Shandong's "Little Tibet" is amazing! Enjoy 2 days and 1 night in Yiyuan for 600 yuan, with ancient red leaf villages so beautiful they take your breath away

【Complete Guide to 2 Days and 1 Night in Yiyuan】is here!
Autumn in Yiyuan is unbelievably beautiful! Tens of thousands of acres of red leaves + thousand-year-old ancient villages + secret mountain and water spots, every shot looks like a masterpiece! Super cost-effective, you can have a great time for just 600 yuan!

📍【Location】
Yiyuan County, Zibo City, Shandong Province
(2 hours direct from Jinan Airport / 1.5 hours by car from Zibo city center)

🚗【Transportation Guide】
High-speed train 🚄 | Get off at Zibo Station (150 yuan/person)
Bus 🚌 | Zibo Station → Yiyuan County (1 hour)
Carpooling to the scenic spots is more cost-effective~

🏡【Accommodation Recommendations】
✦ Zhujiahu Homestay Village:
Stone courtyards hidden in the mountains, about 130 yuan/night
Open the window to see autumn mountains, with curling cooking smoke, super healing✨
✦ Longziyu Art Village:
A small artistic building, about 150 yuan/night
You can also take photos with installation art, amazing!

📸【Must-Visit Photo Spots】
➊ Tangshan Red Leaf Valley⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Tangshan Valley Scenic Area, Yiyuan County
Tens of thousands of acres of yellow hornbeam forest! Stunning drone aerial shots
➋ Zhujiahu Ancient Village⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bluestone paths + old eaves, grandmothers sitting at the door sunbathing create a very story-rich scene
➌ Longziyu Art Village⭐⭐⭐⭐
Art exhibitions held irregularly, white walls and black tiles perfect for artistic photos
➍ Zhinu Cave Forest Park⭐⭐⭐
A secluded valley stream surrounded by autumn colors, perfect for forest-themed shots
➎ Shuangmashan Camping Base⭐⭐⭐⭐
An excellent spot to watch the starry sky and sunset🏕️

⏰【Itinerary】
▪Day 1: Red Leaf Valley → Lunch → Zhujiahu Village → Homestay
▪Day 2: Longziyu Village → Zhinu Cave → Return trip

💰【Cost Breakdown】
Transportation 150 + Accommodation 130 + Food 80 + Miscellaneous 60 ≈ 420 yuan

✨【Outfit & Gear Tips】
✔ Light colors / Hanfu look better in photos
✔ Bring wide-angle lens / drone
✔ Thermos + snacks are very necessary

Such a beautiful secret spot in Shandong, avoid the crowds and head out during the red leaf season!🍂

Post by ellihuiotfinneganthorne | Oct 22, 2025

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