Ankang Hanbin District, Shaanxi — the core area of Han River culture and home to the Pearl of Qinba. Boat on Ying Lake Thousand Island Gallery, explore Xiangxi Cave Taoist blessed land, enjoy the Hanjiang night scene, and experience southern Shaanxi folk customs. 3-day in-depth tour includes natural scenery, historical culture, and food experience.
Explore the Pearl of Qinba, boat on Thousand Island Ying Lake, seek Taoism at Xiangxi Fairy Cave, taste southern Shaanxi cuisine, experience the perfect integration of Hanbin's unique natural scenery and cultural heritage
Arrive in Hanbin, check into hotel then head to Ying Lake Scenic Area, take a boat tour of the "Shaanxi Thousand Island Lake" scenery. In the afternoon board Cuiping Island for panoramic views, and in the evening experience the Hanjiang night cruise light show, enjoying the sparkling nightscape along both banks.
Morning visit to Xiangxi Cave scenic area, exploring the Taoist sacred site "Nanxi Eight Scenes". Afternoon climb Tianzhu Mountain to overlook the Hanjiang River, and in the evening stroll Liushui Ancient Town, experiencing Ming-Qing architecture and fishing village charm.
Morning visit to Ankang Museum to systematically learn about the development history of Han River culture. Afternoon explore Xichengfang historical and cultural district, purchase konjac products, selenium-rich tea and other local specialties, concluding your enjoyable Hanbin journey.
Representative snack of Hanbin District, rice-based steamed noodles served with bean sprouts and cucumber shreds, topped with garlic juice and chili oil, sour and spicy, a local breakfast favorite.
Hanbin specialty dish, layering free-range chicken, pork trotters, lotus root and other ingredients in a large earthenware pot and steaming slowly. The broth is savory, the meat tender, nutritious and a must-have for banquets.
Using wild fish from the Hanjiang River as main ingredient, prepared in multiple ways such as sour cabbage fish, dry-braised fish, fish ball soup, creating a distinctive multi-course feast of exceptional freshness.
Hanbin traditional pastry baked over charcoal fire, crispy on the outside and soft inside. Can be filled with cured meat, fermented tofu and more, a common staple for locals on the go.