The most asked-about healing town! Pretend to be in the misty corridors of Jiangnan~
by DANIELLE JENSEN
May 27, 2025
Day 1: West Lake culture + urban slow living
🌳 Huizhou West Lake (free): Comparable to Hangzhou's West Lake, boat on the lake, check out Su Causeway and Sizhou Pagoda, and feel the "Lingnan landscape painting."
🍜 Lunch: Recommend "Li Ji Da Pai Dang" by the West Lake, must-try Hakka stuffed tofu and braised pork with preserved vegetables!
🛍️ Shuidong Street: A retro arcade old street, stunning lights at night, have a coffee ☕️ or visit artsy shops.
🏨 Stay: Hotels near West Lake for convenient night strolls.
Day 2: Xunliao Bay/Shuangyue Bay · Island getaway
🌊 Xunliao Bay (free): Fine white sandy beach, water sports (jet skiing, snorkeling), visit the bizarre rock formations at "Mozishi Park."
🐚 Lunch: Seafood at Xunliao Bay, recommended salted pepper mantis shrimp and steamed grouper!
🌅 Shuangyue Bay Viewpoint (free): Overlook the twin bays, super romantic at sunset!
🎆 Night activities: Fireworks on the beach, BBQ party, stay in a seaside B&B or resort hotel.
Day 3: Luofu Mountain/Nankun Mountain · Nature adventure
⛰️ Luofu Mountain (ticket ¥54): The #1 mountain in Lingnan, hike to Feiyun Peak, explore Chongxu Ancient Temple, and breathe in fresh air!
🚡 Cable car (¥70 round-trip): A must for the lazy, overlook sea of clouds and mountain ranges.
🍵 Lunch: Farmhouse meals at the foot of the mountain, bamboo tube rice and mountain stream snails are super authentic.
🚗 Return: Head back in the afternoon to end the perfect trip!
🌴 Optional in-depth routes:
1️⃣ Secret Yan Zhou Island (2 days 1 night):
Take photos at Heipai Jiao rocky shore 📸, see egrets in the mangroves of Baisha Village 🦢, and go beachcombing at Yangwu Beach.
Stay in island B&Bs and experience slow fishing village life.
2️⃣ Nankun Mountain Hot Spring Retreat (2 days 1 night):
Soak in natural hot springs ♨️, hike to Stone River wonders and Chuanlong Waterfall.
Stay in hot spring hotels and try mountain stream snails and bamboo tube chicken.
🚗 Transportation tips:
Huizhou's attractions are spread out, so driving or renting a car is recommended (most convenient!).
Take the high-speed rail to [Huizhou South Station] or [Huidong Station], then take a taxi/chartered car.
🍜 Must-try food list:
Hakka cuisine: Stuffed three treasures, salt-baked chicken, braised pork with preserved vegetables
Seafood: Xunliao Bay sea urchin fried rice, salted pepper mantis shrimp
Snacks: Grandma's Call (fried radish cake), Hengli soup noodles
⚠️ Notes:
Sunscreen! Strong UV at the beach, hats and sunglasses are a must.
Book rooms early during peak season (summer/weekends), prices double!
Xunliao Bay gets congested on holidays, so leave early.
🌈 Huizhou's beauty lies in its landscapes and local charm—grab this guide and set off! ✨
Post by DANIELLE JENSEN | May 27, 2025












