4-Day Changde Tour | Classic Combo of Taohuayuan and Liuyue Lake・Suitable for All Groups

Changde, a city embraced by mountains and waters, is a "city in a peach blossom land." Here lies the pastoral secret realm described by Tao Yuanming, the rippling Liuyue Lake, and the lively atmosphere beneath the ancient city walls—take your elders to seek tranquility in Taohuayuan, let your kids have fun at the Happy Water World, and every day here feels like living inside a poem. 🗓️ Itinerary Overview D1: Arrive in Changde → Liuyue Lake Tourist Resort → He Street D2: Taohuayuan Scenic Area D3: Kale Planet Happy World → German Town D4: Changde Poetry Wall → Return trip 🌊 Day 1: Lake Scenery & Old Street Flavors 📍 Liuyue Lake Tourist Resort (4A, free admission) Highlights: The largest natural lake in Hunan, known as "China’s No.1 Urban Lake." Elders can take a boat ride (40 RMB/person) to enjoy the lake view and sunbathe in front of Sima Tower; kids can play in the Sand Beach Park (free), ride parent-child bicycles (30 RMB/hour), and watch the sunset dye the lake golden-red in the evening—so beautiful you won’t want to leave. 🕙 Opening Hours: All day (Boat rides 9:00-17:00) 📸 Photo Spots: Sima Tower Viewing Platform (capture the lake and Ferris wheel together), Sand Beach Park (joyful moments of kids playing in the sand) 📍 He Street (free) Highlights: A replica of Ming and Qing dynasty Changde old street style, with bluestone paths flanked by stilted buildings; lanterns light up at night, creating a time-travel atmosphere. Elders can listen to Changde silk-string music at Yangsi Temple (free, starts at 19:00); kids can buy sugar oil cakes (3 RMB each) and mung bean smoothies (5 RMB/cup) at Old Changde Snack Shop, and watch artisans blow sugar figurines (20 RMB each). 🍖 Recommended Dining: Yi De Yi at He Street, must-try Changde beef noodles (15 RMB/bowl) and sauce-marinated duck (50 RMB each), average 30 RMB per person, often with local queues. 🏨 Recommended Accommodation: Gonghe Hotel by Liuyue Lake (lake view rooms, family rooms available), 400-600 RMB/night, 10-minute walk to He Street. 🌸 Day 2: In Taohuayuan・Seeking Tranquility and History 📍 Taohuayuan Scenic Area (5A, ticket 128 RMB) Highlights: The prototype of the "Peach Blossom Land," including Qin Valley, Peach Blossom Mountain, and Taoyuan Mountain areas. Spring is best (March-April) when peach blossoms are everywhere. Elders can read "Peach Blossom Spring" at Yuanming Shrine and take sightseeing buses (20 RMB/person) to enjoy pastoral views; kids can play "pitch-pot" and archery in Qin Valley (10 RMB/time), adopt a small peach tree (50 RMB/tree, with name tag), and buy peach blossom pastries (15 RMB/box) as snacks. 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:00-17:30 📸 Photo Spots: Peach Blossom Mountain Archway (capture the peach blossoms covering the hills), Qin Valley’s small bridges and flowing water (wear Hanfu for magical photos) 💡 Tip: The scenic area is large; follow the route "Qin Valley → Peach Blossom Mountain → Taoyuan Mountain." Don’t miss the "Hundred Bed Hall" with ancient carved beds when visiting with elders. 🎡 Day 3: Joyful Carnival & Exotic Style 📍 Kale Planet Happy World (4A, ticket 180 RMB) Highlights: A large theme park with zones like "Interstellar Adventure" and "Fairy Tale Kingdom." Elders can enjoy gentle rides like the carousel and Ferris wheel; kids can rush to "Spinning Battle Cars" and "Underwater World" (parent-child rides). Have fried chicken set lunch at the Cartoon Restaurant (35 RMB/serving), and watch the parade starting at 15:00. 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:30-18:00 💡 Tip: Some rides are under maintenance on Mondays, avoid that day; bring sun hats and water bottles for kids, as water inside is expensive (5 RMB/bottle). 📍 German Town (free) Highlights: A replica of Hanover, Germany, with pointed roofs and colorful walls, like stepping into Europe. Elders can drink fresh craft beer at Beer Square (30 RMB/cup); kids can buy teddy bear toys at Fairy Tale House (50 RMB each), and watch the light show at 19:30, perfect for atmospheric photos. 🍖 Recommended Dining: De Zhuang Hotpot in the town, must-try Benz Pot (Yin-Yang + clear broth, suitable for all), tender beef (38 RMB/serving), average 60 RMB per person. 📜 Day 4: Poetry Wall Stroll & Rhythmic Return 📍 Changde Poetry Wall (4A, free) Highlights: The "world’s longest poetry, calligraphy, and painting carved art wall," stretching 3 kilometers, engraved with poems by famous poets through the ages. Elders can view calligraphy inscriptions at Wuling Pavilion and listen to guided tours (20 RMB/session); kids can practice calligraphy tracing in the Children’s Calligraphy Area (free), buy poetry bookmarks (10 RMB/set) as souvenirs, and stroll along the wall to the Yuan River to watch fishing boats return. 🕙 Recommended Time: 9:00-11:00 (cooler morning, good lighting) 💡 Tip: There are resting pavilions inside the wall area, convenient for elders to rest anytime; don’t let kids climb the city wall (slippery with moss). 🍖 Recommended Dining: Nearby Qiu Ji Noodle Shop, have one last bowl of beef noodles (12 RMB/bowl) with a fried egg (2 RMB), average 15 RMB per person, authentic home-style flavor. ✨ Changde Survival Guide 1️⃣ Transportation: Taxi starting fare 6 RMB, buses cover main attractions (2 RMB/ride); take the tourist shuttle to Taohuayuan (15 RMB/person, 1.5 hours); bus H11 goes directly to Kale Planet (2 RMB). 2️⃣ Clothing: Wear light jackets in spring and autumn (windy by the lake), short sleeves plus sun protection in summer (strong UV at Liuyue Lake), down jackets in winter (cold by Yuan River), and comfortable shoes for walking (Poetry Wall, He Street). 3️⃣ Taboos: Do not pick peach blossoms in Taohuayuan; Kale Planet rides have height restrictions (many rides not for kids under 1.2 meters); do not touch sculptures casually in German Town. 4️⃣ Accommodation: Stay near Liuyue Lake/He Street for the first 3 days, and in the city center (e.g., Changde International Hotel) on the last day for easy departure. 🛍️ Must-Buy Souvenirs ① Changde Sauce-Marinated Duck (Jindan brand, 60 RMB each, vacuum-packed, mildly spicy version suitable for kids) ② Taohuayuan Peach Blossom Wine (50 RMB/bottle, low-alcohol sweet wine, suitable for elders) ③ Jinshi Beef Noodle Seasoning Pack (20 RMB/box, recreate authentic taste at home) ④ Poetry Wall Cultural Creative Notebook (30 RMB each, printed with famous quotes, a cultured gift) The soul of Changde is reflected in the shimmering waves of Liuyue Lake, the blooming peach blossoms of Taohuayuan, and the ink fragrance written on the Poetry Wall. Whether watching a sunset by the lake with your parents, letting your kids go wild in the amusement park for a day, or eating all the snacks with friends on He Street, life here always carries a touch of lazy beauty. If you come to Changde, would you first want to dream in Taohuayuan or see the sea at Liuyue Lake?