Three Days and Two Nights in Fenghuang Ancient Town:

✅ The Right Way to Explore! With its stone-paved streets steeped in a thousand years of history, ancient stilted buildings, and the Hong Bridge illuminated in the night, Fenghuang Ancient Town attracts countless tourists with its unique charm. The May Day holiday is the perfect time to set off for Fenghuang Ancient Town and encounter that romantic feeling from a thousand years ago. ✅Day 1: In-depth Tour of Fenghuang Ancient Town Morning: After arriving in Fenghuang Ancient Town, first go to the Tuojiang River to admire the beautiful scenery of the early morning and feel the tranquility and beauty of this ancient town. Noon: Savor local delicacies such as sour soup fish and hot and sour rice noodles. ✅Afternoon: Visit the various attractions in the ancient town, such as the Former Residence of Shen Congwen, the Former Residence of Xiong Xiling, and the East Gate Tower, to experience the history and culture of the ancient town. Tickets are CNY 128 per person and include access to the Eight Scenic Spots of Fenghuang Ancient Town + a daytime cruise on the Tuojiang River. ✅Evening: Participate in a bonfire party and enjoy Miao song and dance performances. Choose accommodation in a guesthouse near the Tuojiang River, and enjoy the night view of the ancient town while boating on the Tuojiang River. Daytime Tuojiang River cruise tickets are CNY 85, from 08:30 to 18:00; nighttime Tuojiang River cruise tickets are CNY 118, from 18:00 to 23:00. Day 2: Surrounding Areas of Fenghuang Morning: After breakfast, head to Huangsiqiao Ancient Town to experience the mysterious Miao architectural style. Noon: Taste local farmhouse dishes in the countryside. Afternoon: Go to Tianlong Cave Scenic Area to explore the mysterious karst cave. Return to Fenghuang Ancient Town in the evening and shop for souvenirs at the night market. 🚺Food Recommendations: Sour soup noodles, Ciba (glutinous rice cake), cured meat, cured sausages, and other local specialties. Transportation: For flights, you can fly to Tongren or Zhangjiajie, and then transfer to a car; for high-speed trains, take a train from Changsha to Jishou, and then transfer to local transportation. A shuttle bus from the high-speed train station to the ancient town costs CNY 7 per person, half price for students. Note: The Maglev sightseeing line is expensive and far from the terminal, so it is recommended to skip it; taxis and ride-hailing services are scarce in the ancient town. Avoid These Pitfalls: Ignore recommendations from roadside touts; bargain when taking Miao costume photos; renting Miao costumes + makeup costs CNY 68-199; roadside silver jewelry is generally 925 silver, 🈯️ the price can be halved. ✅Attraction Performances: Border Town, The Appearance of Fenghuang, Nine Scenic Spots of Fenghuang, Nanhua Mountain, and Boating on the Tuojiang River. We hope this guide will help you with your trip to Fenghuang Ancient Town. Have a pleasant journey!