Guangzhou

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5-Days 4-Nights

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Challenging

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0

[Luxury Flavors of Cantonese Charm · One City, One Intangible Heritage] Guangzhou + Foshan + Shunde 5 Days 4 Nights · Heritage Flavors

This itinerary showcases the cultural and culinary richness of Guangzhou, Foshan, and Shunde, blending ancient charm with modern style. Highlights include exploring the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Canton Tower, and Pearl River night cruise in Guangzhou; experiencing Foshan’s Zumiao Temple, lion dance culture, and Qinghui Garden; engaging with intangible cultural heritage through lion head making and dragon boat rituals; savoring local delicacies like hot pot, congee, and Michelin-starred cuisine; visiting historical and architectural treasures such as Bijiang Jinlou and Shamian Island; and enjoying immersive experiences in gardens, private cuisine, and tea culture, all while guided by experts for in-depth cultural insights.

Our accommodations are carefully selected for comfort and convenience, with options to suit every budget. Whether you prefer luxurious hotels or cozy homestays, we have something for everyone. At every step of the journey, we prioritize sustainability and responsible tourism. We work with local communities to ensure that our tours have a positive impact on the environment and the people we meet along the way. Join us on a journey of discovery and exploration, and discover the world's most incredible destinations with us.

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Itinerary

We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.

Today’s Schedule: Arrive at Guangzhou Airport or High-speed Railway Station, greeted by a dedicated chauffeur-guide (40 km/60 minutes), and check into a luxurious river-view room at Guangzhou Four Seasons Hotel for rest. In the afternoon, visit ★Chen Clan Ancestral Hall [Special Arrangement] for a detailed lecture and appreciation of the pearl of Lingnan architecture, and freely explore the food at Beijing Road Food Street. Then proceed to ★Canton Tower, take the elevator to the 433-meter observation deck 『Exclusive Arrangement』, enjoy priority access without queuing, overlook the city’s night view, and admire the dazzling lights along both sides of the Pearl River. In the evening, ★Special Arrangement – VIP Seats for the Pearl River Night Cruise.

Scenic Spots:
Guangzhou Tower 4A – Pazhou Convention Complex / Canton Tower / Kecun. Opening hours: 07/05–08/24 Mon–Fri 09:30–22:30, Sat–Sun 09:00–22:30; 08/25–12/31 09:30–22:30. Amusement rides opening hours vary (Ferris Wheel 10:00–22:30; Extreme Sky 10:00–22:30). Address: No. 222 Yuejiang West Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province. The unique design of the character “Guang” allows visitors to overlook Guangzhou’s cityscape and experience extreme sports. Special Arrangement: Enjoy Priority Access (Skip the Queue).

Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise – Jiangnanxi / Zhongda South Campus. Opening hours: 09:00–22:00 throughout the year (subject to actual business status). Address: 9th Floor, No. 5, Fuchang Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province. ★Pearl River Night Cruise 『Special Arrangement: VIP Seats』.

Today’s Itinerary: Under the guidance of Master Li Wanzhen, provincial representative inheritor of Foshan Lion Head and fifth-generation inheritor of Li Family Lion, depart from Guangzhou to visit ★Foshan Zumiao, a treasure trove of Lingnan architectural art, with colorful ceramic figurines on the eaves watching over the ancient city. <Special Arrangement> Lion Dance Performance by Huang Feihong Lion Dance Team, experiencing the ritualistic and cultural heritage of lion dance. Then proceed to ★Ye Wen Museum and ★Huang Feihong Memorial Hall to explore the legendary lives of the great masters. For lunch, enjoy Intangible Cultural Heritage Congee Base Hot Pot at Tai Genbao Wumi Congee, with signature dishes including the Congee Broth Base, Black Truffle Pork Balls, and Double-Prepared East Star Grouper. In the afternoon, [Exclusive Arrangement] under Master Li Wanzhen’s guidance, visit the intangible cultural heritage Lion Head, learn Foshan Lion Head culture, observe on-site production techniques, and create a small lion head yourself. In the evening, dine at Guicheng · Chunxiao Private Kitchen, with signature dishes such as Hongchen Feizixiao, Seven-color Phoenix Chicken, and Black Pepper Baked Giant Freshwater Prawns.

