Take a short stay in Yi County, Anhui! Enjoy a vacation in the 'Chinese painting' countryside at the lowest cost!
by marcellathornfield85
Apr 2, 2024
Xin'an 5 Days 4 Nights Travel Guide and Budget  
1. Itinerary Overview  
Days | Itinerary | Main Attractions  
Day 1 | Arrive in Xin'an, city tour | Xin'an Ancient City, Huizhou Cultural Street  
Day 2 | Countryside scenery and nature exploration | Xidi Ancient Village, Hongcun  
Day 3 | Mountain and cultural experience | Tianzhu Mountain, Tianzhu Mountain Scenic Area  
Day 4 | In-depth historical and cultural tour | Former Residence of Li Hongzhang, Huizhou Museum  
Day 5 | Return preparation, relaxed city tour | City shopping, local specialties  
2. Detailed Budget  
1. Transportation Costs  
Round-trip transportation (high-speed train/plane): varies greatly depending on departure location. Assuming departure from Shanghai:  
High-speed train (round-trip): approximately ¥600-¥900 per person  
Plane (round-trip): approximately ¥800-¥1500 per person (book in advance)  
Local transportation: bus/Didi taxi  
Estimated: ¥50-¥100 per day, total ¥200-¥400  
Total transportation budget:  
Method | Cost Range | Notes  
High-speed train/plane | ¥600-¥1500 | Depends on advance booking and departure location  
Local transportation | ¥200-¥400 | Includes bus and taxi  
**Total:** ¥800-¥1900 per person  
2. Accommodation Costs  
Budget hotels/homestays: ¥200-¥400 per night (double room)  
4 nights total: ¥800-¥1600  
Recommended options:  
- Youth hostels or budget chain hotels (such as Home Inn, Hanting)  
- Characteristic homestays (slightly higher price but more unique)  
3. Food Budget  
Breakfast: ¥20/day (street snacks or breakfast shops)  
Lunch: ¥50/meal (local specialty restaurants)  
Dinner: ¥70/meal (special Huizhou cuisine or farmhouse dishes)  
**Daily meal cost:** ¥140-¥200  
**5 days total:** ¥700-¥1000  
4. Attraction Tickets and Activities  
Attraction | Ticket Price | Notes  
Xin'an Ancient City | Free or small fee depending on situation  
Huizhou Ancient Villages (Xidi, Hongcun) | ¥100-¥150 each | Recommended to visit both villages  
Tianzhu Mountain Scenic Area | ¥150-¥200 | Includes cable car (optional)  
Former Residence of Li Hongzhang | ¥30-¥50 | Cultural experience  
Huizhou Museum | Free or around ¥20 | In-depth cultural tour  
Total ticket budget:  
Approximately ¥300-¥550  
5. Other Expenses  
Souvenirs and specialty purchases: ¥200-¥500 (depending on personal needs)  
Insurance and emergencies: ¥50-¥100  
3. Total Budget Summary (per person)  
Item | Cost Range  
Transportation | ¥800-¥1900  
Accommodation | ¥800-¥1600  
Food | ¥700-¥1000  
Attraction Tickets | ¥300-¥550  
Others (shopping, insurance) | ¥250-¥600  
Total | ¥2850-¥5650  
Recommended Budget:  
**Budget:** Around ¥3000 per person  
**More Comfortable:** Around ¥5000 per person
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