The May Day holiday is coming soon, and there are also many routes worth visiting in Qinhuangdao during this holiday. So, for the best three-day tour routes and related scenic spot details in Qinhuangdao, let's learn more about them together
Blue Sea and Golden Sands Tour
Our city has a coastline of 162.7 kilometers, which is the longest continuous sandy shore in China. The recommended scenic spots for the Bihai Jinsha Tour include Xigang Garden, Jinmeng Bay, Pigeon Nest Park, Biluota Bar Park, Laohushi Park, Arcadia Coastal Resort, Huamao Blue Coast, Gold Coast Scenic Area, etc
Journey to the Great Wall in Autumn
The eastern starting point of the Great Wall is Qinhuangdao. The 223.1 km old Great Wall stretches across our city, connecting mountains, seas, customs and cities. It is the most essence of the Great Wall. The recommended visit points for the Autumn Charm Great Wall tour include Laolongtou, the First Pass in the World, Shanhaiguan Ancient City, Jiaoshan Great Wall, Banchangyu, Bingtangyu Great Wall Style Grand Canyon, etc
Enjoy a journey of red wine
Changli, with over 300 years of grape cultivation history, has been named the "Hometown of Chinese Wine Grapes" and "City of Chinese Dry Red Wine". The recommended visit points for the exclusive red wine tour include Huaxia Manor, Langs Winery, Jinshi International Winery, Diwang Dry Red Winery, Changli Grape Valley, Changli Martini Winery, Grape Town, etc
Museum Collection Tour
Our city has a profound historical heritage and distinct cultural characteristics, with numerous specialized museums scattered throughout the city. Recommended visit points for the museum collection tour include Shanhaiguan Great Wall Museum, Qinhuangdao Glass Museum, Qinhuangdao Port Museum, Qinhuangdao Bird Museum, and Changli Li Dazhao Revolutionary Site Exhibition Hall
A journey to find delicious food
Autumn is the best season of the year to eat seafood, and the beautiful scenery and delicious food around you are as poetic and picturesque. The recommended foods for the food tour include steamed swimming crab, salted shrimp, Beidaihe Yangchangzi, Daihe miscellaneous fish in a pot of fresh, Shanhaiguan Hunguo, Wuyu leaf cake, Huiji Bean paste cake, Qinglong old tofu, Qi Jiajun eight pots, etc
Best route recommendation for a three-day trip to Qinhuangdao:
Day 1: Shanhaiguan District
- Morning: After arriving in Qinhuangdao, head to Shanhaiguan to visit the world's top pass. Shanhaiguan is the first pass at the eastern starting point of the Great Wall, and also the boundary between inside and outside the pass. It gathers the essence of the ancient Great Wall of China, where you can feel its majesty and profound historical and cultural heritage
- Noon: Taste local cuisine near Shanhaiguan, such as Shitiao baozi, Hunguo, etc. The filling of the four buns is only pork and scallions, but the taste is delicious and irresistible; Hunguo is a traditional Manchu cuisine with abundant ingredients. It is stewed slowly over charcoal fire and has a unique taste
- Afternoon: Go to the Laolongtou Scenic Area, which is the only section of the Great Wall in the sea, like a giant dragon inserted into the sea. The Chenghai Tower stands on the high dragon head, like a finishing touch. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the vast sea and turbulent waves from the south, as well as feel the fresh air and soft sand on the beach. It is an excellent place to watch the sunrise from the sea
- Evening: Check into a hotel near Shanhaiguan, rest or stroll around, and experience the local night view
The next day: Beidaihe District
- In the morning: Go to Pigeon Nest Park, which is one of the most suitable places to watch the sunrise in Beidaihe and often sees the spectacular scenery of "Bathing Day". There are also attractions such as the Bird Museum in the park, where you can learn about related knowledge and appreciate beautiful natural landscapes
- Noon: Dine near the park or go to Beidaihe Art Village to taste specialty foods such as Zhaojiaguan dumplings. The dumplings at Zhaojiaguan have thin skin and large filling, and a rich flavor. Anyone who has tasted them will be conquered by their deliciousness
- Afternoon: Visit Beidaihe Art Village, which is a very artistic village. The simple people have created this land of art with their hands. There is a "Cicada Enjoyment Courtyard" in the village, which is an old courtyard full of historical atmosphere, where you can find the long-awaited intimacy. Afterwards, head to the Sea Oath Garden, where several auditorium style buildings stand beside Angel Bay, giving people an inexplicable longing. You can also experience sailing boats, cruise ships, and other projects in the harbor
- Evening: Enjoy a seafood feast in Beidaihe District, experience the unique cuisine of the coastal city, and take a walk by the seaside after dinner to enjoy the night view
Day 3: Haigang District or Changli County
- Morning: Go to Le Island Ocean Kingdom, which is a unique marine theme park in China that integrates seaside natural sightseeing, marine animal interaction, sea water play, catering, entertainment and leisure. Divided into four major areas: Hailuo Island, Shuile Island, Fengqing Miami, and Ocean Carnival, there are flagship projects such as the sea Ferris wheel, air drifting, dolphin and beluga whale performances, and children's water park. Sea lion performances are also one of the must see attractions
- Noon: Dining at Le Island Ocean King offers a variety of delicious foods to choose from
- Afternoon: Continue to play on Le Island, experience various entertainment facilities and watch performances, or go to the place where the Qin Emperor sought immortality and entered the sea. The place where Emperor Qin sought immortality and entered the sea is located on the southeast coast of Qinhuangdao city. It is said to be the place where Emperor Qin Shi Huang sent alchemists such as Xu Fu to go out to sea in history. The main content of the scenic area integrates ancient architecture, gardens, and sculptures. The main landscapes include the Qinfeng Gate, Emperor Qin's eastern tour group sculptures, Warring States customs, Xianren Temple, and Qiuxian Hall
- Evening: End the trip and prepare to return
If you have plenty of time, you can also choose to go to Xianluo Island in Nandaihe, experience the cross sea cable car, and enjoy the sea scenery.19. Alternatively, you can visit attractions such as the Golden Coast Theme Park and the Holy Blue Ocean Park in Changli County for sightseeing. During the trip, pay attention to arranging time and transportation reasonably, and learn in advance about the opening hours and ticket information of each attraction in order to better enjoy the journey. Meanwhile, the seafood in Qinhuangdao is delicious, but it is important to consume it in moderation to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort. Hope you have a pleasant three-day vacation in Qinhuangdao