This is a 7-day trip to Guangdong and Fujian, allowing you to experience the unique charm of these two regions

7-Day Itinerary

– Day 1: Arrive in Guangzhou
– Morning: Arrive in Guangzhou, check into a hotel, and rest briefly. Head to Beijing Road Pedestrian Street to admire qilou (arcade) architecture and visit the Millennium Ancient Road Ruins.
– Afternoon: Explore the Nanyue King Museum to learn about the history of the Nanyue Kingdom (Han Dynasty).
– Evening: Dine at Huifu East Road Food Street, trying local specialties like cheung fun (rice rolls) and tingzai zhou (boat congee).

– Day 2: Guangzhou
– Morning: Visit Yuexiu Park to see the Five-Goat Statue (a symbol of Guangzhou). Later, stroll around Shamian Island, admiring European-style buildings.
– Afternoon: Go to Huacheng Square and take the tram to enjoy views of the Canton Tower.
– Evening: Experience a Pearl River night cruise, marveling at the sparkling skyline along the riverbanks.

– Day 3: Guangzhou → Shenzhen
– Morning: Travel to Shenzhen. Upon arrival, visit Shenzhen Bay Park, cycling or walking along the coastline.
– Afternoon: Head to Happy Harbor and ride the “Bay Glory” Ferris wheel for panoramic views of the bay.
– Evening: Dine at Sea World and enjoy the musical fountain show.

– Day 4: Shenzhen → Xiamen
– Morning: Travel to Xiamen, check into a hotel, and rest.
– Afternoon: Explore Gulangyu Island—take photos at “Love Corner,” climb Sunlight Rock for a bird’s-eye view of the island.
– Evening: Wander Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street, tasting Xiamen specialties like sha cha noodles and sea worm jelly.

– Day 5: Xiamen
– Morning: Visit Xiamen Botanical Garden, wandering through the misty Rainforest Zone.
– Afternoon: Explore Hulishan Fortress, admiring its blend of European and Ming-Qing architecture, and watch the cannon-firing demonstration.
– Evening: Soak in the artistic vibe of Zengcuo’an and try local snacks.

– Day 6: Xiamen → Quanzhou
– Morning: Travel to Quanzhou. Visit Kaiyuan Temple, appreciating ancient architecture and precious cultural relics.
– Afternoon: Stroll West Street, tasting mianxian hu (noodle soup) and runbing cai (spring rolls), and soak up the local atmosphere.

– Day 7: Quanzhou → Departure
– Morning: Free time or visit Quanzhou Museum to learn about its ancient port civilization and history as a “Maritime Silk Road” hub. Head to the station or airport to end the trip.

10-Day Itinerary (Extended from 7-Day)

– Day 8: Quanzhou → Pingtan
– Morning: Travel to Pingtan, passing the Pingtan Strait Road-Rail Bridge. Explore Beibuwan “Lan Dao,” admiring windmills, glass walkways, and sea views.
– Afternoon: Visit Changjiang’ao Wind Farm, enjoying the windmill clusters against the blue sea and sky.

– Day 9: Pingtan → Fuzhou
– Morning: Visit Houyan Island (68 Nautical Miles Scenic Area), seeing the marker stone for the closest point on the Chinese mainland to Taiwan Island. Explore Beigang Village, admiring stone houses.
– Afternoon: Travel to Fuzhou. Visit Sanfang Qixiang (Three Lanes and Seven Alleys), taking photos at the “Love Tree” and soaking in the ancient lane charm.

– Day 10: Fuzhou → Departure
– Morning: Visit Xichan Temple, appreciating ancient temple architecture and gardens. Depending on your departure time, head to the airport or station to conclude the journey.