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**Trip Overview & Key Tips** - **Core Experiences**: Jungle Rafting (cool summer escape), Deer Encounter in Deep Forest (healing nature vibes), Oriental Salt Lake City (intangible cultural heritage night tour) - **Accommodation Suggestion**: First 2 nights at Maoshan Forest World (starry sky tents/tea field rooms), last 2 nights at Xiangu Village homestays or Salt Lake City hotels - **Discount Package**: Book early for "Accommodation + 2-Day Unlimited Entry Pass" (~¥398 for 2 adults + 1 child with breakfast) - **Rafting Highlights**: Open 10:00-20:00 during summer, suitable for kids over 1m tall, bring spare clothes! --- 📅 **Detailed Daily Itinerary** **Day 1: Arrive at Maoshan · First Forest Adventure** - **Morning** **Transport**: Drive to Jintan District, Changzhou (~1.5-3h from Nanjing/Shanghai/Hangzhou), or take high-speed rail to Lishui Station + bus/taxi. **Check-in**: Maoshan Forest World Resort (recommend starry sky pods or tea field tents with mountain views). - **Afternoon** **Light Activities**: - **Deer Encounter**: Feed deer in misty forests, take fairy-tale photos. - **Magic Black Forest**: Discover giant Cheshire cats, flying whales, and Monet-inspired flower fields. - **Evening** **Dinner**: "Yan BBQ Restaurant" (scenic mountain BBQ) or Xiangu Village farmhouse dishes (free-range chicken, reservoir fish). --- **Day 2: Full-Day Forest Fun · Rafting Extravaganza** - **Morning** **Animal Interactions**: Feed alpacas/raccoons at the pasture, pet dwarf goats (kid-friendly). **Adventure**: Grass sliding, jungle obstacle courses (1.2m+ height requirement), bouncing clouds. - **Noon** **Lunch**: Snack stalls (cold noodles, ice jelly) or bring a picnic. - **Afternoon** **Main Event: Jungle Rafting** (13:00-15:00 to avoid crowds) - 30-minute ride, 50m drop + sharp turns, fully shaded. - Join themed events like "Rubber Duck Battles" or water gun fights (2022 activities). - **Evening** **Activities**: Night fishing (near rafting) or stargazing lecture (campsite event). --- **Day 3: Xiangu Village & Salt Lake City Night Magic** - **Morning** **Xiangu Village Slow Life**: - Rice field cycling, photo ops with "Fairy Goose" sculptures. - Craft workshops: bamboo weaving/tea picking (seasonal). - **Noon** **Lunch**: Village farmhouse (try tea-infused ribs, wild mushroom soup). - **Afternoon** **No.1 Farm · Cute Critters**: - Feed ponies/deer, conquer Black Pine Forest adventure course. - **Evening** **Transfer**: 20min drive to Oriental Salt Lake City (arrive by 16:00). - **Night** **Salt Lake City Night Tour**: - Wuxia-themed dinner show *"Jianghu Feast"* (reservation needed). - *Nezha* drone fireworks (summer weekends). **Stay**: Shanyin Xunsu Hotel (family-friendly seal-printing activity). --- **Day 4: Cultural Immersion & Tea Fields** - **Morning** **Cultural Activities**: - Hanfu photos at Xiquan Pavilion’s floral pool. - Kids’ workshops: gold paper-cutting, sachet-making. - **Noon** **Lunch**: Food street (Maoshan stinky tofu, scholar’s pancake). - **Afternoon** **Maoshan Tea Fields**: - Tea-picking/frying, tea-infused meals (must-try tea-scrambled eggs). - DIY workshops: incense/cookie-making (family class). - **Evening** **Free Time**: Night stroll or watch *"Mulan Legend"* live show. --- **Day 5: Flower Valley Wonders & Souvenirs** - **Morning** **Flower Valley**: - Photo ops in rose fields, join "Flower Fairy Parade". - Kids’ rides: carousel, bumper cars. - **Noon** **Lunch**: Light meals or takeaway cold rice rolls from Xiangu Village. - **Afternoon** **Souvenirs**: - Village specialties: crispy rice cakes, organic tea. - Jintan fermented rice wine (Salt Lake City shops). --- ⚠️ **Key Tips** 1. **Rafting Gear**: Quick-dry clothes + waterproof phone case + Crocs; showers available. 2. **Ticket Deals**: - Book rafting combo (entry + rafting) 1 day early for ¥199. - Free entry for kids under 1.2m (rafting requires 1m+). 3. **Beat the Heat**: - Outdoor activities before 10:00, rafting/indoor fun in afternoon. - Pack sunscreen + bug spray (80% forest cover). 4. **Stay Notes**: - Forest World Resort requires entry tickets; Salt Lake City hotels include shuttle. 5. **Pets**: Small dogs (≤50cm length) allowed but banned from rafting/grass sliding. > 💡 **Summer Specials**: Night rafting (Fri-Sun until 20:00), Salt Lake City fireworks (check dates), confirm updates 3 days before! --- This guide blends nature + culture, ~¥1500/person for 5 days (meals/tickets included), ideal for families/young travelers—thrills & chill combined. Save and go!