Five Days and Four Nights Pure Leisure Tour in Shangrao

A customized five-day, four-night in-depth pure leisure tour in Shangrao, Jiangxi, designed for a family of three, focusing on the diverse charm of the "mountain and water famous city, cultural oasis." Shangrao boasts world heritage sites and Jiangnan hidden gems, featuring magnificent nature and profound culture, perfect for family travel and slow enjoyment. The entire trip is free of shopping stops and hidden costs, with affordable expenses and a total budget controlled within 6,000 RMB. 🌿 Highlights: Mountain Spirit and Water Charm · Millennium Academy · Ecological Homeland Best Travel Time & Seasonal Highlights: Spring (March–May): Wuyuan rapeseed flower sea in full bloom (mid-late March to early April), Jiangling and Huangling like golden scrolls; Gui Peak azaleas bloom, pleasant climate. Summer (June–August): Top summer resorts are Sanqing Mountain or Damao Mountain, with sea of clouds and cool forests; experience Qianshan rafting. Autumn (September–November): Colorful autumn, Huangling "Sun-drying Autumn" folk festival peak, red peppers and soybeans cover rooftops, perfect for photography; Wuyishan northern foothills with early maple leaves. Winter (December–February): Fewer people and quiet scenery, Sanqing Mountain snow scene like a crystal world, ideal for shooting sea of clouds and sunrise; experience rural New Year atmosphere. 📅 Daily Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Shangrao, First Encounter with Ling Mountain and Clear Waters ✈️ After arriving in Nanchang or Hangzhou, take the high-speed train to Shangrao Station (convenient transport with multiple high-speed rail connections), taxi to downtown about 20 RMB. 🏡 Stay in a chain hotel near Xinzhou District or Wanda (such as All Seasons, Vienna, standard room about 260 RMB/night). Afternoon visit to [Shangrao Concentration Camp Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery] (free): A red education base with a solemn environment, suitable for children to learn history. Evening stroll at [Sanjiang Park] or [Yunbifeng National Forest Park] (free): City green lungs with comfortable riverside trails, enjoy the Xin River scenery. 🍽 Dinner recommendation: Local snacks—Dengzhan rice cake, Qingming rice cake, Qianshan hot noodles, about 35 RMB per person. Day 2: Climb Sanqing Mountain, Explore the "World’s Number One Immortal Peak" 🚌 Morning transfer to [Sanqing Mountain] (about 1.5 hours from downtown, shared car or bus 80 RMB/person). 🏡 Option for a day trip or overnight stay on the mountain (book early in peak season, limited beds). 🎫 Ticket + cable car combo about 240 RMB/person, recommended to take the southern scenic route: Sunshine Coast → Yutai → West Sea Plank Road → Giant Python Emerging from Mountain → Spring Goddess. Features: Granite peak forest wonder, misty like a fairyland, gentle plank roads suitable for families. ⚠️ Tips: Mountain dining is expensive (boxed meals start at 50 RMB), bring your own snacks and water; Do not trust "wild shortcuts," safety first; Cable car queues are long, enter the park before 8 AM. Day 3: Wuyuan Huangling, Enjoy the Sun-drying Autumn Village 🚌 Morning transfer to [Wuyuan Huangling] (about 1.5 hours from Sanqing Mountain, shared car 100 RMB/person). 🎫 Ticket + cable car 145 RMB, one of China’s most beautiful ancient villages. Highlights: "Sun-drying Autumn" platform: colorful crops cover rooftops, a photo hotspot; Ancient village stone alleys: Ming and Qing dynasty Huizhou architecture, small bridges and flowing water; Glass bridge, terraced flower sea (seasonal); Children can participate in folk experiences like making glutinous rice cakes and bamboo weaving (30-50 RMB per activity). 🍲 Lunch at a village restaurant, try stuffed red carp, tofu pudding, steamed cakes, about 50 RMB per person. 🏡 Overnight in an economy hotel in Wuyuan County (about 260 RMB/night), convenient for next day’s travel. Day 4: Explore Gui Peak + Zen Walk at Guizong Rock 🚌 Morning to [Gui Peak Scenic Area] (about 2 hours from Wuyuan, shared car 120 RMB/person). 🎫 Ticket 80 RMB, representative Danxia landform shaped like a giant turtle, known as "Rare Gui Peak on the River." Recommended route: boat tour on Luxi River → hike to Laojun Peak and Camel Peak → walk the hanging plank road. In the afternoon, visit [Guizong Rock] (Guangfeng District, less known, ticket 40 RMB), deep caves and fantastic stalactites, interesting for children. Return to Shangrao city for accommodation. Day 5: Qianshan Ancient Town + Return Morning visit to [Qianshan Hekou Ancient Town] (30 minutes from downtown, accessible by bus): Starting point of the Ming and Qing Tea Road, with preserved bluestone streets, old docks, and guild hall ruins. Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and Paper Culture Museum to feel the former prosperity of the "Hub of Eight Provinces." 🍱 Lunch try Qianshan hot noodles and taro sugar cake, about 30 RMB per person. Return according to high-speed train schedule, ending the mountain and water cultural journey. 💰 Overall Budget (for a family of three) Item Estimated Cost ------------ -------------- Round-trip transportation 2000-3500 RMB (depending on departure city) Accommodation (4 nights) 1040 RMB (average 260 RMB/night) Meals 1000 RMB (50 RMB per person per day) Tickets + transport 920 RMB (including cable cars, shared cars) Local transport 200 RMB Total About 5100-6700 RMB 🌼 Shangrao Cultural Highlights Double World Heritage: Sanqing Mountain (natural), Wuyuan (cultural extension); Millennium Academy: Ehu Academy (site of Zhu Xi’s lectures and the "Zhu-Lu Debate"), can be an extension; Intangible cultural heritage: Wuyuan San Diao carving, Qianshan Liansi paper, Yiyang Qiang opera; Ecological treasure: northern foothills of Wuyi Mountain, east shore of Poyang Lake, rich biodiversity. ✅ Warm Tips: Book all scenic spots in advance via official WeChat accounts; Mountain weather changes frequently, bring rain gear and non-slip shoes; Wuyuan homestays rise quickly in peak season, staying in the county town offers better value. These five days take you from the peak of the sea of clouds to the sun-drying autumn villages, revealing a Shangrao that combines grandeur, beauty, and culture—perfect for a family to get close to nature, touch culture, and gain a peaceful and fulfilling journey.