Xixia County Travel

Xixia County, Nanyang, Henan Province — Hometown of Dinosaurs and Secret Realm of Funiu Mountain, integrating the scientific research value of Dinosaur Relic Park, the ecological beauty of Laojieling, and the prosperous kiwifruit industry. A 3-day 2-night in-depth tour decodes the secrets of ancient life and appreciates the unique charm of the blend of landscapes and fruit fragrance.

130 million+
History of Dinosaur Relics
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National Nature Reserves
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Core Scenic Spots
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Special Local Foods
Xixia County Dinosaur Relic Park Exhibition Hall
Dinosaur Relic Park - Museum of Ancient Life
The largest dinosaur egg fossil group site in China, famous for unearthing a large number of dinosaur egg fossils, known as the "9th Wonder of the World"

3-Day 2-Night Ancient Ecological Tour of Xixia County

Explore dinosaur relics to decode prehistoric civilization, climb Laojieling to admire sea of clouds and pine waves, visit underground river to see stalactite wonders, take Guanhe River rafting for excitement, and unlock the natural and cultural beauty of southwestern Henan

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Dinosaur Relic Park, Laojieling, Funiu Mountain Underground River, Guanhe River Rafting, Kiwifruit Orchard
Suitable For
Family with kids, nature lovers, outdoor adventurers, food enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥700-¥1200
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Ancient Exploration
Xixia Dinosaur Relic Park · Dinosaur Egg Fossil Museum · Simulated Dinosaur Park
Trip Highlights

Immerse in Dinosaur Relic Park all day, visit Dinosaur Egg Fossil Museum to learn about ancient life evolution, interact with "prehistoric giants" in Simulated Dinosaur Park, and participate in fossil digging experience projects.

Attractions Arrangement
Xixia Dinosaur Relic Park
National 5A-level scenic area, the only theme scenic area in China with dinosaur egg fossils as core resources, with tens of thousands of dinosaur egg fossils unearthed, known as the "Hometown of Dinosaur Egg Fossils".
Dinosaur Egg Fossil Museum
The core exhibition hall of the park, systematically introducing the origin, evolution and extinction of dinosaurs through multimedia interaction and fossil specimen display, with more than 1,000 dinosaur egg fossil specimens in the collection.
Simulated Dinosaur Park
A restored dinosaur habitat in 1:1 scale, including more than 20 kinds of dinosaur models such as Tyrannosaurus rex and Brachiosaurus, realizing dynamic interaction with sound, light and electricity technology, very popular among children.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Dinosaur Theme Hotel
  • Featured Homestay in Danshui Town
  • Business Hotel in Xixia County Town
Food Recommendations
  • Xixia Yellow Wine Braised Chicken
  • Kiwifruit Jam Roll
  • Wild Mushroom Fried Pork
  • Acorn Jelly
Travel Tips
  • Professional tour guides are available in the scenic area (¥50 per time)
  • Fossil digging experience needs to be booked in advance (¥30 per person)
  • It is recommended to prepare popular science books for children to facilitate understanding
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Walking in the Clouds
Laojieling Scenic Area · Watershed · Shenxiang Stone (Divine Elephant Stone) of Funiu Mountain
Trip Highlights

Climb Laojieling in the morning to experience the scenery of "the first peak in Central Plains", hike the watershed to experience the north-south climate boundary, watch exotic rocks such as Shenxiang Stone in the afternoon, and enjoy the sea of clouds and sunset in the evening.

Attractions Arrangement
Laojieling Scenic Area
National 5A-level scenic area, the core area of Funiu Mountain Global Geopark, with the main peak Jijiaojian at an altitude of 2212.5 meters, famous for its "grandeur, strangeness, danger and seclusion", it is a national nature reserve.
Watershed
A landmark landscape of Laojieling, it is the natural boundary between China's north-south climate and the Yangtze River-Yellow River basins. The north of the ridge is the Yellow River basin, and the south is the Yangtze River basin, with obvious climate differences.
Shenxiang Stone (Divine Elephant Stone) of Funiu Mountain
A giant natural pictographic stone, about 20 meters high, resembling a giant elephant drinking water, is a typical representative of the geological structure of Funiu Mountain, known as the "First Stone of Funiu Mountain".
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • There is a tourist special line from the county town to Laojieling (twice a day)
  • Self-driving takes about 1.5 hours (75 kilometers from the county town)
  • Sightseeing cars are available in the scenic area (¥30 one way)
Ticket Information
  • Dinosaur Relic Park: ¥90
  • Laojieling Scenic Area: ¥65 (excluding cableway)
  • Cableway: ¥70 one way, ¥130 round trip
Travel Tips
  • The temperature on the top of the mountain is low, so it is necessary to prepare a coat even in summer
  • The best time to watch the sea of clouds is 6:00-7:30 in the morning
  • Those with insufficient physical strength are recommended to take the cableway up the mountain
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Secret Realm Rafting
Funiu Mountain Underground River · Guanhe River Rafting Scenic Area · Kiwifruit Industrial Park · Return
Trip Highlights

