Stunning Danxia + Journey to the West Check-in 2K Budget Travel Guide for Linze

Two-day itinerary highlights: ✅ Capture breathtaking Danxia landforms ✅ Immersive Journey to the West themed check-in ✅ Enjoy authentic Northwest cuisine to your heart’s content 💰Total budget: under 2K 🗓️Day 1: Magical Danxia Mountain Tour Transportation suggestions: 🚗 Self-driving navigation: Zhangye Danxia National Geopark (North Entrance) 🚄 High-speed rail: Get off at Linze South Station, then taxi about 30 minutes 🌞 Morning itinerary: ⏰9:00-12:00 📍 Danxia Mountain National Geopark (Nantai Village, Nijia Ying Township, Linze County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province) 🎫 Tickets: from 80 RMB 🚍 Eco-bus: 20 RMB ✨ Must-visit spots: • Qicai Guariyan (Best sunrise viewing point) • Ghostly Masterpiece Tianshu Rock • Fairy-like Feixian Rock 📸 Photo tips: Wearing red or white clothes makes for better photos 🍜 Lunch recommendations: • Scenic area simple meals (50-80 RMB) • Recommended dish: Danxia native chicken pot (farmhouse restaurant near the exit) 🌄 Afternoon itinerary: ⏰13:00-17:00 🚠 Summit options: • Hiking to the top (free) • Cable car one-way 50 RMB (recommended for those with less stamina) 🏔️ Summit view: 360° panoramic view of the colorful Danxia, absolutely stunning! 🌙 Accommodation recommendations: 🏨 Comfortable hotels in Linze County (150-250 RMB/night) Choose hotels rated 4.5+ for reliability 🍢 Must-eat dinner: • Linze beef noodles (30 RMB) • Stir-fried lamb (50 RMB) 🌟 Local favorite: Lao Ma’s Beef Noodle Restaurant 🗓️Day 2: Deep Journey to the West Cultural Tour ⏰8:00-9:00 🍳 Breakfast: A warm bowl of Saozi noodles (20 RMB) 🐒 Morning itinerary: ⏰9:00-12:00 📍 Linze Journey to the West Cultural Park (Central area of Linze County) 🎫 Tickets: 60 RMB 🌈 Must-try attractions: • Sun Wukong vs. Bull Demon King 4D Cinema • Zhu Bajie Carrying Wife Interactive Zone • Xuanzang’s Pilgrimage Cultural Corridor 💡 Tip: Check performance times in advance 🏰 Afternoon itinerary: ⏰13:00-16:00 📍 Linze Ancient City (Shah Town, Linze County) ✨ Check-in highlights: • Ming Dynasty ancient city wall ruins • Traditional handicraft workshops • Unique cultural and creative shops 📸 Photo spot: The ancient city gate tower is perfect for photos! 💰 Budget breakdown (per person): Transportation: 800-1000 RMB Tickets: 150 RMB Accommodation: 200 RMB Meals: 200 RMB Others: 50 RMB 💡 Travel tips: 1️⃣ Best time to photograph Danxia Mountain: early morning/dusk 2️⃣ Remember to bring sunscreen and a hat (UV rays are very strong!) 3️⃣ Journey to the West Park is crowded on holidays, recommend off-peak visits 4️⃣ Specialty recommendations: Linze small dates, yak jerky