Pingtan Island: A 3-Day, 2-Night Itinerary of Unfiltered Truths

As dusk paints the wind turbines of Changjiang’ao and the fluorescent blue waves of Tannan Bay kiss your toes, this island closest to Taiwan is writing your own epic poem with its 128 kilometers of coastline. Pack your bags and use this 2025 guide to unlock the countless romantic possibilities of Pingtan in 48 hours~ Day 1: Northern Adventures - A Symphony of Mountains and Seas 🎻 🌅 Dawn's Prelude: The Mystical Xianren Well 7:30 Arrive at "Donghai Wonderland" and witness the 76-meter-deep natural well swallowing and spitting out ocean waves🌊. At low tide, walk along the volcanic rocks to the well's mouth, where the salty sea breeze and splashing waves will awaken your senses! Photographers recommend using a 0.5x wide-angle lens to capture silhouettes against the dramatic contrast of black reefs and white waves📸. 🏡 Afternoon Wanderings: Beigang Cultural and Creative Village Vines climb the stone walls, reaching for the 11:00 sun. Play the volcanic rock piano keys at the "Stone Can Sing" cafe🎹, letting the melody of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" flow through your fingers. At the end of the alley, try Granny's "Shi Lai Yun Zhuan" (salty rice balls) with their thin skin and fresh filling. The savory burst of oysters and seaweed will tantalize your taste buds💥. 🌄 Twilight's Crescendo: Changjiang’ao Wind Turbine Fields 17:00 Cycle along the scenic coastal road🚴♀️, with the blue sea and golden sand on your left and a forest of white wind turbines on your right. As the setting sun casts the turbines' shadows onto the beach, grab a cactus smoothie and watch the magical gradient of the sunset—from peach pink to grape purple. You won't be able to stop snapping photos📱! Day 2: Southern Strolls - A Rhapsody in Blue and White 🎹 🌞 Sunrise Serenade: Chasing the Sunrise at Longwangtou 5:20 Stake out the best sunrise viewing spot on the island! Watch the yolk-like sun emerge from the sea, creating a moving tableau with the silhouettes of wave-chasing youngsters and morning joggers on the beach🏃♂️. Afterwards, head to the pier to buy freshly caught lizardfish—its deliciousness at 10 yuan/kg surpasses any trendy restaurant🐟. 🏝️ Midday Musings: A Magical Journey to Houyan Island Pass the red "Cross-Strait Harmony" sculpture and gaze across the sea from the boundary marker 68 nautical miles from Taiwan🌏. We highly recommend climbing the "Inkstone Pillar" viewing platform. As the salty sea breeze whips your hair into a frenzy, you'll suddenly understand the wistful feeling of "summer's almost gone" from the movie "Blue Gate." 🌌 Night's Finale: Chasing the Blue Tears 20:00 Join local fishermen at Tannan Bay! Watch as the ethereal blue fluorescence blooms with the waves, and leave sparkling ripples with your bare feet✨. Tip: Throwing rocks into the sea will trigger brighter blue light. Wear quick-drying pants to avoid getting wet📸. Time-lapse photography settings: ISO3200+ 15-second exposure. Day 3: Island Hopping - The Untamed Sea ⛵ ⛰️ Morning Interlude: Exploring Dongyang Island Take the 8:00 ferry to the filming location of "Where Are We Going, Dad?"🚤. Wander through the maze of stone houses in Xiaobei Village, where sun-dried fish glisten in the sunlight. Learn to catch crabs with local fishermen and enjoy stone crabs seasoned with natural sea salt for lunch🦀. 🌊 Afternoon Echoes: Hiking at Maotouqian 14:00 Take on the island's wildest hiking trail! Startle egrets as you traverse the reed beds. From the highest point, you'll see an ocean farm with wind turbines arranged like a matrix on your left, and an uninhabited island embraced by an emerald bay on your right. Make sure you have enough memory for drone footage⛰️. Foodie Hits and Misses 🍽️ ✅ Must-Try Trio • Maoji Seafood Clay Pot Congee: The shrimp and crab congee at 30 yuan/serving is incredibly delicious, even at 2:00 am, it's packed with locals🍲 • Guoba Herbal Jelly: Traditionally brewed herbal jelly with homemade sweet beans—a summer lifesaver🧊 • Haitan Ancient City Fish Balls: Freshly made and cooked with a springy texture. Be careful not to burn your mouth when they burst with flavor🔥 ❌ Avoid • Pre-cut fruit in scenic areas can be overpriced. Bring your own citrus fruits🍊 • Trendy "stargazing tent" dinners offer poor value. Buy fresh seafood and have it cooked instead🌌 Itinerary for the Lazy Traveler 📝 🕒 Day 1 07:30 Xianren Well → 11:00 Beigang Village → 15:00 Coastal Road Cycling → 17:30 Changjiang’ao Sunset 🕒 Day 2 05:20 Longwangtou Sunrise → 09:00 Houyan Island → 14:00 Tannan Bay → 20:00 Blue Tears 🕒 Day 3 08:00 Dongyang Island → 12:00 Maotouqian Hike → 15:00 Souvenir Shopping → Departure Pack your bags! Let the salty sea breeze fill your shirt and the waves kiss your hair—this island is waiting to create unique memories for you🧳🌊