8-Day Guangzhou and Chaoshan Highlights Tour

Welcome to Guangzhou! Once you arrive, your tour guide will meet you in the airport's arrival hall. A private car and driver will then take you directly to your hotel, and your guide will be on hand to assist with check-in and ensure you're settled in comfortably.

Enjoy a private transfer to the station for the high-speed train to Chaozhou, where your tour guide will meet you for a seamless city exploration.

Explore Longhu Ancient Village and immerse yourself in Chaoshan's traditional architecture and culture, showcased in its ancient Song-Qing dynasty buildings with elaborate carvings and porcelain paintings.

Experience the Chaoshan flavors on a Walking Foodie Expedition through the celebrated Paifang Street. Delight in the taste of Spring Rolls, the aromatic Braised Goose, the distinctive Kueh Chee, and the invigorating Orange juice(individual purchases apply), before your relaxing return to your hotel.

Discover the Daoyun Building, China's largest octagonal Hakka tulou, with incredibly thick, ingeniously built rammed-earth walls. Its distinct Bagua-inspired shape and defensive design, including gunholes, are notable.

Discover both the Guangji (Xiangzi) Bridge and the Guangji Gate Tower. The bridge itself is known for its clever design, blending stone arches and a movable boat bridge for waterway access, complemented by lively pavilions that provide historical context and beautiful vistas.

Explore Kaiyuan Temple, where centuries of architectural evolution and exquisite Buddhist artistry are on display, featuring intricate carvings and statues within prominent halls such as the Mahavira Hall.

Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of Chaozhou at Zaiyang Tea House: experience the exquisite Gongfu Cha, the region's time-honored tea ceremony, while being captivated by the vibrant artistry of Teochew Opera, Teochew string music, or Teochew song singing.

A comfortable drive from your hotel to Shantou awaits, during which you'll gain fascinating insights into the region from your guide.

Uncover the cultural tapestry of Shantou Ancient Town as you wander through the serene Little Garden Park, the venerable Tianhou Palace, and the historically resonant Laoma Palace Stage, admire the Post Office Building's architecture and view the outside of the Opening Port Exhibition Hall.

Discover the Chaoshan Historical and Cultural Expo Center to delve into the region's rich heritage, from its history and Teochew dialect to traditional crafts, local cuisine, and Teochew Opera. Inside, witness the vibrant 30-minute Chaoshan Yingge Dance, a dynamic performance with rhythmic hammer strikes staged across the hall.

Explore the stunning Queshi Park, taking a cable car ride to ascend Piaoran Pavilion for panoramic views of Shantou's inner bay.

Cruise on the Qimian Ferry, traveling between the Queshi Bridge and Bay Bridge, and discover attractions like the Queshi Scenic Area, Baihuajian Temple, the Chaoshan Expo Center and etc. along the way.

Experience spectacular panoramic views of the sea and coastline while journeying across the Nan'ao Bridge to Nan'ao Island.

Explore the Zongbingfu, a Ming and Qing military headquarters (now a museum) that highlights the island's strategic coastal defense history.

Explore the 'Gate of Nature' in Tropic of Cancer Square, the only Tropic of Cancer landmark tower on an island in China.

Head to Qing'ao Bay, the 'Oriental Hawaii' of the region. There, you'll delight in walking along its sandy shores, gazing at the immense blue ocean and sky, and letting the cool sea breeze wash over you.

Admire Sancongya Lighthouse, Nan'ao Island's picturesque landmark. Its distinctive red and white design offers breathtaking panoramic ocean views, perfect for photography.

Experience a seamless and comfortable transfer to Jieyang in the morning.

Discover De'anli in Puning, a well-preserved Hakka walled village with sturdy walls, a symmetrical layout of brick houses surrounding courtyards and ancestral halls, and fortified gates, offering a glimpse into Hakka communal living, defensive architecture, social structures, and history in the Chaoshan region.

Experience the cultural richness of Jieyang Ancient Town by wandering through the vibrant Guandi Temple, the historic Jinxian Gate, and the well-preserved Jieyang Confucian Temple, while also admiring the spiritual Rongcheng Chenghuang Temple and the charming Ancient City Zhongshan Arcade Street, noted for its traditional shophouses.

Following the tour, unwind with a comfortable transfer to the train station for a high-speed train to Guangzhou. Meet your guide and driver for a comfortable transfer to your Guangzhou Hotel.

Appreciate the traditional Guangdong-style architecture and decoration at Chen Family Ancestral Hall. It is especially known for its display of delicate craftsmanship and folk art, including historical figures, carvings and cast iron.

Discover Buddhist tranquility at the Temple of Six Banyan Trees, an ancient site over a millennium old, home to the largest bronze Buddhist statue in Guangdong.

Descend into the royal mausoleum at the Museum of the Nanyue King to discover over 1,000 priceless artifacts, including the remarkable Jade Burial Suit of the King.

Ascend the Canton Tower to the 108th-floor Star Observation Deck. This highest indoor viewpoint offers unparalleled, breathtaking 360-degree vistas of Guangzhou.

Make the most of your remaining free time to enjoy a final exploration of the city before your guide and driver's arrival for the airport transfer.