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5-Day Small Group In-Depth Tour of Chaozhou, Shantou, and Nan'ao Island

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Depart from Chaozhou

Day 1 00:00 - Day 5 08:00

Small group (2-8)

Conditional cancellation

Cancel 8 days before the start of the trip for a 100% refund. Cancel 7-4 days before the start of the trip to receive a 50% refund Cancel 3-1 days before the start of the itinerary to get a 40% refund. Cancellations on the day of the trip will incur a full loss charge, and no fees are refundable.

Available from 5 Nov 2026

Operated by:Boundless Travel

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Itinerary

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 1

Meet-up

Find your departure point

Point 1

00:00 - 23:00

Jieyang Chaoshan Airport

Arrive on the day with a driver picking you up at the airport or train station (no tour guide during this time). The day before departure, staff will contact you in advance to inform you of the airport pickup driver's phone number, hotel name, hotel address, and check-in method. Please keep your phone accessible, thank you.

Point 2

00:00 - 23:00

高铁潮汕站

Car

1 hr(s)

AccomodationHotel

Hotel

Xian Deluxe Hotel

2 single beds 2 person(s) per room
Private bathroom
Day 2

BreakfastChinese

30 min(s)

Memorial Temple of Han Yu

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.

Paifang Street

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.

Kaiyuan Temple

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.

Guangji Bridge

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.

Chaozhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience

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.

AccomodationHotel

Hotel

Xian Deluxe Hotel

2 single beds 2 person(s) per room
Private bathroom
Day 3

BreakfastChinese

30 min(s)

Nan'ao Bridge (View from vehicle)

Pass by

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.

Tropic of Cancer Landmark Tower—Gate of Nature & more

30 min(s)
Self-guided
Free entry

Tropic of Cancer Landmark Tower—Gate of Nature

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.

Qing'ao Bay Beach

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.

Nan'ao Island & more

1 hr(s)
Self-guided
Free entry

Nan'ao Island

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]

Fish charter boat sea experience

AccomodationHotel

Hotel

Build a beautiful inn on the island

2 single beds 2 person(s) per room
Private bathroom
Day 4

BreakfastChinese

30 min(s)

Shipaotai Park

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.

Shantou Small Park & more

2 hr(s)
Self-guided
Free entry

Shantou Small Park

[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.

Shantou General Post Office Building

Shantou Laomagong

transatlantic ferry

Then go to experience the cross-sea ferry, and check in at the hotel after the itinerary.

AccomodationHotel

Hotel

Ramada Hotel

2 single beds 2 person(s) per room
Private bathroom
Day 5

BreakfastChinese

30 min(s)

Car

1 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 points

Point 1

Tour will end at

08:00 - 12:00

Jieyang Chaoshan Airport

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport or train station according to your flight or departure time, concluding the trip. Hotel check-out time is before 12:00 noon. If you have a late flight, please complete your check-out before 12:00. You may store your luggage at the front desk and enjoy free time. Any extra charges incurred due to late check-out will be at your own expense.

Point 2

Tour will end at

08:00 - 12:00

高铁潮汕站

icon For reference only. The itinerary is subject to change.

