Nanping City Travel

Nanping, Fujian — home to the world cultural and natural dual heritage Wuyi Mountain, Jiuqu Stream and other famous scenic spots, it is a tourist destination integrating landscape scenery, tea culture and ancient town customs.

1800+
Years of City-Building History
1
World Dual Heritage Site
2158
Meters (Huanggang Mountain Altitude)
2.68 Million+
Permanent Resident Population

Nanping City Travel in Districts and Counties

Yanping District

Political and economic center of Nanping City, an important node at the source of Minjiang River

Xiyuan GorgeMangdang MountainJiufeng Mountain
Jianyang District

Birthplace of Jianyao Jianzhan culture, an important inheritance place of Neo-Confucianism culture

Kaoting AcademyJianyao RuinsMasha Book Workshop
Shaowu City

Millennium-old ancient city, transportation hub in northern Fujian, with profound cultural heritage

Heping Ancient TownWaterfall Forest Hot SpringTiancheng Qixia Scenic Area
Wuyishan City

World dual heritage site, famous tea town in China

Wuyi Mountain Scenic AreaJiuqu StreamDa Hong Pao Scenic AreaYulin Pavilion Kiln Site
Jian'ou City

Location of the millennium-old Jianzhou Prefecture, hometown of bamboo in China

Guizong RockWanmu ForestJian'ou Confucian TempleGuangxiao Chan Temple
Shunchang County

Hometown of Chinese fir in China, eco-tourism resort

Baoshan Scenic AreaHuayang MountainHezhang Rock
Pucheng County

Border area of Fujian, Zhejiang and Jiangxi provinces, birthplace of ancient Yue culture

Fugai MountainJiushi FerryMao'er Mountain Ruins
Guangze County

China's eco-food city, an important part of Wuyi Mountain range

Wujun MountainWuyi Tianchi LakeShenshan Scenic Area
Songxi County

Hometown of famous tea in China, with superior ecological environment

Zhanlu MountainSongxi Ancient Bridge GroupMeikou Port
Zhenghe County

Hometown of Chinese white tea, gathering place of covered bridge culture

Fozi MountainYangyuan Ancient VillageNianshan Terraced FieldsChouling Ancient Covered Bridge

3-Day 2-Night Landscape and Culture Tour of Nanping City

Explore the dual heritage, raft on Jiuqu Stream, and visit the millennium-old ancient town

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area, Jiuqu Stream, Heping Ancient Town, Da Hong Pao Scenic Area, Jianyang Kaoting Academy
Suitable For
Landscape lovers, tea culture followers, history explorers, photography enthusiasts
Per Capita Budget
¥1000-¥2000
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Exploring Wuyi Mountain
A tour of the core scenic area of the world dual heritage
Trip Highlights

Spend the whole day visiting Wuyi Mountain Main Scenic Area, climb Tianyou Peak to overlook the panoramic view of Jiuqu Stream, stroll through Yunwo to experience the integration of Danxia landform and tea culture, and explore the wonder of Yixiantian (A Thread of Sky).

Attraction Arrangement
Tianyou Peak
The premier scenic spot of Wuyi Mountain, reaching the top offers a bird's-eye view of the entire Jiuqu Stream, and it is an excellent location to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds.
Yixiantian (A Thread of Sky)
A typical Danxia landform fracture landscape, the narrowest point is only 30 centimeters wide, requiring visitors to pass sideways, thrilling and exciting.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area Hotels
  • Sangu Resort Homestays
  • Wuyi Mountain Tea Manor Inns
Food Recommendations
  • Langu Smoked Goose
  • Wuyi Rock Tea Banquet
  • Red-Eyed Fish
  • Shuqu Guo (Edible Wild Herb Rice Cake)
Travel Tips
  • Scenic area pass is about ¥210 (including sightseeing bus)
  • Tianyou Peak has steep steps, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes
  • Prevent heatstroke and cooling in summer
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Tea Fragrance & Rafting
Jiuqu Stream and Tea Culture Experience Tour
Trip Highlights

In the morning, take a bamboo raft to drift on Jiuqu Stream and enjoy the Danxia scenery on both banks; in the afternoon, visit Da Hong Pao Scenic Area, experience tea picking and tea making techniques, and feel the charm of Wuyi rock tea.

Attraction Arrangement
Jiuqu Stream Rafting
A world-famous bamboo rafting project, the water of Jiuqu Stream is crystal clear, the Danxia landform on both banks is peculiar, and the raftmen's explanations are witty and humorous.
Da Hong Pao Scenic Area
Featured as the core production area of Wuyi rock tea, it has the mother trees of Da Hong Pao with a history of more than 360 years, and you can experience a tea culture tour.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Sightseeing buses in the scenic area connect various attractions
  • Jiuqu Stream rafting takes about 1.5 hours
  • Da Hong Pao Scenic Area requires walking tour
Ticket Information
  • Jiuqu Stream bamboo raft: ¥130
  • Da Hong Pao Scenic Area: included in the pass
  • Tea art experience: ¥60-100
Featured Experiences
  • Learn the legends of Jiuqu Stream from the raftmen
  • Pick Wuyi rock tea by yourself
  • Taste the authentic Da Hong Pao tea art performance
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Exploring Ancient Town
Cultural Tour of Shaowu Heping Ancient Town
Trip Highlights

In the morning, visit the millennium-old Heping Ancient Town and explore the well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasties buildings; in the afternoon, you can choose to visit Jianyang Kaoting Academy to experience Neo-Confucianism culture, or return.

Attraction Arrangement
Heping Ancient Town
One of the oldest ancient towns in Fujian with a long history, it retains a large number of buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, known as the "First Street of Fujian".
Kaoting Academy
The place where Zhu Xi, a famous Neo-Confucianist in the Southern Song Dynasty, gave lectures in his later years, and it is an important birthplace of Chinese Neo-Confucianism culture.
Practical Information
Return Suggestions
  • Heping Ancient Town to Nanping urban area is about 1.5 hours
  • About 2 hours from Wuyi Mountain Airport
  • It is recommended to depart for the transportation hub before 2 pm in the afternoon
Food Map
  • Shaowu Jiaozhang Ci (Palm-shaped Rice Cake)
  • Heping Youjiang Tofu (Fermented Tofu)
  • Jian'ou Salted Duck
  • Zhenghe White Tea
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Wuyi Rock Tea
  • Jianyang Jianzhan (Tea Bowl)
  • Shaowu Bamboo Shoot Dried
  • Pucheng Sweet Osmanthus
  • Zhenghe White Tea

Must-Try Foods in Nanping City

Langu Smoked Goose

A special delicacy of Wuyi Mountain, made from local soil geese through more than ten smoking processes, with rich aroma and tender meat.

Jian'ou Salted Duck

A traditional famous dish of Jian'ou, known as "Eight Min Delicacies", with yellow skin, tender meat and rich oil aroma, it is a famous specialty of Fujian.

Shaowu Jiaozhang Ci (Palm-shaped Rice Cake)

A special snack of Shaowu, named for its palm-like shape, with soft and glutinous taste, can be eaten with various sauces, unique flavor.

Wuyi Rock Tea

One of the top ten famous teas in China, produced in Wuyi Mountain, with unique "rock rhyme", rich and mellow taste, and high collection value.