Liling Ceramic Culture In-Depth Tour
by JOLIE CALDWELL
Oct 25, 2025
Four Days and Three Nights Ceramic Culture Trip in Liling  
Trip Highlights:
Deeply experience the charm of the "Capital of Chinese Ceramics" and feel the inheritance of a thousand years of kiln fire.  
Make your own exclusive ceramics by hand and experience the craftsmanship.  
Taste Liling's specialty foods and enjoy the flavors of Liling.  
Budget-friendly, cost-effective, suitable for couples, friends, or family trips.
Itinerary:  
Day 1: Arrive in Liling, Experience Ceramic Culture
Morning: Arrive in Liling and check into the hotel (Recommended: Liling Porcelain Valley Art Hotel or Liling Huatian Hotel, budget about 400 RMB/night).  
Afternoon: Visit China Ceramic Valley, admire exquisite ceramic artworks, and learn about the development history of Liling ceramics (ticket about 50 RMB).  
Evening: Stroll along Porcelain City Pedestrian Street and shop for your favorite ceramic crafts (budget flexible, based on personal preference).  
Dinner: Taste Liling specialties—Liling fried rice noodles and sauce duck (about 50 RMB per person).
Day 2: Explore Ancient Kilns, Experience Pottery Making Fun
Morning: Head to Weishan Ancient Kiln Site, explore the thousand-year-old kiln, and feel the historical vicissitudes (ticket about 30 RMB).  
Afternoon: Make ceramics by hand at the Ceramic Experience Hall, try wheel throwing, glazing, and other crafts (experience fee about 100 RMB/person).  
Evening: Free time, optional hot spring relaxation (Recommended: Liling Hot Spring Resort, budget about 150 RMB/person).
Day 3: Natural Scenery and Red Culture
Morning: Visit Xianyue Mountain Forest Park, breathe fresh air, and enjoy natural scenery (ticket about 40 RMB).  
Afternoon: Visit Li Lisan’s Former Residence, learn about red culture, and feel the revolutionary spirit (free admission).  
Evening: Taste Liling specialty dishes—steamed fish and mixed steamed cured meats (about 60 RMB per person).
Day 4: Return Trip
Morning: Depending on your departure time, you can choose to visit the ceramic market to buy souvenirs (budget flexible, based on personal preference).  
Afternoon: End your pleasant trip to Liling and return home.
Budget Details:
Accommodation: 400 RMB/night x 3 nights = 1200 RMB  
Transportation: About 500 RMB depending on departure location (high-speed train/bus)  
Meals: 50 RMB/meal x 8 meals = 400 RMB  
Tickets: 50 + 30 + 100 + 40 = 220 RMB  
Experience: 100 RMB  
Others: Shopping, hot springs, etc., budget about 500 RMB  
Total: About 3920 RMB
Travel Tips:
Liling ceramics come in many varieties; pay attention to authenticity when purchasing and choose reputable merchants.  
It is recommended to book pottery experiences in advance to avoid waiting in line.  
Liling has a mild climate, suitable for travel all year round, but spring and autumn are more comfortable.  
The itinerary can be adjusted according to personal preferences and time.
Wish you a pleasant journey!
Post by JOLIE CALDWELL | Oct 25, 2025












