Liupanshui, here we come, me and my little one!

**📅 Trip Overview** | **Date** | **Locations & Highlights** | **Food Recommendations** | |----------------|---------------------------------------------|-----------------------------| | **Day 1** | Shuicheng Ancient Town (Third Front Museum, ancient bridges & streams) | Dinner: Shuicheng Luoguo (griddle-cooked dish) | | **Day 2** | Yelanghai Scenic Area (Torch Festival + Sky Train) | Lunch: Yi Ethnic Village Feast; Dinner: Mutton Rice Noodles | | **Day 3** | Wumeng Grassland (Horseback riding/Camping/Sea of Clouds) | Lunch: Grassland BBQ; Dinner: Downtown Bean Soup Meatball Hotpot | **🌄 Detailed Itinerary** **Day 1: Shuicheng Ancient Town · First Glimpse of the Cool City** - **Morning**: Arrive in Liupanshui (high-speed rail to Liupanshui Station/flight to Yuezhao Airport), check into a hotel near the ancient town (recommend Yaoshe Hotel for its traditional design). - **Afternoon**: Explore Shuicheng Ancient Town, visit the **Guizhou Third Front Construction Museum** (closed on Mondays), stroll along Hecheng River and photograph Rainbow Bridge and Ming-Qing architecture. - **Evening**: Must-try **Shuicheng Luoguo** (recommend Qingwa Fang branch, pair with rose-flavored sweet tofu pudding to cut the grease). **Day 2: Yelanghai · Torch Festival Frenzy** (*Highly recommended from July 18–August 17!*) - **All day**: Head to **Yelanghai National Resort** (40-minute drive from downtown/take a temporary bus line, fare ¥12 direct). - Haiping Yi Ethnic Town: Experience **Torch Festival activities** (welcome wine, mass bamboo pole dance, Yi wedding banquet, nighttime opening fireworks party). - Yushe Forest Park: Ride the **world’s highest sightseeing train** through the forest, enjoy summer grass sliding. - Yejiping: Visit the cliffside "Love in the Sky" hotel, overlook the Beipanjiang Bridge. - **Food**: Lunch features Yi-style roasted potatoes + mutton hotpot, dinner back in town at **Yuankun Mutton Rice Noodles** (rich broth, tender meat, add chili paste). **Day 3: Wumeng Grassland · Galloping in the Clouds** - **Early morning**: Drive to **Wumeng Grassland** (1.5-hour trip, enter before 8 AM to avoid crowds). - Must-dos: Watch sunrise over sea of clouds at Guanfo Platform, horseback riding at Changhaizi (¥50-80/hour), zip down the colorful slide. - Hiking route: Tianchi → Baicaoping → Cloud Sea Corridor, chance to spot "Buddha’s Light" (common 4-6 PM). - **Evening**: Before departure, try **Bean Soup Meatball Hotpot** (recommend Qilin branch, ¥20/person with free greens). **⚠️ Key Tips** 1. **Transport**: Scenic spots are scattered—self-driving/chartered cars are best; no shuttle buses in the grassland, drive in. 2. **Accommodation**: Book camping in advance; Yelanghai hotels fill up fast during Torch Festival, reserve 7 days ahead. 3. **Gear**: - Warm layers: Big temperature swings (12-25°C), pack a light jacket. - Sun protection: High altitude = strong UV—sunglasses, hat, SPF 50+ sunscreen. 4. **Torch Festival Notes** (July 18–August 17): - Opening day (July 18) has 20+ intangible cultural heritage activities; - Bus pickup: Near Shuihuang Highway gas station (opposite Southern Power Grid). > This route skips distant spots like Jiucaiping, perfect for summer family/friend trips!