Hualong Mountain Sea of Clouds - Roof of Bashan
National nature reserve, main peak elevation 2917 meters, with complete vertical vegetation zones and Quaternary glacial relics
Southern Shaanxi Zhenping — Qinba Secret Realm, Southern Gate of Shaanxi. Explore Hualong Mountain National Nature Reserve, traverse Feidu Gorge geological wonder, experience the unique "One Foot Over Three Provinces" charm. 3-day in-depth tour includes eco-adventure, geological study, and folk experience.
Ascend the roof of Bashan, traverse a geological gallery, wander through a sky prairie, savor mountain delicacies, and experience the unique Qinba charm of Zhenping.
Arrive in Zhenping, check into a protected area homestay, then summit Hualong Mountain, explore Quaternary glacial relics, trek through primitive fir forests, and observe wildlife activity at dusk.
Full day exploring Feidu Gorge scenic area. In the morning, traverse waterfall clusters and the Natural Bridge geological wonder. In the afternoon, hike the Bashan Ancient Trail and experience Nuo opera performance.
In the morning, visit Huang'an Dam alpine meadow and the Shaanxi-Chongqing-Hubei three-province boundary marker. In the afternoon, purchase Zhenping bacon, wild honey and other specialties before returning.
Made from Bashan free-range pigs, slowly smoked with cypress branches for three months. Firm texture, rich smoky aroma, can be steamed, stir-fried or braised.
Traditional Zhenping snack. Potatoes are steamed, mashed into puree, then pan-fried until crispy outside and soft inside. Often served with pickled vegetables or chili powder, with a unique burnt aroma.
Stewed with Zhenping specialty gastrodia elata and free-range chicken. Clear broth, calming and brain-nourishing effects, a local health famous dish.
Healthy staple made from high-altitude tartary buckwheat. Slightly bitter with a sweet aftertaste. Can be eaten with honey or chili sauce. Rich in rutin and other nutrients.