Lushi County Travel
Lushi County, Sanmenxia, Henan Province — the ecological pearl of Western Henan, integrating canyon rafting, mountain and water secret realms, primeval forests, and hot spring health preservation. A 3-day 2-night in-depth tour unlocks the rare natural wonders and folk customs of the Central Plains.
3-Day 2-Night Ecological Adventure Tour in Lushi County
Raft through canyon rapids, explore mountain and water secret realms, climb to the fairyland above the clouds, soak in natural hot springs, and taste the natural and cultural gifts of the Western Henan mountainous area
Spend the whole day enjoying Yuxi Grand Canyon, experience 6km thrilling rafting, hike along the canyon plank road to watch the Dacongtan Waterfall Group, and attend the canyon bonfire party in the evening.
- Homestays by the canyon
- Scenic area resort hotel
- Farm stays in Guandaokou Town
- Lushi Thirteen-Flower Banquet (simplified version)
- Braised chicken with wild mushrooms
- Acorn jelly
- Hu packet (oak leaf rice dumpling)
- Bring a change of clothes for rafting (lockers available for rent in the scenic area)
- Rafting is not recommended for the elderly over 65 and children under 1.2 meters
- Wear non-slip shoes for hiking, and pay attention to mosquito prevention in summer
Explore Shuanglong Bay in the morning, take a cruise to visit Mifei Gorge, hike to the Water Curtain Cave, take a boat through the karst cave wonders in the afternoon, and watch the Luhe River sunset in the evening.
- There is a tourist special line from Lushi County to the scenic area (departing at 8:00 every day)
- Scenic area shuttle bus: ¥20 per person (round trip)
- Cruise is a must-take item, included in the ticket
- Shuanglong Bay Scenic Area all-inclusive ticket: ¥80 (including ticket + cruise)
- Separate charge for Water Curtain Cave: ¥10
- Scenic area shuttle bus: ¥20 per person
- The temperature in the cave is low (about 18℃), it is recommended to bring a thin coat
- Pay attention to safety when taking photos on the cruise to avoid dropping mobile phones
- Best photo spot: Mifei Gorge Viewing Platform (best light at 10:00)
Climb Yuhuang Mountain early in the morning to watch the sea of clouds and sunrise, hike in the primeval forest in the morning, go to Tanghe Township to experience natural hot springs in the afternoon, and return with Lushi specialties in the evening.
- Yuhuang Mountain sunrise photography (suggest climbing before 5:30)
- Forest oxygen bar hiking (recommended "Yuhuangjian - Rhododendron Ridge" route)
- Tanghe Hot Spring wellness bath
- Intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting experience at City God Temple
- Lushi sesame slice
- Walnut oil
- Forsythia tea
- Wild kiwi dried fruit
- Yuhuang Mountain is about 70km from the county seat, about 2 hours by car
- There are buses from Tanghe Township back to Lushi County (last bus at 16:30)
- Lushi Bus Station has buses to Sanmenxia, Luoyang and other places
Must-Try Foods in Lushi County
Lushi Thirteen-Flower Banquet
A traditional banquet in Lushi, named after the combination of 13 dishes, divided into "Thirteen Cold Dishes" and "Thirteen Hot Dishes". The ingredients are mostly mountain delicacies, reflecting the dietary culture of the Western Henan mountainous area, and it is a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage.
Lushi Sesame Slice
A classic dessert in Lushi, made with sesame, white sugar and maltose, as thin as a cicada's wing, crispy and sweet, with a history of a hundred years, it is a time-honored food in Henan Province.
Acorn Jelly
A special snack in the Lushi mountainous area, made from wild acorn starch, with a smooth taste. Served with mashed garlic, chili oil and other seasonings, it is sour and spicy, an ideal summer refreshment.
Hu Packet (Oak Leaf Rice Dumpling)
A special Dragon Boat Festival food in Lushi, made by steaming glutinous rice and red dates wrapped in oak leaves, fragrant and soft. Because oak leaves have medicinal value, it also has therapeutic effects.
- Summer (June-August): Best season for rafting, average temperature 23℃ suitable for summer vacation
- Autumn (September-October): Frequent sea of clouds at Yuhuang Mountain, forests with colorful layers
- Winter (December-February): Tanghe Hot Spring wellness season, fewer people and quiet scenery
- Lushi Thirteen-Flower Banquet
- Lushi Sesame Slice
- Acorn Jelly
- Hu Packet (Oak Leaf Rice Dumpling)
- Braised Chicken with Wild Mushrooms
- Tickets: About ¥200
- Accommodation: ¥130-280 per night
- Catering: ¥60-110 per day
- Transportation: About ¥100
- Total: ¥650-1100
- Do I need to book rafting in Yuxi Grand Canyon in advance? → It is recommended to book 1 day in advance during peak season (July-August)
- Can I visit Tanghe Nude Bathing Hot Spring? → There is a sightseeing area, just respect local customs
- Is Yuhuang Mountain suitable for the elderly to climb? → There is a sightseeing car to the mountainside (¥30 per person)
- Where to buy authentic Lushi sesame slices? → "Old Lushi" specialty store in the county seat