Pingyuan County Travel
Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province – the ecological barrier of eastern Guangdong, boasts unique Danxia landforms such as Wuzhishi and Nantai Mountain, integrating red culture and Hakka customs. Experience the natural wonders and cultural heritage with a 3-day 2-night tour.
3-Day 2-Night Landscape & Ecological Tour in Pingyuan County
Explore Danxia wonders, climb Buddhist mountain scenic spots, drift on the clear waters of Songxi River, and recall the red revolutionary years
Visit the core area of Wuzhishi in the morning to admire the unique Danxia landforms; challenge the Heavenly Path plank road in the afternoon for an exciting experience; stroll along the forest trail in the evening to enjoy the tranquility of the mountains.
- Wuzhishi Guest House
- Homestays around the scenic area
- Farmhouse Inns in Chagan Town
- Wuzhishi Stuffed Tofu
- Salt-Baked Local Duck
- Three Stuffed Delicacies
- Braised Pork with Preserved Vegetables
- The Heavenly Path plank road is steep, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes
- Pay attention to sun protection and heatstroke prevention in summer
- The scenic area is large, it is recommended to reserve 5-6 hours for visiting
Climb Nantai Mountain in the morning to admire the natural reclining Buddha wonder; visit the Pingyuan Red Army Memorial Park in the afternoon to review revolutionary history; stroll along the Songxi River bank in the evening to enjoy the sunset glow.
- Direct buses from the county seat to Dazhe Town
- Nantai Mountain is about 5 kilometers from the county seat
- It is recommended to drive or take a chartered car to Songxi River
- Nantai Mountain: Free
- Red Army Memorial Park: Free
- Songxi River Bamboo Raft Rafting: ¥80 per person
- The best viewing position for the reclining Buddha on Nantai Mountain is at the viewing platform at the foot of the mountain
- Professional explainers can be reserved at the memorial park
- Prepare a change of clothes for Songxi River rafting
Explore Shangju Acacia Valley in the morning to experience the primeval forest ecology; go to Rezhe Hot Spring in the afternoon to relax; visit Hakka ancient villages in the evening to experience folk culture.
- Shangju Acacia Valley is about 30 kilometers from the county seat
- Rezhe Hot Spring is accessible by township buses
- Ancient villages are suitable for walking tours
- The best time to shoot morning mist in Acacia Valley is 6:30-8:00
- The lighting at the hot spring area is soft in the evening
- Ancient villages are suitable for shooting documentary humanistic photos
- Wear non-slip shoes for hiking in Acacia Valley
- Do not soak in hot springs for too long
- Respect the daily life of local residents when visiting ancient villages
Must-Try Foods in Pingyuan County
Pingyuan Huang Ban (Glutinous Rice Cake)
A traditional Hakka delicacy in Pingyuan, made from high-quality glutinous rice through soaking, steaming and pounding. It can be fried or stir-fried, with a soft and chewy taste, and is a must-have food for festivals.
Pingyuan Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms
A special variety of Hakka stuffed food series. It is made by filling local fresh shiitake mushrooms with pork filling and steaming. The mushroom aroma blends with the meat aroma, tender and delicious, rich in nutrition.
Hakka Cured Meat
A traditional winter food in Pingyuan, including cured pork, cured sausage, cured duck, etc. It is made from local pork and duck through salting and air-drying, with a unique flavor, and is a fine product for Hakka festivals.
Chao Lv (Stir-Fried Green Tea)
A characteristic tea in Pingyuan, named for its emphasis on stir-frying during the production process. The tea soup is clear, the aroma is long-lasting, and the taste is mellow. It is an important agricultural product and souvenir of Pingyuan.
- Spring (March-May): Acacia Valley is in bloom, suitable for spring outing
- Autumn (October-December): Cool climate, suitable for mountain climbing and sightseeing
- Winter (January-February): Experience Hakka New Year flavor and hot springs
- Pingyuan Huang Ban
- Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms
- Hakka Cured Meat
- Salt-Baked Local Duck
- Chao Lv Tea
- Tickets: About ¥150
- Accommodation: ¥150-350 per night
- Catering: ¥80-120 per day
- Transportation: ¥100-200
- Total: ¥600-1200
- How long does it take to visit Wuzhishi Scenic Area? → It is recommended to spend half a day to a full day
- Can I drive up Nantai Mountain? → There is a winding mountain road leading to the mountainside
- Where to buy authentic Pingyuan specialties? → County farmers' market, specialty stores
- How is the mobile signal in mountainous areas? → There is signal in major scenic areas, weak in some remote areas