3 Days 2 Nights Exploring Hezhou: Discover the Ancient Town and Scenic Wonders

Golden autumn in Hezhou is simply stunning! 🍁 This 3-day, 2-night detailed guide will help you unlock the cultural charm of the millennia-old town, encounter the mystical aura of Gupo Mountain, and savor the tangy delicious local flavors～Save it now! ✨ Day 1️⃣: Journey Through Time · Stroll in Huangyao Ancient Town 🌞 Morning: 📍 Huangyao Ancient Town (Address: Huangyao Town, Zhaoping County, Hezhou) 🏯 Walk on the bluestone paths and feel like you’ve stepped into a time machine! Black-tiled eaves, small bridges, flowing water—every snapshot is a masterpiece 📸 🚗 Transportation: Drive and navigate to "Huangyao Ancient Town Visitor Center" 🎫 Ticket: 80 RMB/person (cheaper if purchased online in advance) ⏰ Tip: Enter before 8 AM to avoid crowds 🍚 Noon: 🥢 Gujing Farmhouse (No. 18, Main Street, Ancient Town) Must-try dishes: Steamed pork ribs with fermented black beans, stuffed tofu! Enjoy a satisfying meal for about 40 RMB per person 💰 Average cost: ¥40 ⏰ Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 🌇 Afternoon: 🛍️ Explore the town’s unique shops Must-visit spots: Dailong Bridge, Shitiao Bridge 🛒 Souvenir recommendations: Handmade pickled vegetables, bamboo crafts ⭐ Don’t miss: The special post office where you can send postcards～ 🌃 Evening: 🏠 Shui Mo Resident Inn (No. 21, Osmanthus Street, Ancient Town) 💰 Price: 200+ RMB/night ✨ Highlights: Courtyard stargazing, distinctive stilted buildings ⏰ Check-in: After 2:00 PM Day 2️⃣: Fairyland Tour · Gupo Mountain Secret Realm 🌄 Morning: 📍 Gupo Mountain National Forest Park (Address: Babu District, Hezhou) 🏞️ A misty landscape like a painting! Breathe in the ultra-fresh air and maybe spot some adorable wild macaques 🐒 🚗 Transportation: About 1 hour by chartered car 🎫 Ticket: 60 RMB/person (includes park shuttle bus) ⚠️ Note: Bring a raincoat; it can rain anytime in the mountains 🍱 Noon: 🥡 Recommended park meal: Bamboo tube rice + mugwort rice cakes 💰 Average cost: 30 RMB ⏰ Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 🌅 Afternoon: 💦 Xiangu Waterfall: A misty photo paradise! 🍵 Fang Family Tea Garden: Experience tea picking and tasting (additional 50 RMB/person) 🚌 Park shuttle bus: It’s recommended to buy an all-access pass 🌙 Evening: 🏨 Hezhou International Hotel (Address: 188 Ping’an West Road, Babu District) 💰 Price: 300+ RMB/night ⭐ Highlights: Excellent location in the city center Day 3️⃣: Everyday Life · Hezhou City Center 🏛️ Morning: 📍 Hezhou Museum (Address: No. 1 Nanhuan Road, Babu District) 🎟️ Admission: Free! ⏰ Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) 📷 Highlight: The bronze ware exhibition is impressive 🍜 Noon: 🥘 Old Brand Youcha Shop (Address: No. 38 Xiangyang Road, Babu District) Must-try list: Beef intestine sour soup, Youcha (oil tea), sour snacks 💰 Average cost: 30 RMB 🌶️ Note: Local dishes tend to be sour and spicy; request mild spice if preferred 🌳 Afternoon: ⛰️ Lingfeng Mountain Park (Address: Lingfeng North Road, Babu District) Climb to the top for panoramic views, perfect for a leisurely walk and digestion ⏰ Recommended visit time: 1-2 hours 💝 Travel Tips: 1️⃣ October has big temperature differences; bring a jacket and umbrella 2️⃣ Wear comfortable flat shoes for the ancient town and scenic spots 3️⃣ If you don’t like spicy food, ask for "mild spice" 4️⃣ If possible, rent a car for more convenience