Scenic Spot Introduction:
Foshan Zumiao Museum 4A – Ancestral Temple / Lingnan Tian Di. Opening hours: 01/01–10/16 08:30–18:00; 10/18–12/31 08:30–18:00; 10/17 10:40–16:30. Address: No. 21 Zumiao Road, Chancheng District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province. A must-visit in Foshan, showcasing the “Three Carvings and Two Sculptures” style, housing Huang Feihong and Ye Wen Halls, with martial arts and lion dance performances. Dedicated to the Northern Mysterious Heavenly Emperor, it is one of the three great treasures of ancient Lingnan architecture, where visitors can watch and compare Southern and Northern lion dance styles.

Today’s Itinerary: Enjoy hotel breakfast, then follow the tour guide to ★Longyou Ancient Village for the Foshan Dragon Boat Ceremony. Exclusive Arrangement: In-depth exchange with the inheritor of Intangible Cultural Heritage Dragon Boat Drum, immersive performance of Dragon Vein inheritance, including the Welcome Ceremony for Dragon Boat Friends, visit to the Dragon Boat Exhibition Hall, Dragon Boat Drum inheritance, exchange and performance, listening to the dragon boat story and inheriting the bond-forming wine ritual, Dragon Boat rituals such as Awakening the Dragon, Dotting the Eyes, and Gathering the Greenery, Youlong (Chaao) Command Flag, Jungle Crossing worship of the 400-year-old Shazui Dragon King, and Longyou Historical Gate Tower + Wishing Especially Effective Guanyin Temple. Taste Dragon Boat tea snacks. At noon, lunch at “Yushanfang” on Huagai Road, signature dishes: Jun’an Fish Cake and Fish Shred Soup. In the afternoon, visit ★Qinghui Garden, hailed as one of the top ten gardens in China, showcasing classical Ming Dynasty garden beauty with clear waters, green trees, stone mountains, small bridges, winding corridors, and pavilions, integrating elegant gardens with Western culture. Then visit ★Shunfengshan Park, the urban green lung of Shunde, and enjoy the Jin Yucao flower sea in spring at the CPPCC Forest. In the evening, experience top-tier private cuisine at “Pork Lady’s Private Cuisine” in old Shunde.

Scenic Spot Introduction:
Qinghui Garden Museum 4A – Qinghui Garden Resort/Shunde Happy Coast PLUS. Opening hours: 09:00–17:30 throughout the year. Address: No. 23 Qinghui Road, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province. One of the four famous gardens in Guangdong, exquisitely designed with beautiful brick carvings, stained glass, and the fine wood carving masterpiece “Peach of a Hundred Longevity.” The compact garden layout integrates blue waters, green trees, ancient walls, latticed windows, rockeries, small bridges, winding corridors, pavilions, terraces, and towers, combining ancient Chinese architecture, gardens, carving, poetry, and gray carving into a harmonious whole.

Today’s Schedule: Wake up naturally, check out of the hotel after breakfast, and drive to visit ★Shunde Museum for an in-depth understanding of Shunde’s history and cultural customs. For lunch, enjoy signature dishes at Fengcheng Restaurant: Roast Goose, Braised Young Pigeon, Steamed Barramundi with Fresh Sichuan Pepper, and Traditional Style Barbecued Pork. In the afternoon, visit ★Bijiang Jinlou for a special expert-guided tour explaining the history and architectural features of the Golden Building, interpreting the imperial craftsmanship of gold leaf decoration. After the tour, take a bus to Guangzhou (40 km/1 hour 20 minutes) and explore the real-life version of Spirited Away at Gong Qijun ★Dafo Temple at night. In the evening, dine at Michelin-starred ★Bing Sheng Mansion before returning to Guangzhou Hotel for rest.

Scenic Spot Introduction:
Bijiang Jinlou – Changlu Farm Resort. Opening hours: 08:30–17:00 throughout the year. Address: No. 6, West Taining Road, Bijiang, Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province (near Country Garden). Buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties with several hundred years of history, integrating residence, ancestral hall, study, and garden functions into one.

Today’s Schedule: Wake up naturally, then follow the tour guide to ★White Swan Hotel to enjoy top-notch morning tea at Yutang Chun Nuan. Afterwards, head to ★Shamian, where the tour guide provides in-depth explanations of the 19th-century diplomatic building complex. Following the visit, a dedicated car guide will provide airport transfer service (40 km / 60 minutes) according to the VIP’s flight schedule, concluding the journey and returning to the warm home.

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