Liaoning welcomes you! 6 days and 5 nights for 3000 RMB to have a blast, and you’ll want to come back when you have time

🌊《 Liaoning 6 Days 5 Nights · Mountain and Sea Liaodong Tour》Budget 3000 RMB｜Visit Shenyang Imperial Palace｜Climb Qianshan Mountain｜Tour Dalian Coast｜Soak in Hot Springs｜Eat Guobaorou + Seafood Buffet✨ With 3000 RMB, experience the depth and romance of the "Eldest Son of the Republic"📍Trip Theme: History + Coastline + Hot Springs + Food + Light Hiking📅 Duration: 6 days 5 nights (ideal for annual leave/graduation trips)💰 Total Budget: 3000 RMB (per person, economical and comfortable)🎯 Suitable for: Students / Couples / Families / Solo Travelers / Photography Enthusiasts>✅ Liaoning, the "Cultural Gateway" of Northeast China —> home to the imperial grandeur of the Qing Dynasty’s origin, the romantic coast where the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea meet,> spectacular northern landscapes of Qianshan’s peaks and valleys, and seafood stalls where you can eat your fill for 10 RMB.> This guide helps you turn 3000 RMB into a 30,000 RMB quality experience!--- ✅ Budget Breakdown (Total: 3000 RMB) | Item | Details | Amount ||------|------|------|| Round-trip Transport | Train hard sleeper or high-speed train second class (starting from Beijing) | 280 ×2 = 560 RMB || Local Transport | High-speed train + bus + subway + taxi | 300 RMB || Accommodation (5 nights) | Comfortable hotels (average 300 RMB/night) | 1500 RMB || Meals (6 days) | 50 RMB/day, seafood + Northeast cuisine | 300 RMB || Attraction Tickets | Includes Shenyang Imperial Palace, Qianshan, Jinshitan, etc. | 240 RMB || Emergency + Souvenirs | Dried seafood, tussah silk, Lao Xuehua beer | 100 RMB || Total | | 3000 RMB |> ✅ If departing from Shanghai/Guangzhou: book flights early for as low as 500-800 RMB one way> ✅ For group travel: accommodation can be reduced to 200 RMB/person/night--- 🗓️ Daily Itinerary (Relaxed pace, blending city + nature + culture)--- Day 1: Arrive in Shenyang · First Encounter with Shengjing-🚄 Arrive at Shenyang Station or Shenyang North Station - subway direct to city center (2 RMB) - 🏨 Recommended hotels: - Zhongjie/Taiyuan Street business district - Recommended: Home Inn Select, Ji Hotel, Hanting 3.0 - Advantages: convenient transport, safe, close to food - Afternoon: 1. Shenyang Imperial Palace (ticket 50 RMB) - Qing Dynasty palace before entering Beijing, “wilder” than Beijing Palace - Must-see: - Dazheng Hall Ten Kings Pavilion (visualization of the Eight Banners system) - Chongzheng Hall (where Emperor Taizong ruled) - Phoenix Tower (climb for panoramic views) - Suggested stay: 2 hours - Evening: 1. Zhongjie Pedestrian Street - Check-in spots: Liu Laogen Grand Stage exterior, Cuihua Gold Shop century-old brand 2. Dinner recommendations: - Laobian Dumpling Restaurant: century-old brand, pan-fried dumplings (50 RMB/person) - or Lianliang Smoked Meat Pancake: salty, fragrant, and soft (30 RMB) >📸 Photo spots: Dazheng Hall cedar trees (winter), Zhongjie night view--- Day 2: Zhang Family Marshal Mansion + 918 Memorial Hall + Night Tour of Hun River- Morning: 1. Zhang Family Marshal Mansion (ticket 46 RMB) - Official residence of Zhang Zuolin and Zhang Xueliang father and son - Highlights: - Daqing Building: European architecture, military and political center - Xiaoqing Building: residence of Miss Zhao Si - Former residence of Zhao Yidi 2. North Market Old Alley - See Republic of China era style, find old brand snacks - Noon: - Lunch recommendation: - Fengtian Restaurant: snow cotton red bean paste, Guobaorou (60 RMB/person) - Afternoon: 1. September 18th Historical Museum (✅ Free, reservation required) - Heavy but must-see, understand modern Northeast China - Suggested quiet visit: 1.5 hours - Evening: 1. Hun River Waterfront Trail cycling - Rent shared bikes, ride along the river (✅ Free) - Beautiful at sunset 2. Dinner recommendation: - Lao Xuehua BBQ: chicken rack + beer, soul of Northeast (40 RMB/person) >📸 Photo spots: Daqing Building archway, Hun River sunset--- Day 3: Qianshan Day Trip · Pearl of Northeast> 💡Qianshan: famous Buddhist mountain in Northeast China, known for “no peak is not strange, no stone is not steep” - 🚌 Transport: - Shenyang → Anshan Qianshan: - Take high-speed train to Anshan West Station (30 RMB, 30 minutes) - Transfer to bus 8A or taxi to scenic area (about 20 RMB) - Full day focus: Qianshan Scenic Area (ticket 60 RMB) - Morning: 1. Longquan Temple: largest temple in Qianshan 2. Zuyue Temple: ancient pines, serene 