Following Trip.com to Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River: A Smooth Journey

1️⃣ Preparation ✅ Documents: Bring your ID card and other valid identification. Students, seniors, and others eligible for discounts should bring relevant documents. ✅ Clothing: Choose according to season. In summer, bring light, breathable clothes and sun protection. In winter, prepare thick cotton clothes and non-slip shoes. ✅ Other items: Bring a water bottle and power bank. If visiting in summer, bring a raincoat or umbrella ☂️ to protect against waterfall spray. 2️⃣ Transportation Guide ✅ Self-driving: From Shanxi side, depart from Linfen and take the Qinglan Expressway to the Hukou exit. From Shaanxi side, depart from Xi'an, take the Baomao Expressway, transfer to Qinglan Expressway, and exit at Hukou. ✅ Public transportation: From Shaanxi side, take a direct bus 🚌 from Xi'an East Bus Station or Yan'an South Bus Station, or take high-speed rail 🚄 to Fuxian East Station and then hire a car. 3️⃣ Ticket Information ✅ Shanxi side: Entrance ticket 100 yuan, sightseeing car 20 yuan, waterfall cave 20 yuan. Free admission for children under 1.2m and seniors over 60. Half-price tickets and sightseeing car for students. ✅ Shaanxi side: Entrance ticket 100 yuan (90 yuan with advance booking), sightseeing car 40 yuan. Half-price tickets and sightseeing car for students. 4️⃣ Travel Tips ✅ Best viewing times: April-May for peach blossom flood season with breaking ice floes and blooming mountain peaches on both banks; September-November for autumn flood season when water volume peaks with earth-shaking golden torrents. ✅ Must-try experiences: On the Shanxi side, view the waterfall from Dragon Cave, looking up at the waterfall like a heavenly river pouring down; on the Shaanxi side, find the traditional Chinese painting frame to recreate the background of the 50 yuan RMB note (1990 version). ✅ Photography tips: Wear bright colors like red or yellow, or traditional Han clothing; visit between 7-9am for soft light, or on sunny afternoons when water mist often forms double rainbows 🌈 5️⃣ Nearby Accommodation ✅ Shanxi side: Hukou Waterfall Hotel 🏨 is close to the scenic area, and there are also some farmhouse accommodations nearby. ✅ Shaanxi side: Yichuan Hukou Holiday Hotel 🏨 and Yichuan Dayu Mountain Villa are close to the scenic area and Ancient Ferry Town. 6️⃣ Food Recommendations 👍 ✅ Yellow River carp paomo: Freshly caught and prepared, with sweet and fresh fish soup. ✅ Three Shaanbei specialties: Including potato shreds, mushroom sauce noodles, and "dog head" dates. 7️⃣ Important Notes ⚠️ ✅ Follow scenic area regulations and do not approach dangerous areas near the waterfall edge. ✅ Keep your personal belongings safe 💰 especially in crowded areas. ✅ In case of bad weather, follow instructions from scenic area staff to ensure your safety.