Jincheng 4-Day 3-Night Travel Guide

Have a Blast with a 3000 RMB Budget Budget Explanation This budget of 3000 RMB covers accommodation, meals, tickets, transportation, and other expenses. Accommodation is chosen for cost-effectiveness, including hotels or homestays. Meals focus on tasting local specialties, and transportation mainly uses public transit, allowing you to fully experience the beauty of Jincheng within the budget. Itinerary Day 1: Huangcheng Xiangfu — Guoyu Ancient City ● Morning: After arriving in Jincheng, take public transportation to the national 5A-level scenic spot—Huangcheng Xiangfu (ticket 120 RMB). This is the former residence of Chen Tingjing, chief editor of the Kangxi Dictionary, featuring a Ming and Qing dynasty castle-style official residence complex. It is recommended to watch the 9:00 AM "Welcoming the Imperial Procession" opening ceremony to experience ancient ritual culture. ● Noon: Enjoy local delicacies near Huangcheng Xiangfu, such as roasted pig liver and fried dough corners. ● Afternoon: Head to Guoyu Ancient City, not far from Huangcheng Xiangfu. Known as "China’s First Rural City," you can stroll along ancient streets, admire Ming and Qing architectural styles, and feel the weight of history. ● Evening: Return to the city center and sample various snacks at the night market, such as Jincheng fried cold noodles and Gaoping roasted tofu, then check into your hotel to rest. Day 2: Tianguan Wangfu — Dijicheng ● Morning: Visit Tianguan Wangfu, the former residence of Wang Guoguang, a prominent Ming dynasty politician and reformer. Here you can tour the ancient mansion and learn about Ming official culture and architectural style. ● Noon: Dine around Tianguan Wangfu and try local specialty noodles like Yangcheng roasted liver noodles. ● Afternoon: Proceed to Dijicheng, a castle-style village built by Ming dynasty minister Zhang Shenyan. Its unique architecture features city walls made from iron smelting crucibles, making it very distinctive. ● Evening: Return to the city and enjoy the "Top Ten Bowls of Jincheng," a traditional local banquet. Day 3: Wangmangling — Xiyagou ● Morning: Travel to Wangmangling Scenic Area, the highest peak of the Southern Taihang Mountains, known for spectacular sea of clouds, unique peaks, and sunrises. You can hike to appreciate the natural scenery and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship. ● Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant within the scenic area, tasting some farmhouse dishes. ● Afternoon: Visit Xiyagou, named after legends of immortals and Taoist alchemists who once smelted tin and refined elixirs here. The area features beautiful canyon scenery and simple rural charm, perfect for a relaxing stroll. ● Evening: Stay overnight near Xiyagou to experience the peaceful countryside night. Day 4: Jueshan ● Morning: Head to Jueshan, praised as "the foremost wonder of Jin and Wei rivers and mountains." You can hike to enjoy natural views and visit temples and Taoist shrines on the mountain to feel the religious cultural atmosphere. ● Noon: Eat at a restaurant at the foot of Jueshan, sampling local specialty dishes. ● Afternoon: End the trip, pack up, and return home. Accommodation Recommendations ● City Hotels: Relatively affordable with convenient transportation, making it easy to reach various attractions. Choose from chain hotels or homestays. ● Scenic Area Homestays: For a closer experience of the scenic atmosphere, consider staying near attractions like Wangmangling or Xiyagou. Food Recommendations ● Specialty Snacks: Jincheng fried cold noodles, Gaoping roasted tofu, fried dough corners, Yangcheng roasted liver, etc. ● Specialty Dishes: Roasted pig liver, Jincheng Top Ten Bowls, Yangcheng mixed dishes, etc. ● Specialty Noodles: Yangcheng roasted liver noodles, Min Gedou, etc. Transportation Guide ● External Transportation: Arrive first at Jincheng city center. You can take a train or long-distance bus from Nanyang to Jincheng. ● Internal Transportation: Jincheng city has buses to various attractions. For longer distances between scenic spots, taxis or tourist shuttle buses are recommended. Following this guide and reasonably managing expenses, a 3000 RMB budget can cover this 4-day, 3-night trip to Jincheng.