Complete 5-Day Travel Guide for Zhengzhou and Surrounding Areas

Want to enjoy 5 days in Zhengzhou and nearby places but worried about complicated planning? Don’t worry! This pure-play, zero-shopping guide is super hassle-free. It takes you to the Henan Museum to find the nine major treasures, watch martial arts at Shaolin Temple, admire the Tang Dynasty atmosphere at Longmen Grottoes, encounter the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove at Yuntai Mountain, travel back to the Song Dynasty at Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, and even enjoy a night tour of Luoyi Ancient City! -- Carefully compiled essentials, 👇 scroll down to unlock the excitement~ -- 📒 Suggested itinerary: Day 1: After arriving in Zhengzhou, private transfer to the hotel, free activities. Recommended to visit Only Henan · Drama Fantasy City to immerse yourself in the drama fantasy city and experience the unique charm of Central Plains culture✨ Day 2: Henan Museum -> Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden -> Drum Tower Night Market Explore history at Henan Museum and search for the nine major treasures🔍; return to the Song Dynasty at Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden and dream back to a thousand years of prosperity; enjoy delicious food at Drum Tower Night Market and indulge in a feast for your taste buds🍜 Day 3: Shaolin Temple -> Pagoda Forest -> Outdoor Martial Arts Performance -> Sui-Tang Luoyang City Ying Tian Gate Ruins -> Luoyi Ancient City Watch martial arts at Shaolin Temple and feel the spirit of Chinese martial arts🥋; experience tranquility at Pagoda Forest and understand Zen; enjoy the spectacular outdoor martial arts performance; recall the Sui-Tang era at Ying Tian Gate ruins; night tour of Luoyi Ancient City to encounter ancient style romance🏮 Day 4: Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area -> Hongshi Gorge Take in the landscape of Yuntai Mountain and meet the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove🌿; explore the mysteries of Hongshi Gorge and admire natural wonders🌄 Day 5: Longmen Grottoes (Vairocana Buddha) -> Return trip Admire the Tang Dynasty atmosphere at Longmen Grottoes and the grandeur of the Vairocana Buddha🗿; then embark on your return journey, concluding a pleasant trip to Zhengzhou🛫 -- Must-know travel tips: 🛫 Airport transport: From Xinzheng Airport to the city, it’s recommended to take the intercity train, which reaches Zhengzhou East Station in 20 minutes—time-saving and comfortable~ 📸 Photo spots: Only Henan Drama Fantasy City is beautiful at night; wear light-colored clothes for better photos, and don’t forget to bring a power bank! 🎁 Souvenir prices: For Hui noodles gift boxes, choose Yudingxiang for authenticity. Scenic spots are 10 yuan more expensive than supermarkets, so it’s better to stock up at supermarkets~ 🍜 Must-eat food: Heji Hui noodles have rich soup and gluten, paired with sweet garlic to cut the grease; for spicy soup, choose the Fang Zhongshan main store for a satisfying spicy kick! 🚇 City transport: The subway is super convenient; get an electronic card on the platform and swipe directly. Avoid rush hours for a smoother ride~ -- Start your worry-free trip now, pure-play with zero shopping for peace of mind. Click the card below and set off immediately!