Weekend getaway from Xi'an to Luoyang~

📍Luoyang in the Wind, Dreamlike Capital🏮 Recommended 2-Day Self-Driving Tour of Luoyang from Xi'an: (Approx. 4.5 hours by car) Day 1: Laojun Mountain (Detailed guide in the previous post) Day 2: Luoyang Museum Luoyi Ancient City (Perfect for Hanfu photoshoots) Recommended 3-Day Self-Driving Tour of Luoyang from Xi'an: (1.5 hours by high-speed rail) Day 1: Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple, Yingtian Gate Day 2: Laojun Mountain (Tour options available, more cost-effective) Day 3: Luoyang Museum, Luoyi Ancient City Laojun Mountain requires a full day, and you're likely to experience leg pain the next day after climbing, making it more suitable for a relaxed visit. If you have ample time, spend the first day exploring Luoyang's city attractions, such as Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple. The second day can be spent at Laojun Mountain, and the last day can be dedicated to the museum and the ancient city for photos and a convenient return trip. The ancient city features a "Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers" performance in the evenings, starting roughly on the hour and lasting about five minutes. (Museum reservations required) 【Food】 Breakfast: Beef soup, potstickers. In the evening, head to the Shizijie Night Market for a wide variety of goods. Lunch: Yiyong Street stir-fried chicken, Chujiang Zilong Jibanyuzhuang (freshly sliced ​​fish, very fresh, and relatively light). Luoyang specialty tea: Tea House at Mudanting, average price 15 RMB (has a branch in Luoyi Ancient City). Affordable alternatives: Xiaofang Tea Shop. Specialty pastries: Maishengzhai Pastries (mung bean cake, flower cake, peony pastry). Accommodation options include: near Yingtianmen, located in the center of Luoyang, conveniently located near various attractions.