Ascend Mount Maoshan, the highest peak in South China, and encounter the romance of the world.

Here is a guide to Mount Maoshan in Guilin: - Preparation: - Book in advance: The scenic area implements a real-name appointment system. No appointment, no entry. It is recommended to book the date of entry on the official website or official mobile app one day in advance, and enter the park according to the booked time slot. - Pay attention to the weather: Check the weather forecast before departure and arrange your itinerary accordingly. - Prepare items: Prepare ID card, camera, charger, comfortable shoes, rain gear, sunscreen, etc. according to personal needs. - Transportation Guide: - Self-driving: If you choose to drive to Mount Maoshan, start from Guilin, drive along the Quannan Expressway, get off the expressway at Gaozhai Village, Huajiang Yao Township, and then follow the road signs to the scenic area. - Public transportation: In Guilin City, tourists can take a bus or subway to Guilin North Bus Station, and then transfer to a bus to Gaozhai (Mount Maoshan Scenic Area). The bus departure times are 7:40 am, 10:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm, and the return times are 10:20 am and 4:20 pm. - Tickets and Fees: - Ticket price: The price of tickets and round-trip sightseeing buses is 120 yuan/person for adults, 110 yuan/person for students, and 100 yuan/person for children/seniors/soldiers/disabled. - Other fees: Transportation fees within the scenic area (such as sightseeing buses, cable cars, etc.), as well as dining and accommodation expenses, need to be calculated separately according to personal circumstances. - Must-visit attractions: - Laoshanjie: It is the first mountain that the Red Army crossed during the Long March. There are many historical and cultural relics and monuments here. - Mount Maoshan Main Peak: With an altitude of 2141.5 meters, it is the highest peak in South China. From the top of the mountain, you can overlook the sea of clouds, sunrise, and sunset. - Li River Source Grand Canyon: It is the source of the Li River. There are crystal-clear streams, waterfalls, and canyon scenery here. - Hemlock Park: There are a large number of rare hemlock plants, which is a natural plant museum. - Tour route: - One-day tour route: - Morning: After arriving at Mount Maoshan, take a sightseeing bus to visit Laoshanjie, Hemlock Park, etc. - Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant in the scenic area and taste local specialties. - Afternoon: Take a sightseeing bus to the main peak of Mount Maoshan and climb the mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery from the top. - Evening: Take a sightseeing bus back to the entrance of the scenic area and end your pleasant Mount Maoshan trip. - Two-day tour route: - Day 1: - Morning: After arriving at Mount Maoshan, check in at the hotel, leave your luggage, and take a rest. - Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near the hotel and then visit the Li River Source Grand Canyon. - Afternoon: Visit Hemlock Park and enjoy rare plants. - Evening: Have dinner at a restaurant in the scenic area and then choose to participate in some special activities, such as watching performances and experiencing traditional culture. - Day 2: - Morning: Take a sightseeing bus to the main peak of Mount Maoshan and climb the mountain to enjoy the beautiful sunrise. - Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant on the top of the mountain, then take a sightseeing bus back to the entrance of the scenic area, check out of the hotel, and end your pleasant Mount Maoshan trip. - Accommodation arrangements: - Hotels or guesthouses in the scenic area: You can choose to stay in hotels or guesthouses in the Mount Maoshan Scenic Area, such as Mount Maoshan Scientific Research Reception Center, Yunfeng Pavilion Hotel, etc. These hotels are well-located and convenient for tourists to enjoy the sunrise, sunset, and sea of clouds. - Hotels around the scenic area: If there are fewer accommodation options in the scenic area or the prices are high, you can choose to stay in hotels around the scenic area, such as Li River Source Resort Hotel, You Ran Pai International Grand Hotel, etc. These hotels are relatively inexpensive and close to the scenic area. - Food recommendations: - Guilin Rice Noodles: It is one of Guilin's specialties, famous for its unique taste and flavor. - Beer Fish: It is one of Yangshuo's specialties, loved by tourists for its delicious taste and unique cooking method. - Stuffed Snail: It is one of Guilin's traditional famous dishes, loved by tourists for its delicious taste and unique preparation method. - Lipu Taro Pork: It is one of Guilin's traditional famous dishes, loved by tourists for its delicious taste and unique preparation method. - Precautions: - Pay attention to safety: Pay attention to safety during the tour, follow the regulations of the scenic area, and do not climb or damage the facilities of the scenic area. - Pay attention to time: Pay attention to the opening hours of the scenic area and the departure times of the sightseeing buses, arrange your tour time reasonably, and avoid missing wonderful attractions and activities. - Pay attention to environmental protection: Pay attention to environmental protection during the tour, do not litter, and keep the scenic area clean and hygienic. - Pay attention to the weather: Pay attention to the weather forecast before departure, arrange your itinerary according to the weather, and avoid travelling in bad weather. The above guide is for reference only, you can adjust it according to your interests and time. Pay attention to safety during the tour and enjoy a pleasant time!