2 Days and 1 Night: A Niche, Heavenly Route With Few People and Stunning Scenery!

Tired of crowded, popular attractions? This niche Nanjing trip will take you away from the crowds to enjoy a forest oxygen bar, a retro old street, and rustic pastoral scenery! Spend two days and one night unlocking the secret, heavenly experiences that locals enjoy. Save this and set off! Day 1: Forest Oxygen Bar + Retro Travel, Healing and Photogenic Morning: Pingshan Forest Park (Ticket: CNY 18/person; self-driving entry: CNY 80/vehicle) As soon as you step into this natural oxygen bar, the large fir forest and open lawn will instantly heal your body and mind! Families with kids shouldn't miss the children's unpowered playground, where you can relax and let your kids burn off energy. Camping enthusiasts can head straight to Cui Ming Lake Water Park, take a boat to enjoy the lake scenery, and then set up a canopy tent on the shore to enjoy a picnic with a gentle breeze. If you have plenty of energy, climb the Peace Tower to overlook the greenery. Every shot you take will look like a scene from a movie! Tips: The park is huge, so it is recommended to drive into the park for in-depth exploration. Remember to prepare equipment and food in advance for camping. Afternoon: Yezhan Old Street & Yezhan National Mine Park (Free) Walking into the old street is like traveling back to the 1980s! The mottled walls and old-fashioned signboards are full of nostalgic atmosphere, so it's no wonder that this is the filming location for film and television dramas such as Like a Flowing River! After checking out the old street, take a stroll through the mine park, take photos with the retro train head and abandoned railway tracks, and easily get industrial-style photos! Evening: Stay at Niqiao Renjia If you're tired from playing, stay at Niqiao Renjia in Luhe. The detached courtyard is quiet and cozy, the rooms are clean and tidy, and you can fall asleep to the sound of insects and have a good night's sleep! Day 2: Pastoral Picking + Natural Wonders, Full of Experiences Morning: Jinling Pomegranate Manor Autumn is the season when pomegranates ripen! The pomegranates here are huge, and they burst with sweetness in every bite! In addition to pomegranates, you can also pick sugar cane, dragon fruit, etc. Pick and eat as you go to experience the fun of pastoral life. Before leaving, take a few baskets of fresh fruit home for a fulfilling experience! Afternoon: Optional Attractions to Visit - Daquan Lake: The reservoir, fir trees, windmills, and sunset create a beautiful picture, making it perfect for taking photos! - Guizishan Stone Pillar Forest Scenic Area: Nanjing's "French Fries Mountain" has a unique geological landscape that looks like a scene from a science fiction movie! - Zhimaling Forest Park (Autumn Limited): The metasequoia forest is full of colorful leaves, and the red leaves and green water are breathtakingly beautiful! - Lianshan Bashang Grassland: You don't have to go to Altay to encounter grasslands and sheep in Nanjing. Every shot you take will look like an Instagram-worthy photo! Summary of the Guide ✅ Must-see Highlights: Camping at Pingshan Forest Park, nostalgia at Yezhan Old Street, picking at Jinling Pomegranate Manor ✅ Hidden Gems: Metasequoia forest in Zhimaling in autumn, Lianshan Grassland; Daquan Lake sunset is recommended in other seasons ✅ Money-saving Tips: Yezhan Old Street and Mine Park are free; it is more convenient to drive into Pingshan Forest Park ✅ Accommodation Recommendation: Niqiao Renjia detached courtyard, quiet and comfortable, suitable for relaxation ✅ Nearby Attractions: Choose 1–2 nearby attractions according to the season and your preferences to avoid a rushed trip Avoid the crowds and embrace nature and the everyday! This niche route allows you to immerse yourself in another side of Nanjing. Invite your friends or family and embark on a healing trip!