[2025 Yishui Attraction] Travel Guide for Shandong Underground Grand Canyon (Updated Jul)

Did you freeze in winter? Then come to the underground Grand Canyon of Lishui, and keep the ambient temperature of 20 degrees all year round, very pleasant. In the underground Grand Canyon, the lights are flashing, the stream is flowing, the shape of the stalactites on both sides of the stone wall is strange and varied, and with the fascinating light, the whole cave is eccentric, and it feels like entering a fairyland. When you float in the stream, people are in the middle of the painting. The cave is really a mysterious adventure.

The Underground Grand Canyon was formed by karst fissures. Under the illumination of lights, the stalactites formed over hundreds of millions of years present a fantastical and dreamlike world. Riding a kayak and drifting along the underground river, the grandeur and awe constantly strike your retina. This wonder crafted by nature's miraculous work is a miracle slowly deposited over time. Each stalactite tells the story of the past.

🌟Top Attractions & Highlights 1. Yimeng Mountain Yunmeng Scenic Area (5A｜Top Recommendation) - Forest Coaster: Zoom through a 1km canyon (¥60), an exhilarating mountain rollercoaster - China Waterfall: 80m drop in rainy season, frequent rainbows (best viewed from "Rain King Temple" platform) 2. Underground Grand Canyon (4A) - Underground River Drift: 1,200m subterranean adventure (¥60) among stunning stalactites 3. Zhuguang Village (4A) - Bamboo-shaded ancient village with stream trekking, pancake-making demo (¥10), and stone cottage stays (¥200+) 4. Wang Xizhi’s Former Residence - Inkstone Pool + authentic calligraphy steles, a calligraphy lover’s paradise (¥20 entry) --- 🚉Transport Guide - Main Transit: - ✈️ Flight: Linyi Qiyang Airport → Airport shuttle to downtown (¥25, 40min) - 🚄 Bullet Train: Arrive at Linyi North Station, taxi to center (¥30) - Scenic Area Transit: - Downtown → Yimeng Mountain: Take Mengshan Tourist Line bus (¥15, 1.5hrs) - Downtown → Underground Canyon: Yishui bus (¥20) → transfer to scenic shuttle (¥5) --- 👍3-Day Itinerary Day1: Geological Wonders - AM: Underground Grand Canyon (rafting + firefly cave) - PM: Firefly Water Cave (starry tunnel experience) → Stay in Yishui (Blue Horizon Hotel ¥260) Day2: Nature & Culture - AM: Yunmeng Scenic Area (coaster + waterfall) - PM: Zhuguang Village (pancake-making + bamboo forest photos) → Overnight in stone cottage Day3: Heritage Tour - Wang Xizhi’s Residence → Yinqueshan Han Bamboo Slips Museum (where "The Art of War" was unearthed) → Depart --- 👍Pro Tips 1. Ticket Savings - Combo Ticket: Yunmeng + Underground Canyon ¥200 (save ¥40) - Zhuguang Night Ticket ¥60 (enter after 16:30 for light shows) 2. Food Map - Must-try: Yimeng "Bachelor Chicken" (Xiangmin Fried Chicken ¥98), scallion pancakes (made fresh in Zhuguang) - Snack: Sa Soup (Chaoyang Sa Soup ¥10, opens at 3AM) 3. Stays - Yimeng Mountain: Mengshan Club (¥300, wake to sea of clouds) - Downtown: Pullman Linyi (¥400, near Wang Xizhi’s home) 4. Warnings - ❌ Avoid "free ride" scams (detours for shopping pitches) - ❌ Underground Canyon is chilly (bring a jacket, rentals cost ¥30) - ❌ Skip jade purchases in Zhuguang’s commercial street (fakes common) 💰 Budget: Tickets ¥300 + Transport ¥150 + Lodging ¥500 + Food ¥200 ≈ ¥1150/3 days --- 📝Final Notes 📸 Photo Ops: - Yunmeng’s Sky Pot Waterfall (morning backlight rainbows) - Zhuguang’s Lishui Street stone bridge (wear Hanfu for reflection shots) 🚶 Energy Savers: - Yunmeng cable car one-way ¥70 (saves 2hrs hiking) - Rent e-bikes in Zhuguang (¥30/hr, avoid midday sun) 🌸 Best Seasons: - May: Zhuguang’s fresh bamboo greens - Jul-Aug: Peak waterfall flow - Oct: Yimeng’s crimson maple leaves 🌟 Hidden Gem: Hongshi Village Night Tour (5km from Zhuguang), weekend iron-flower shows (20:00) rival fireworks!

