Itinerary
Meet-up00:00 - 23:00
Car1 hr(s)
2 single beds 2 person(s) per room • Private bathroom
Chinese
30 min(s)
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
Han Wen Gong Shrine (closed on Mondays) is located at the foot of Bijia Mountain on the eastern bank of the Han River in Chaozhou, Guangdong. It is the earliest surviving and best-preserved dedicated shrine in China commemorating Han Yu, a Tang dynasty litterateur.
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
Later, visit the [Paifang Street] in the ancient city of Chaozhou. Paifang (memorial archways) are one of the characteristic architectural features of Chinese culture. They are structures erected by rulers (governments), local communities, or clans to honor merits, imperial examinations, benevolent governance, as well as filial piety and righteousness.
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
Kaiyuan Temple is located on Kaiyuan Road, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province. Formerly known as Lifeng Temple, it was originally built in the 26th year of the Kaiyuan reign of the Tang Dynasty (738 AD). During the Yuan Dynasty, it was renamed "Kaiyuan Wanshou Zen Temple"; in the Ming Dynasty, it was called "Kaiyuan Zhenguo Zen Temple", and also known as "Zhenguo Kaiyuan Zen Temple", with the additional tablet inscription "Wanshou Palace", commonly referred to as Kaiyuan Temple.
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Tickets included
Visit the [Guangji Bridge] and take a close look at one of the four ancient bridges, which is the world's first opening and closing drawbridge. Its unique style of "eighteen pontoon boats and twenty-four piers" is known alongside the Zhaozhou Bridge, Luoyang Bridge, and Lugou Bridge as the four great ancient bridges of China.
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Tickets included
Then proceed to experience the [Chaozhou Intangible Cultural Heritage] featuring shocking Chaozhou Yingge dance, Chaozhou grand gongs and drums, welcoming the gods, lion dance performances, elegant classic excerpts of Chaozhou opera, exquisite intangible cultural heritage skill displays, Chaoshan Kung Fu tea, and other performances, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the most authentic Chaoshan culture.
2 single beds 2 person(s) per room • Private bathroom
Chinese
30 min(s)
After breakfast, take a bus to Nanao Island and enjoy a view of the [Nanao Bridge] from the car. The Nanao Bridge is a cross-sea passage in Shantou City, Guangdong Province, China, connecting Chenghai District and Nanao County. Located above the waters of Houjiang Bay, it is part of the northeastern passage of Shantou City. The Nanao Bridge is the first true cross-sea bridge in Guangdong Province.
30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
Then proceed to the [Changshanwei Pier Lighthouse]. The Changshanwei Lighthouse, also known as Changshan Lighthouse. Afterwards, visit the [Tropic of Cancer Landmark Tower - Gate of Nature] and [Qing'ao Bay Beach]. Located at the eastern end of Nan'ao Island, the Gate of Nature and Qing'ao Bay are the 11th Tropic of Cancer landmark tower built in China to date.
If time permits, everyone can bike around the island on their own, head to the night market in the evening, and sample the local specialty seafood dinner on their own.
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
The natural landscapes and scenery of Nan'ao Island are naturally formed. Because it has been relatively less developed, the environmental protection is quite good. Many rocks, trees, and vegetation still retain their primitive appearance, and the beach scenery is also very beautiful. It is a niche hotspot for checking in and taking photos. Fish raft sea-going experience [if canceled, replaced with other routes]
2 single beds 2 person(s) per room • Private bathroom
Chinese
30 min(s)
1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
After breakfast, proceed to [Shipantaicheng Park (Stone Fortress Park)]. Shipantaicheng Park is located at No. 20, Haibin Road, Jinping District, Shantou City. Situated in the bustling area of the north bank of the Rongjiang River, it guards the entrance and exit of Shantou Port and occupies a strategically vital location.
2 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry
[Shantou Xiaogongyuan / Little Park] (including the Shantou General Post Office Building, Lao Mu Gong Temple, Lao Mu Gong Opera Stage, etc.) (Free visit, tour duration about 120 minutes) is a historic site in the old urban area of Shantou, a witness to the prosperity of Shantou's historical commercial district, and also a place where Chaoshan Jiajiren (locals) and friends from home and abroad linger and reminisce with homesick feelings.
Then go to experience the cross-sea ferry, and check in at the hotel after the itinerary.
2 single beds 2 person(s) per room • Private bathroom
Chinese
30 min(s)
Car1 hr(s)
Hotel check-out time is before 12:00 PM. If you have a late evening flight, please complete your check-out before 12:00 PM. You can store your luggage at the front desk and then enjoy your free time. Any extra charges incurred due to late check-out will be at your own expense!
To drop-off points08:00 - 12:00
For reference only. The itinerary is subject to change.Know before you go
What's included
Transport: Car- Meals: Breakfast
- Admission: Memorial Temple of Han Yu, Paifang Street, Kaiyuan Temple, Guangji Bridge, Chaozhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience, Tropic of Cancer Landmark Tower—Gate of Nature, Qing'ao Bay Beach, Nan'ao Island, Fish charter boat sea experience, Shipaitai Park, Shantou Small Park, Shantou General Post Office Building, Shantou Laomagong, transatlantic ferry
- Accommodation: 2-night accommodation at Chaozhou reference hotels: Xana Deluxe, Atour, Liju, or equivalent hotels, 1-night accommodation at Nan'ao Island reference hotels: Daoshangzhu, Xintao Resort, or equivalent, 1-night accommodation at Shantou reference hotels: Ramada, Julair, Yiju, Atour, or hotels of the same level
- Includes travel agency liability insurance; tourists are advised to purchase travel accident insurance on their own.
- Chinese-speaking driver and guide service. The driver does not enter the scenic area and does not provide guided commentary. Visitors tour the scenic area independently.
Guide- Does not include internal transportation within itinerary attractions, personal expenses (such as transportation, meals, and guide services during free time; hotel laundry, haircuts, telephone calls, fax, pay TV, beverages, tobacco and alcohol, and other expenses beyond the itinerary)
- Additional expenses caused by force majeure reasons such as traffic delays, strikes, weather, aircraft mechanical failures, flight cancellations, or schedule changes; accommodation and food expenses caused by being stranded; increased return travel expenses.
- Internal transportation, marine entertainment projects, or night shows within the scenic area are not regarded as tourist attractions.
- Twin rooms are arranged by default, with 2 adults sharing one room. Room sharing is not available for this itinerary. If you are traveling with an odd number of adults, please be sure to purchase 1 single room supplement; traveling alone will arrange a separate room for you; traveling with 3 adults, purchase an additional 1 single room supplement, which will arrange two rooms for you.
- Any expenses other than those included in personal consumption and fees
