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A Three-Day, Two-Night Journey Through the Real-Life Version of "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains"

Tonglu, a hidden gem in northwestern Zhejiang, serves as the real-life setting of "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains." With a forest coverage rate of 70%, it exudes poetry and tranquility. In spring, the river water is crystal clear, and ancient villages are surrounded by blooming flowers, radiating enchanting charm. Here’s your ultimate three-day, two-night Tonglu travel guide👇 Top Five Must-Visit Attractions: 1. Fuchun River Little Three Gorges 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Includes boat ticket (¥120/person, covers Yan Ziling Fishing Platform), open 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Why visit? Cruise on a painted boat as if stepping into a landscape scroll. Highly recommend the open-air deck on the second floor for stunning reflections of green mountains. Free Hanfu rentals for photos add to the ambiance. Climb Yan Ziling Fishing Platform for a breathtaking aerial view of the zigzagging river bend, mirroring the perspective in "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains." 2. Yaolin Wonderland 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Ticket ¥116/person, open 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Why visit? The largest karst cave in East China, offering spectacular scenery. Follow the guide’s mythical tales like "Galaxy Waterfall" and feel transported to a fairyland. Flash photography highlights the exquisite textures of stalactites. Don’t miss the ¥15 cave-themed milk tea at the exit—the cup sleeve makes a great souvenir! 3. Chuiyuntong Tianhe (Hanging Cloud Underground River) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Ticket ¥108/person (includes underground river drift), open 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Why visit? Glide through the "No. 1 Underground River" on a boat while the rower sings folk songs. A flashlight reveals millennia-old stalactites. Walk across the Lingyun Sky Bridge for a panoramic view of bamboo forests. Enjoy misty cloud tea and soft glutinous rice cakes (¥20) at the exit teahouse—pure bliss. 4. Shishe Village 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Free, open all day Why visit? A thousand-year-old village where cherry blossoms line the creek. Cobblestone paths and rammed-earth walls make every shot Instagram-worthy. Grab freshly steamed fermented rice buns (¥1.5) at the morning market. At dusk, watch the sunset over the Fuchun River under an ancient camphor tree—magical! Bring mosquito repellent. 5. Yan Ziling Fishing Platform 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Combo ticket/single entry ¥30, open 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Why visit? Ascend the East and West platforms for a full view of the zigzag river bend. Visit Yan’s Ancestral Hall to see Fan Zhongyan’s original stone inscriptions. Around 4 PM, capture backlit portraits at the "Fishing Boat at Dusk" platform—highly photogenic. Three-Day Itinerary: ✅ Day 1: Travel Through a Painting 07:30 Hangzhou East Station → Tonglu (high-speed rail ¥23/40 mins) 09:30 Fuchun River cruise + Yan Ziling Fishing Platform 15:00 Explore Shen’ao Ancient Village’s Ming-Qing water system 🏡 Stay: Atour Hotel Fuchun River (river-view room ¥468) ✅ Day 2: Underground Adventure 08:30 Yaolin Wonderland (2-hour cave exploration) 12:00 Bipu Steamed Buns (30-year-old shop) 14:30 Riverside afternoon tea in Shishe Village 🏡 Stay: Secret Garden Homestay (rammed-earth room ¥688) ✅ Day 3: The Simple Life 09:00 Heling Thousand-Mu Terraced Fields (April rapeseed flower sea) 12:00 She Ethnic Ribbon Weaving Experience (¥50/ribbon) 17:00 Lucí Bay Slow Living Block Local Food Guide: Must-try trio: - Fermented rice bun with meat (Shishe morning market): Perfect carb-protein combo. - Tongjiang mandarin fish (two cooking styles): Tender and flavorful. - Fried bun with stinky tofu: Unique and unforgettable. Hidden gems: - She Ethnic red yeast rice wine (strong, drink cautiously). - Ash-water bamboo leaf rice dumplings: Distinctive texture. Transport Tips: - By train: Tonglu Station → scenic shuttle (¥5-15). - By car: 1.5 hours from Hangzhou; free parking at attractions. - Remote villages (e.g., Shishe): Consider chartered cars. Budget (for two): - Tickets: ¥600 - Transport: ¥400 - Lodging: ¥1,200 - Food: ¥800 ✅ Total: ¥1,500/person for a poetic Jiangnan getaway. Pitfall Avoidance: ❗ Wear anti-slip shoes in caves. ❗ Last return boat from Yan Ziling: 4:30 PM. ❗ Ancient villages = mosquitoes—pack Thai herbal balm. ❗ Weekend homestays cost 30% more; book 7 days ahead. Photography Secrets: ① Fuchun River morning mist (6:30-7:30 AM): Soft light + fog = perfect scenery shots. ② Shishe Village: Drone limit 120m—mind safety/height rules. ③ Yaolin Wonderland: No flash! Use wide aperture for cave ambiance.
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