One-Day Tour Guide to Baiquan Tea Garden from Yage Gathering Hotel, Yichang, Hubei

Departing from Yage Gathering Hotel in Yichang, Hubei Accommodation Recommendation: Yage Gathering Hotel (Yichang Riverside Park CBD Shopping Center Branch) - Thoughtful Service: Warm lighting in the lobby, quick check-in at the front desk; complimentary iced sour plum soup in summer, bottled water upon checkout - Comfortable Rooms: Clean and tidy, soft beds; some room types feature street view windows and sofas, creating a cozy atmosphere - Rich Breakfast: Glutinous porridge, stuffed buns, freshly cooked noodles with toppings, catering to diverse tastes Transportation Guide - Navigation Location: Baiquan Tea Factory, Huanshan Road, Dongxihu District (direct to parking lot) - Best Arrival Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (perfect for sunset views) Tickets and Cost Reference - Entrance for Photography: 29.9 RMB - Barbecue Set Meal: 80 RMB - Tea Picking Experience: Additional charge (seasonal activity) Must-Visit Highlights 1. Healing Tea Mountain Secret Spot - 600 acres of terraced tea gardens extending to the foot of Yuping Mountain, scenery as dreamy as a comic - Pavilion on the mountaintop, white curtain wooden sheds, rocking chairs, all excellent photo spots - Outfit Suggestion: Light-colored or traditional Chinese-style long dresses for a fairy-like vibe 2. Spring Tea Picking Experience - Wear a bamboo hat and carry a bamboo basket, learn to pick "one bud and two leaves" - Experience on-site frying (intangible cultural heritage Hui wok technique), take home your own tea leaves - Best Time: Around Qingming Festival (other seasons require advance confirmation) 3. Popular Food Recommendations - Earth Kiln Bread: Unique to Wuhan, wood-fired baked with rich wheat aroma - Tea Garden Coffee/Tea Drinks: Tea room with floor-to-ceiling windows and scenic views, recommended pre-Mingqian green tea with tea snacks - Hearth Tea Brewing (Autumn and Winter only): Roasted sweet potatoes + tangerines + hot tea, full of cozy atmosphere 4. Hidden Activities - Sunset Tea Shop: Enjoy tea and sea of clouds at the mountaintop in the evening - Tea Soap DIY: Parent-child interaction, make tea leaf print souvenirs Photo Guide - Wooden boardwalk for aerial shots of the tea fields - Wish tree with red ribbons for storytelling photos - Shoot near the Song Dynasty ancient well for a strong traditional vibe Nearby Attractions - Dugong Lake Wetland (10-minute drive): In April, enjoy a sea of evening primrose flowers and try stand-up paddleboarding - Jingde Temple (15-minute walk): Pray under the century-old Bodhi tree, the red-walled ancient temple is perfect for Hanfu photos Practical Tips - Tea drink or set meal purchase required for entry - Pet-friendly - Free parking available