After 3 days in Hulunbuir, my spending habits were completely shattered

Help!! I thought I was fully prepared before the trip—after all, it's just grasslands, right? But three days in Hulunbuir taught me a harsh lesson about prices 😭! A 30-minute horse ride cost as much as a hot pot meal, staying in a yurt was pricier than a star-rated hotel, and even a bottle of water was ¥2 more expensive than in the city... Yet, the crazy part? Flipping through my photos after returning home, I desperately wanted to go back! How did this paradise of "wind-swept grasslands revealing cattle and sheep" empty my wallet and steal my heart? Today, I’m spilling all the details for my girls! Transportation Guide • Flight ✈️: Direct to "Hailar Dongshan International Airport." Ticket prices fluctuate wildly during peak season, so book at least 1 month in advance for deals! • Train 🚞: First go to Harbin, then transfer to Hailar by train—time-consuming but great for those with flexible schedules. • Private Car 🚗: The go-to local option! Choose a reliable driver/team, costing ¥300-500 per person per day (includes driver + gas). 3-Day Itinerary Day 1: Deep Grassland Adventure 🐎 • Morning: Morigele River 🌊 Praised by Lao She as the "most winding river under heaven!" From the viewpoint, the river twists like a silk ribbon—every shot looks like a Windows wallpaper! • Afternoon: Erguna Wetland 🌿 Asia’s wetland lives up to its name! The observation deck offers breathtaking views, with the multicolored wetland resembling a spilled palette 🎨. • Evening: Stay in a "Heishantou Yurt" ⛺️, join a bonfire party, and watch fireworks under the stars 🎇. Day 2: Breathtaking Border Road Trip 🚗 • Morning: 186 Colorful Ribbon River Slide down the grass straight toward the Russian border! The super-long slide is a scream, and you can spot villages across the river 🏘️. • Afternoon: Manzhouli National Gate 🇨🇳 Visit the 5th-generation border gate and snap pics with Boundary Marker No. 41! The giant matryoshka dolls at the Square are jaw-dropping and super photogenic 📸. • Evening: Feast on Russian cuisine 🍖, stroll through Manzhouli’s dazzling nightscape—it’s like a mini Hong Kong! Day 3: Romantic Forests & Lakes 🌲 • Morning: Birch Forest Scenic Area Sunlight filters through snow-white trunks, and the reindeer are incredibly gentle! Don’t forget to buy moss to feed them 🦌. • Afternoon: Hulun Lake The largest lake in northern China is stunning! Crystal-clear water, breezy relaxation, and fresh lake fish to try 🐟. • Evening: Return to Hailar and pack some beef jerky as souvenirs 🥩. Best Season June-September is prime time! June-July: wildflowers bloom 🌼, August: lushest grass 🐂, September: autumn foliage like a painting 🍁. But beware ⚠️: July-August is peak season—accommodation prices double, so consider off-peak travel! Accommodation Guide • Luxury Pick: "Muyun Mountain Top" ⛰️ (cliff-view rooms + private pasture—watch grasslands from bed!) • Must-Stay: "Heishantou Yurts" (authentic nomadic life, stargazing under the Milky Way 🌌). • Budget-Friendly: "Manzhouli Matryoshka Hotel" (fairytale castle vibes, perfect for families, steps from the Matryoshka Square!). Local Delicacies • Meat Heaven: Roast whole lamb 🐏, hand-grabbed meat 🍖, milk tea with fried rice. • Must-Try Snacks: Buryat buns 🥟, bread with blueberry jam, milk skin tea 🥛. • Hidden Gems: Iron-pot stewed fish with cornbread 🐟, beef jerky paired with kvass 🍺. Since returning, I’ve been scrolling through photos late at night for a "mental recharge" 😭! Though I blew half a month’s salary in three days, those moments—galloping across the grasslands, clinking glasses with herders—are priceless ✨... Girls, would you splurge on this kind of "bankrupting romance"? Tell me in the comments 👇!