Hekou District, Dongying, Shandong — the northern gateway of the Yellow River Delta, integrating locust forest flower seas, old Yellow River channel wetlands, and oil industry ruins, blending wild ecological charm with industrial memories. A 3-day in-depth tour unlocks the unique scenery at the tail of the Yellow River, experiencing the dual charm of nature and humanity.
Enjoy locust forest flowers, explore the old Yellow River course, discover oil marks, taste fisherman's delicacies, and feel the natural gifts and cultural heritage of Hekou District.
Morning: Stroll through Gudao Locust Forest, walk along Locust Flower Avenue to enjoy thousands of acres of flower sea, experience locust flower picking. Afternoon: Relax in the hot spring resort. Evening: Taste locust flower feast and local farm dishes.
Morning: Explore the Old Yellow River Channel wetland for bird watching and scenery. Afternoon: Stroll through Mingcui Lake to enjoy urban wetland views, visit Yihe Town Red Education Base to learn local history. Evening: Admire the night view of Hekou city.
Morning: Visit Hekou Oilfield Science and Technology Exhibition Hall to learn about oil extraction history. Afternoon: Go to Zhuangxi Fishing Port to experience fisherman life and buy fresh seafood. Evening: Taste specialties at Gudao Fresh Fish Soup Food Street before departure.
The signature dish of Hekou District. Made from fresh assorted fish caught at the confluence of the Yellow River Estuary and Bohai Bay, slowly simmered until the broth turns milky white. Local tofu and coriander are added to enhance freshness. Rich and delicious, it is praised as "a bowl of soup warms the whole body."
A specialty aquatic product of Hekou District. Named for its annual migration from sea to river to spawn in spring. Slender and knife-shaped, with tender flesh rich in protein. Suitable for steaming or pan-frying — a rare spring delicacy in the region.
A spring specialty noodle dish of the Gudao area. Filled with fresh locust flowers and minced pork or eggs, wrapped in leavened dough and steamed. Soft texture with the sweetness of locust flowers — a must-try farmhouse flavor during locust flower season.
A coastal specialty of Hekou District, named for its shuttle-shaped shell. Plump meat, rich roe, most delicious in autumn. Can be steamed, stir-fried with chili, or made into crab porridge — a fine dish for local banquets.