Sunrise Hiking Guide for Mount Tai

Here is a three-day, two-night travel guide for Tai'an with a budget of 3,000 RMB:

Itinerary

• Day 1: After arriving in Tai'an, check into your hotel and rest. In the afternoon, visit Dai Temple to admire ancient architecture, stone inscriptions, and ancient trees, experiencing the solemn and profound culture of imperial worship. In the evening, enjoy local Mount Tai specialties in the city, such as the "Three Beauties of Mount Tai" and Mount Tai pancakes rolled with scallions.

• Day 2: Wake up early before dawn and start hiking from the Red Gate. Along the way, enjoy sights like Zhongtianmen and Nantianmen. It takes about 4-5 hours to reach the Jade Emperor Peak to watch the sunrise (weather permitting). In the morning, explore Jade Emperor Peak and Riguang Peak. In the afternoon, you can choose to take the cable car down and return to the hotel to rest.

• Day 3: In the morning, visit Puzhao Temple at the foot of Mount Tai to experience the tranquility and harmony of Buddhist culture. In the afternoon, head to the Mount Tai Beer Zodiac Park to learn about beer culture and taste fresh beer. Afterward, conclude your trip and return home.

Budget Breakdown

• Transportation: Round-trip transportation costs depend on your departure location; it is recommended to reserve 500-1000 RMB. Local transportation is estimated at 50-100 RMB.

• Accommodation: Two nights in an economy hotel or guesthouse in the city, approximately 400-600 RMB.

• Meals: Food expenses for three days are about 300-450 RMB, allowing you to try local specialties.

• Tickets: Dai Temple 30 RMB + Mount Tai 115 RMB + Puzhao Temple 20 RMB + Beer Zodiac Park 60 RMB = 225 RMB.

• Others: Reserve 300-500 RMB for cable car rides, souvenirs, etc.

Notes

• Book hotels and tickets in advance, especially during holidays, to avoid delays.

• Wear comfortable sports shoes for hiking, bring enough water and food; you can also buy them on the mountain, but prices are relatively high.

• The weather on Mount Tai is changeable; check the forecast in advance and bring rain gear and warm clothing.