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Shandong 6th · Plus Qingdao Coast
6 days / 5 nights · Jinan / Tai'an / Qufu / Qingdao

Shandong 6th · Plus Qingdao Coast

Jinan / Tai'an / Qufu / Qingdao · 6 days · Moderate

Reference Price

$570Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–8 people
IntensityModerate
Best seasonApr–Jun / Sep–Oct
Traffichigh-speed rail + chartered car
AccommodationJinan 1 night + Taian 2 nights + Qufu 1 night + Qingdao 2 nights
Departure MonthApril–June / September–October

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

After four days in Jitai, add two days in Qingdao: Badaguan, Zhanqiao, Laoshan, and the Beer Museum make up the most complete circle in Shandong.

Day-by-day itinerary6 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 Jinan · Baotu Spring

    DestinationLocation→ Jinan

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Jinan Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Daily detailArrive in Jinan from various locations, with a private transfer at the airport/station to your hotel. Afternoon free time.
    Baotu Spring
    In the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus to Tai'an, and stay overnight in Tai'an.
  2. DestinationTai'an city center

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Tai'an Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detail
    The red gate of the Dai Temple on Mount Tai
  3. DestinationTai'an → Qufu

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Tai'an Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Qufu
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Daily detailAt
    Shibapan Yuhuang Peak
    , take the high-speed rail or tour bus to Qufu in the evening and stay overnight in Qufu.
  4. DestinationQufu → Qingdao

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Qufu Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Qingdao
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Daily detailIn the evening, take the


    high-speed rail or tour bus to Qingdao and stay overnight at the Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion, and Confucius Forest.
  5. DestinationQingdao urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Qingdao Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailBada Pass
    Plank Bridge
    at Laoshan
  6. DestinationQingdao → Airport drop-off / station drop-off

    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
    Daily detailBeer Museum
    Xiaoyushan is shuttled off by dedicated shuttle by flight
    or train schedule, marking the end of the trip.
Key facts
Departure pointAssemble in Jinan, disperse in Qingdao
Number of people in a group2–8 person small group
Recommended monthApr–Jun / Sep–Oct
AccommodationJinan 1 night + Taian 2 nights + Qufu 1 night + Qingdao 2 nights
TrafficHigh-speed rail Chartered car
IntensityModerate
ProvinceShandong

Route Overview

The entire trip lasts 6 days, progressing along "Jinan / Tai'an / Qufu / Qingdao." The pace is arranged as "one city per segment," with high-speed trains mainly used for intercity travel, and flights arranged for segments where the travel time exceeds 5 hours.

Cities and Highlights on This Route

  • Jinan: Baotu Spring · Daming Lake · Thousand Buddha Mountain · Black Tiger Spring
  • Tai'an: Mount Tai · Dai Temple · Red Gate · Eighteen Bends · Jade Emperor Peak
  • Qufu: Confucius Temple · Confucius Mansion · Confucius Forest
  • Qingdao: Badaguan · Zhan Bridge · Laoshan · Beer Museum · Little Fish Hill

Province

This route belongs to the Shandong route. Other itineraries with different lengths in the same province are available for comparison; you can also customize your own pace.

Costs include

  • Hotels listed in the itinerary (double occupancy, including breakfast)
  • First entrance tickets and shuttle between attractions listed in the itinerary
  • Intercity high-speed train / second-class seat on bullet train or tour bus
  • Full Chinese-speaking tour guide and driver service
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day, travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • International/domestic major transportation to and from the departure city
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary (approximately 80–150 yuan per person per day)
  • Single room supplement, personal expenses, and optional items
  • Driver and guide tips (voluntary, recommended 30–50 yuan per person per day)

Booking Reminder

Popular scenic spots (the Forbidden City, Mogao Caves, Jiuzhaigou, Zhangjiajie, etc.) have real-name visit limits, so it is recommended to make a reservation 15–30 days in advance. High-speed train tickets go on sale 15 days before departure; they sell out on the first day during peak season, so be sure to set a reminder. For high-altitude routes (Tibet, Qinghai, Western Sichuan), a health certificate is required, and it is recommended to take Rhodiola 7 days in advance. Seniors over 60 and children under 1.2 meters should be noted when booking; ticket prices and bed arrangements are handled separately. All itineraries can be adjusted by month, number of days, and traveling companions. For details, see 'Customized Itinerary'.