5-Day Nanchang-Lushan Itinerary: A Detailed Guide to Make the Most of Your Trip
by SportsEnthusiastExtra
Dec 19, 2024
Winter is a must to visit Lushan to see the rime ice and snow scenery!!
Who says there’s no fairyland in the south?! We southerners can also enjoy northern snow scenes! ❄⛄
Many friends missed the heavy snow in Lushan in March...
Now save this guide! It will take you to the most cost-effective snow-viewing holy land this winter!
Locals say it’s an absolutely beautiful winter wonderland with romance levels maxed out! ✨
🌟【Best Snow Viewing Period】
Late December to mid-March
⚠️ Important reminder: Be sure to check the weather 10 days in advance! The Lushan Meteorological Station website is the most accurate~
📢 Good news! I’ve created a 【Real-time Snow Viewing Group】to notify you instantly of the first snow this year!
🚗【Transportation Guide】
📍Address: Lushan Scenic Area, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province
🚄 High-speed train from Guangdong:
Guangzhou South/Shenzhen North → Jiujiang Station (5-6 hours)
After getting off, take a taxi 20 minutes to the cable car lower station (about 30 RMB)
🚠 Must take the cable car! Lushan Cableway reaches the summit in 10 minutes, super safe in snowy weather!
🚫 Self-driving warning: Must equip snow chains! Mountain roads are rugged, beginners don’t take risks
🏔【2 Days 1 Night Essential Route】
Day 1:
Guling Town (Fairy Tale Town) → Huajing (Snowy Walk) → Ruqin Lake (Mirror Ice Lake)
→ Xianfeng Peak (Sea of Clouds Wonder) → Xianren Cave (Taoist Holy Site)
🌅 Evening: Go to Tianchi to watch the sunset or take night photos at Central Park
Day 2:
Hanpoukǒu (Sunrise Sea of Clouds) → Lulin Lake (Ice and Snow Fairy Tale) → Meilu Villa (Republic of China Style)
📸 Each attraction is within a 15-minute walk!
❄️【Top 5 Must-Visit Spots】
1️⃣ Hanpoukǒu
📍Location: Central Lushan
✨Highlight: Sea of clouds + snowy peaks in one frame! Looks like a fairyland at sunrise
⏰ Suggestion: Arrive before 6:30 to secure a spot
2️⃣ Lulin Lake
📍Location: Near the old Lushan Conference site
✨Highlight: Frozen lake reflecting snow-covered pines, like stepping into "Frozen"
3️⃣ Ruqin Lake + Huajing
📍Location: West Valley Scenic Area
✨Highlight: Lakeside wooden boardwalk is perfect for photos! Snow-covered trees make every shot a wallpaper
4️⃣ Meilu Villa
📍Location: East Road, Guling River
✨Highlight: Republic of China architecture looks even more elegant in the snow, a must-visit for artsy youth
5️⃣ Little Tianchi
📍Location: Northern end of Lushan
✨Highlight: Overlooks the entire rime ice forest sea, unbeatable views!
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