Families, are you still wondering where to take your parents? These four cities offer sparse crowds, beautiful scenery, and a slow pace, making them the perfect place to enjoy a stress-free and relaxing vacation. So, book a room and get ready for your family!
Zhangzhou
📍Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Zhangzhou in the morning and check into a hotel near the Old Town. After lunch, stroll through the Old Town, soaking in the charm of Southern Fujian and trying snacks like four-fruit soup and glutinous rice cakes.
Day 2: Depart for Dongshan Island. In the morning, watch the sunrise at Jinluan Bay. In the afternoon, experience the romantic atmosphere of "The Left Ear" at Nanmen Bay.
Day 3: Visit Yunshuiyao to see century-old banyan trees, earthen buildings, and experience the leisurely countryside.
🍜Food recommendations: Braised noodles, oyster omelets, oyster omelets, and shacha noodles.
🏠Accommodation suggestion: Choose a hotel in the Old Town with Southern Fujian specialties. Enjoy a charming inn, a sea view B&B on Dongshan Island, and a Tulou B&B in Yunshuiyao.
Songyang
📍Itinerary:
Day 1: In the morning, visit Yangjiatang Village to see the stunning ancient village, reminiscent of the golden Potala Palace. In the afternoon, soak in the lively atmosphere of Songyang Old Street.
Day 2: Spend the entire day at Damushan Tea Garden, cycling through the tea fields, experiencing tea picking and roasting, and watching the sunset over the tea fields.
Day 3: In the morning, visit Chenjiapu Village and check in at the Pioneer Bookstore. Return in the afternoon.
🍜Food Recommendations: Wine Lees Large Intestine, Braised Salt Chicken, Lantern Pan, Zhuangyuan Cake.
🏠Accommodation Recommendation: Choose a local B&B to immerse yourself in the rural atmosphere. We recommend the B&Bs in Chenjiapu Village for their beautiful scenery.
Yangzhou
📍Itinerary:
Day 1: Morning: Tour Slender West Lake and enjoy the scenery by boat. In the afternoon, stroll Dongguan Street and experience the ancient charm of Yangzhou.
Day 2: Morning: Visit He Garden to experience the beauty of late Qing Dynasty gardens. In the afternoon, watch the sunset from the West Bank of the Grand Canal.
Day 3: Morning: Participate in an intangible cultural heritage craft workshop. In the afternoon, prepare for the return trip.
🍜Food Recommendations: Yangzhou Morning Tea (Crab Roe Soup Dumplings, Hot Dried Shredded Vermicelli, Thousand Layer Fried Cake), Lion's Head, Wensi Tofu Soup.
🏠Accommodation Recommendation: For a glimpse into the charm of the ancient city, choose a B&B near Dongguan Street. For quality, choose a resort hotel near Slender West Lake.
Hezhou
📍Itinerary:
Day 1: Morning: Arrive at Huangyao Ancient Town. Stroll the ancient streets and experience the charm of the past. The moon is beautiful, so take a bamboo raft ride in the Huangyao River Scenic Area this afternoon.
Day 2: In the morning, visit Gupo Mountain to see waterfalls and stroll through the forest. In the afternoon, visit the Jade Forest Scenic Area to see the unique stone forest. In the evening, soak in the Hezhou Hot Springs.
Day 3: In the morning, visit the Hezhou Museum to learn about history and culture. In the afternoon, visit Ziyun Wonderland to see the amazing karst caves and prepare for your return trip.
🍜Food recommendations: Huangyao black bean chicken, sour beef intestines, Hezhou rice noodles, and water chestnut cake.
🏠Accommodation suggestion: Stay in a B&B in Huangyao Ancient Town on the first day, and stay in a hotel near Gupo Mountain or a Hezhou hot spring hotel on the second day.
Remember to plan your itinerary in advance so your parents can enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable trip.
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