5 Days Experience like a local in Chaoshan

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Chaoshan cuisine is famous all over the world. In addition to the well-known Teochew beef balls, there are also delicious dishes such as duck mother twist, beef offal noodle, and braised goose.
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Chaoshan cuisine is famous all over the world. In addition to the well-known Teochew beef balls, there are also delicious dishes such as duck mother twist, beef offal noodle, and braised goose. Spend a few days in Chaoshan and visit Guangji Tower, Guangji Bridge, Paifang Street, and Kaiyuan Temple in Chaozhou. Eat snacks at the arcades in the old urban area of Shantou Small Park. Shantou’s Lao Ma Gong Dumplings, Aixi Dry Noodles, Square’s Old Brand Bean Curd, Lao Zi Niang Rice Noodles, Piaoxiang Snack Bar, etc. are unforgettable. Take a look at the sea view and eat seafood on Nan'ao Island.


Day 1: Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) - Shantou Longhu Hotel (Welcome Dinner)

Upon arrival at Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA), meet and greet then transfer to the Hotel.

4 times arrival transfer provided: 10:00am - 1:00pm - 4:00pm - 6:00pm, please make sure you meet the driver on time at arrival hall because the pick-up team will leave airport on time. (If your arrival time differs from what we provide, please arrange your own transport to hotel)

The hotel's check-in time is 2:00pm onward, but the hotel sometimes changes the time according to its own room status. If you cannot check in, you can store your luggage and check in again later.

7:00pm - Welcome Dinner at hotel. After that, free at leisure. Recommendation: you can go to NanGuo Mall and Suning Plaza to taste food and go shopping on your own.

Overnight at Shantou Longhu Hotel

 

Day 2: (9:00am - 5:00pm) Shantou One Day Tour (Breakfast/Lunch)

After breakfast, proceed to tour:

[Small Park] is an iconic building in Old Shantou. There are also the landmark buildings of Old Shantou, Nansheng Department Store, and the site of the Daqing Post Office, which are full of historical memories. Free to visit Shantou General Post Office Building (1st floor) The post office was completed in 1922. It is one of the two most complete postal architectural entities in Guangdong that adopts the European architectural style.

[Experience the fun of making "kueh" by Chaoshan people] As the heir to the intangible heritage of Guangdong Province, the restaurant of Lao Chaoxing, "making kuih family", upholds the traditional craftsmanship of Chaoshan and presents you with the most local characteristics and all kinds of seasonal Chaoshan Kueh product. "Hunger breeds discontentment", "Chaoshan cuisine is the best in the world", the old Chaoxing's Chaozhou-style kueh product making skills, not only was rated as the only unit of intangible cultural heritage in Guangdong Province but also in CCTV-9 "The Festive Table", The documentary "The Taste of Laoguang", Shantou TV "People's Livelihood Archives-Non-genetic Inheritance of Chaozhou Kueh Product" appeared in the documentary. Spread the taste of Chaoshan! 

[Mazu Palace] The oldest building before the opening of Shantou, it used to be the starting place for the trendy people to leave their hometown and across the sea to make a living. Before they set off, they must worship Mazu here to pray for safety on the sea.

Lunch at local restaurant - beef hot pot feast.

Proceed to Shantou Southern District to visit:

[Baihuajian Temple] Located on the east coast of the Queshi Scenic Area, it is currently the largest temple in the province in terms of area. (In case of policy closure, visit Shi Paotai Park instead)

[Queshi Scenic Area] is a coastal natural scenic spot featuring beautiful scenery, surrounded by hills, strange rocks, quaint houses and colonial buildings, and subtropical plants surrounded by bays. Climb to the Piaoranting and enjoy the panoramic view of Shantou Bay. *Including round-trip cable car*

[Dahao Ancient City] Taste authentic special snacks Dahao Fish Balls. (1 bowl for 1 person)

Dinner at own arrangement.

Transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at Shantou Longhu Hotel

 

Day 3: (8:00am-9:00pm) Shantou - Nan'ao Island (Breakfast/Lunch)

After breakfast, drive to the national 4A tourist area, the most beautiful island in Guangdong-Nan'ao Island.

Pass by the giant dragon on the sea, the first sea-crossing bridge in Guangdong-Nan'ao Bridge.

[Nan'ao Bridge] Experience the wonders of the sea, along the way to see the newly completed sailing square, check in the net celebrity lighthouse, the beauty of Victoria Harbour, New Nan'ao Beach- Qianjiangwan Haibin Road.

