Spring Moistens Enzhou · Millennium Cultural Context
Enping City, Jiangmen — the Hometown of Hot Springs in China, boasts not only health-preserving hot springs gushing for thousands of years, but also an ancient Juren village with profound cultural heritage, as well as a natural secret land of primitive ecology. The 2-day 1-night itinerary includes soaking in hot springs, visiting ancient villages, exploring rainforests, and experiencing the unique charm of Enping.
2-Day 1-Night Hot Spring Cultural Tour of Enping City
Hot spring health preservation + ancient village culture + ecological adventure, a comprehensive experience of Enping
Visit Quanlin Golden Town in the morning, experience Didu Hot Spring in the afternoon, and enjoy the night view of Jinjiang Hot Spring in the evening
- Do not soak in hot springs on an empty stomach or within 1 hour after meals
- It is recommended to soak in hot springs for no more than 15 minutes each time
- Bring your own swimsuit, some hot spring areas provide rental services
- Replenish water in time after soaking in hot springs
- Didu Hot Spring Hotel (Immersive hot spring experience)
- Jinjiang Hot Spring Resort (Family-friendly)
- Quanlin Golden Town Apartment (Lake view scenery)
Visit Xiema Juren Village in the morning, explore Qixingkeng Nature Reserve in the afternoon, and experience the double gifts of humanity and nature
- Participate in traditional Chinese culture experience activities in Xiema Juren Village to learn about the history of ancient imperial examination culture
- Hike and explore the primeval forest in Qixingkeng to watch rare animals and plants
- Enjoy tulips in spring and sunflowers in autumn in Huahai Happy World
- Buy special local products such as Enping Shaobing (biscuit) and Lecai tea
- It takes about 1 hour by car from the nature reserve to the urban area, it is recommended to depart early
- Enping Bus Terminal has direct buses to Guangzhou, Jiangmen and other places
Must-Try Foods in Enping City
Enping Shaobing (Biscuit)
Enping's traditional snack, made from glutinous rice flour with fillings such as peanuts, sesame seeds, coconut shreds, etc., baked with charcoal fire. It has a soft and sweet taste and is a must-have food for festivals.
Lecai (Thorn Vegetable)
A unique wild vegetable in Enping, bitter with a sweet aftertaste, rich in various amino acids and trace elements. It can be stir-fried, served in soup or made into Lecai tea, which has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and is a local health-preserving ingredient.
Enping Eel Rice
Selected local eels and silk seed rice, baked in a clay pot. The eel meat is tender, the rice is fragrant and smooth with a unique burnt aroma, which is a classic food in the five counties of Jiangmen.
Enping Choy Sum
A geographical indication product of Enping, planted in alluvial soil rich in organic matter. The choy sum is green in color, crisp and sweet in taste, which can be stir-fried or blanched to retain the original fresh flavor.
- November-April of the next year: The best season for soaking in hot springs with pleasant climate
- March-April: Tulips bloom in Huahai Happy World
- May-June: Qixingkeng has dense vegetation and abundant waterfall water volume
- September-October: Cool weather, suitable for ancient village tours and outdoor activities
- It is recommended to reserve more than half a day in the hot spring area to fully experience different characteristic pools
- You can hire a commentator in Xiema Juren Village to deeply understand the history of imperial examination culture
- Wear non-slip shoes for hiking in Qixingkeng, it is recommended to be led by a local guide
- Self-driving is more convenient to visit various attractions, the driving time between attractions is about 30-60 minutes
- Most hot spring areas are open-air, keep warm in winter and do a good job of sun protection in summer
- Mobile phone signal is weak in Qixingkeng, inform your itinerary in advance and go with companions
- Respect the traditional customs of the ancient village and keep quiet when entering the ancestral hall
- Some mountain roads are steep, drive carefully when self-driving
- It takes about 2.5 hours by car from Guangzhou to Enping urban area, and there are high-speed trains to Enping Station
- Attractions in the city are scattered, self-driving or chartered car is recommended
- There are tourist shuttle buses between hot spring scenic spots, check the schedules in advance
- There are buses from Enping Station to the urban area, about 30 minutes by car