Ballads of Mountains and Seas | Romantic Zhangzhou 3-Day Leisure Tour

Day 1: Meet in Zhangzhou → Tianluokeng Tulou → Yunshuiyao Ancient Town

·morning

[Departing from Guangzhou] Meet at Guangzhou South Station and take the 07:52 train to Zhangzhou Station. (Reference train number D4105 07:52-11:54. If this train is sold out, you will need to change trains or transfer. The specific details are subject to your actual ticket purchase.)

[Departing from Shenzhen] Meet at Shenzhen North Station and take the train around 08:48 to Zhangzhou Station. (Reference train number D4108 08:48-11:54. If this train is sold out, you will need to change trains or transfer. The specific details are subject to actual ticket purchase.)

【Meet at Zhangzhou Station】Meet at Zhangzhou Station at 12:00 noon

Free dining at Zhangzhou Station.

·afternoon

At 1:00 PM, we'll depart for the Tianluokeng Scenic Area. The Tianluokeng Tulou complex is the most iconic of all Nanjing's Tulou. Comprising five buildings, one square and four circular, they're built according to the Five Elements (gold, wood, water, fire, and earth). They're nicknamed "Four Dishes and One Soup." We'll follow the scenic plank road into the village and into the buildings, delving deeper into their mysteries.

After our tour, we headed to Yunshuiyao and checked in, staying in the scenic area tonight. Originally known as Changjiao Village, this ancient village boasts a rich history, boasting long, winding paths, century-old banyan trees, enchanting earthen buildings, and breathtaking views of mountains and clear waters. The film "Yunshuiyao," based on the popular film "Searching," was filmed here, bringing the town immense fame and earning it the name "Yunshuiyao."

After the tourists have dispersed, we can stroll slowly from Hegui Tower to Huaiyuan Tower. In the evening, gather friends for a Hakka feast featuring salt-wine chicken, Guanyin vegetables, dried bamboo shoots, Huweilun chicken soup, and local rice wine. Afterward, enjoy the night view of Yunshuiyao.

Travel time: 1.5-2 hours by bus

Day 2 Yunshuiyao Ancient Town → Dongshan Island

08:00

In the morning, you will have free time to explore and take photos, fully enjoying the tranquil morning in Yunshuiyao. (Remember to enjoy breakfast, which will be served before 10 am.)

11:30

Check out from the hotel, put your luggage on the bus, and have a simple lunch

12:30

Depart for Dongshan Island.

3:00 PM

Arrive at Dongshan Island and head to Nanmen Bay to check in at the colorful fishing village, one of the filming locations of the movie "The Left Ear." On one side is the azure sea and blue sky, and on the other side are colorful houses and the ocean, just like the scene in the movie! Tongshan Ancient Town - In the city, facing the sea, check in at Ding Street, Nanmen Bay, Fisherman's Wharf, Wengong Temple, and Nanming Academy.

Follow the coastline to Shuangmianhai, a unique spot on Dongshan Island known for its "double-sided sea." At high tide, the waters on both sides surge up, competing with each other, submerging the sandy beach in the middle, creating a scene of the sky. At low tide, a navigable sandbar appears at Nanmen Bay. After low tide, you can walk along the double-sided beach to Nanyu Island, a magical path that emerges with the ebb and flow of the tide. Nanyu Island retains its pristine natural scenery, with only a single temple. The island's most famous landmark is its green and white lighthouse, a filming location for the movie "Your Wedding."

Sit on the riverbank and admire the sunset, while there are plenty of sea view cafes waiting to be visited. In the evening, you can find your own food at the many seafood stalls and snack bars, offering a wide variety of options to suit your budget.

6:30 PM

Check in to Dongshan Island Hotel and rest.

Driving time: 2.5 hours by bus

Day 3 Dongshan Island → Maluan Bay → Jinluan Bay → Sufengshan Loop → Yunxiao Station

08:00

Use early

09:30

Meet at the hotel entrance to check out and head to Maluan Bay Beach, one of Dongshan Island's core scenic spots, renowned for its silvery white sand and crystal-clear waters. People often cover themselves in the sand, enjoying a romantic sunbath. The beach is also dotted with colorful shells of various sizes and shapes. Tourists can relax and enjoy the sea, or participate in the marine activities.

1:30 PM

After lunch, we will go to pick up the electric bikes and ride the famous Sufeng Mountain Highway. On one side is the sea, on the other side are the mountains. Bathed in the sea breeze, you can take a lot of photos of the highway and pose. Along the way, you will also pass by Jinluan Bay and get a glimpse of the "Sky Realm".

4:30 PM

After the ride, take the bus to Yunxiao Station. Please choose to take the return bus around 18:00, arriving in Shenzhen at approximately 21:06 and arriving in Guangzhou at 21:53 (the specific bus is subject to the actual bus you booked)

Travel time: 1.5 hours by bus

Dongshan Island, also known as Lingdao Island and Diedao Island for its butterfly-like shape, is located in Dongshan County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province, China. It is the second largest island in Fujian Province, the seventh largest island in China, and one of Fujian's ten most beautiful islands. With its vast bay, gentle beaches, lush trees, and numerous scenic spots, it embodies the unique characteristics of a southern coastal landscape. Dongshan Island, formerly known as Tongshan, still houses the ancient Tongshan City, built in the Ming Dynasty on the coast of Tongling Town. Built to defend against Japanese pirates, it still retains its former glory.

[Nanping Tulou], also known as Fujian Tulou, is a type of Hakka dwelling. Nanjing Tulou is spread across the mountainous areas of Nanjing, Hua'an, Pinghe, Zhao'an, Yunxiao, Zhangpu and other counties in Zhangzhou City. It is famous for its long history, large number, large scale, strange shape and unique style. It is known as the "mythical mountain building".