Heyuan City Travel

Heyuan, Guangdong — the ecological pearl in northeastern Guangdong, a settlement of Hakka people in the Dongjiang River basin, honored as "China Excellent Tourism City" and "National Garden City", a tourist destination integrating lakes and mountains, dinosaur culture, and Hakka customs.

1600+
Years of Urban History
1
5A-level Scenic Area
1293
Meters (Highest Altitude - Guishan Peak)
2.8 Million+
Permanent Population

3-Day 2-Night Ecological and Cultural Tour of Heyuan City

Enjoy the scenery of Wanlu Lake, explore the mystery of dinosaurs, and taste Hakka flavors

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Wanlu Lake, Dinosaur Museum, Hakka World, Huoshan Mountain, Relong Hot Spring
Suitable For
Eco-lovers, culture explorers, family trips, hot spring wellness seekers
Per Capita Budget
¥1200-¥2200
01
Lake and City Scenery
Wanlu Lake + Dinosaur Museum
Itinerary Highlights

Cruise Wanlu Lake in the morning to experience the vast blue waves and mountain scenery; visit the Dinosaur Museum in the afternoon to explore the mystery of dinosaurs, and stroll along the Xinfengjiang River in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Wanlu Lake
A national 4A-level scenic area, the largest artificial lake in South China, with water quality maintaining national first-class standards all year round. There are more than 360 green islands in the lake, known as "Heavenly Jade Pool water, Earthly Wanlu Lake".
Dinosaur Museum
One of China's important dinosaur fossil producing areas, housing the world's largest collection of dinosaur egg fossils, showcasing Heyuan's unique dinosaur culture and geological history.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Wanlu Lake Resort
  • Urban Star-rated Hotels
  • Hakka Homestays
Food Recommendations
  • Dongjiang Salt-baked Chicken
  • Hakka Stuffed Tofu
  • Braised Pork
  • Hakka Niangjiu Braised River Shrimp
Travel Tips
  • Pay attention to safety when boating on the lake, wear life jackets
  • Do not touch exhibits in the museum
  • Prevent heatstroke in summer
  • Enjoy the Xinfengjiang Musical Fountain in the evening
02
Hakka Culture
Hakka World + Huoshan Mountain
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Hakka World in the morning to experience Hakka folk culture; climb Huoshan Mountain in the afternoon to admire Danxia landform and feel the steep mountain scenery.

Attraction Arrangement
Hakka World
A comprehensive cultural tourism area integrating Hakka culture, architectural art, folk performances and food experience, showcasing the development history and cultural characteristics of the Hakka ethnic group in an all-round way.
Huoshan Mountain
One of the seven famous mountains in Guangdong, belonging to Danxia landform, famous for its steep mountains, peculiar rocks and long historical culture, known as "the second Danxia Mountain".
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Hakka World is about 5km from urban area, 15 minutes by car
  • Huoshan Mountain is about 40km from Longchuan County seat, 1 hour by car
  • Self-driving or tourist shuttle bus is recommended
Ticket Information
  • Hakka World: ¥80
  • Huoshan Mountain Scenic Area: ¥60
  • Cable car is charged separately
Featured Experiences
  • Watch Hakka song and dance performances
  • Taste Hakka Leicha (ground tea)
  • Experience Hakka enclosed house architecture
  • Climb Huoshan Mountain glass plank road
03
Hot Spring Wellness
Relong Hot Spring + Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Experience Relong Hot Spring in the morning to enjoy natural hot spring health preservation; buy Hakka specialties in the afternoon, and return according to the itinerary in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Relong Hot Spring
A national 4A-level scenic area, the hot spring water is rich in various minerals, with a water temperature of up to 88℃, and various functional soaking pools are available, making it an ideal place for leisure and health preservation.
Linzhai Ancient Village
The largest ancient village with quadrangle building complex in China, with well-preserved Hakka enclosed houses and ancient buildings, showcasing the unique charm of Hakka residential architecture.
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestions
  • Heping County is about 100km from Heyuan Station, 2 hours by car
  • About 250km from Guangzhou, 3.5 hours by car
  • It is recommended to plan the return route 4 hours in advance
Food Map
  • Heping Beef Tripe
  • Longchuan Raw Fish
  • Zijin Chili Sauce
  • Lianping Yingzui Honey Peach
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Hakka Niangjiu (Yellow Wine)
  • Five-fingered Hairy Peach
  • Wanlu Lake Mineral Water
  • Yingzui Honey Peach
  • Hakka Marinated Noodles

Must-Try Foods in Heyuan City

Dongjiang Salt-baked Chicken

A traditional famous dish in Heyuan, made from three-yellow chicken using the traditional salt-baking method, with crispy skin, tender meat and rich bone flavor, a representative work of Hakka cuisine.

Hakka Stuffed Tofu

A characteristic Hakka dish, stuffed with meat filling in tofu, fried first and then stewed, with tender tofu and delicious filling, reflecting the profound food culture of Hakka people.

Braised Pork

A must-have dish for Hakka banquets, made from pork belly stewed slowly with Hakka Niangjiu, soy sauce and other seasonings, fat but not greasy, melting in the mouth.

Hakka Niangjiu Braised River Shrimp

A special dish in Heyuan, cooked fresh river shrimp with Hakka Niangjiu, rich in wine aroma and sweet shrimp meat, reflecting the application of wine culture in Hakka diet.

Heyuan City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • March-May: Spring blossoms, suitable for mountain climbing and sightseeing
  • September-November: Clear autumn sky, best for hot spring wellness
  • December-February: Experience Hakka New Year customs in winter
Must-Experience Activities
  • Wanlu Lake cruise sightseeing
  • Dinosaur Museum exploration
  • Hakka enclosed house visit
  • Hot spring wellness experience
  • Hakka food tasting
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Wanlu Lake ¥80 + Dinosaur Museum ¥30 + other attractions about ¥100 ≈ ¥210
  • Accommodation: ¥250-700 per night (may increase in peak season)
  • Catering: ¥180-350 per day
  • Transportation: about ¥200-400 (including inter-county transportation)
  • Total: ¥1200-2200
Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the main dialect in Heyuan? → Hakka is mainly used, Mandarin is universally accepted
  • How long does it take to visit Wanlu Lake? → It is recommended to arrange half a day to a full day
  • What to pay attention to when taking hot springs? → It is recommended to take a hot spring 1 hour after meals, and the time should not be too long
  • Is transportation convenient between districts and counties? → There are shuttle buses, but self-driving is more flexible