Anyang 3-Day Tour: Chongdu Valley & Laojun Mountain
Anyang 3-day tour covering Chongdu Valley and Laojun Mountain. Sightseeing tickets and shuttle bus included.
Highlights
Day 1: Chongdugou
Morning departure to Chongdugou with your guide; ample time for photos and the highlights; local lunch; hotel in the evening.
Attraction: Today's itinerary includes Chongdugou. Chongdugou in Luanchuan blends bamboo groves, waterfalls and western-Henan farm life. With two waterfall zones and farm stays, it is a rare 'jiangnan-style' retreat for family leisure in Henan
Friendly tips: The route includes mountain sections with big temperature swings and many steps—wear a light jacket and non-slip shoes; bring your ID and stay with your guide, noting the meeting time and place. Traveler feedback — Chongdugou is worth the trip; slow down and follow the guide for the best details. Practical note — Zhongdugou features streams and bamboo; cool in summer, wear non-slip shoes when wet.
Day 2: Laojun Mountain
Morning departure to Laojun Mountain with your guide; ample time for photos and the highlights; local lunch; hotel in the evening.
Attraction: Today's itinerary includes Laojun Mountain. Laojun Mountain in Luanchuan has golden-summit temples above a sea of clouds—a viral Taoist peak and top photo spot, stunning at sunrise or under snow. Highlights inside include the Golden Summit, Ten-Mile Gallery, the glass skywalk.
Friendly tips: The route includes mountain sections with big temperature swings and many steps—wear a light jacket and non-slip shoes; bring your ID and stay with your guide, noting the meeting time and place. Traveler feedback — The golden summit sea of clouds is the highlight; many stay overnight for sunrise—pack warm layers, queues for the cable car are long. Practical note — The Ten-Mile Painting screen trail is long; use the cable car if tired.
Day 3: Departure
Transfer to the station/airport per your departure, ending a pleasant journey.
Friendly tips: Pack the night before and keep ID, power bank and souvenirs together; allow extra time for the station/airport; bring your ID and stay with your guide, noting the meeting time and place. Traveler feedback — Return-day travelers remind: pack ID and souvenirs the night before; allow extra time. Practical note — Return-day tip: pack ID, power bank and souvenirs the night before; allow extra time—mountain roads are unpredictable.
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