📍 Address and Transportation Address: Yaodianzi Town, Yishui County, Linyi City, Shandong Province. Self-driving: It is recommended to drive by yourself. Parking is convenient at the south gate, and the parking fee is 10 yuan per vehicle. Public transportation: You can take bus k10 to the China Unicom bus stop, transfer to k215 to Linyi Zoo and Botanical Garden Station (get off at the south gate), and then transfer to the Underground Grand Canyon. 🕒 Opening Hours All year round: Open from 08:00 to 18:30, last entry at 17:30. 🎫 Ticket Prices Adult ticket: 98 yuan per person (Saturday and Sunday), 86 yuan per person (Monday to Friday). Discount policy: Discounts are available for children, the elderly, students, disabled people, and other specific groups. 🎢 Attractions Sightseeing car: 10 yuan per person, walking is recommended. Underground river rafting: 60 yuan per person, the whole journey is 1000 meters, suitable for family trips. Firefly cave: 55 yuan per person, not recommended, average experience. 📸 Photo Recommendations Cave rafting: Take photos of stalactites under colorful lights. Butterfly Valley: Take photos of flying butterflies. 💡 Notes Tickets: Valid for single entry, remember to bring all your belongings. Food: It is recommended to bring your own food, as dining options within the scenic area are limited.

Shandong Underground Grand Canyon, Super Large Karst Cave ||| Located in Yishui County, Linyi City, 5A Scenic Area, huge karst fissures developed and are known as "China's No. 1 Underground River Rafting Cave". There is a small flying dragon rail car at the gate. There are too many people queuing up, and the queuing time is estimated to be more than 20 minutes. Experienced friends told me to take a sightseeing bus there. As expected, there were fewer people and the price was cheaper. ----- 🎫Tickets: Purchase tickets in advance online, Grand Canyon 💰64/person, Firefly Cave 💰55/person, combined ticket for two scenic spots 💰115/person. Those under 1.2 meters tall and over 70 years old are free of charge, and there are discounts for students. 🌟First stop-Linyi Underground Grand Canyon Tickets purchased online do not need to be exchanged for paper and can be entered directly by scanning the code. 🚗Transportation: Parking fee in the scenic area is 10 yuan ⚠️Notes: 1⃣️You can take the 30-yuan Little Flying Dragon directly to the entrance of the Grand Canyon at the entrance. There are many people queuing up. If you walk a few minutes further in, there is a 10-yuan sightseeing bus that goes directly to the entrance. It is more cost-effective and does not require queuing. 2⃣️ Known as "China's No. 1 Rafting Underground River Cave", rafting 💰60/person, children under 1.2 meters are free of charge. Free footmuffs are provided. The entire 1,000-meter rafting journey is relatively slow and will hardly get your clothes wet. It takes about four or five minutes and the children are super excited. If you just walk without rafting, you can complete the entire distance in 10 minutes. 3⃣️There is no food for sale in the cave, so it is recommended to bring your own dry food 4⃣️After 2 hours of sightseeing, the karst landscape is very shocking. The children were excited throughout the whole process. The book knowledge was realized and they introduced various geographical knowledge to me non-stop. This trip was not in vain. 🌟Second stop-Glowworm Cave About 20 minutes drive from the Grand Canyon Tickets purchased online do not need to be exchanged for paper and can be entered directly by scanning the QR code. 🚗Transportation: Parking fee in the scenic area is 10 yuan ⚠️Notes: 1⃣️The entrance sightseeing car costs 10 yuan, and it takes about 5 minutes to reach the Dish Waterfall. It is not the entrance of the glowworm cave! Next, we have to start a long walk, and we are still far away from the glowworm cave. Maybe it’s because of winter. There are only a few or two butterflies in Butterfly Valley, and there are artificial flowers everywhere. 2⃣️Outdoor rafting💰55/person, children under 1.2 meters are free of charge. It's not as fun as rafting in the Grand Canyon, it's gentler and goes straight to the entrance of the Glowworm Cave. 3⃣️After entering the Glowworm Cave, there is a section of underground river where everyone queues up to take a boat ride. It is pitch dark inside. Maybe because of the winter, there are only some fixed flashing lights above the head, which are more like lights than fireflies🤔 4⃣️After 3 hours of shopping, the sightseeing car at the exit will charge an additional 10 yuan to be sent to the entrance. Personally I don’t recommend it, it’s totally enough to go to the Grand Canyon!