3. Tiangtian Scenic Area (additional 15 RMB) - Climb “Xianren Platform,” Liaoning’s highest peak (708 meters) - Overlook peaks and rolling sea of clouds - Noon: - Simple meal in scenic area (millet porridge + fried cake, 30 RMB/person) - Afternoon: 1. Wufoding Cable Car (additional 50 RMB, optional) - View full panorama of Qianshan 2. Or hike down via wooden plank path - Evening: - Return to Shenyang or head directly to Dalian (recommended high-speed train that night) > 📸 Photo tips: wear dark clothes to capture sea of clouds, temple red walls with ginkgo--- Day 4: Arrive in Dalian · Coastal Romantic Tour- 🚄 Shenyang → Dalian (high-speed train 2 hours, ticket 102 RMB) - 🏨 Recommended hotels: - Near Xinghai Square/Qingniwa Bridge - Recommended: Ji Hotel, Atour, Home Inn Business - Advantages: close to subway, sea view, business district - Afternoon: 1. Xinghai Square (✅ free) - Asia’s largest city square, view cross-sea bridge, feed seagulls - Check-in spots: century-old city sculpture, Huabiao ruins 2. Coastal Road hike (west section) - From Xinghai Park → Bangchuidao (optional section) - Coastal boardwalk, stunning scenery - Evening: 1. Donggang Music Fountain (✅ free) - Shows at 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM nightly 2. Dinner recommendations: - Chuange Fish Dumplings: Spanish mackerel dumplings + sea urchin steamed egg (80 RMB/person) - Or Changxing Market: seafood processing, choose at 10 RMB/jin (60 RMB/person) > 📸 Photo spots: Xinghai Square night view, coastal road rocks and waves--- Day 5: Jinshitan Geological Wonders + Hot Spring Relaxation- 🚌 Transport: - Dalian city → Jinshitan (Metro Line 3, ticket 4 RMB, 1 hour) - Full day focus: Jinshitan National Tourist Resort - Morning: 1. Geological Park (ticket 60 RMB) - See “Dinosaur Exploring the Sea,” “Cracked Stone” and other wonders - World’s largest marine erosion landform group 2. Golden Coast (✅ free) - Fine sandy beach, wade and take photos - Noon: - Simple meal in scenic area (seafood noodles, 30 RMB/person) - Afternoon: 1. Discovery Kingdom Theme Park (optional, ticket 180 RMB) - Or stroll around park perimeter for free photos 2. Return to city, soak in hot springs - Recommended: Tangjingze Japanese Hot Spring (ticket 138 RMB, includes meals) - Relieve hiking fatigue, experience Northeast hot spring culture - Dinner: - Hot spring buffet or return to city for BBQ > 📸 Photo spots: Cracked Stone wonder, Dinosaur Exploring the Sea boardwalk--- Day 6: Fisherman’s Wharf + Return- Morning: 1. Fisherman’s Wharf (✅ free) - European architecture, colorful fishing boats, flocks of seagulls - Check-in spots: bronze statue, lighthouse 2. 360 Sea View Platform (free) - Overlook the sea, perfect for photos - Noon: - Lunch recommendation: - Lao Xie Wild Seafood: spicy crab + mantis shrimp (60 RMB/person) - Afternoon: 1. Buy souvenirs: - Vacuum-packed sea cucumber/shrimp (can be shipped) - Dalian dried cherries (summer limited) - Lao Xuehua beer (local limited edition) - Tussah silk scarf (Liaoning specialty, under 100 RMB) 2. Head to Dalian North Station for return--- 🍽️ Liaoning Must-Eat List (50 RMB/person/day easily covers) | Name | Specialty | Recommended Place ||------|------|--------|| Guobaorou | Sweet, sour, crispy, Northeast signature | Fengtian Restaurant || Smoked Meat Pancake | Pancake wrapped smoked meat, salty and fragrant | Lianliang || Spanish Mackerel Dumplings | Thin skin, large filling, incredibly fresh | Chuange Fish || Seafood BBQ | Shrimp, scallops, sea intestines | Night market stalls || Snow Cotton Red Bean Paste | Dessert “cloud” | Fengtian Restaurant || Lao Xuehua Beer | Soul of Northeast, 10 RMB per mug | BBQ stalls |--- 🎒 Blogger’s Tips 1. Best seasons: - May-June & September-October: pleasant climate, fresh seafood - June Dalian Cherry Festival, a must-try! - Winter offers Shenyang Ice Lantern Festival, but dress warmly 2. Transport advice: - Shenyang and Dalian subways + buses cover widely, support Alipay - Convenient intercity high-speed trains (Shenyang-Dalian 1.5-2 hours) 3. Money-saving tips: - Student ID discounts on tickets - Choose seafood at markets and have it cooked, saves 50% compared to restaurants 4. Safety reminders: - Coastal Road is windy, wear windproof jackets - Wear anti-slip shoes for Qianshan hiking--- ✨ In a nutshell> 3000 RMB, 6 days 5 nights, not just making do, but using the lowest cost to fully experience the mountains and rivers of the Eldest Son of the Republic.> In Liaoning, you don’t have to understand history to enjoy it.