National Day Suichang Four Days Three Nights Relaxation Guide

👍🏻Recommended Reasons - Fewer people, beautiful scenery: mountains, water, terraced fields, ancient villages, tea gardens, hot springs all included, not overly commercialized, relaxed and pleasant. - Perfect pace: 2-3 spots per day, not tiring, suitable for a "relaxing" vacation. - Rich experiences: sightseeing and water activities during the day, hot springs and stargazing at night, full vacation vibe. 🗺Attractions Introduction - Nanjianyan Scenic Area: misty terraced fields and forests, poetic scenery. Walk on the glass bridge, heart racing along with the view. - Banling Village: a very spiritual small mountain village, strong local life atmosphere, perfect for strolling and relaxing. - Wangcunkou Red Ancient Town: learn about revolutionary history, experience red culture, rich in humanities. - Dushan Ancient Village: bluestone paths, rammed earth walls, old ancestral halls, time seems to slow down, great for photos. - Xianxia Lake Shuili Park: emerald lake surface, like an ink wash landscape painting. Walking along the lake, every shot looks beautiful. - Suichang Gold Mine National Mining Park: a "gold panning" journey, learn about the history of gold mining, fun and educational. - Marvelous Water Sports Park: kayak and paddleboard on Xianxia Lake, excellent water experience (weather permitting). - Leling Ten Thousand Mu Tea Sea: take a deep breath in the tea garden, fragrant tea aroma, very healing. 🚗Transportation to Attractions - Major transport: first arrive at Suichang County. Self-driving or local car hire recommended, as attractions are scattered and having a car offers more freedom. - Navigation: just search by attraction name, road conditions are generally good but mountain roads are winding, drive slowly. 🗺Itinerary - Day 1: Nanjianyan Scenic Area → Banling Village → Stay at Xinghe Lanyue Homestay - Day 2: Wangcunkou Red Ancient Town → Dushan Ancient Village → Jiaotan Fish Head → Stay at Hongxingping Hot Spring Boutique Hotel (hot spring soak at night) - Day 3: Water Sports Park → Xianxia Lake Shuili Park → Stay at Leling Ten Thousand Mu Tea Sea - Day 4: Suichang Gold Mine National Mining Park → County Food → Return trip 🍱Food Recommendations - Jiaotan Fish Head: tender fish meat, fresh and delicious soup, local specialty. - 0578 Food Stall: a must-visit in Suichang! Recommended to try local specialty "Wolete" (black fish). - Local farmhouse dishes: dried bamboo shoots, cured meat, native chicken pot, yellow rice cake are classics, simple flavors, very appetizing. 💰Cost Information - Ticket reference: Nanjianyan about 80 RMB; Gold Mine Park about 98 RMB (subject to on-site prices). - Accommodation reference: boutique homestays/hotels about 500-1500 RMB/night, prices may rise during National Day, booking in advance recommended. - Meal reference: main meals about 60-100 RMB per person, flexible. - Others: water activities, hot springs, and other experiences are pay-as-you-go. 📌Other Tips - Large temperature difference: cool mornings and evenings in the mountains, bring a light jacket even in summer. - Mountain road safety: many curves, drive slowly and yield. - Book in advance: popular homestays, restaurants, and experience projects during National Day should be reserved early. - Lighting advice: best photo light is early morning and evening, high success rate. - Shoe choice: comfortable, non-slip sports shoes or hiking shoes recommended.