Lianping County Travel, Heyuan City
Lianping County, Heyuan, Guangdong — the ecological barrier of northern Guangdong and a famous peach blossom resort, home to Jiulian Mountains, Shengji Canyan Cave, and Shangping Peach Blossom Mountain. Experience primeval ecology and spring feast in a 2-day 1-night tour.
2-Day 1-Night Ecological Flower Viewing Tour in Lianping County
Explore the secret of Jiulian Mountains, admire the wonders of Canyan Cave, enjoy ten thousand mu of peach blossoms, taste Hakka flavors
Explore Jiulian Mountains Primeval Forest in the morning to experience the beauty of ecology; visit Shengji Canyan Cave in the afternoon to admire karst cave wonders; return to the county seat in the evening to experience Hakka cuisine.
- Jiulian Mountains Forest Homestay
- Lianping County Seat Hotels
- Neiguan Town Featured Inns
- Lianping Braised Pork
- Nine-Layer Sheet Jelly
- Sour Bamboo Shoot Duck
- Hakka Stuffed Three Treasures
- Large temperature difference in mountainous areas, prepare warm clothing
- Wear non-slip shoes and hike with partners
- No smoking and littering in forest areas
Wander in the Shangping peach blossom sea in the morning to take photos of spring scenery; visit Lianping Confucian Academy in the afternoon to learn about ancient county culture; purchase special products such as eagle beak honey peaches in the evening.
- Self-driving is recommended as attractions are scattered
- Buses from county seat to Shangping Town and Neiguan Town
- Special tourist shuttle during Peach Blossom Festival
- Jiulian Mountains Primeval Forest: ¥50
- Shengji Canyan Cave: ¥40
- Shangping Peach Blossom Mountain: Free
- Lianping Confucian Academy: ¥15
- Many tourists during peach blossom season, suggest early departure
- Best photography time is morning and evening
- Eagle beak honey peaches ripen in July-August, can experience picking
Must-Try Foods in Lianping County
Lianping Braised Pork
A traditional famous dish of Lianping, selected local native pork, braised with secret sauce over low heat for several hours. The meat is crispy and tender, fat but not greasy, with rich aroma, a main dish of Hakka banquets.
Nine-Layer Sheet Jelly
A special snack of Lianping, made by steaming nine layers of thin rice milk sheets and stacking them together. It can be sweet or salty, with soft and layered taste, a fine product for local festivals and entertaining guests.
Sour Bamboo Shoot Duck
A classic Hakka dish of Lianping, stir-fried local native duck with sour bamboo shoots. The unique sour taste of sour bamboo shoots perfectly combines with the delicious taste of duck meat, appetizing and delicious with unique flavor.
Eagle Beak Honey Peach
Geographical indication product of Lianping, named for its eagle beak-like fruit shape. Crispy flesh, sweet and juicy, rich in vitamins, known as "the best among peaches", ripening in July-August.
- Spring (February-March): Shangping peach blossoms in full bloom, best time for flower viewing
- Summer (July-August): Eagle beak honey peaches ripen, can experience picking
- Autumn (October-November): Jiulian Mountains have charming autumn scenery and cool climate
- Lianping Braised Pork
- Nine-Layer Sheet Jelly
- Sour Bamboo Shoot Duck
- Hakka Stuffed Tofu
- Eagle Beak Honey Peach
- Tickets: About ¥105
- Accommodation: ¥250-500 per night
- Catering: ¥120-180 per day
- Transportation: ¥200-300
- Total: ¥700-1300
- Best viewing period for Shangping peach blossoms? → Late February to early March
- Is Jiulian Mountains suitable for children? → Some scenic areas are suitable, cautious on adventure routes
- What special souvenirs in Lianping? → Eagle beak honey peaches, Hakka niang wine, Nine-Layer Sheet Jelly
- How long to visit Shengji Canyan Cave? → 1.5-2 hours recommended