A place that cures stubbornness—after climbing the mountain, you hurt everywhere except no one cares for you

Mount Tai 2 Days 1 Night Travel Guide (Budget 2000 RMB)
Trip Highlights:
✔ Summit the First of the Five Great Mountains and watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds
✔ Experience the grandeur of "Standing on the peak, overlooking all other mountains"
✔ Night climb Mount Tai to feel the unique atmosphere
✔ Visit classic attractions like Dai Temple and Red Gate

📅 Itinerary
Day 1: Night climb Mount Tai, summit to watch the sunrise
🚄 Transportation:

High-speed train/train: Recommended to depart from Jinan or Tai'an Station, high-speed train tickets cost about 30-60 RMB (Jinan → Tai'an about 20 minutes).
From city to Red Gate: Taxi about 20 RMB, bus K3 direct (2 RMB).

🏔 Climbing route (classic night climb route):
📍 Red Gate → Zhongtian Gate → Nantian Gate → Jade Emperor Peak (about 5-6 hours total)

Red Gate (depart 22:00-23:00): The most classic trailhead of Mount Tai, great night climbing atmosphere.
Zhongtian Gate (about 2 hours): Mid-mountain rest stop, food and water can be replenished.
Eighteen Bends (steepest section): Be careful, climb slowly.
Nantian Gate (3:00-4:00 AM): Near the summit, military coats for rent (20-30 RMB).
Jade Emperor Peak/Riguan Peak (arrive before 5:00): Secure the best spot to watch the sunrise!

🌅 After sunrise sightseeing:

Jade Emperor Peak (highest point of Mount Tai)
Bixia Temple (Mount Tai Grandmother Temple)
Wuyue Duzun Stone Inscription (photo spot)

🍜 Breakfast: Instant noodles/hot soy milk on the summit (10-20 RMB)
🚠 Descent (optional):

Walk down (about 3-4 hours)
Cable car + bus (Nantian Gate → Zhongtian Gate cable car 100 RMB, Zhongtian Gate → Tianwaicun bus 35 RMB)

🏨 Accommodation:

Summit hotel (book in advance): Bed 150-300 RMB/person (e.g., Tianjie Hotel)
Hotel in Tai'an city after descent: Budget 150-300 RMB/night

Day 2: Dai Temple + Tai'an City Tour
⛩ Dai Temple (8:30-11:00)

Starting point of Mount Tai, ancient imperial sacrificial site, ticket 20 RMB (free with Mount Tai ticket).
Must-see: Tiankuang Hall, Han Cypress Courtyard, Stele Forest.

🍽 Lunch:

Mount Tai Tofu Feast (recommended near "Old County Yamen Courtyard", about 50-80 RMB per person)
Mount Tai Fire Roast, San Tang (local specialties)

🚄 Return:

High-speed train/train in the afternoon to return, end of trip.

💰 Budget Breakdown (per person)

Item
Cost (RMB)

Transportation (high-speed train + taxi)
100-200

Mount Tai ticket (student half price)
115 (full price)

Cable car + bus (optional)
135

Summit accommodation
150-300

Meals (3 meals + snacks)
100-150

Dai Temple ticket
20

Others (coat rental, souvenirs)
50-100

Total
700-1200

💡 Money-saving Tips:
✔ Night climb saves accommodation cost (but more tiring).
✔ Bring your own snacks and water (prices are high on the mountain).
✔ Student ID gets half-price tickets.

📌 Notes

Night climb essentials: flashlight, warm clothes, non-slip shoes, power bank.
Weather check: check weather forecast in advance, avoid rain/fog.
Safety first: Eighteen Bends is steep, climb within your ability.
Avoid peak times: weekends/holidays are crowded.

🌄 Wishing you an unforgettable sunrise trip on Mount Tai!