Explore Funiu Mountain Underground River in the morning, take a boat to watch stalactite wonders, experience the excitement of Guanhe River rafting in the afternoon, and visit the kiwifruit industrial park to purchase local specialties and return in the evening.

Attractions Arrangement
Funiu Mountain Underground River
A large cave underground river landscape, 5 kilometers long, with various stalactites in the cave, the underground river can be visited by boat, known as the "First Underground River in Central Plains".
Guanhe River Rafting Scenic Area
National 4A-level scenic area, 12 kilometers long with a drop of 480 meters, featuring "exciting rafting and ecological tourism", it is one of the most influential rafting projects in Central Plains.
Xixia Kiwifruit Industrial Park
A national geographical indication product planting base with a planting area of more than 100,000 mu, you can experience picking, visit the kiwifruit deep processing production line, and taste fresh kiwifruit and its products.
Practical Information
Experience Projects
  • Underground River Cave Exploration
  • Guanhe River Exciting Rafting
  • Kiwifruit Picking Experience
  • Yellow Wine Brewing Craft Visit
Specialty Recommendations
  • Xixia Kiwifruit (National Geographical Indication Product)
  • Xixia Yellow Wine
  • Shiitake Mushroom Sauce
  • Cornus Officinalis Chinese Medicinal Materials
Return Guide
  • Guanhe River Rafting is about 50 kilometers from the county town, self-driving takes about 1 hour
  • Xixia Station (High-speed Railway) has trains to Zhengzhou and Wuhan
  • The county specialty market is concentrated in Baiyu Road Pedestrian Street

Must-Try Foods in Xixia County

Xixia Yellow Wine Braised Chicken

A famous local dish in Xixia, made by braising local free-range chicken with aged yellow wine, the chicken is tender and juicy with rich wine aroma, has nourishing effects, and is a must-have dish for local banquets.

Acorn Jelly

A traditional snack in Xixia, made from wild acorn starch, with a smooth taste, served with mashed garlic, chili and other seasonings, cool and relieves summer heat, it is the crystallization of the wisdom of local mountain villagers.

Kiwifruit Jam Roll

A dessert made from high-quality Xixia kiwifruit, baked by rolling jam into thin pancakes, sweet and sour with rich fruit aroma, it is a local innovative food.

Xixia Shiitake Mushroom Sauce

A condiment made from high-quality shiitake mushrooms in Funiu Mountain, fermented by traditional crafts with unique flavor, can be served with rice or noodles, it is an important agricultural processed product in Xixia.

Xixia County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Summer (June-August): Suitable for rafting and summer vacation, average temperature around 25℃
  • Autumn (September-October): Kiwifruit ripening season, suitable for picking and mountain climbing
  • Winter (December-February): Skiing is available in Laojieling, experience northern scenery
Must-Try Foods
  • Xixia Yellow Wine Braised Chicken
  • Acorn Jelly
  • Kiwifruit Jam Roll
  • Xixia Shiitake Mushroom Sauce
  • Wild Mushroom Hot Pot
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥250
  • Accommodation: ¥150-300 per night
  • Catering: ¥70-120 per day
  • Transportation: About ¥100
  • Total: ¥700-1200
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Best kiwifruit picking period? → Early September to mid-October
  • Is there an age limit for Guanhe River rafting? → Healthy people aged 6-60 can participate
  • Is Laojieling open in winter? → Yes, skiing is available (December-February)
  • What age of children is Dinosaur Relic Park suitable for? → Suitable for children over 3 years old, with a special children's interactive area

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