4-Day Longnan Tour | Classic Combination of Guan'egou and Wanxiang Cave・Suitable for All Groups

Longnan, a "Jiangnan on the Long" embraced by the Qinling and Min Mountains, hides the tranquility of canyons, the wonder of karst caves, and the charm of ancient towns. Listen to the waves by the lake with the elderly, accompany children to splash in the streams; here, every day you can touch the elegant beauty blending north and south. 🗓️Itinerary Overview D1: Arrive in Longnan → Guan'egou National Forest Park D2: Guan'egou → Eman Valley D3: Wanxiang Cave → Wen County Tianchi Lake D4: Qingmuchuan Ancient Town → Return 💦Day 1: Canyon Serenity · Waterfalls and Springs 📍Guan'egou National Forest Park (4A, ticket 100 RMB, sightseeing bus 45 RMB) Core Highlights: Known as "Little Jiuzhaigou of Gansu," the canyon features connected lakes, clusters of waterfalls, and 75% coverage of primeval forest, with an average summer temperature of 23°C. Elderly can take the sightseeing bus to the "Guan'e Waterfall" viewing platform, sit on stone benches to watch the waterfall like a white ribbon hanging down; children can splash in "Pearl Lake" (bring change of clothes), chase small fish, buy crystal pendants (25 RMB each), and listen to the guide tell the legend of the "Guan'e Fairy." 🕙Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00 📸Photo Spots: Guan'e Waterfall (waterfall with rainbow in the frame), Luren Village (lake and Tibetan houses reflected) 💡Tips: Free admission for seniors over 60, half price for sightseeing bus; many wooden plank paths in the canyon, gentle and easy to walk, no pressure for elderly. 🍖Recommended Dining: "Tibetan Family Restaurant" at the park entrance, must-try smoked pork with fern shoots (38 RMB), mashed potatoes (8 RMB/bowl), average 40 RMB per person, rich mountain flavors. 🏨Recommended Accommodation: Guan'egou "Luren Village Homestay" (Tibetan style, includes breakfast), priced 200-300 RMB/night, mountain view from the window. 🌿Day 2: Lakes Reflecting Green · Meadow Fun 📍Eman Valley (includes Guan'egou joint ticket, sightseeing bus 30 RMB) Core Highlights: The "sister valley" of Guan'egou, featuring lakes, meadows, and folk customs, with stunning views of "Tianchi Lake" and "Jinzun Waterfall." Elderly take the sightseeing bus to Tianchi Lake, stroll along the lake to see reflections; children play with water guns at "Eighteen Rapids" (20 RMB each), pick wildflowers, learn the Guozhuang dance at the "Folk Style Garden" (free), and buy Tibetan prayer flags (15 RMB/strand). 🕙Recommended Time: 8:30-15:00 (fewer people in the morning, clearer water views) 💡Tips: Meadow area is sunny, bring sun hats; summer is rainy, bring a folding umbrella. 🍖Recommended Dining: Eman Valley "Farmhouse Restaurant," must-try native chicken soup (68 RMB), cold walnut flower salad (20 RMB), average 50 RMB per person, fresh and delicious. 🗿Day 3: Karst Cave Exploration · Tianchi Lake Scenery 📍Wanxiang Cave (4A, ticket 80 RMB, guide fee 50 RMB) Core Highlights: "China's Number One Cave," formed 300 million years ago, with stalactites resembling the "Moon Palace" and "Dragon Palace," featuring magical light and shadow effects. Elderly take the main gentle route to see sights like "Rhino Gazing at the Moon" and "Wanxiang Lingzhi"; children use flashlights to illuminate stalactites, listen to the guide's "hidden treasure in the cave" legend, and buy cave models (30 RMB each). 🕙Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30 💡Tips: Constant temperature inside cave is 15°C, bring a light jacket; slippery ground, hold handrails; guided tours are more vivid, suitable for all groups. 📍Wen County Tianchi Lake (4A, ticket 40 RMB, sightseeing bus 20 RMB) Core Highlights: A highland barrier lake with emerald green water surrounded by mountains, said to be the "fairies' bathing place." Elderly take the sightseeing bus to the lakeside, sit on benches to watch boats pass by; children collect shells in the shallows, learn to row boats (30 RMB/hour), and buy dried Tianchi fish (25 RMB/bag). 📸Photo Spots: Tianchi Pier (panoramic lake and mountain scenery), Viewing Platform (people with lake island in the frame) 🏘️Day 4: Ancient Town Flavors · Sentimental Return 📍Qingmuchuan Ancient Town (4A, ticket 60 RMB) Core Highlights: An ancient town at the junction of Shaanxi, Gansu, and Sichuan provinces, known as the "one foot stepping into three provinces" town, with well-preserved Ming and Qing architecture, including "Huilongchang" old street and Wei Family Manor, full of local life atmosphere. Elderly listen to storytelling at the "Old Teahouse" (10 RMB per cup of tea), watch handmade noodle making; children chase sugar painting vendors (15 RMB each), learn lantern making (20 RMB each), and buy hand-painted ancient town maps (15 RMB each). 🕙Opening Hours: All day 💡Tips: Many stone slab roads in the ancient town, wear non-slip shoes; free admission for seniors over 60. 🍖Recommended Dining: "Wei Family Courtyard Restaurant" in the ancient town, must-try Qingmuchuan smoked pork (58 RMB/portion), walnut bread (5 RMB each), average 45 RMB per person, nostalgic town flavors. ✨Longnan Survival Guide 1️⃣Transportation: Taxi starting fare 6 RMB in the city, bus 1 RMB per ride; Guan'egou and Eman Valley accessible by tourist shuttle (15 RMB/person, 1 hour); Wanxiang Cave and Wen County Tianchi Lake recommended to hire a car (300 RMB/day), mountain roads are gentle and easy. 2️⃣Clothing: "Jiangnan on the Long" is rainy, bring a folding umbrella; wear light jackets in spring and autumn (cool mornings and evenings), short sleeves and long pants in summer (mosquito protection), down jackets in winter (wet and cold in mountains), and comfortable hiking shoes. 3️⃣Taboos: Do not touch stalactites inside caves; no littering in Guan'egou; respect local customs in the ancient town, do not enter private homes without permission. 4️⃣Accommodation: Stay in Guan'egou on D1-D2, Wen County town on D3, Qingmuchuan Ancient Town on D4 for convenient next-day travel. 🛍️Must-Buy Souvenirs ① Longnan Olive Oil (80 RMB/bottle, natural cold-pressed, healthy) ② Wen County Black Fungus (40 RMB/bag, thick and rootless, great for soup) ③ Tibetan Embroidery Pendants (30-50 RMB each, strong ethnic style) ④ Qingmuchuan Walnut Candy (20 RMB/bag, sweet but not greasy, loved by elderly and children) The soul of Longnan is the vitality splashed by Guan'egou's waterfalls, the wonder grown from Wanxiang Cave's stalactites, and the years paved by Qingmuchuan's bluestone slabs. Whether sunbathing by Tianchi Lake with parents, splashing in the canyon streams with children, or having tea with friends in the ancient town, every moment here hides the softness of Jiangnan and the richness of the Northwest. If you come to Longnan, would you first want to see the waterfalls at Guan'egou or explore the wonders of Wanxiang Cave?