Budget 3k Island Trip Complete Guide

Shengshan Island 2 Days 1 Night Travel Guide (Budget 3000 RMB)
1. Itinerary
Day 1:

Morning: Depart from Hangzhou Bay, drive or take a bus to Shipu Town (about 2 hours). Upon arrival, take a speedboat from Shipu Town Pier to Shengshan Island (about 1 hour, ticket price about 100 RMB/person).
Noon: Arrive at Shengshan Island, check into a guesthouse (Recommended: Shengshan Island Fisherman’s Guesthouse, about 300 RMB/night). Lunch can be enjoyed at the guesthouse with fresh seafood (about 100 RMB/person).
Afternoon: Visit famous attractions on Shengshan Island:

Dongya Cliff: Enjoy the magnificent coastline and unique rock formations (free).
Abandoned Village: Explore the deserted fishing village covered with greenery and experience the mysterious atmosphere (free).
Xiyang Bay: Stroll along the beach and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze (free).

Evening: Have dinner at the guesthouse (about 100 RMB/person), tasting local specialty seafood. At night, enjoy stargazing and the tranquility of the island.

Day 2:

Morning: Wake up early to watch the sea sunrise (free), then head to the pier for sea fishing experience (about 200 RMB/person, including fishing gear and guidance).
Noon: Bring the catch back to the guesthouse for cooking and enjoy lunch (cooking fee about 50 RMB).
Afternoon: Free activities, options include:

Beach leisure: Sunbathe, swim, and play on the beach at Xiyang Bay.
Island cycling: Rent a bicycle (about 50 RMB/day) to tour around the island and enjoy the island scenery.
Buy local specialties: Purchase seafood dried goods, shell crafts, and other souvenirs on the island (budget about 200 RMB).

Evening: Take the speedboat back to Shipu Town (about 100 RMB/person), then return to Hangzhou Bay, ending the trip.

2. Budget Details

Transportation: Round-trip bus from Hangzhou Bay to Shipu Town about 100 RMB/person, round-trip speedboat from Shipu to Shengshan Island about 200 RMB/person, island transportation about 50 RMB, totaling about 350 RMB/person.
Accommodation: Guesthouse about 300 RMB/night.
Meals: Three meals about 250 RMB/person.
Activities: Sea fishing about 200 RMB/person, bicycle rental about 50 RMB/person, totaling about 250 RMB/person.
Others: Souvenirs about 200 RMB/person.
Total: About 1350 RMB/person (based on two people traveling together, total about 2700 RMB, remaining 300 RMB can be used as backup funds).

3. Travel Tips

Best travel time: May to October, with clear weather suitable for sea outings.
Essentials: Sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, swimsuit, slippers, seasickness medicine.
Notes:

Island weather is changeable, it is recommended to check the weather forecast in advance.
Pay attention to safety during sea fishing and follow staff instructions.
Protect the environment, do not litter.

4. Optional Upgrades

Accommodation upgrade: Choose a sea view room or higher-grade guesthouse, budget increases about 200 RMB/night.
Meal upgrade: Choose a higher-end seafood restaurant, budget increases about 100 RMB/person/meal.
Activity upgrade: Choose a private boat for sea fishing or diving, budget increases about 500 RMB/person.

Hope this guide helps you plan a pleasant trip to Shengshan Island!