Lushan 3 Days 2 Nights Complete Guide

Lushan 3 Days 2 Nights Travel Guide (Budget 3000 RMB)
Destination Introduction:
Lushan County is located in Pingdingshan City, Henan Province, on the eastern foothills of the Funiu Mountains. It boasts rich tourism resources, including famous attractions such as Yaoshan Mountain, Huamei Valley, and the Central Plains Giant Buddha. It is an excellent place for leisure vacations, summer retreats, and health preservation.
Itinerary:
Day 1:

Morning: Arrive in Lushan and check into the hotel (Recommended: Lushan Hot Spring Resort Hotel, about 400 RMB/night).
Afternoon: Visit Huamei Valley Scenic Area (ticket 80 RMB), enjoy the canyon scenery, and experience the glass plank road (additional 50 RMB).
Evening: Taste local specialties such as Lushan Pot Stew and Lamb Noodle Soup (about 50 RMB per person).

Day 2:

Morning: Visit Yaoshan Scenic Area (ticket 100 RMB), hike and enjoy the views, and visit the Yao Emperor Temple.
Afternoon: Experience Yaoshan rafting (about 150 RMB), feel the thrill and coolness.
Evening: Return to the hotel and relax in the hot springs.

Day 3:

Morning: Visit the Central Plains Giant Buddha Scenic Area (ticket 120 RMB), admire the world's largest Buddha statue, and experience Buddhist culture.
Afternoon: Visit Wenshu Temple (ticket 50 RMB), appreciate ancient architecture and Buddhist art.
Evening: Return trip.

Budget Details:

Transportation: Round-trip transportation costs depend on the departure location; it is recommended to reserve 500 RMB.
Accommodation: 2 nights in a hotel about 800 RMB.
Meals: 3 days of meals about 450 RMB.
Tickets: Huamei Valley 80 RMB + Yaoshan 100 RMB + Central Plains Giant Buddha 120 RMB + Wenshu Temple 50 RMB = 350 RMB.
Others: Glass plank road 50 RMB + rafting 150 RMB + other miscellaneous expenses about 200 RMB = 400 RMB.
Total: About 3000 RMB.

Travel Tips:

Lushan has a pleasant climate suitable for travel all year round, with spring and autumn being the best seasons.
There is a large temperature difference in the mountainous area, so it is recommended to bring warm clothing.
Pay attention to safety, especially during rafting and hiking.
Respect local customs and traditions.

Optional Itinerary:

If time permits, you can add an extra day to visit Longtan Gorge Scenic Area or Liuyang Mountain Scenic Area.
If the budget allows, you can choose higher-end hotels or experience more entertainment activities.

Wish you a pleasant trip!