A Glimpse of Disappointment in Depth - The Unconventional Journey to Linyi's Underground Grand Canyon and the Firefly Cave I must admit, the visit to the Underground Grand Canyon and the Firefly Cave weighed heavily on my soul, compelling me to express my turbulent emotions. The so-called natural wonders and fairyland on earth left me with nothing but a sense of helpless head-shaking. Underground Grand Canyon The name of the Underground Grand Canyon is magnificent, yet the reality is so incongruous. Upon entry, you're immediately forced to buy a combo ticket, with the price tag mercilessly inflated, and the subsequent 'Little Flying Dragon' adds new scars to the already hefty ticket cost. Is this a tour or another form of exploitation? Not far into the journey, you're recommended to take a rafting trip, which I assumed was included in the ticket, only to find it's a separate transaction. If you don't comply, even finding your way out can be confusing. Firefly Cave The Firefly Cave, once anticipated for its romantic moments, turns out to be a letdown. The attractions are far apart, with inconvenient transportation, leaving one exhausted and half-hearted. The so-called firefly cave, with its sparse lighting, resembles the lonely stars in the night sky, far different from the twinkling stars I had imagined. Here's a detailed guide, hoping that future visitors won't follow in my footsteps of regret: 1. Ticket budget: The total cost of the combo ticket and additional activities should not exceed 300 yuan, and be wary of extra charges. 2. Transportation: Self-driving tourists can flexibly arrange their schedule, while other visitors should consider the convenience of round-trip transportation. 3. Sightseeing options: Participate in rafting and other activities at your discretion, but assess their value for money. 4. Firefly experience: Avoid buying irrelevant souvenirs and adjust your expectations to prevent disappointment. Shandong, your underground wonders are natural treasures bestowed by Mother Nature, yet the excessive commercialization has stripped these treasures of their original luster. Lin Huiyin once said, 'Falling in love with a city may be for a person, or for the lush mountains and waters.' Now, as I try to fall in love with this land, all I see is a thick commercial haze, obscuring the pure beauty of nature.

Driving from Lianyungang to Linyi only takes 2 hours, and you can take your kids on a textbook-like cave exploration adventure! 🚗🏞 The first stop, Linyi Underground Grand Canyon, buy tickets online in advance, scan the code directly to enter, saving time and effort! 🎫💰 At the entrance, between the little dragon and the sightseeing car, I chose the latter, which is super cost-effective, no need to queue, straight to the cave entrance! 🚌💨 Known as 'China's number one underground river drifting cave', the 60 yuan drifting experience is free for children, the whole journey is 1000 meters, and you hardly get wet, a four to five minutes drift, the kids are as excited as if they've discovered a new continent! 🌊👧 There's no food sold in the cave, remember to bring your own snacks! After a 2-hour tour, the karst landscape is breathtaking, and the kids can't stop sharing their geographical knowledge with me, this trip is truly worthwhile! 📚🌟 The second stop, the Firefly Cave, although the winter experience may not be as good as in summer, it is still worth a visit. 🔦🌌 The sightseeing car at the entrance takes you to the disc waterfall in 5 minutes, followed by a long walk. The outdoor drifting goes straight to the cave entrance, although it's not as thrilling as the Grand Canyon, it's exciting enough for the kids. Inside the Firefly Cave, although the lights above look more like lamps, this sense of mystery also fills the kids with curiosity about nature. After a 3-hour tour, although the sightseeing car at the exit charges a fee, the experience is definitely worth it! Finally, the fried chicken shop in Linyi, although I didn't have time to taste it, I heard it's absolutely delicious! 🍗😋 If you've tried it, be sure to tell me in the comments section!

