4 Days 3 Nights Huaihua In-Depth Tour, Exploring the Charm of Western Hunan

Huaihua, this hidden gem city in western Hunan, is breathtakingly beautiful in October’s autumn colors! Follow my guide to experience the unique charm of Western Hunan～💫 📍Day 1｜Getting to Know Huaihua ⏰ Morning: 🛬 Arrive at Huaihua South Station (Address: Hecheng District, Huaihua City, Hunan Province) 🚖 It is recommended to book pick-up service or take a taxi to the city hotel in advance on Trip.com, about a 20-minute drive 🍽️ Noon: Taste of Huaihua 🥢 Old Huaihua Restaurant (Address: No. 258 Renmin Middle Road, Hecheng District, Huaihua City) ✨ Must-try: Blood Duck, Stir-fried Fern with Cured Meat 💯 Recommended because: The most authentic Huaihua flavors, soul-satisfying with every bite! 🕚 Opening hours: 11:00-14:00 🏛️ Afternoon: 📸 Huaihua Museum (Address: No. 288 Renmin Middle Road, Hecheng District, Huaihua City) ✨ Feature: The ethnic minority culture exhibition area is super photogenic! 🕘 Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays) 🌙 Evening: 💃 Wushui River Night View (Address: Wuyang Avenue, Hecheng District, Huaihua City) ✨ Tips: The night lights are stunning, a romantic walk along the river! 🕒 Open all day 📍Day 2｜Travel Back to Ming and Qing Dynasties 🚗 Morning: 🏯 Hongjiang Ancient Commercial City (Address: Yuanjiang Road, Hongjiang City, Huaihua) ✨ Feature: The best-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty ancient buildings 🕣 Opening hours: 8:30-17:30 🚌 Transportation: It is recommended to charter a car or take a bus, about 1.5 hours drive 🍽️ Noon: 🍲 Hongjiang Old Street Restaurant (Inside the Ancient Commercial City, Yuanjiang Road, Hongjiang City) ✨ Must-try: Hongjiang Duck, Sour Soup Fish 🌶️ Spice warning: Western Hunan flavor, sour and spicy and very satisfying! 🕚 Opening hours: 11:00-14:00 📸 Afternoon: 🎭 Deep tour of the Ancient Commercial City: Ming and Qing dynasty banks, escort agencies, guild halls are great for photos! ✨ Tips: Wearing Hanfu makes for amazing photos! 📍Day 3｜Exploring the Secret of Dong Villages 🚗 Morning: 🏡 Tongdao Dong Autonomous County (Address: Tongdao Dong Autonomous County, Huaihua City) ✨ Recommended Dong Village: Huangdu Dong Village (Ticket 80 RMB) 🕘 Open all day 🍽️ Noon: 🥣 Dong Family Restaurant (Inside Huangdu Dong Village) ✨ Must-try: Sour Meat, Oil Tea 🍵 Feature: Don’t miss the Dong ethnic welcome wine! 🕚 Opening hours: 11:00-14:00 ⛰️ Afternoon: Wanfo Mountain (Located in Tongdao Dong Autonomous County) ✨ Feature: Stunning Danxia landform 🚡 Suggestion: Take the cable car up, walk down 🕗 Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 🌙 Evening: 🎤 Dong Village Song and Dance Performance + Long Table Banquet 🏡 Stay in a unique stilted house homestay 📍Day 4｜Joy Before Departure 🛍️ Morning: City Shopping ✨ Must-buy specialties: Western Hunan cured meat, Jietan tea 🍽️ Noon: 🌶️ Western Hunan Local Cuisine Restaurant (Address: Yingfeng Middle Road, Hecheng District, Huaihua City) ✨ Must-try: Bandit Pig Liver, Dry Pot Bullfrog 🔥 Spice warning: Authentic Western Hunan spicy! 🕚 Opening hours: 11:00-14:00 💡 Useful Tips: 🧥 October weather: It is recommended to bring a light jacket 🎫 Tickets: Ancient Commercial City 80 RMB, Wanfo Mountain 95 RMB (bookable on Trip.com) 🏠 Homestay: The Dong village stilted house experience is very special!