I spent three days in Lushan and my spending habits collapsed. Sisters planning to go, be cautious

Lushan 2 Days 1 Night Guide｜About 800 RMB per person💰Summer resort paradise + stunning sea of clouds☁️

✨Why must you visit Lushan before turning 50?

Because it is one of China’s four major summer resorts🌿, with an average summer temperature of only 22°C! Misty mountain peaks, Republic of China-era villas, spectacular waterfalls... every shot looks like a masterpiece📸!

💰Budget reference (800-1000 RMB per person)

✔️ Transportation: High-speed train to Jiujiang Station + taxi/bus up the mountain (about 100 RMB)

✔️ Accommodation: Guling Town guesthouses/hotels (200-400 RMB/night)

✔️ Tickets: Lushan main entrance ticket 160 RMB + sightseeing bus 70 RMB (must buy!)

✔️ Meals: Local specialty dishes 50-80 RMB per person per meal

🔥Must-visit attractions (in route order)

1️⃣ Ruqin Lake + Huajing Park (free)

The lake and mountain scenery is super healing. Bai Juyi once wrote “The earthly April’s blossoms have all faded” here🌸, perfect for walking and taking photos!

2️⃣ Jinxiugu + Xianren Cave (included in ticket)

The cliff plank road is thrilling, and when shrouded in mist it looks like a fairyland☁️. If lucky, you might see wild macaques🐒!

3️⃣ Hanpokou + Wulao Peak (best sunrise spot🌅)

Set off at 4 a.m. to watch the sunrise, the rolling sea of clouds is breathtaking! Hiking Wulao Peak takes about 2 hours with expansive views🏔️.

4️⃣ Sandiequan Waterfall (extra cable car 80 RMB/person)

“You’re not a true Lushan visitor if you haven’t been to Sandiequan!” The 155-meter waterfall is stunning💦, but there are many steps going down, wear comfortable shoes!

🚗2 Days 1 Night Recommended Route

Day 1: Ruqin Lake → Huajing → Jinxiugu → Xianren Cave → Guling Town night view

Day 2: Hanpokou sunrise → Wulao Peak → Sandiequan → Return

🍜Food Recommendations (must-eat in Guling Town)

✔️ Lushan Cloud Mist Tea🍵: Fragrant and refreshing, available at roadside tea stalls!

✔️ Stone Chicken (Stone Frog)🐸: Tender meat, local specialty!

✔️ Bamboo Shoot Braised Pork🎍: Fresh mountain bamboo shoots, perfect with rice!

✔️ Jiujiang Tea Cake🍪: Crispy and sweet, great as a souvenir~

⚠️Tips to Avoid Pitfalls

🔸Big temperature difference on the mountain, bring a light jacket🧥

🔸Sightseeing bus is a must-buy, attractions are far apart🚌

🔸Many steps at Sandiequan, go at your own pace!

🔸Book accommodation early in peak season, Guling Town guesthouses are very popular🏡

✨Lushan is truly worth it! Cool off in summer, watch autumn leaves🍁, enjoy snow scenes in winter❄️, beautiful all year round! Save this and gather your sisters for a trip!