Kaifeng 3-Day Tour: Longtan Grand Canyon & Sui-Tang Luoyang City

Assemble in the morning and depart for Longtan Grand Canyon. Follow the guide to visit the main attractions, allowing plenty of time for photos and rest. At noon, enjoy local specialty meals, and in the evening, check into the hotel to recharge for the next day's itinerary.

Attraction Introduction: This stop is Longtan Grand Canyon. Located in Xin’an, Longtan Grand Canyon is a canyon famous for wonders like red rock cliffs and water flowing uphill, known as the "Ultimate Canyon" and the "Natural Museum of Ancient Oceans." Trails such as Liubutan and Yixiantian offer strong water-related fun. The red rock cliffs paired with clear pools create stunning scenery and are especially refreshing in summer, making it a popular family destination not far from Luoyang city center. The canyon stretches for several kilometers, with waterfalls, deep pools, and unique rocks along the way, offering new sights with every step. In my view, wearing slip-resistant stream or sports shoes is best, and waterproof your valuables like phones. Families with children should slow the pace, choose the gentler boardwalk sections, and not rush to complete the entire trail.

Tips: Canyon trails are close to water and cliffs — do not climb over railings or play in dangerous areas, and keep a close eye on children. Visitor feedback generally indicates that most believe Longtan Grand Canyon is worth a special visit. It is recommended to slow down, follow the guide’s explanations, and leave time for the details that move you the most and the best photo spots. Depending on the situation, in a group tour it is best not to rush; listening to the guide is the essence. The cultural stories behind each attraction are often more memorable than photos, so ask the guide on the spot if anything is unclear.

Assemble in the morning and depart for Sui-Tang Luoyang City, follow the guide to visit the main attractions, leaving ample time for taking photos and resting; have a local specialty meal at noon, and check into the hotel in the evening to recharge for the itinerary the next day.

Attraction Introduction: Today's itinerary includes Sui-Tang Luoyang City attractions. The Sui-Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park centers around Yingtian Gate, Mingtang, and Tiantang, restoring the palace grandeur of the prosperous Tang Dynasty 'Divine Capital' Luoyang. Yingtian Gate is the south gate of Sui-Tang Luoyang City, magnificent in scale; climbing the tower offers a view of the central axis, and there is a stunning light show at night. Mingtang was the 'Palace of Ten Thousand Phenomena' during Wu Zetian's reign, while Tiantang is a high tower for worship; the interiors of both buildings recreate the magnificent furnishings of Tang Dynasty palaces. The shores of Jiuzhou Pool are also suitable for a stroll, evoking the grandeur of the royal gardens in the past. This place is closely associated with films and TV series such as 'Wu Zetian' and 'The Wind Rises Luoyang', and has become one of Luoyang's most popular Tang culture check-in spots in recent years. My understanding is that it is essential to visit at night—when the lights first come on, the illumination of Yingtian Gate and Mingtang Tiantang shows the true appearance of the 'Divine Capital'; viewing the palace interiors during the day and the light show at night offers two experiences in one day.

Tips: The ancient capital offers many night tour options. Pay attention to keeping warm during nighttime excursions and remember the meeting points. Travelers generally report that most believe Sui-Tang Luoyang City is worth a special visit, so it is recommended to slow down, follow the guide's commentary, and leave time for the details that impress you most and for the best photo opportunities. In practice, for authentic food, go deep into the alleys; the queues at the main entrance of the scenic area are long and the taste is average. When buying local specialties, compare prices after asking; local supermarkets often offer more reliable products.

Gather in the morning and depart for Longmen Grottoes, following the guide to visit the main attractions, leaving plenty of time for taking photos and resting; at noon, enjoy local specialty meals, and in the evening check into the hotel to rest and recharge for the next day's itinerary.

Helpful tip: On the return day, pack your luggage the night before, and keep your ID card, power bank, and souvenirs in an easily accessible place. Carry valuables with you. Tourists generally report that the return day is the most likely time to forget things, and many advise packing your documents, power bank, and souvenirs together the night before, allowing enough time when going to the station/airport. Take into account the actual situation, respect local customs, dress appropriately when entering religious sites, and avoid pointing randomly; a simple greeting can be met with kindness.