Know before you go

Important info

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

Before you book

Additional information

Other Reminders

  • Friendly reminder: Guests over 70 years old must be accompanied by younger family members, and are also required to present a health certificate and sign a disclaimer.
  • Itinerary Adjustment: The local travel agency reserves the right to adjust the order of the itinerary provided that the total number of attractions or activities is not reduced.
  • Drivers recommend local cuisine, introduce scenery along the way, share practical information (such as whether closures are due to weather), and serve guests by assisting with communication. Driver-guides are usually very familiar with the local environment, ensuring convenient travel. Holding a valid driver's license and having some local knowledge, the driver does not have a tour guide certificate and will not give formal tour guide commentaries, but simple introductions are fine. At attractions where parking is allowed, the driver will park and accompany guests to take photos and check in. In ancient towns where vehicles are prohibited or parking is not permitted, the driver-guide will drop off guests at the attraction for them to enter on foot, and then pick them up to proceed to the next attraction.
  • Itinerary Reference:
  • Day 1: All parts of the country to Chaoshan Airport or railway station; Accommodation: Chaozhou; Meals: None
  • Day 2: Chaozhou - Han Wengong Temple - Chaozhou Ancient City - Paifang Street - Kaiyuan Temple - Guangji Bridge - Experience Chaoshan intangible cultural heritage - Yingge Dance + Chaoshan Kung Fu Tea + Watch Chaoshan Opera + Ying Laoye (God Welcoming Parade); Accommodation: Chaozhou, Meals: Breakfast
  • Day 3: Nanao - Nanao Bridge - Changshanwei Pier Lighthouse - Gateway to Nature - Qingshan Bay Beach - Pass by Rainbow Sea - Nanao Island - Fish raft sea experience; Stay: Nanao Island, Meal: Breakfast
  • Day 4: Shantou — Shihpaotai Park — Shantou Small Park — Shantou General Post Office Building — Lao Ma Palace — Cross-sea Ferry; Accommodation: Shantou, Meals: Breakfast
  • Day 5: Airport or train station drop-off; Accommodation: None, Meals: Breakfast
  • Itinerary reference hotels: Shantou (Ramada, Julaier, Yiju, Atour, or equivalent hotels); Chaozhou (Xizhi Deluxe, Atour, Liju, or equivalent); Nanao (Daoshangzhu, Xintao Resort, or equivalent)
  • Hotels in the itinerary are for reference only, arranged randomly, and subject to actual arrangements.
  • The itinerary includes 4 hotel breakfasts, and the rest of the meals are at your own expense!
  • Arrival on the first day will be handled by a driver for airport or station pick-up (no tour guide during this period). The day before departure, our agency will contact all esteemed guests to provide the driver's phone number, hotel name, hotel address, and check-in method. Please keep your phone accessible, thank you.
  • After arriving at the hotel, you will need to check in by yourself. You only need to pay a deposit. Upon check-out, if there is no damage to the hotel and no incidental expenses incurred, the deposit will be refunded to you upon departure!
  • Please take good care of your personal belongings and items while traveling; please respect the religious beliefs and lifestyle customs of the local people when traveling, and do not get into conflicts with them.
  • As hotels implement real-name registration for check-in, please carry a valid ID with you to ensure a smooth check-in process.
  • Nan'ao Island is an island and is affected by sea breezes year-round. It is normal for hotel bedding to feel damp. If you need to replace the bedding, you can communicate with the hotel front desk to have it replaced. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Because Nanao Island is an island county, based on the principle of avoiding waste, most breakfast options at hotels on the island are packaged breakfasts or served around a shared table. Please kindly understand this situation.
  • The dietary habits in eastern Guangdong are mainly seafood and Hakka cuisine, which may not necessarily suit every tourist's taste. Those allergic to seafood are prohibited from eating it. When tourists taste local snacks at their own expense, they should pay attention to hygiene to avoid causing gastrointestinal diseases, etc.
  • 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!
  • During the reception process, any additional expenses caused by force majeure factors shall be borne by the travelers themselves.
  • Note: Guests must not conceal any illnesses and are required to provide a health declaration. Failure to disclose will result in the guest bearing all consequences.
  • During the trip, tourists should carry some essential medications (such as cold medicine, anti-diarrhea medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc.) according to their physical condition, and prepare clothing and rain gear according to weather changes. In order to prevent fire accidents, please do not carry flammable and explosive items, and do not litter cigarette butts and fire sources.
  • When traveling, tourists should pay attention to their health, avoid eating raw food, raw seafood, and unpeeled fruits, avoid visiting roadside unlicensed stalls, avoid overeating, drink plenty of boiled water, eat more vegetables and fruits, smoke less, and drink less alcohol.
  • When purchasing food at a tourism destination, pay attention to product quality. Do not buy "three-no" (no manufacturer, no production date, no manufacturer address) products. If you find that the food is unhygienic or has an unusual smell or is spoiled, do not consume it under any circumstances.

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel 8 days before the start of the trip for a 100% refund.
  • Cancel 7-4 days before the start of the trip to receive a 50% refund
  • Cancel 3-1 days before the start of the itinerary to get a 40% refund.
  • Cancellations on the day of the trip will incur a full loss charge, and no fees are refundable.

How to use

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • Same price for children and adults

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