Quzhou, Longyou & Jiangshan In-Depth
Explore the Southern Confucian Ancient City, Longyou Grottoes, Jianglang Mountain Danxia, and Nianbadu on this cultural route through southwestern Zhejiang.
A widely recommended four-day itinerary by Quzhou locals, spending one day each on the ancient city, the grottoes, the World Heritage Danxia landform, and the border ancient town. Use the ancient city as your base for the first two days, stay near the scenic spots starting from the third day, and depart from Jiangshan Station at the end. The attractions are scattered, so driving or chartering a car is highly recommended. Kaihua is excluded due to its distance; you can add two extra days to include it.
Day by day
Day 1 · A Day in the Southern Confucian Ancient City
Quzhou & Longyou（Southern Kong Family Temple、Quzhou City Wall、Shuitingmen Historic Block）
Take a taxi from Quzhou Station to Shuitingmen (about 20 minutes), and explore the ancient city entirely on foot.
The Southern Confucian Ancestral Temple and the museum are closed on Mondays.
Stay: Shuitingmen
Day 2 · Longyou Grottoes and Residential Gardens
Quzhou & Longyou（Longyou Grottoes、Longyou Residential Garden）
Drive from Quzhou for about 1 hour to the Longyou Grottoes, visit the Residential Gardens in the afternoon, and return to Quzhou in the evening.
Stay: Shuitingmen
Day 3 · Jianglang Mountain and Qingyang
Jiangshan（Mount Jianglang、Qingyang Mao Family Cultural Village）
Drive south for about 1 hour to Jianglang Mountain, visit the Qingyang Mao Clan Village in the afternoon, and stay near the scenic area.
The path to the summit is steep and narrow; it is not recommended for young children.
Stay: Around Jianglang Mountain Scenic Area
Day 4 · Xianxia Pass to Nianbadu
Jiangshan（Xianxia Pass & Ancient Road、Nianbadu Ancient Town）
Drive south along G205 for about 1 hour to Xianxia Pass and Nianbadu, and return to Jiangshan Station in the afternoon.
Parking in the ancient town can be difficult during holidays; arrive as early as possible.