⛰【Travel Guide】 📍Detailed Address: Underground Grand Canyon, Yongfuzhuang Village, Yaodianzi Town, Yishui County, Linyi City, Shandong Province 🚗Transportation Guide: 🕙Opening Hours: 8:50—16:00 💰Ticket Price: Adult tickets start from 98 RMB 🌟Highlights: The Underground Grand Canyon is a rare karst landform cave in the north, developed from a huge karst fracture, and is the number one underground river rafting cave in China with a depth of over a hundred meters, where you can experience exciting rafting. The surrounding area has a firefly water cave which children will love, and you can buy a combo ticket to visit both. 📌Little Tips: Bring waterproof clothing for rafting

Decided to go to Linyi, Shandong for the holidays, with the intention of avoiding popular tourist spots for a relaxed time walking with the kids, sightseeing, and enjoying good food. Unexpectedly, I still ended up at a 5A-rated tourist spot, haha. Since I was there, I might as well fully experience this controversial online destination and then summarize it for everyone. First, the conclusion: the Underground Grand Canyon and the subsequent Firefly Cave are attractions that require a lot of physical strength. Both areas are particularly large, and if you plan to walk the entire way, the Grand Canyon alone has an estimated 4-kilometer loop with no restrooms in between. If you have the stamina and want to see the underground cave scenery, don't hesitate, just book your ticket and go. Now for the details, the management of the scenic area has really put in the effort this year 1️⃣🚗🅿️ Parking is managed from the start, quite orderly, and charged per visit, ten yuan each time. Just that if you arrive late, you'll have to park further away and walk up the hill. 2️⃣ This year, electronic tickets no longer need to be exchanged for paper ones, you can directly scan the QR code to enter the scenic area. 3️⃣ The scenic area has affordable convenience stores, which I've tried and can confirm are reasonably priced. If needed, go there to buy, and avoid the roadside stalls. 4️⃣ For the scenery inside the cave, you can refer to the pictures I took from image 3 to image 13. As for the flow of visitors, refer to image 14, it's basically quite easy to walk around. Some small tips for the trip: 1️⃣ Regarding the 'Little Dragon' from the bottom of the mountain to the cave entrance, personally, I don't think it's necessary to ride it. It's expensive (30 yuan) and has long queues. Although the scenic area highly recommends it, don't believe their claim of a 3000-meter mountain path, it's actually about 1.5 kilometers. If you really don't want to walk, there's also a sightseeing car later on, with no queues and only costs 10 yuan, haha. 2️⃣ Regarding the cave rafting, if you want to experience the thrill, go for it. If not, there's no need to spend 60 yuan per person for it. Walking is also quite fast. 3️⃣ Half a day is enough for the visit, any more is unnecessary as there's not much else to do, and there's virtually no dining on the mountain. Alright, that's a lot of rambling, looking forward to everyone having new experiences during the holidays

Oh my god, this is actually an underground world! The wonders of nature are so amazing! This is an underground cave kingdom with unique features, developed from huge karst fissures and formed between about 65 million and 230 million years ago. The cave is 6,100 meters long, of which 3,100 meters have been developed. Definitely worth a play! Linyi City Yishui County Underground Grand Canyon Scenic Area I recommend everyone to come and play. You can buy a combined ticket for two scenic spots (Underground Grand Canyon + Firefly Water Cave), which is super cheap! Available in 2 days! People under 1.2 meters and over 70 years old are free of charge, and student tickets are discounted! Tickets purchased online can be entered by scanning the QR code directly without exchanging them for paper tickets. Transportation: Parking fee in the scenic area is 10 yuan The karst landforms in the cave and the stalactites of various shapes are very photogenic! There are more than one hundred scenic spots in the cave, including "One River", "Nine Springs", "Nine Palaces", "Twelve Waterfalls" and "Twelve Gorges". The temperature in the cave is kept at 18 degrees all year round, and it takes 2 hours to complete the tour! Recommended check-in: rafting in the cave Known as "China's No. 1 Underground River Rafting Cave", the entire course is 1,000 meters The rafting is relatively slow and your clothes will hardly get wet, so both the elderly and children can play! Super fun! Rafting is 60/person, children under 1.2 meters are free of charge. If you don't raft and just walk, you can complete the whole journey in 20 minutes! Note: 1. After checking in, you will arrive at the entrance of the Grand Canyon Cave and can take a ride on the Little Flying Dragon (30 yuan/person), which you can control yourself. Or you can walk a few minutes further inside and take a sightseeing battery car (10 yuan/person) to the cave entrance, which has the same experience. 2. There is no food for sale in the cave, so it is recommended to bring your own dry food when visiting the cave! 3. There is no toilet in the cave, you need to go out of the cave to find one! 4. There are many people selling raincoats outside the scenic area, but it is not recommended to buy them! Rafting without getting wet!

