Guangdong Conghua Spring Hiking Guideο½A Hidden Emerald Wonderland on the Tropic of Cancer
by StellaSpecter_789ss
Sep 25, 2025
Tired of the city's hustle and bustle? How about a spontaneous light trip! π
As Guangzhou locals' "backyard garden," Conghua is a hidden weekend paradise~
Here you can find the rare nationwide β¨ radon hot springs, the thousand-year-old ancient village Xitou Village, and ecological orchards where you can pick fruit all year round.
Thereβs also the beautiful Liuxi River scenery comparable to Jiuzhaigou, with an unbeatable cost-performance ratio!
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A money-saving one-day tour plan customized for you:
- Accessible by subway + bus π (lazy-friendly)
- A high cost-performance itinerary under 299 RMB
- Three must-try highlights: ancient village hiking + fruit picking + hot spring relaxation
π« Suitable for:
Couples on dates π | Family outings π¨π©π§ | Girlfriends gathering π― | Photography enthusiasts πΈ
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π Itinerary Overview (1-day version)
β° 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM | π Transportation: subway + bus + taxi | π° Cost: 298 RMB/person
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π© First Stop: Guangzhou City β Xitou Village (7:30-9:30)
π Transportation Guide:
1. Take Metro Line 14 β "Conghua Passenger Station" or "Dongfeng Station"
2. Taxi or carpool to Xitou Village (35 minutes / 60 RMB)
πΏ Scenery along the way:
- Bamboo forests swaying on both sides of the mountain road
- Different seasonal views: plum blossoms in spring πΈ, rice waves in autumn πΎ
πΈ Photo tips:
Grab a window seat when you get on! Stunning cloud sea highway shots are easy to get βοΈ
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π© Second Stop: Lingnanβs Most Beautiful Ancient Village - Xitou Village (9:30-11:30)
π Address: Xitou Village, Liangkou Town, Conghua District
π€ Admission: Free! Truly a zero-cost trip
π Must-visit spots:
βοΈ Century-old stone slab roads (maximum time-travel feeling)
βοΈ Playing in the creek (a must for kids π¦)
βοΈ Jincun Reservoir (feels like a "mini Jiuzhaigou")
π· Best photo spots:
- Reflection of the village entrance archway
- Barefoot water play by the creek
- Aerial shots of the reservoir (note no-fly zones)
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π© Third Stop: Farmhouse + Fruit Picking (11:30-13:00)
π΄ Recommended restaurant: Yuantou Renjia Farmhouse
Must-try: Bamboo tube rice π + mountain water tofu + free-range chicken π
Cost per person: 50 RMB, eat until full!
π Seasonal fruit picking:
| Season | Fruit | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Strawberries | Β₯30/jin |
| Summer | Huangpi (yellow skin fruit) | Β₯20/jin |
| Autumn | Persimmons | Β₯15/jin |
| Winter | Sugar tangerines | Β₯20/basket |
π‘ Tip: Book the orchard in advance; the owner will provide shuttle service~
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π© Fourth Stop: Liuxi River Forest Park (13:30-16:00)
π Location: 15 minutes by car from Xitou Village
π« Admission: 30 RMB (half price for students)
β¨ Activities:
- Stroll along the lakeside boardwalk
- Bike around the lake π΄
- Boat tour on the lake β΅
Or choose a more chill alternative:
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Taste Hakka Lei Cha tea π΅
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Handmade tofu experience
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Lie down and daydream under the shade π³
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π© Fifth Stop: Radon Hot Spring Relaxation (16:30-19:00)
β¨οΈ Recommended hot springs:
1β£οΈ Duxi Taili Hot Spring Resort
2β£οΈ Nankunshanju Hot Spring
(Both contain radon and sodium bicarbonate, great for skin β¨)
π° Admission:
Daytime Β₯138 | Nighttime Β₯98
(Book in advance on Trip.com for better deals~)
π¦ Essentials:
Swimsuit π | Waterproof bag | Non-slip slippers
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π© Return Trip Guide (19:00-21:00)
π Taxi to subway station about 50 RMB
π Or take the last bus (remember to check the schedule!)
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π° Expense List (298 RMB per person version)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 120 RMB |
| Lunch | 50 RMB |
| Fruit Picking | 30 RMB |
| Hot Spring | 88 RMB |
| Spare Cash | 20 RMB |
π― A perfect weekend for under 300 RMB!
Cost-performance maxed out π₯
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β οΈ Travel Tips:
- Best seasons: spring and autumn
- Must-haves: sunscreen π + mosquito repellent
- Rainy day reminder: bring an umbrella β hot springs open as usual
π Traveler says:
"No need to travel far to embrace nature,
this is the true cure for city dwellers~"
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