Hours: 10:00-14:00
Sour and spicy cold noodles with bean sprouts, only ¥10 to get the Empress’s favorite! 👑

🛕 Afternoon | Qianfo Cliff
📍 Address: Lizhou District, Guangyuan City
⏰ Open: 9:00-17:00
💰 Ticket: ¥50
Over 7,000 Buddha statues carved into the grottoes, with stunning Tang Dynasty sculptures! It’s recommended to hire a guide (¥80) to deeply understand Buddhist culture 🙏

🌙 Evening | Jialing River Night Tour
The night market food street is lively! 🌉 Enjoy the riverside breeze with special ice jelly, very comfortable～

🏯 Day 3: Ancient City Slow Life
⛩ Morning | Zhaohua Ancient City
📍 Address: Zhaohua District, Guangyuan City
⏰ Open: 8:00-18:00
💰 Ticket: ¥60
Walking through this thousand-year-old ancient city is so atmospheric! Rent a Hanfu for photos 👘, and don’t miss the ancient city fish + stir-fried cured meat with bamboo shoots!

🛍 Afternoon Before Departure:
Souvenir Recommendations: Guangyuan Walnuts ¥30/jin, Qingchuan Wood Ear Mushrooms ¥50/bag

📌 Useful Tips:
1️⃣ Big temperature difference in October, remember to bring a jacket 🧥
2️⃣ Walking is required in scenic spots, wear comfortable sports shoes 👟
3️⃣ Jianmen Pass tofu can be vacuum-packed to take away 🎁

💰 Total Budget: Around ¥800-1000 per person (including food, accommodation, and transportation)
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