[Nan'ao Egret Ecological Park] Located on the east side of Houzhai Town, Nan'ao County, surrounded by mountains and rivers, it has a beautiful environment. It was originally one of the habitats of egrets in South Australia.

Lunch at local restaurant.

[Nan'ao Zongbingfu] Located in Dayakou, Shen'ao Town, Nan'ao Island, the Nanao Zong Bing Mansion in the Ming and Qing Dynasties is the only island Zong Bing Mansion in the country. Approved by the Taiwan Affairs Office of the Central Committee and the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council in 2014, it was designated as a “cross-strait exchange base”. In the same year, it was awarded the Guangdong Provincial Anti-corruption Education Base by the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and the Provincial Supervision Department. The education base is also the first batch of patriotic education bases in Shantou.

[Qing'ao Bay Bathing Beach] One of the 2A-class swimming pools in Guangdong, the bay arc is 2.9 kilometers and looks like a crescent moon. The beach is 2.4 kilometers long and the sand width is nearly 100 meters. , Known as the swimmer's pool paradise...Walking on the beach, watching the sea, listening to the tide, Cozy and comfortable.

[Nature's Gate] The symbolic tower of the Tropic of Cancer. The tower design adopts the Chinese character "door" to evolve its shape. At about 12 noon on the summer solstice every year, there will be a momentary time to shoot directly at the Tropic of Cancer, and the shadow of the sun will pass through the center tube of the sphere above. , In the center of the projection platform, the astronomical phenomenon of "no shadow on the pole" can be seen only once a year.

Dinner at own arrangement.

Transfer to hoteland check-in

Overnight at Grand Skylight Hotel Nan'ao

 

Day 4: (8:30am - 5:30pm) Nan'ao Island - Chaozhou (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

After breakfast, drive to Longdu Town, Chenghai to visit:

[Cihong Former Residence] The first overseas Chinese residence in eastern Guangdong, the magnificent architectural scale, the combination of Chinese and Western architectural art, ancient Chaoshan folk customs, and elegant old days are a microcosm of Chaozhou culture.

Lunch at local restaurant - stewed goose feast.

Drive to Chaozhou and continue to visit:

[Han Wen Gong Ancestral Hall] The location of the film "Never Say Die" is also a public shrine to commemorate the "Wu Chao Mentor". (Closed on Monday)

[Xiangzi Bridge] One of China's four major ancient bridges", known as the world's earliest open-closed bridge. *Including Bridge Fees*

[Guangjimen Gate Tower] An ancient city wall built in the Ming Dynasty, one of the main gates of Chaozhou City.

[Kaiyuan Temple] Kaiyuan Temple, known as the "Pearl of Ancient Architectural Art", still maintains the majestic and solemn style of Tang and Song Dynasty palace architecture similar to Todaiji Temple in Japan.

Strolling and repairing, the longest and most archway in the country:

[Archway Street-Free and taste the same snack Chaozhou fermented bean curd cake] In-depth understanding of the living and folk culture of the influx of people; go to Yingju Alley at the north end of Paifang Street, a hidden old house full of nostalgia of the Republic of China.

Enjoy Tea, Chaozhou Music Performance + Distinguish Dinner in Zaiyang Tea House

Dinner at local restaurant.

Transfer to hotel and check-in.

Overnight at Hampton by Hilton Chaozhou Fortune Center

 

Day 5: Hampton by Hilton Chaozhou Fortune Center - Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) (Breakfast)

After breakfast, transfer to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) according to your departure time.

4 times departure transfer provided: 6:00am - 9:00am - 12:00noon - 3:00pm, please make sure you are in the hotel lobby on time, because the team will leave on time.

Please check out before 12:00noon. In case of late check-out, please pay the additional fee at the front desk of the hotel.

