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Reverse Travel Guide 1️⃣ 1. Dunhuang, Gansu (3–5 days) Reverse Season Advantages December to February of the following year is the off-season for tourism. Core scenic spots such as Mingsha Mountain, Crescent Spring, and Yumen Pass offer free admission. Mogao Grottoes tickets are half price, and the number of open caves increases to 10 (only 8 in peak season). There are few tourists in winter, and the experience of watching the sunrise and stars in the Gobi Desert is purer. Itinerary Highlights - Mogao Grottoes: No need to waitlist for tickets in the off-season, and guides have ample time to explain the details of the murals. - Mingsha Mountain: Camel riding prices are 30% lower than in peak season, and you can contract the entire desert to take photos. - West Line Chartered Tour: A one-day tour of Yangguan + Yadan Devil City costs about CNY 200 per person (including driver and explanation). High-speed Rail Plan Take a high-speed train to Liuyuan South Station (Dunhuang High-speed Railway Station is under construction), and then take a direct shuttle bus to the scenic spot (1.5 hours) or a shared car (CNY 50 per person). Must-eat Food - Xiajia Hezhi: Mutton soup with fried meatballs (CNY 20 per person) - Donkey Meat Noodles: Shun Zhang Huang Noodles, a time-honored brand (CNY 35 per person) - Apricot Peel Water: CNY 3 per cup at Danghe Night Market Budget Reference Air tickets (round trip from Shanghai) often have special prices of CNY 900 in the off-season, and budget hotels cost CNY 80 per night. The total cost for 3 days is about CNY 1,500. 2. Huangshan + Ancient Huizhou Villages (5–7 days) Reverse Season Advantages Huangshan implements a free ticket policy on Crazy Wednesday in winter (reservations required in advance). The probability of seeing a sea of clouds after snow is as high as 67%. Tickets to surrounding ancient villages such as Hongcun are half price, and the price of B&Bs is only 1/3 of that in peak season. Itinerary Highlights - Huangshan: Double experience of rime + sunrise. The West Sea Grand Canyon ground rail cable car is CNY 60 in the off-season. - Chengkan: A cluster of Bagua Village Huizhou-style buildings, the filming location of "Up Idol" - Bishan Village: Avant-Garde Bookstore + Pigsty Bar, a popular spot for young people interested in literature and art High-speed Rail Plan The high-speed rail from Huangshan North Station covers major cities across the country. A direct shuttle bus to the south gate of Huangshan costs CNY 30 per person. Must-eat Food - Stinky Mandarin Fish: Laojiefang Huizhou Cuisine Restaurant (CNY 60 per person) - Hairy Tofu: Street stalls cost CNY 5 per serving - Tart Cake: Traditional Huizhou snacks with dried vegetables (CNY 3 each) Budget Reference A bed in Baiyun Hotel in Huangshan costs CNY 120 per night, and a standard room in a Hongcun B&B costs CNY 80 in the off-season. The total cost for 5 days is about CNY 2,000. 3. Quzhou, Zhejiang (3–4 days) Reverse Season Advantages From November 2024 to March 2025 (excluding Lunar New Year), 14 scenic spots such as Lanke Mountain and Yaowang Mountain offer free admission. As a transportation hub for four provinces, the 3-hour high-speed rail circle covers cities such as Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Nanchang. Itinerary Highlights - Nianbadu Ancient Town: A living fossil of Ming and Qing architecture where more than a dozen dialects coexist - Jianglang Mountain: A world natural heritage site where you can challenge your courage on the One-Line Sky Ladder - Shuitingmen: Night light show + intangible cultural heritage Shaoyongfeng sesame cake making experience High-speed Rail Plan There are as many as 52 direct trains to Quzhou Station per day, and the scenic spot can be reached directly by bus for CNY 1. Must-eat Food - Quzhou Duck Head: Mantianxiang Duck Head (optional spiciness, CNY 8 each) - Baked Cake: Yuji Baked Cake with Scallion and Meat Filling (CNY 2.5 each) - Crystal Cake: Xiduozhi Drinks Shop with Mint Flavor (CNY 6 per cup) Budget Reference City hotels cost CNY 70 per night, and special snacks cost CNY 30 per person per meal. The total cost for 3 days is about CNY 800. 4. Xiapu, Fujian (4–5 days) Reverse Season Advantages June is the golden period for photography before the typhoon season. The mudflat light and shadow levels are rich, the prices of food and accommodation are only half of those in peak season, and small scenic spots such as Gaoluo Beach do not require tickets. Itinerary Highlights - Beiqi Mudflat: Photograph the light and shadow of laver farming at 5 am - Dongbi Village: Cliffside B&B to watch the sunset (room rate is CNY 150 per night in the off-season) - Yushan Island: Sea grassland + freshwater lake spectacle (ferry ticket CNY 50) High-speed Rail Plan 38 high-speed trains stop at Xiapu Station every day, and it costs about CNY 30 to take a ride-hailing car to various photography spots. Must-eat Food - Sword Razor Clams: Sansha Food Stalls (market price about CNY 40 per 500g) - Southern Fujian Paste: Sweet potato flour + seafood medley (CNY 15 per bowl) - Honey Chicken Wings: Xindongguan Fish Ball Shop (CNY 6 each) 5. Zhenyuan, Guizhou (4–6 days) Reverse Season Advantages Avoid the summer crowds. In March, azaleas bloom in the ancient lanes, the price of the Wuyang River cruise drops to CNY 60, and special meals such as sour soup fish are cost-effective. Itinerary Highlights - Shiping Mountain: Climb at night to view the panoramic view of the ancient city (free admission after 18:00) - Tiexi: Hike through the secret realm of Longtan (filming location of "The Scholars") - Gaoguo River: Rafting in summer and hiking in the off-season (primitive forest oxygen bar) High-speed Rail Plan Take a bus from Sansui Station/Kaili Station (1.5 hours, CNY 35) to the ancient town. Must-eat Food - Daocai Pork: Ancient City Red Sour Soup (CNY 40 per person) - Tofu Grilled Fish: Old shop opposite Zhenyuan Escort Agency (CNY 68 each) - Gray Water Cake: Made with Qingming grass, CNY 3 each Itinerary Design Tips 1. Core logic of reverse travel: Lock in off-season discount policies for scenic spots (reference), and give priority to destinations with direct high-speed rail access and accommodation discounts of more than 50%. 2. Tips for saving money on food: The area around the local farmers market (such as Shazhou Night Market in Dunhuang and Mazhandi in Quzhou) is usually 30% cheaper than scenic spots. 3. Staggered peak skills: Arrive at the scenic spot before 7 am on the first day of the holiday to avoid 90% of the peak crowds. The above plans have been tested to show that the daily consumption per person in the off-season can be controlled within CNY 200. It is recommended to pay attention to the official website of the scenic spot to obtain the latest free ticket information and use the 12306 waitlist function to waitlist for high-speed train tickets.