Complete Slow Travel Guide to Zhenyuan Ancient Town｜Millennium Taiji Ancient City, Perfect for Three Days and Two Nights

Latest tested version as of September 2025!
This millennium-old secret hidden in Guizhou is absolutely amazing 🥹
One of China’s most beautiful ancient towns certified by National Geographic

🚅 Transportation Highlights:
High-speed rail direct access is just fantastic!
Guangzhou/Shenzhen 4h ✔️ Guiyang 1.5h ✔️
Quieter than Fenghuang! More rustic than Lijiang!

⏰ 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary:

🌈 Day 1｜First Encounter with Taiji City
· Arrive in the morning and head straight to Zhusheng Bridge 🏯
(Ticket: Free)
· Lunch recommendation: Xinglong Street’s “Old Town’s Best Sour Soup”
Their sour fish soup—I can easily have three bowls in a row!
· Afternoon must-visit: Qinglong Cave!
(Ticket 60 RMB, open 8:00-18:00)
The ancient cliffside buildings are incredibly stunning
· Night tour of Wuyang River 🌉
Only 60 RMB to see thousands of lights

🌅 Day 2｜Secret Realm Adventure
· Sunrise chase at Shiping Mountain at 5:30 AM
(Ticket 30 RMB, opens at 5:00)
Sea of clouds + Miao Great Wall, a perfect match!
· Breakfast: 2 RMB fried rice cake
Sold by grandma on Xinglong Street, super delicious
· Must hike Tiexi
50 RMB check-in at “Little Jiuzhaigou” Longtan
· Evening wandering through crooked alleys
Every snap is an artsy masterpiece!

🌿 Day 3｜In-depth Cultural Tour
· Peace Village Anti-Japanese War Memorial Hall
(Free, 8:30-17:30)
· Must try a bowl of Yuan Family Tofu
8 RMB tofu pudding is legendary
· Shopping for souvenirs 💝
Zhenyuan green wine and Miao embroidery are great choices

🏠 Accommodation Guide:
· Riverside rooms are top choice! Average 300+ RMB
· Ancient alley homestays 100+ RMB, with atmospheric bluestone pavements
· Recommended: Mengxi Cottage! Prime riverside view

🍜 Foodie List:
✔️ Sour fish soup 40 RMB (Old Town’s Best Sour Soup)
✔️ Fried rice cake 1.5 RMB (Grandma on Xinglong Street)
✔️ Tofu pudding 8 RMB (Yuan Family Old Shop)
✔️ Braised pork 35 RMB (every household has it)
✔️ Gray alkali rice cake 20 RMB (Miao restaurant)

💰 Cost Reference:
900-1300 RMB for 3 days 2 nights is totally enough!
More lively atmosphere during Dragon Boat Festival/Miao New Year

⚠️ Pitfall Warnings:
1️⃣ Never go to riverside fish restaurants! They overcharge tourists
2️⃣ Bring non-slip shoes! Stone steps are super slippery
3️⃣ Big temperature difference between day and night! Jacket is a must

There’s no commercial hustle here,
only fishing lights on Wuyang River and footsteps on bluestone pavements.
Find a weekend to just zone out here～