Anyang 5-Day Tour: Erlitou Site & Chongdu Valley

Depart from the hotel early in the morning and head straight to Erlitou, first listening to the guide explain the background and highlights, then leisurely exploring on your own and taking additional photos at spots of interest; after lunch, take a short rest, and return to the hotel in the evening to conserve energy for the next day.

Attraction Introduction: This stop is Erlitou. The Erlitou site is known as the 'earliest China,' serving as the capital city in the mid-to-late Xia dynasty. Excavated treasures such as turquoise dragon-shaped artifacts and bronze jue vessels reveal the appearance of the first royal capital of the Chinese civilization. The site museum presents the archaeology on-site experience and is an essential stop for studying the origins of Chinese civilization.

Tips: There is a lot of walking throughout the tour, so it is recommended to wear comfortable sneakers and bring a light jacket according to the weather; be sure to carry your ID and other valid documents, follow the guide closely, and remember the meeting times and locations. Most tourists think a visit to Erlitou is worth making a special trip. It is recommended to slow down, listen to the guide’s explanations, and leave time for the details that move you the most and the best photo opportunities. Considering the actual situation, the Erlitou Xiadu site is famous as the 'earliest China,' with the museum focusing mainly on artifacts and archaeological restorations, so it is advised to use a guide for explanations.

Today's summer escape trip has a relaxed pace, focusing on the vast bamboo forest and cascading waterfalls; the afternoon is free, and we will stay at a farmhouse in the evening to rest.

Attraction Introduction: One highlight arranged in the itinerary is Chongdugou. Chongdugou is located in Luanchuan, known for its vast bamboo forests, cascading waterfalls, and Western Henan farming scenery. Jinji River and Dicsui River each have clusters of waterfalls. You can stay at a farmhouse and try wild mountain vegetables. It is one of the few 'Jiangnan-style water town' summer leisure destinations, suitable for slow-paced family trips. Among them, Jinji River, Dicsui River, and Water Curtain Fairy Palace are the most worth observing in detail.

Friendly Reminder: The itinerary includes mountain road sections, with large temperature differences in the 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 closely, and remember the gathering time and place. Most tourists believe Chongdugou is worth a special visit. It is recommended to slow down, follow the guide’s explanation, and leave time for the details that move you the most and the best photo spots. According to actual conditions, Chongdugou is known for its water scenery and bamboo sea; it is pleasant for summer escape, and paths are slippery in the rain, so wear non-slip shoes.

In the morning, take the cable car up to Laojun Mountain, visit the Golden Summit Taoist Temple complex, where on clear days you can encounter a sea of clouds; have a light lunch atop the mountain at noon, and in the afternoon, walk the Ten-Mile Painted Screen Trail, overlooking the surrounding mountains from the glass viewing platform. Descend the mountain in the evening and check into a hotel.

Attraction Introduction: Today's itinerary includes Laojun Mountain attractions, Laojun Mountain is located in Luoyang Luanchuan. The Golden Summit Taoist Temple complex stands above the sea of clouds; the sunrise and post-snow scenery are like a fairyland. It has become a highly popular Taoist sacred mountain and a top spot for photography in recent years. Night climbing to view the Milky Way is also a spectacle. Among these, the Golden Summit Taoist Temple complex, the Ten-Mile Painted Screen, and the glass viewing platform are the most worth detailed exploration.

Tips: The itinerary involves mountain areas, 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 pay attention to your footing on the steps; be sure to bring your ID and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting times and locations. Visitors generally report that the sea of clouds and sunrise at the Golden Summit are the biggest highlights, with many choosing to stay overnight on the summit to catch dawn. Be reminded that the summit has a large temperature difference and long queues for the cable car, so be sure to start early during peak season. Considering the actual situation, Laojun Mountain, the Golden Summit is about 2,217 meters above sea level, where it is windy with obvious temperature differences, so bring a windbreaker and light rain gear; in winter, wear shoes with good grip due to snow.