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Overseas Chinese Hometown Return Trip 4 Days · Quanzhou, Zhangzhou, Chaozhou, Shantou
4 days / 3 nights · Quanzhou / Zhangzhou / Chaozhou / Shantou

Overseas Chinese Hometown Return Trip 4 Days · Quanzhou, Zhangzhou, Chaozhou, Shantou

Quanzhou / Zhangzhou / Chaozhou / Shantou · 4 Days 3 Nights · Relaxed

Reference Price

$550Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–8 people
IntensityRelaxed
Best seasonOct–Apr
Traffichigh-speed rail + tour bus
AccommodationBoutique hotel 3 nights
Departure MonthOctober to April
View daily schedule Customized according to this line

Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

All routes are for reference only, the actual route is subject to the explanation of customer service

Four cities in one day each, covering the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road and the ports of the South Seas all at once.

Day-by-day itinerary4 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Arrived at Quanzhou · Kaiyuan Temple

    DestinationLocally→ Quanzhou

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Quanzhou Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailArrive in Quanzhou from various locations, with a private transfer to the airport or station to your hotel. Afternoon free time.
    One-day visit to Old Town (Kaiyuan Temple + West Street), one-day visit to Haijiaoguan + Xunpu Village.
    Kaiyuan Temple: Built in the Tang Dynasty, the East and West Pagodas are Quanzhou's landmarks, with Hindu patterns on the main hall's pillars.
    Meals: Mianxian porridge, ginger duck, and bamboo shoot jelly.
    Tip: Free incense collection is available at the temple entrance; For the Yunpu flower hairdressing experience, it's recommended to go in the morning; afternoon is crowded.
    In the evening, take a high-speed rail or tour bus to Zhangzhou and stay overnight there.

  2. DestinationZhangzhou → Chaozhou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Zhangzhou Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Chaozhou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailNanjing Tulou (Tianluokeng): The five tulou buildings with 'four dishes and one soup' offer the most breathtaking panoramic views from the viewing platform.
    Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: The thousand-year-old trail and large waterwheel by the Changjiao Creek, perfect for leisurely walking.
    Hegui Lou and Huaiyuan Lou: One built on a marsh, the other a double-ring building, with a striking contrast in design.
    Zhangzhou Ancient Town: Arcades and old streets in the city, with shophouses on Taiwan Road and Hong Kong Road well preserved.
    Dining: Zhangzhou braised noodles, oyster omelet, four-fruit soup.
    Tip: Many Tulou still have residents; permission must be obtained before entering; Mountain roads are winding, so those with motion sickness should take medicine in advance. Take the
    high-speed rail or tour bus to Chaozhou in the evening and stay overnight in Chaozhou.

  3. DestinationChaozhou → Shantou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Chaozhou Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Shantou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailGuangji Bridge: Combines floating and beam bridges, with scheduled shuttle boat opening and closing every day, and a light show at night.
    Guangji Tower and Archway Street: An old street formed by 23 stone archways, lined with arcades and densely packed shops.
    Han Wengong Shrine: The earliest existing shrine commemorating Han Yu in China, with inscriptions serving as a treasure trove of calligraphy.
    Kaiyuan Temple and Jilue Huanggong Shrine: Tang Dynasty Buddhist temples and representative Chaozhou wood carvings, with extremely high craftsmanship.
    Meals: Beef meatballs, braised goose, duck mother rolls.
    Tip: The shuttle boat opening and closing at Guangji Bridge has fixed times; check the time before you go; Gongfu tea is strong, so don't drink too much on an empty stomach. In
    the evening, take a high-speed rail or tour bus to Shantou and stay overnight.

  4. DestinationShantou → Airport drop-off / Station

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Not included
    Transport
    Private vehicle for transfer to airport/station
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailSmall Park Port Area: A radial arcade street centered on the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Pavilion, reflecting the modern urban fabric of Shantou.
    Overseas Chinese Pictorial Museum: The Overseas Chinese License is a certificate combining remittance and family letters sent by overseas Chinese returning home, listed on the World Memory Register.
    Chen Cihong Former Residence: A complex of overseas Chinese residences in Chenghai District, blending Chinese and Western styles, with a large scale.
    Nan'ao Island: Accessible via the Nan'ao Bridge, the island's ring road and windmill are suitable for an extra day.
    Dining: Chaoshan beef hot pot, oyster marinade, claypot porridge.
    Tip: Chaoshan beef hot pot requires careful cutting and cooking time; just follow the staff's instructions; Check the weather before traveling during typhoon season.
    Arrange dedicated shuttle service for flights or train times to transfer to airport/station transfers, then end the itinerary.
Key facts
Departure pointAssemble in Quanzhou, disperse in Shantou
Number of people in a groupSmall group of 2-8 people
Recommended monthOct–Apr
AccommodationBoutique hotel 3 nights
TrafficHigh-speed Rail Tourist Bus
IntensityRelaxed

Route Overview

Main Route of Returning to the Hometown of Overseas Chinese: Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple and Maritime Exchange Hall, Zhangzhou Nanjing Tulou and Yunshuiyao, Chaozhou Guangji Bridge and Han Wen Gong Ancestral Hall, Shantou Xiaogongyuan Open-Port Area and Overseas Letter Museum. This route is specifically designed for Southeast Asian Chinese seeking to trace their roots.

The entire journey takes 4 days, progressing along "Quanzhou → Zhangzhou → Chaozhou → Shantou": Quanzhou / Zhangzhou / Chaozhou / Shantou. The pace is arranged by "one city per segment," with intercity travel mainly by high-speed rail, and segments exceeding 5 hours by car replaced with flights.

Destinations on this Route

  • Quanzhou: One day in the old city (Kaiyuan Temple + West Street), one day at the Maritime Exchange Hall + Xunpu Village.
  • Zhangzhou: It is recommended to stay one night in the Tulou, as there are no tour groups in the early morning; the ancient city can be scheduled on the way to or back.
  • Chaozhou: One day in the ancient city: morning at Guangji Bridge and Han Wen Gong Ancestral Hall, afternoon at Paifang Street and Kaiyuan Temple.
  • Shantou: One day in the city at the Open-Port Area + Overseas Letter Museum; Chen Cihong Former Residence and Nan'ao Island can each add half a day to one day.

Cultural Series

This route belongs to the Maritime Silk Sail & Returning to the Hometown of Overseas Chinese series. There are other itineraries of different durations on the same theme for comparison.

Costs include

  • Accommodation listed in the itinerary (double occupancy)
  • First entrance tickets to the attractions specified in the itinerary
  • Ground transportation listed in the itinerary (high-speed rail / tour bus / scenic area sightseeing bus)
  • Full-time Chinese-speaking tour guide service
  • Daily breakfast, and meals specified in the itinerary
  • Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • Round-trip international airfare between the place of departure and China
  • Personal visa and document fees
  • Meals not listed and personal expenses
  • Optional items (cable cars, additional boat rides, performances, etc.)
  • Tips for guides and drivers (voluntary)
  • Single room supplement

Booking Reminder

After confirming the itinerary and dates, pay the deposit, and the remaining balance should be paid 15 days before the trip. Cancellation more than 30 days before departure will result in a full refund of the deposit, 70% refund for 15-30 days, 50% refund for 7-15 days, and no refund within 7 days. Popular venues such as the Mogao Caves and Sanxingdui require real-name reservations, so please submit your ID information at least 15 days in advance. For seniors over 70 years old and children under 12, please note this in the remarks, and we will adjust the daily walking amount accordingly.