Itinerary

Day 1: Qiziwan Wonders & Li Village Slow Life

Morning
Qiziwan Dajiao Park (Free | 7:00-19:00)
Check in at the "Ten Thousand Acres of Desert by the Sea" wonder, where red sandstone meets the turquoise sea. The golden boardwalk at sunrise is highly recommended for stunning aerial shots!
Transportation: Take the "Changhua-Qiziwan" bus from Shilu Town (approx. 1.5h) or drive yourself.

Lunch
Changhua Port Seafood Stall
Must-try: Steamed Sandworms with Garlic, Salt and Pepper Slipper Lobster (approx. 80 RMB per person). Super fresh, directly from fishing boats!

Afternoon
Junbiao Cape Lighthouse (Free)
Cliffside lighthouse + wild pineapple and cactus clusters, an Instagrammable photo spot.
Baotu Village Li Pottery Workshop (Experience 30 RMB/person | 9:00-17:00)
Hand-make Li ethnic coiled pottery, with on-site teaching by an intangible cultural heritage inheritor.

Accommodation Recommendation
Qiziwan New Century Resort (500 RMB+/night)
Infinity pool directly facing the bay, or choose "Zhiye Ke" Homestay in Changhua Town (200 RMB+/night), a 5-minute walk to the beach.

Day 2: Bawangling Exploration & Mango Carnival

Morning
Bawangling National Forest Park (Admission 50 RMB | 8:00-18:00)
Focus on Yaga Scenic Area (2h): White Waterfall Immortal Stream, Millennium Tree King. The trails are cool and easy to walk, and you might occasionally spot gibbons!
Transportation: 40-minute drive from Shilu Town, chartering a car is recommended (approx. 100 RMB one way).

Lunch
Bawangling Farmhouse Restaurant
Li ethnic bamboo rice + Five-legged Pig (firm meat!), served with wild vegetable "Centella Asiatica" soup.

Afternoon
Qicha Town Kapok Viewing Platform (Free | Best season: Dec-Feb)
Outside of flowering season, you can visit [Shiyuetian Ten Thousand Acres Mango Orchard] (Harvesting: May-July).
Experience: 10 RMB entry for all-you-can-eat, pack Jin Huang Mango/Guifei Mango to take away (5 RMB/jin).

Transportation Tips

High-speed rail to "Qiziwan Station", hotel shuttle available upon exit.
Attractions are spread out, self-driving rental car (150 RMB/day) or chartering a car is recommended.

Unmissable Changjiang Flavors

Dish Recommended Restaurant Per Person
Wulie Lamb Sande Lamb Restaurant, Wulie Town 120
Li Ethnic Fish Tea Wangxia Township Farmhouse 30
Mango Dipping Sauce Street Cart 5

️ Important Notes

1️⃣ Qiziwan's reefs are sharp, do not walk barefoot on the waves.
2️⃣ Bawangling is rainy, prepare mosquito repellent + lightweight raincoat.
3️⃣ Blogger's photo tips: Wear bright-colored dresses for Qiziwan photos, ethnic-style clothing for Li pottery.