🍁Autumn in Linyi is the perfect time to experience the beauty of nature's masterful creations. On this trip, I visited the Underground Grand Canyon in Linyi, a place filled with mystery and surprises. Follow me and let's explore this enchanting land together! 🌟The Underground Grand Canyon is located in Yongfu Village on the West Second Ring Road in Yishui County, Linyi City, where you can find astonishing cave landscapes. Stepping into the cave is like entering a wondrous world. 🌳Inside the Underground Grand Canyon, there are more than 100 scenic spots including a river, nine springs, nine palaces, twelve waterfalls, and twelve gorges. One of the most famous attractions is the 'Nine Dragon Palace,' resembling a magnificent palace. Walking through the caves, one can feel a sense of grandeur and solemnity. I was deeply attracted by these ancient and mysterious structures. 🌊The Seabed Mantle, this attraction seems to transport me to a dreamy underwater world. The flowing lights make the entire cave appear even more mysterious and enchanting. The scenery here is so captivating that I feel as if I've arrived in a magical fantasy world. ✨Twin Towers Jade Lamp, the lights between the twin towers decorate the cave like a fairy tale. The light reflecting off the cave walls creates a mysterious and warm atmosphere. Looking at this beautiful scene, my mood becomes peaceful and fulfilled. 🚣‍♀️The most unforgettable experience for me was visiting the 'Underground River' in the Underground Grand Canyon. Sitting in a small boat, drifting slowly along the dark river, I felt the depth of the water and the tranquility of the cave. The colorful lights on the boat added a romantic and mysterious atmosphere to the journey, making me feel as if I were in a fantasy fairy tale. 💛The underground river rafting is thrilling and exciting, with ups and downs and mist on the sides. This 'Number One Underground River Rafting Cave in China' has been certified by the Shanghai Great World Guinness Headquarters as 'China's Longest Cave Rafting'. It would be a regret not to experience it. 🎈Visiting the Underground Grand Canyon, you can not only feel the power and magic of nature but also experience different beautiful scenery and excitement. This autumn, why not come to Linyi and explore this magical underground world together? Without leaving the urban area, you can find such a unique travel destination, which is truly a marvel of nature's craftsmanship. Practical Tips: 🔸There are three options for entering the cave: walking, taking a sightseeing car, or riding the 'Little Dragon'. It is recommended to try the 'Little Dragon' monorail electric slide car. It is said to be one of the longest eco-tourism projects in the country, not only saving energy and time but also allowing you to enjoy the thrill of speeding through the mountains. 🎫Information: 👉Underground Grand Canyon ticket: 98 yuan. 👉Little Dragon (small train): 30 yuan 👉Sightseeing car: 10 yuan 👉Underground river rafting: 60 yuan 👉Fantasy of the Earth's Core: 40 yuan 💫Travel to Linyi to discover the magical Underground Grand Canyon💫, and I had an unforgettable journey. In this beautiful autumn, come to Linyi with family and friends, get close to the Underground Grand Canyon, and you will surely leave with wonderful memories. Why not plan a trip to get close to nature and feel the charm of the natural world!

went on a random weekend trip with my friends to visit Linyi Underground great Canyons. if you're nearby it's definitely worth your time! there's even an opportunity to take a small raft through the caverns.

This is one of the few 5A-level scenic spots in Shandong Province, China. It is a karst cave that was formed between 230 million and 65 million years ago. Of the total length of 6,100 meters, only about 3,100 meters are open to tourists. However, contrary to expectations, the cave itself is not a place with much to see. It is mainly a type of sports where you can ride a cave rafting or a more thrilling train. In particular, the train, such as the sky bike, must be operated manually and has a sense of speed, so it is secretly thrilling. However, since it is a bit disappointing to see this place alone, it is better to combine it with the nearby ‘Firefly Manual’. #China #Shandong Province #Yishui #Groundwater Canyon #Cave Rafting

You can also take a romantic hot air balloon at your doorstep, no longer have to worry about saving money to Turkey. The first hot air balloon in the province landed in the scenic area of Lishui Grand Canyon, and there was a helicopter to fly you. So excited, there is wood, bring you her, we meet in the scenic spot.