Hometown Charm and Island Getaway

Hometown Charm and Island Getaway Destination: Kaiping, Jiangmen + Guishan Island, Zhuhai 🕒 Trip duration: 2 days, 1 night 🌟 Highlights: Explore World Cultural Heritage sites, unwind on a secluded island Day 1: Kaiping Diaolou - A Journey Through Time ◼ Morning (Guangzhou - Kaiping, 2 hrs) - 08:30 Zili Village: Explore the filming location of *Let the Bullets Fly* amidst rice paddies, and climb Mingshi Tower for a panoramic view of 18 diaolou towers. - 11:00 Li Garden: Discover the beauty of this Chinese-Western style private garden, and find the century-old wishing tree. ◼ Afternoon - 14:30 Chikan Ancient Town: Explore the newly renovated overseas Chinese film and television city, and enjoy an afternoon tea experience on a tram while admiring the arcade buildings. - 17:00 Magang Goose Feast: Don't miss the must-try clay pot goose and goose oil noodles. ◼ Overnight stay - Tanjiang Peninsula Hotel: Enjoy a 180° river view room, or choose a designer guesthouse at Tangkou Space. Day 2: Guishan Island - Time to Heal ◼ Morning (Kaiping → Zhuhai Xiangzhou Port, 2 hrs → 50-min ferry ride) - 09:30 Rent an electric scooter upon arrival for an island tour (30 yuan/hr). - 11:00 Guishan Warship Memorial Park: Capture stunning photos of the waves from the cliffside boardwalk. ◼ Afternoon - 14:00 Dolphin Bay: Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters and encounter Chinese white dolphins (high probability from April to August). - 16:00 Aimin Road: Check in at the "Little Kamakura" slope and watch the sunset at 2127 Coffee Shop. - 18:30 Before returning, savor the sergeant fish sashimi at Jiangxing Seafood Restaurant. 🚢 Ferry ticket tips: Purchase tickets in advance through the official Xiangzhou Port WeChat account. Regular cabin tickets are 100 yuan/person. Important notes: 1. Shunde dishes are served in large portions. It is recommended to dine in groups of 3-4 people. 2. The island has strong UV rays. Sunscreen and a windproof hat are essential. 3. Kaiping Diaolou combined tickets (180 yuan/person) are valid for 48 hours. 4. Guesthouses are in high demand on weekends. It is recommended to book 5 days in advance. These two itineraries cater to food enthusiasts and cultural explorers respectively, and can be adjusted flexibly according to the season: Spring is ideal for tea picking in Yingde, autumn is recommended for sea fishing on Guishan Island, and winter can be replaced with a hot spring trip to Enping.