Happy Three-Day Trip to Longkou: How to Have a Blast!

Overall Budget

The budget for this trip is 5,000 RMB, mainly covering transportation, accommodation, meals, and attraction tickets. With reasonable planning, you can enjoy a comfortable trip and possibly have some leftover for purchasing local specialties.

Itinerary

Day 1: Encounter the Scenic Beauty of Nanshan

● Morning: After arriving in Longkou, head to Xixiangfeng Shanzhuang for lunch to taste local specialties and recharge for the day ahead.

● Afternoon: Visit the Nanshan Tourist Resort, a scenic spot blending natural and cultural landscapes, historically known as Lushan and praised as "the First Mountain of Donglai." The area is divided into three parts: Religious Culture Park, Historical Culture Park, and East Sea Tourist Resort. The world's largest tin-bronze seated Buddha statue—the Nanshan Great Buddha—is also located here. You can immerse yourself in the rich religious cultural atmosphere and admire exquisite architecture and natural scenery.

● Evening: Enjoy dinner at the Nanshan International Conference Center, then stay overnight there.

Day 2: Explore History and Local Life

● Morning: Visit Longkou Port, where you can closely experience the history of "Chuangguandong" (the migration to Northeast China). During the Ming, Qing, and Republic periods, people mainly from Shandong and Zhili provinces left from here to settle in the Northeast due to repeated disasters in the lower Yellow River region.

● Noon: Have lunch at Jiayan Restaurant.

● Afternoon: Tour Xiheyang Village and the Ding Family Residence. Xiheyang Village preserves many traditional buildings and folk customs, offering a strong rural atmosphere; the Ding Family Residence was the home of the famous Qing Dynasty wealthy merchant Ding Baiwan, featuring unique architectural style with high historical and artistic value.

● Evening: Stroll through the night market, sample various local snacks, and experience Longkou’s vibrant street life. Then check in at the Bay Hotel.

Day 3: A Different Countryside Experience

● Morning: Head to Xiadingjia to enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty of the countryside, where you can walk along rural paths and breathe fresh air.

● Afternoon: End your pleasant journey and return home.

Accommodation Recommendations

● Nanshan International Conference Center: Located within the Nanshan Tourist Resort, convenient for visiting the first day’s attractions, with beautiful surroundings and complete facilities.

● Bay Hotel: Ideally located with convenient transportation, providing ease for the second day’s itinerary.

Food Recommendations

● Xixiangfeng Shanzhuang: A local specialty restaurant offering a variety of authentic dishes.

● Jiayan: Offers a rich variety of dishes to satisfy your taste buds.

● Night Market Snacks: Various special snacks such as grilled squid and fried skewers, not to be missed.

Notes

● Check the opening hours and ticket prices of attractions in advance to plan your itinerary reasonably.

● When visiting Longkou in summer, take sun protection and heatstroke prevention measures; if you choose to swim in the sea, pay attention to safety.

● Pay attention to food hygiene when tasting local delicacies.