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The First of the Five Great Mountains - Mount Tai

🗓️ Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Tai'an & Prepare at the Foot of the Mountain 💰 Budget: Transportation 300 RMB + Accommodation 80 RMB + Meals 40 RMB = 420 RMB Morning Choose train hard seat/hard sleeper (e.g., Beijing to Tai'an hard sleeper about 150 RMB, adjust transportation from other cities). Check in at a youth hostel/homestay at the foot of Mount Tai (60-80 RMB/night, recommended near Hongmen). Afternoon Visit Dai Temple (ticket 20 RMB, included in Mount Tai combo ticket, can save money). Purchase hiking supplies (flashlight 5 RMB, trekking poles 10 RMB, water/snacks 20 RMB). Evening Dine at the foot of the mountain snack street (recommended Mount Tai pancake rolled with scallions, 10 RMB). Day 2: Hiking Up the Mountain & Overnight at the Summit 💰 Budget: Ticket 115 RMB + Accommodation 100 RMB + Meals 50 RMB = 265 RMB Morning Hike via the Hongmen route (classic free route, ticket 115 RMB includes Dai Temple). Scenic spots along the way: Zhongtianmen, Yunbu Bridge, Shibapan (bring your own food, lunch 20 RMB). Afternoon Reach the summit at Nantianmen (about 4-6 hours), stay at the summit youth hostel dormitory (100 RMB/person, book in advance). Evening Simple meal at the summit (instant noodles + hot water 10 RMB). Watch the sunset, rest and prepare for the next day's sunrise. Day 3: Sunrise & Descend + Leisure Tour 💰 Budget: Cable car 100 RMB (optional) + Accommodation 80 RMB + Meals 50 RMB = 230 RMB Early Morning Watch sunrise at Yuhuangding/Riguan Peak (free, recommended to secure a spot before 5 AM). Morning Hike down (free) or take the Zhongtianmen cable car (one way 100 RMB, saves energy). Afternoon Check in at a city youth hostel (60-80 RMB/night), rest and adjust. Stroll Tai'an Old Street (free), try local snacks (budget 30 RMB). Evening Recommended: Mount Tai stir-fried chicken (40 RMB per person). Day 4: Return & Nearby Sightseeing 💰 Budget: Transportation 300 RMB + Meals 30 RMB + Others 50 RMB = 380 RMB Morning Visit Puzhao Temple (free) or Tai'an Museum (free). Buy local specialties (Mount Tai pancake 10 RMB, walnuts 20 RMB). Afternoon Return trip (train hard seat/hard sleeper, budget 300 RMB). 💰 Total Cost Breakdown Transportation: 600 RMB (round-trip train hard sleeper/hard seat) Accommodation: 260 RMB (3 nights youth hostel/homestay) Tickets/Cable Car: 215 RMB (combo ticket 115 + cable car 100 optional) Meals: 170 RMB (40 RMB per day average) Supplies/Others: 155 RMB (hiking gear, souvenirs, etc.) Total: 1400 RMB (600 RMB flexible for adjustments) 💡 Money-Saving Tips ✅ Transportation: Night train hard sleeper saves accommodation costs, buy tickets early for discounts. ✅ Tickets: Half price with student ID, combo tickets are more cost-effective. ✅ Accommodation: Book summit dormitory 2 weeks in advance to avoid peak season price hikes. ✅ Meals: Prices are high mid-mountain, bring your own snacks (chocolate, energy bars). ✅ Cable Car: If physically fit, hike down to save 100 RMB. 📸 Recommended Photo Spots 🌄 Sunrise at Yuhuangding (free, a must-see!) ⛩️ Nantianmen (summit landmark) 🏯 Dai Temple (starting point of Mount Tai culture) 🌿 Shibapan (steepest section, challenge yourself) This plan ensures you explore Mount Tai within a 2000 RMB budget, combining hiking challenges and cultural experiences, perfect for travel bloggers to share! Feel free to leave a comment if you need adjustments~ 🚀
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Posted: Oct 17, 2025
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