A must-visit summer retreat in Henan: a three-day tour of Luoyang Luanchuan

As summer temperatures gradually rise
Make plans with friends to escape the heat in the mountains
Luanchuan is considered a summer retreat in Henan
With mountain springs, dense forests, and ancient towns
I had only heard of Mount Laojun before
But after a three-day visit
I discovered many hidden travel gems
Here's a three-day itinerary to share
Day1️⃣
Jiguan Cave
A 2h drive from Luoyang high-speed train station, the scenery from the park entrance to the cave is also beautiful. You can take a sightseeing bus, and Jiguan Cave maintains a constant temperature of 18 degrees year-round, marveling at nature's masterful creation
Bamboo Sea Wildlife Park
A 40min drive from Jiguan Cave, with pandas and other wildlife, you can also feed lions and tigers from a beast vehicle, and the cable car ride above the mountains offers a delightful view of endless greenery
🏠 Guandi Valley Homestay
Close to the Bamboo Sea Wildlife Park, with antique facilities, it feels like a hidden retreat in the mountains, a paradise in the midst of nature
Day2️⃣
Tang Poetry Art Museum
A culturally rich art museum focusing on calligraphy works, the exhibits are exquisite and stylish, and it's also a great place for photography
Chongdugou
Divided into West Gully and South Gully, West Gully features waterfalls and a homestay district with clear and cool water, while South Gully has canyon trails as the main attraction, with a total walking time of about 5 hours up and down, or you can choose to take a slide or cableway.
🏠 Chuan Art Hotel
Located within the Chongdugou scenic area, it's perfect for an overnight stay during a two-day visit to Chongdugou, with a design-oriented white building nestled among green waters and mountains. The hotel's backyard is a campable mountain landscape, and each room offers a different layout and living experience.
Day 3️⃣
Mount Laojun
How can you miss Mount Laojun when in Luanchuan? The ten-mile scenic corridor offers beautiful landscapes, with both unique rocks and a sea of clouds fairyland. The temperature on the mountain is also relatively low, making it very suitable for summer retreats
Return trip
🍜Cuisine
When in Luanchuan, be sure to try the 'Eight Great Bowls' at least once, where you can experience a variety of Luanchuan's special dishes in one meal