What's Included

  • 2 nights stay at Shantou Longhu Hotel (Superior Room) or similar
  • 1 night stay at Grand Skylight Hotel Nan'ao (Superior Sea View Room) or similar
  • 1 night stay at Hampton by Hilton Chaozhou Fortune Center (Deluxe Room) or similar
  • 4 Breakfasts at hotel
  • 3 lunches and 2 Dinners (Including Welcome dinner)
  • Shantou One Day Tour 
  • Experience the fun of making "kueh"
  • Queshi Scenic Area round-trip cable car
  • Taste authentic special snacks Dahao Fish Balls (1 bowl for 1 person)
  • Xiangzi Bridge Fees
  • Taste the Chaozhou fermented bean curd cake (two pieces per person)
  • Zaiyang Tea House (includes tea seat fee)
  • 4 times return airport transfer
  • All tours & transfer as described in program with using private vehicle
  • Entrance ticket as per itinerary indicated (First entrance ticket provided)
  • Chinese Speaking Tour Guide Service
  • Tour Guide & Driver tipping
  • Host Service

What's NOT Included

  • Air Ticket
  • China Tourist Visa Fee (if needed)
  • Preferential treatment card: There is no refund for preferential certificates such as senior citizen cards and military officer cards; unutilized scenic spots tickets are not refundable.
  • Drinks / beverages during the meals
  • Personal Expenses
  • Other Expenses that do not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended

Important Notes


Shantou Longhu Hotel 4*

Address: No.2 Dabeishan Road, Shantou, Guangdong, China

in Shantou Special Economic Zone, on the west side of Longhu District, Shantou enjoys a superior geographical location and is uniquely endowed by nature. It is an international high-level hotel operated and managed by Sino-foreign cooperation. The hotel covers an area of 16,000 square meters, with a construction area of 28,800 square meters. The main building is seven floors high. With its modern equipment and garden-like structure, the hotel is spacious and comfortable, and the environment is quiet, elegant, and unique.

Shantou Longhu Hotel has a total of international-standard guest rooms, complete service facilities, various conference halls, restaurants, luxurious dance halls, and other service facilities. It also provides services such as car rental. In addition, in order to facilitate business and tourism activities, it is equipped There are a series of services such as fax, telex, Chinese and English typing, translation, tour guide, Internet cafes, etc., to provide comprehensive and considerate quality services to guests at home and abroad.

Hotel features:

  • Sauna
  • Chess Room
  • Massage room
  • Free Wi-Fi

Check-in from:    2:00pm
Check-out until: 12:00noon


 Grand Skylight Hotel Nan'ao 4*

Address: C288+9JM, Haibin Road, Houzhai Town, Nanao, Guangdong Province, China, 515900

is located in the beautiful Beisha Bay south of the island road in Houzhai Town, Nan'ao County. It is built adjacent to the sea and adjacent to the Nan'ao Municipal Park "Maritime Cultural Silk Square". It has a superior geographical location, practical functional planning, and unique environmental design.

The hotel has more than two hundred rooms/sets of various types of rooms. The rooms can enjoy the unique scenery such as beautiful sunsets and dolphins foraging. The decoration style is simple and elegant, equipped with high-quality bedding and bathing facilities.

The hotel is equipped with a Tai Chi compound restaurant, a mountain and sea multifunctional conference hall, a leisure book bar and board game room, and other comprehensive facilities. It is a good choice for business travel.

Hotel features:

  • Beach
  • Foosball table
  • Chess Room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Check-in from:    2:00pm
Check-out until: 12:00noon


Hampton by Hilton Chaozhou Fortune Center 4*

Address: Area A, Fortune Center, Intersection of Chaoshan Road and Xinfeng Road, Chaozhou, Guangdong, China

is located in the Fortune Center at the junction of Xinfeng Road and Chaoshan Road in Chaozhou City, next to the Municipal Service Center, adjacent to Chaozhou Passenger Transport Station, 5 minutes to Chaozhou Railway Station, 20 minutes to Chaoshan High-speed Railway Station, and 30 minutes to Chaoshan Airport. Superior and convenient transportation.

The hotel has a stylish and modern design, with a "HUB-style" lobby with the characteristics of Hampton by Hilton. The guest rooms use the American "Hampton Bed" standard Serta double patented mattress and eco-certified bedding to create a cloud-sweet dream experience. Adopt "Peter Thomas Roth" Toiletries use pure natural ingredients to create a rich and soothing bathing experience. There are also global high-end bathroom brands that bring a comfortable bathing experience.

The restaurant provides a fresh and nutritious healthy hot breakfast, a rich variety of simple meals, and fruit and vegetable drinks, allowing you to experience a high-quality healthy diet. The gym has a wide selection of fitness equipment and equipment, allowing you to sweat and reshape your vitality. "Happiness is simple from now on" we inherit the high quality of Hampton by Hilton as always.

Hotel features:

  • Fitness center
  • Heater
  • Wi-Fi access in designated areas
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Check-in from:    2:00pm
Check-out until: 12:00noon


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