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Step off the beaten path and into the heart of a traditional Chinese Spring Festival. This immersive 3-day tour takes you to the ancient city of Langzhong, the true birthplace of Chinese New Year celebrations. Make noodles with village masters, watch ancient shadow puppetry, live with a local farming family, and celebrate the New Year with fireworks and heartfelt traditions. This isn't just a trip; it's a journey into the soul of China.

Why This Journey is Unforgettable

Forget being a tourist—become a temporary local. This experience is designed to connect you with the authentic culture, food, and people of rural China during its most important holiday.

Live the Traditions: This is a hands-on experience. Make your own noodles, grind tofu, cook over a fire, write Spring Festival couplets, and light fireworks with new friends.

Stay in a 5-Star & a Farmhouse: Experience the contrast of China—one night in a luxurious 5-star hotel in the ancient city, and one night in a charming countryside hotel, immersing you in rural life.

Feast Like a Local: Every meal is an event. From a "Noodle Banquet" and a homemade "Farmers' Firewood Meal" to a grand "New Year's Eve Steamed Dish Feast" shared with local elders.

Witness Living History: Explore China's best-preserved imperial exam hall, walk the streets where the legendary general Zhang Fei once guarded, and watch a mesmerizing performance at the Wang Shadow Puppet Museum.

Guided by an Expert: An excellent English-speaking guide will be with you every step, bringing the stories, history, and local customs to life.

Your 3-Day Spring Festival Pilgrimage

Day 1: From Noodles to Shadow Puppets

Meals: -/ Noodle Banquet/ -

Accommodation: 5-Diamond Hotel in Langzhong Ancient City

Morning: The Art of the Noodle (China Noodle Village)
Depart Chengdu and journey to the famous "China Noodle Village." Here, you won't just see noodles; you'll live them. Watch the fascinating 18-step process of noodle-making, witness the stunning sight of noodles drying in the sun, and then try it yourself! Later, enjoy a delicious Noodle Banquet for lunch, featuring noodles so thin they say you can thread a needle with them.

Afternoon: A Taste of Old Langzhong
Arrive in the enchanting Langzhong Ancient City. Your first stop is a moment of pure relaxation. Sip on a traditional bowl of gaiwan tea under the shade of two 200-year-old locust trees, snacking on sunflower seeds, peanuts, and famous century-old Muling pastries.

Evening: The Magic of Shadow Puppetry
Step into the Wang Shadow Puppet Museum. Explore the collection of intricate puppets, watch a captivating live performance, and then get a chance to manipulate the puppets yourself behind the screen. After the show, the evening is yours. Wander the ancient streets at your own pace.

Insider Tip: For a magical view, take a stroll from the central Zhongtian Tower to Huaguang Tower by the Jialing River. The ancient city lit up at night is a photographer's dream.

Day 2: Live Like a Farmer & Celebrate the New Year

Meals: Breakfast/ Farmhouse Lunch/ New Year's Eve Dinner (Steamed Dish Feast)

Accommodation: Countryside Hotel

Morning: Feng Shui & Farm Life
After breakfast, explore the Tian Gong Yuan, a site dedicated to the ancient art of Feng Shui. Then, head to Wulong Village for the real adventure. This is your chance to experience rural life firsthand. Pick fresh fruit (1kg included!), dig for wild vegetables, harvest seasonal greens, pound rice, and grind tofu in a traditional stone mill.

Afternoon: Cook & Connect
Using the ingredients you've gathered, it's time to cook your own farmhouse meal over a wood-fired stove. After lunch, enjoy a gentle countryside walk with a local villager. Later, we arrive at a traditional farmhouse, once featured on CCTV's Spring Festival program. Here, you are welcomed like family with red scarves and a warm courtyard tea featuring local snacks.

Evening: The Grand Celebration
In the birthplace of Chinese New Year, the festivities begin! Make dumplings, write and paste Spring Festival couplets, paint New Year pictures, cut paper window decorations, and craft lanterns. For the New Year's Eve Dinner, we share a grand Steamed Dish Feast with local elders, listening to their stories. Keep an eye out for the "Spring Festival Old Man," who hands out red envelopes (hongbao) for good luck! The night culminates in a spectacular display of fireworks and firecrackers in the courtyard.

Day 3: History, Flavors & a Farewell View

Meals: Breakfast/ Special Local Lunch (Liangfen Guokui & Zhangfei Beef Noodles)/ -

Accommodation: N/A

Morning: A Walk Through Imperial History
Start your day experiencing local life at the Zhuangyuan Street Morning Market. Then, dive into Langzhong's rich history with a guided tour of its most significant sites:

Sichuan Imperial Examination Hall: The best-preserved科举 exam hall in China.

Han Huanhou Temple: A key site of Three Kingdoms history, dedicated to the legendary warrior Zhang Fei.

Chuanbei Dao Shu: The ancient "city government" office from the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Wen Miao (Confucian Temple): A serene space dedicated to Confucius.

Afternoon: Towers & A Panoramic View
Ascend Zhongtian Tower, the ancient city's geographic and Feng Shui center, for a 360-degree view of the unique "chessboard" layout of tiled roofs. Then, climb Huaguang Tower, known as the "First Tower of Langyuan," for a stunning vista of the Jialing River curving around the ancient city walls. For lunch, enjoy a local favorite at the beloved 15-year-old Liu's Fangsu Guokui—crispy stuffed pancakes and savory Zhangfei beef noodles.

Final View & Return to Chengdu
Before heading back, we make one last stop: the Ming Dynasty White Pagoda atop the hill across the river. From here, you'll capture the perfect panoramic photo of the entire Langzhong Ancient City. We then transfer you back to Chengdu, where our journey together ends.

What's Included

Transportation: Comfortable tour bus/van (model depends on group size).

Accommodation: 1 night in a 5-Diamond hotel + 1 night in a countryside hotel.

Entrance Fees: Wang Shadow Puppet Museum, Tian Gong Yuan, Sichuan Examination Hall, Han Huanhou Temple, Chuanbei Dao Shu, Confucian Temple, Zhongtian Tower, Huaguang Tower.

Meals: 2 breakfasts, 4 incredible meals as described (Noodle Banquet, Farmhouse Lunch, New Year's Eve Feast, Special Local Lunch).

Guidance: Excellent English-speaking guide throughout the journey.

Insurance: Travel accident insurance included.

Important Information

What's Not Included:

Personal expenses.

Single room supplement.

Costs arising from force majeure or unforeseen circumstances.

Terms & Conditions:

Flexibility: The itinerary, meals, hotels, and transportation are subject to change without prior notice to ensure the best possible experience.

Force Majeure: The tour operator reserves the right to alter or cancel the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances (weather, traffic, holidays, etc.).

Personal Responsibility: All participants are responsible for their own safety and belongings. The operator is not liable for extra costs incurred due to delays, illness, or other unpredictable events.

Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, the operator reserves the right to correct any errors in promotional materials.