Complete Slow Travel Guide to Zhenyuan Ancient Town｜Millennium Taiji Ancient City, Perfect for Three Days and Two Nights

Latest tested version as of September 2025! This millennium-old secret hidden in Guizhou is absolutely amazing 🥹 One of China’s most beautiful ancient towns certified by National Geographic 🚅 Transportation Highlights: High-speed rail direct access is just fantastic! Guangzhou/Shenzhen 4h ✔️ Guiyang 1.5h ✔️ Quieter than Fenghuang! More rustic than Lijiang! ⏰ 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary: 🌈 Day 1｜First Encounter with Taiji City · Arrive in the morning and head straight to Zhusheng Bridge 🏯 (Ticket: Free) · Lunch recommendation: Xinglong Street’s “Old Town’s Best Sour Soup” Their sour fish soup—I can easily have three bowls in a row! · Afternoon must-visit: Qinglong Cave! (Ticket 60 RMB, open 8:00-18:00) The ancient cliffside buildings are incredibly stunning · Night tour of Wuyang River 🌉 Only 60 RMB to see thousands of lights 🌅 Day 2｜Secret Realm Adventure · Sunrise chase at Shiping Mountain at 5:30 AM (Ticket 30 RMB, opens at 5:00) Sea of clouds + Miao Great Wall, a perfect match! · Breakfast: 2 RMB fried rice cake Sold by grandma on Xinglong Street, super delicious · Must hike Tiexi 50 RMB check-in at “Little Jiuzhaigou” Longtan · Evening wandering through crooked alleys Every snap is an artsy masterpiece! 🌿 Day 3｜In-depth Cultural Tour · Peace Village Anti-Japanese War Memorial Hall (Free, 8:30-17:30) · Must try a bowl of Yuan Family Tofu 8 RMB tofu pudding is legendary · Shopping for souvenirs 💝 Zhenyuan green wine and Miao embroidery are great choices 🏠 Accommodation Guide: · Riverside rooms are top choice! Average 300+ RMB · Ancient alley homestays 100+ RMB, with atmospheric bluestone pavements · Recommended: Mengxi Cottage! Prime riverside view 🍜 Foodie List: ✔️ Sour fish soup 40 RMB (Old Town’s Best Sour Soup) ✔️ Fried rice cake 1.5 RMB (Grandma on Xinglong Street) ✔️ Tofu pudding 8 RMB (Yuan Family Old Shop) ✔️ Braised pork 35 RMB (every household has it) ✔️ Gray alkali rice cake 20 RMB (Miao restaurant) 💰 Cost Reference: 900-1300 RMB for 3 days 2 nights is totally enough! More lively atmosphere during Dragon Boat Festival/Miao New Year ⚠️ Pitfall Warnings: 1️⃣ Never go to riverside fish restaurants! They overcharge tourists 2️⃣ Bring non-slip shoes! Stone steps are super slippery 3️⃣ Big temperature difference between day and night! Jacket is a must There’s no commercial hustle here, only fishing lights on Wuyang River and footsteps on bluestone pavements. Find a weekend to just zone out here～