Autumn Trip Must-Visit: 5-Day Henan Tour Guide

Autumn travel essential! The Zhengzhou-Kaifeng-Luoyang route is amazing! Visit the three ancient capitals of Henan: the commercial capital Zhengzhou, the ancient capital of eight dynasties Kaifeng, and the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties Luoyang, also known as the Divine Capital. Explore the Henan Museum to find the nine national treasures, learn some martial arts at Songshan Shaolin Temple, experience the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty at Longmen Grottoes, and dream back a thousand years at Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden. Choose your in-depth tours of Kaifeng and Luoyang! Specially arranged are two night tours: Kaifeng Drum Tower Night Market and Luoyang Luoyi Ancient City, making it easy for you to enjoy the ancient capitals of Henan! 🚩Recommended itinerary: DAY 1: Arrive in Zhengzhou, private transfer to hotel, free activities. You can visit Only Henan · Drama Fantasy City to immerse yourself in the charm of theatrical fantasy and experience the unique flavor of Central Plains culture. DAY 2: Henan Museum [Find the Nine National Treasures] — Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden [Step into a painting of the Northern Song Dynasty, dream back a thousand years in one day] — Drum Tower Night Market Treasure hunt at the museum to find the nine national treasures, travel back a thousand years at Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, step into a painting of the Northern Song Dynasty, dream back a thousand years in one day, and enjoy authentic local food at the Drum Tower Night Market 🍜. DAY 3: Shaolin Temple — Pagoda Forest — Outdoor Martial Arts Performance — Sui-Tang Luoyang City Yingtian Gate Ruins — Luoyi Ancient City Learn martial arts at Songshan Shaolin Temple 🥋, pray at the Pagoda Forest, experience the Sui-Tang atmosphere at Yingtian Gate, and enjoy a night tour of Luoyi Ancient City. DAY 4: Laojun Mountain Scenic Area — Ten-Mile Painted Screen Admire natural wonders at Laojun Mountain, the Ten-Mile Painted Screen is poetic and picturesque 🏞️. Climb the Golden Summit architectural complex for a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. DAY 5: Longmen Grottoes to experience the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty Visit Longmen Grottoes to appreciate the sculptural art of the prosperous Tang Dynasty 🗿, then head back home, concluding a pleasant Central Plains journey! 🌂Travel essentials: Zhengzhou-Kaifeng-Luoyang November travel checklist 👕**Clothing**: Large temperature difference between morning and evening in November, prepare a light down jacket + sweatshirt + long pants, bring a windbreaker for climbing Songshan 🧢**Accessories**: Sun hat + sunglasses (strong UV at Yuntai Mountain), comfortable sports shoes (must-have for walking at Shaolin Temple/Longmen Grottoes) 📄**Documents**: ID card + student ID (discounted tickets for Laojun Mountain/Baima Temple), save electronic copies in advance to avoid loss 📱**Electronics**: Power bank + Henan Cultural Tourism app (for booking museum tickets), camera for photographing Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden at night 💊**Medicines**: Stomach medicine (Hu La Tang/Huimian might be spicy), motion sickness patches (2-hour bus ride from Kaifeng to Luoyang) 🧴**Miscellaneous**: Moisturizer (dry in the north), folding umbrella (no flowers in Luoyang Peony Garden in November but rain is possible) 🚌 Quickly save this guide, join the group tour, and have a blast traveling Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, and Luoyang without getting lost! 🎉