Songyuan, Chagan Lake
Songyuan 3-Day 2-Night Itinerary (Budget: 2000 RMB)
Day 1:
Morning:
Arrive in Songyuan and check into a budget hotel (Recommended: Home Inn, Hanting, etc., approximately 200 RMB/night).
Visit Chagan Lake Tourist Resort (Entrance Fee: 80 RMB) to enjoy the magnificent scenery of China's seventh largest freshwater lake and experience fishing and hunting culture.
Lunch:
Enjoy a whole fish feast at a fish restaurant near Chagan Lake (approximately 100 RMB/person). Recommended dishes: stewed bighead carp, fried silverfish, caviar.
Afternoon:
Take a boat tour on Chagan Lake (Boat Ticket: 50 RMB) and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Visit the Chagan Lake Fishing and Hunting Culture Museum (Entrance Fee: 30 RMB) to learn about the history of winter fishing and fishing techniques.
Evening:
Return to the city and sample local snacks at the Songyuan Night Market (approximately 50 RMB/person). Recommended: grilled cold noodles, sticky rice cakes, and pickled cabbage with pork belly.
Check into the hotel and rest.
Day 2:
Morning:
Visit Gan'an Mud Forest National Geological Park (Entrance Fee: 60 RMB) to admire the unique mud forest landforms and experience the wonders of nature.
Lunch:
Enjoy local farm-style cuisine in Gan'an County (approx. 80 RMB/person). Recommended dishes include: stewed chicken with mushrooms, stewed pork with vermicelli, and vegetables with dipping sauce.
Afternoon:
Visit Hala Maodu Grassland (free) to experience the grassland scenery, horseback riding (optional, approx. 100 RMB/hour), or take photos.
Evening:
Return to the city and enjoy dinner at a Mongolian yurt restaurant (approx. 120 RMB/person), sampling Mongolian delicacies such as hand-pulled mutton and milk tea.
Check into the hotel and rest.
Day 3:
Morning:
Visit Longhua Temple (Entrance Fee: 20 RMB) to experience Buddhist culture and admire ancient architecture.
Visit Songyuan City Museum (free) to learn about Songyuan's history, culture, and natural resources.
Lunch:
Enjoy Korean cuisine in the city (approximately 70 RMB/person). Recommended dishes: cold noodles, bibimbap, and kimchi.
Afternoon:
Depending on your return trip, you can choose to purchase some Songyuan specialties, such as Chagan Lake fish products and Gan'an yellow millet.
End of your enjoyable Songyuan trip.
Estimated Cost:
Accommodation: 400 RMB (200 RMB/night x 2 nights)
Dining: 570 RMB (100+50+80+120+70+150)
Entrance Fees: 240 RMB (80+50+30+60+20)
Transportation: 300 RMB (city transportation and round trip)
Others: 200 RMB (shopping, etc.)
Total: Approximately 1710 RMB (The remaining 290 RMB can be used as contingency funds or for upgrading experiences)
Optional Upgrades:
Stay in a more upscale hotel.
Enjoy more refined local cuisine.
Participate in additional paid attractions or activities, such as Chagan Lake winter fishing (limited to winter only).
Friendly Reminder:
The above itinerary is for reference only and can be adjusted according to your own circumstances.
Book hotels and tickets in advance, especially during holidays.
Be aware of weather changes and bring rain gear and sun protection.
Respect local customs and traditions and practice civilized tourism.
Have a pleasant trip!