3-Day 2-Night Travel Guide for Suizhou, Hubei

Budget: 2000 RMB

Preparation

● Documents: Bring your ID card and a small amount of cash.

● Clothing: The temperature in Suizhou in October is moderate; pack long-sleeve shirts, a light jacket, and comfortable sneakers suitable for long walks.

● Others: Charger, camera, umbrella or raincoat.

Itinerary

Day 1: Ancient Charm of Suizhou, Cultural Exploration

● Morning: After arriving in Suizhou, visit the Suizhou Museum. The museum houses many exquisite cultural relics and offers scheduled performances of the bronze chime bells, allowing you to experience the millennium-old charm.

● Noon: Enjoy Guai Zi rice and slippery pork near the museum to taste Suizhou’s local specialties.

● Afternoon: Head to the Yan Emperor Shennong’s Hometown Scenic Area to pay respects to the ancestor Yan Emperor, admire cultural sculpture groups, the Nine-Arch Bridge, the Ancestral Worship Plaza, and feel the profound Yan Emperor cultural heritage.

● Evening: Check into a hotel in downtown Suizhou, then visit Dongguan Snack Street to try local snacks such as brown sugar steamed cakes, lard cakes, spicy gluten, and Li’s spicy hot pot.

Day 2: Magnificent Hongshan, Gifts of Nature

● Morning: Visit the Dahong Mountain Scenic Area to admire Bailong Pool at over 800 meters elevation. The clear lake reflects green mountains and trees, resembling a natural painting.

● Noon: Enjoy farmhouse dishes within the scenic area, made with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.

● Afternoon: Climb Baozhu Peak, explore Liangwang Cave and Xiaoqian Cave with their amazing natural wonders; then visit Jiankou Waterfall to feel the majestic power of cascading water.

● Evening: You may choose to stay overnight at a hotel in the scenic area, falling asleep to the mountain breeze; or return to the city to relax amid the city lights.

Day 3: Deep in Taoyuan, Rural Elegance

● Morning: Visit Taoyuan Village to experience rural life and enjoy the pastoral scene of bright red persimmons in Persimmon Valley and the quaint village.

● Noon: Taste local specialties in Taoyuan Village, such as farmhouse stir-fried pork and native chicken soup.

● Afternoon: After a short rest, pack up and start your journey back.

Budget Breakdown

● Transportation: Round-trip transport from Nanyang to Suizhou, assuming train or long-distance bus, estimated 300 - 500 RMB. Local transport in Suizhou mainly by bus and taxi, estimated 100 RMB.

● Accommodation: Choose cost-effective hotels or homestays, estimated 600 - 1000 RMB for two nights.

● Meals: Food expenses for three days, including specialty dishes and snacks, estimated 600 - 800 RMB.

● Tickets: Suizhou Museum is free; tickets for Yan Emperor Shennong’s Hometown Scenic Area, Dahong Mountain Scenic Area, and local transport within scenic spots estimated 200 - 300 RMB.

Total budget is approximately 1800 - 2700 RMB. With careful expense control, a 2000 RMB budget can basically meet the needs of this trip.

Travel Tips

● Suizhou’s spring and autumn seasons (April - October) have pleasant weather, ideal for outdoor activities.

● In crowded places, keep small change and large bills separate, and be mindful of your surroundings when taking out money.