Taihang Mountain Secret Treasure Route

Six Days and Five Nights Travel Guide in Changzhi City (Budget 6000 RMB)
Trip Highlights:

Explore the magnificent scenery of Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon
Experience the red charm of the Eighth Route Army culture
Enjoy local specialty food and folk customs

Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Changzhi, feel the city's charm

Morning: Arrive at Changzhi Wangcun Airport or Changzhi East Station, check in to the hotel (Recommended: Changzhi Binhe Cultural Tourism Hotel, about 300 RMB/night)
Afternoon: Visit Changzhi City Museum (free) to learn about Changzhi's history and culture
Evening: Taste local specialties such as Changzhi donkey meat pancake and Huguan mutton soup (about 50 RMB/person)

Day 2: Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon Adventure

Morning: Head to Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon (ticket 80 RMB), visit attractions like Baquan Gorge and Hongdou Gorge
Afternoon: Experience canyon rafting (about 100 RMB/person) or hiking
Evening: Return to the city, check in to the hotel

Day 3: Red Culture Tour

Morning: Visit the Eighth Route Army Taihang Memorial Hall (free) to learn about the Eighth Route Army's war history
Afternoon: Go to Wuxiang County, visit the former site of the Eighth Route Army Headquarters (ticket 50 RMB)
Evening: Stay at a hotel in Wuxiang County (Recommended: Wuxiang Taihang Pearl Hotel, about 200 RMB/night)

Day 4: Huguan Taihang Mountain Style Tour

Morning: Head to Huguan County, visit Qinglong Gorge Scenic Area in Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon (ticket 60 RMB)
Afternoon: Experience local folk activities such as iron flower forging and paper cutting
Evening: Taste Huguan specialties like Huguan mutton soup and fried pancakes (about 50 RMB/person)

Day 5: Pingshun Tianji Mountain Natural Scenery

Morning: Go to Pingshun County, visit Tianji Mountain National Geopark (ticket 70 RMB)
Afternoon: Hiking to enjoy the magnificent natural scenery
Evening: Return to Changzhi city, check in to the hotel

Day 6: Departure

Morning: Free activities, buy local specialties such as Changzhi walnuts and Qinzhou yellow millet
Afternoon: Head to the airport or train station to end the trip

Budget Allocation:

Transportation: about 1000 RMB (round-trip flight/train tickets + local transportation)
Accommodation: about 1500 RMB (5 nights)
Meals: about 1000 RMB (6 days)
Tickets: about 400 RMB
Others: about 1100 RMB (shopping, souvenirs, etc.)

Travel Tips:

Changzhi City has a temperate monsoon climate; spring and autumn are the best seasons for travel.
The Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon scenic area is large; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Local food is mainly wheat-based with a strong flavor.
Book flights and hotels in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.

Optional Itinerary:

If time permits, add an extra day to visit Licheng County and the former site of Huangyadong Armory (ticket 30 RMB).
For those interested in ancient architecture, visit Changzhi County to see Shangdang Gate and Chenghuang Temple (free).

Hope this guide helps you plan an unforgettable trip to Changzhi!