Luoyang Travel Guide

Discover Luoyang's Hidden Gems: A Guide to Stunning Lesser-Known Attractions! Here's a travel guide for Chongdu Valley to help you have a wonderful trip: **Pre-Trip Preparation** - **Documents**: Bring your ID card and any discount cards (e.g., student ID, senior citizen card). - **Clothing**: - Summer: Light, breathable clothing, sun-protective wear, swimsuit, plus a light jacket for temperature drops. - Winter: Thick coats, scarves, gloves, and anti-slip shoes. - **Other Essentials**: Backpack, sunglasses, sunscreen, umbrella/raincoat, power bank, camera, etc. If traveling with kids, pack extra clothes and water toys. **Attraction Overview** - **Tickets**: - Adults: Approx. CNY 100–120. - Discounts: Half-price for students/seniors; free for children under 1.4m and seniors over 70. - **Opening Hours**: Year-round, 7:30 AM–6:30 PM (seasonal adjustments possible). **Transportation** - **By Car**: - From Zhengzhou: Zhengshao-Luo Expressway → Erguang Expressway → Luoluan Expressway → Chongdu Valley exit → 18km to the site via signs. - From Xi’an: Lianhuo Expressway to Luoyang West exit → Luoluan Expressway → direct route. - From Wuhan: Via Xinyang/Nanyang → National Highway 311 to Luanchuan → Luoluan Expressway. - **Public Transport**: Direct buses from Zhengzhou/Luoyang to Luanchuan (3hrs), then transfer to Chongdu Valley (1hr). **Itinerary Suggestions** - **1-Day Trip**: - Morning: Golden Rooster River Scenic Area (Rainbow Waterfall, Sword Spring) → Farming Culture Village. - Afternoon: Emerald Bamboo Forest → Water Curtain Fairy Cave. - Evening: Bamboo Perfume Street night stroll. - **2-Day Trip**: - Day 1: Golden Rooster Waterfalls → Farming Experience → Overnight in bamboo lodges. - Day 2: Emerald Bamboo Forest → Water Curtain Fairy Cave → Guanyu Lake boating. **Must-See Spots** - **Golden Rooster River**: 30+ waterfalls like Rainbow and Anger-Venting Falls, ideal for stream trekking. - **Water Curtain Fairy Cave**: 70m-high cascades resembling bead curtains, with moss-covered "water-embroidered" rocks. - **Emerald Bamboo Forest**: Vast bamboo groves offering stays in bamboo houses, bamboo-tube rice, and bamboo dances. - **Farming Culture Village**: Traditional activities (blacksmithing, oil-pressing, weaving) and evening bonfire shows. **Local Eats** - **Specialties**: - Luanchuan Tofu Banquet (iron-plate tofu, soy milk, bean-residue balls). - Grandma’s Stir-Fried Free-Range Chicken with wild mushrooms (wood-fired wok). - "Eight Bowls" (five meat + three veggie combo). **Tips** - Wear comfy shoes for mountain paths. - Summer: Sunscreen/bug repellent; Winter: Warmth/anti-slip gear. - Follow safety rules—no climbing in restricted zones. - Preserve nature—no littering.