Yuntai Mountain with Parents | A Relaxing 4-Day, 3-Night Itinerary

| A relaxing 4-day, 3-night itinerary. 📅 Itinerary Overview 🚩DAY 1：Arrival at Yuntai Mountain & First Night Exploration - Morning: High-speed train from Nanjing to Jiaozuo (5 hrs), Nanjing South → Jiaozuo Station, train G3158 (08:30-13:43). - Afternoon: Taxi to Anshang Service Area (the scenic area's entrance and living area, where most B&Bs are located), approx. 1 hr, approx. CNY 80. - Evening: Explore Yunxi Valley at night. 🚩DAY 2：Spectacular Scenery & Mountain Views - Morning: - Take the scenic bus to Monkey Valley, take the cable car up and down (CNY 50/person for a single trip). - Hike through Tanpu Gorge (springs every few steps) and Quanpu Gorge (home to Yuntai Waterfall, the highest waterfall in Asia). - Afternoon: - Take the bus through Die Cai Dong (14 tunnels spiraling upwards, a thrilling experience). - Take the cable car directly to the top of Zhuyu Peak, then walk 40 mins to the glass walkway at Phoenix Ridge (CNY 20/person, optional bypass available for those afraid of heights). - Enjoy the sunset at Phoenix Ridge, then take the cable car down. 🚩DAY 3：Red Stone Gorge & Lakeside Serenity - Morning: Take the bus to Red Stone Gorge (Danxia landform, a must-see!), the exit leads to Zifang Lake, take a boat tour around the lake (CNY 50/person, stunning views). - Afternoon: Lunch at Anshang Service Area, Heji Huimian is recommended. 🚩DAY 4：Departure - Morning: Visit Wanshan Temple for blessings (a Ming Dynasty temple, quiet and peaceful), climb the small hill behind the temple for panoramic mountain views. - Afternoon: Depart after lunch. 💡 Money-Saving Tips 1⃣ Annual Pass: Follow the "Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area" official account on WeChat. Purchase the CNY 199 annual pass at the end of each year (includes entry ticket + bus + cable car, excludes Lunar New Year/National Day holidays). 2⃣ Accommodation Recommendation: Anshang Service Area 💰 Estimated Cost (CNY 1800/person) Take this itinerary and experience the poetic scenery of the "Jiuzhaigou of the North" with your parents! 🍃