Anyang 8-Day Tour: Longtan Grand Canyon & Laojun Mountain

Start early at Longtan Grand Canyon, and enjoy a leisurely walk along the creek trail in the cool morning, which is especially refreshing in summer; have free activities in the afternoon, you can take additional shots of the Skyline Gap, and return in the evening.

Scenic Spot Introduction: This stop brings you to Longtan Grand Canyon. Longtan Grand Canyon is located in Xin'an, concentrating wonders such as the Red Rock Ridge Valley and water flowing uphill, earning the reputation as the "ultimate canyon." Liutu Pond and the Skyline Gap Trail offer strong water interaction fun, especially cool in summer, making it a family-friendly water destination not far from Luoyang city.

Tips: The itinerary includes mountain roads, with large temperature differences between morning and evening and many steps. It is recommended to wear a light jacket and non-slip sports shoes, and watch your step on stairs; be sure to bring ID and other valid documents, follow the guide closely, and remember the meeting times and locations. Most visitors feel that Longtan Grand Canyon is worth visiting specially, so it is suggested to slow down, listen to the guide's explanations, and leave time for the details that move you the most and the best photo spots. Depending on the actual situation, the hiking boardwalk at Longtan Grand Canyon is long, and be careful of slippery areas while playing in the water; in summer, the water flow is abundant and most spectacular.

Today's deep tour: After taking the cable car up the mountain, focus on the Golden Summit, Ten-Mile Painted Screen, and the Glass Viewing Platform. Follow the guide to learn about Taoist culture and the geology of Funiu Mountains. In the afternoon, descend the mountain and rest to recharge for the next day.

Attraction introduction: One of the highlights planned in the itinerary is the Golden Summit. It is located in Luanchuan, where the Golden Summit Taoist Temple complex stands above the sea of clouds. The sunrise and post-snow scenery resemble a fairyland. In recent years, it has become a popular Taoist sacred mountain and a great spot for photography. Night climbs to view the Milky Way have also become a scenic experience. Among these, the Golden Summit Taoist Temple complex, Ten-Mile Painted Screen, and Glass Viewing Platform are the most worth a close look.

Warm tips: The itinerary includes mountain roads, with large temperature differences between morning and evening, and many steps. It is recommended to wear a light jacket and non-slip sports shoes, and watch your step on stairs. Be sure to bring your ID and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting times and locations. Tourists generally report that the sea of clouds and sunrise at the Golden Summit are the biggest attractions, and many even stay on the mountaintop to wait for dawn. Note that the mountaintop has a large temperature difference, and cable car lines can be long; it is essential to start early during peak season. Considering the actual situation, the Ten-Mile Painted Screen trail is quite long, so those with limited stamina can take the cable car. Elderly people and children should proceed according to their capacity.

In the morning, take a vehicle to Baiyun Mountain, climb Yuhuang Peak to watch the sea of clouds; have a light lunch on the mountain top at noon, in the afternoon visit Jiulong Waterfall and the Alpine Peony Garden, breathe the forest oxygen bar, descend in the evening and check in.

Attraction Introduction: Today's itinerary includes Baiyun Mountain attractions. Baiyun Mountain is located in the Funiu Mountains of Song County. Yuhuang Peak offers views of the sea of clouds at sunrise. The area has a high forest coverage rate and a pleasant oxygen bar. Jiulong Waterfall and the Alpine Peony Garden each have their unique features. In summer it is a place to escape the heat, in autumn to appreciate the red leaves, making it a rare high-altitude resort-type scenic area.

Tips: The itinerary includes mountain road sections. There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, with many steps, so it is recommended to wear a light jacket and non-slip sports shoes, and pay attention to your footing when going up and down stairs. Be sure to bring your ID and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the gathering times and locations. Most tourists think Baiyun Mountain is worth a special trip. It is recommended to slow down, follow the guide's explanations, and leave time for the details and the photo spots that impress you the most. Considering the actual situation, Baiyun Mountain has a high altitude and good forest coverage. The sunrise sea of clouds and autumn red leaves are the best times to visit. Bring windproof and warm clothing.

Early in the morning, enter Longmen Grottoes, take advantage of the few people to first visit Binyang Three Caves and Lotus Cave, then climb Fengxian Temple to admire the Grand Buddha; have lunch nearby at noon, in the afternoon visit Dongshan Grottoes and Xiangshan Temple, and at sunset take photos by the Yi River, ending a fulfilling day.

Attraction Introduction: On this stop, you come to Longmen Grottoes. Longmen Grottoes is carved into the cliffs on both sides of the Yi River, with over two thousand existing niches and more than a hundred thousand statues, among which the Vairocana Buddha at Fengxian Temple is the most stunning. Along with Dunhuang and Yungang, it is known as one of the three major grottoes, representing the pinnacle of stone carving art from the Northern Wei to the flourishing Tang Dynasty. It is recommended to reserve half a day to thoroughly explore it, with the Vairocana Buddha at Fengxian Temple, Binyang Three Caves, and Lotus Cave being the most worth seeing in detail.

Tips: The entire route involves a lot of walking, so it is recommended to wear comfortable athletic shoes and bring a light jacket according to the weather; be sure to carry your ID and other valid documents, follow the tour guide closely, and remember the meeting times and locations. Most tourists find the Vairocana Buddha the most impressive, and the lighting is best for photos at sunset on the western mountains; walking along both sides of the Yi River requires retracing your steps, so comfortable shoes and half a day are recommended. Considering the actual situation, the park's paths are flat but involve significant walking, so wear comfortable shoes; during holidays, the crowd is large, so try to visit during off-peak times.