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3 Days 2 Nights Family Trip to Yan'an, Complete Guide to Red Education + Natural Scenery

Bring the kids to Yan'an to experience red culture📚 and get close to nature🏞️! Please keep this nanny-level guide handy~ Take notes✏️ 🌟Day 1 Red Culture Enlightenment Tour🌟 ⏰ Morning: Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall 📍Address: Wangjiaping Road, Baota District, Yan'an City 🚌 Transportation: Take bus routes 1 or 3 directly from downtown ⏳ Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) 👉 The hall not only has precious historical relics but also many interactive devices! Kids will have a blast😄 It’s recommended to book a guided tour in advance for a better experience~ 🍽️ Noon: Old Yan'an Restaurant (Wangjiaping Branch) 📍Address: Along bus route 1 in downtown ⏳ Hours: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM 💯 Recommended dishes: Lamb Paomo (no gamey taste!), Yangyu Caca (super soft and glutinous!) A must-order when traveling with kids~ 🌆 Afternoon: Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site 📍Address: Zaoyuan Road, Baota District, Yan'an City 🚗 Transportation: 15-minute taxi ride ⏳ Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ✨ Highlights: The jujube trees in the garden are perfect for photos! You can also visit the former residences of leaders, full of historical atmosphere📷 🌙 Evening: Stay at a Family-Friendly Hotel 💫 Recommended hotel: Yan'an All Seasons Hotel 📍 Highlights: Has a children's play area, rooms are super cozy~ 🌟Day 2 History + Natural Wonders🌟 ⏰ Morning: Yellow Emperor's Mausoleum 📍Address: Huangling County, Yan'an City 🚗 Transportation: Recommended to charter a car, 1.5 hours ⏳ Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 📌 Tips: Wear comfortable shoes! Paying respects with kids is very meaningful, and the guide explains everything vividly👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🍽️ Noon: Scenic Area Restaurant Recommended dishes: Liangpi (cold noodles) + Roujiamo (Chinese hamburger), affordable and delicious! 🌆 Afternoon: Hukou Waterfall 📍Address: Yichuan County, Yan'an City 🚗 Transportation: Continue by chartered car from Yellow Emperor's Mausoleum ⏳ Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ⚠️ Note: The viewing platform is quite sunny, remember to bring sunscreen and a hat! The water flow is huge and spectacular in summer💦 🌟Day 3 City Landmark + Revolutionary Holy Land🌟 ⏰ Morning: Baota Mountain 📍Address: Downtown Yan'an City 🚶‍♂️ Transportation: Walkable ⏳ Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 📷 Photo spot: You can capture panoramic views of Yan'an from the top! A must-check-in👍 🍽️ Noon: Erdao Street Food Must-try list: • Ganmianpi (sour and spicy cold noodles) • Zichang Jianbing (crispy outside, tender inside) Kids love these!🍜 🌆 Afternoon: Yangjialing Revolutionary Site 📍Address: Yangjialing Road, Baota District, Yan'an City 🚌 Transportation: Bus route 5 direct ⏳ Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 👀 Highlights: The Seven Great Auditoriums are spectacular, a great way for kids to feel the warmth of history~ 💡 Tips: 1️⃣ Big temperature difference between morning and evening, remember to bring jackets for the kids🧥 2️⃣ Hukou Waterfall is very sunny! Make sure to bring sunscreen and hats 3️⃣ It’s recommended to tell kids red stories in advance for a more immersive experience Feel free to ask me anytime~ Save⭐ Like❤️ Support me!
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