2-day tour of Laojun Mountain and Chongdu Valley in Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province.

Embark on a journey into a "paradise on earth." This meticulously planned two-day adventure will take you from the cloud-shrouded Taoist temples atop Laojun Mountain to the tranquil bamboo forests and cascading waterfalls of Chongdu Valley.

1. Tour Highlights:

• Cyberpunk Golden Palace: Experience the Taoist sacred site at an altitude of 2200 meters, witness the Golden Palace and Jade Emperor Peak shining brightly amidst the sea of ​​clouds, and experience the breathtaking visual spectacle known as the "Chinese version of the Heavenly Palace."
• Dual Cable Car System: Includes round-trip rides on both the first-level (Zhongling/Yunji) and second-level (Fenglin) cable cars. Transforms a strenuous 6-hour climb into a 30-minute scenic journey through the clouds.
• Stress-Free Photography Trip: Significantly reduces physical exertion, allowing you to dedicate all your energy to capturing the stunning rock formations of the "Ten-Mile Gallery" and the peak moments.  Extremely friendly for photography enthusiasts, seniors, and families.
• In Chongdugou, enjoy a natural "forest oxygen bar," wash away the hustle and bustle of city life amidst streams and waterfalls, and experience the rare, gentle charm of a water town in the Central Plains region.

2. Itinerary Overview: 

Day 1:

• Laojun Mountain In-Depth Tour: A Day Trip to a Fairytale Realm in the Clouds - Overview: 

Ascend to the Clouds and Beyond (Double Cable Car Ride): Avoid strenuous climbing and take the Zhongling/Yun Jing + Fenglin double-section cable car round trip, easily reaching the core scenic area at an altitude of over 2000 meters.

Stroll through the Scenic Corridor: Walk along the ten-mile-long scenic skywalk, getting up close and personal with the visually stunning Qinling granite rock formations.

Seek Enlightenment at the Golden Summit: Ascend to the 2217-meter peak, pay homage to the Golden Temple and the Jade Emperor Peak Taoist temples, and experience the awe-inspiring "feast of wonders far from the mortal world."

A Feast of Light and Shadow: Witness the sunset and await the magical "cyberpunk" moment when the buildings on the Golden Summit are illuminated.

Day 2:

• Chongdugou In-Depth Tour: A Day Trip Summary of a Northern Water Town: 

Bamboo Forest Oxygen Therapy: Stroll through a vast bamboo forest corridor, deeply cleanse your lungs in this natural oxygen bar with its lush greenery, and experience the rare gentle and humid atmosphere of a northern water town.

Waterfall Exploration: Hike upstream, exploring spectacular waterfalls such as the Xiefen Waterfall and the Water Curtain Fairy Palace, and experience the refreshing ambiance of babbling springs and cascading waterfalls.

Local Folk Customs: Visit a farming village, experience traditional handicrafts such as ancient papermaking, winemaking, and blacksmithing, and relive the simple rural life of the western Henan mountains.

Authentic Local Life: Stay in a guesthouse by the stream, chat with locals under the starry sky, savor authentic wood-fired chicken and wild mountain vegetables, and deeply immerse yourself in the slow-paced mountain life.

3. Pricing & Practical Information：

3.1. The Fee Includes

• Attraction entrance fees (Laojun Mountain Scenic Area, Chongdugou):
• Laojun Mountain Scenic Area: Round-trip cable car (foot of the mountain to the middle of the mountain) + Round-trip cable car (middle of the mountain to Shili Huaping) and the "Knowing Laojun Mountain" performance.
• English-speaking tour guide (2 days).
• Local transportation (based on the number of participants, with one seat per person guaranteed).
• Car expenses during the tour, including a local driver (2 days).

3.2. The Fee Does Not Include

• Additional expenses due to force majeure such as traffic delays, strikes, weather, aircraft or equipment failure, flight cancellations or rescheduling;

• All personal expenses and any other expenses not mentioned in the fee inclusions;

• International airfare is not included;

• Visas on arrival are not included;

• Meals, alcoholic beverages, and other personal expenses are not included;

• Expenses incurred by the traveler;

3.3. Child Policy

Please contact customer service if you are traveling with children.

3.4. Tips: Before You Go - Essentials

1. Visa: Make sure your passport and Chinese visa are valid.

2. Cash & Payments: While mobile payments are popular, please bring some cash (RMB). We strongly recommend setting up Alipay and linking your international credit card; this will solve 95% of payment issues.

3. Internet: Purchase a Chinese data SIM card or activate international roaming in advance. Download a VPN (such as Astrill or ExpressVPN) if you need to use Google, Instagram, WhatsApp, etc.

4. Translation App: Download Google Translate or Microsoft Translate. Their "Live Chat" and "Camera Translation" features are lifesavers.

5. Maps APP.