Lixia District, Jinan, Shandong — the core area of Spring City culture, integrating the three famous landmarks Baotu Spring, Daming Lake, and Thousand Buddha Mountain, blending ancient charm with modern vitality. A 3-day in-depth tour decodes the essence of spring culture, experiencing the unique charm where mountains, waters, and humanity intertwine.
Admire the spectacular Baotu Spring, cruise on Daming Lake, climb Thousand Buddha Mountain for a panoramic city view, stroll through ancient streets to taste Spring City flavors, unlocking the beauty of Jinan's culture and nature
Morning: Visit Baotu Spring to see the spectacular "Baotu Surging Skyward," stroll through Five Dragon Pool to feel the charm of spring clusters. Afternoon: Explore Spring City Square for fountain performances. Evening: Head to Furong Street to taste Spring City snacks.
Morning: Explore Daming Lake, take a boat to enjoy lake and mountain views, visit historic sites like Lixia Pavilion. Afternoon: Stroll along Qushuiting Street to experience the atmosphere of "Every household has springs, every door has weeping willows." Evening: Explore Kuanhouli, a commercial district blending ancient and modern.
Morning: Climb Thousand Buddha Mountain for a panoramic view of Spring City, visit Xingguo Chan Temple for Zen culture. Afternoon: Head to Shandong Museum to learn about Qilu history. Evening: Visit Black Tiger Spring to taste the sweet spring water, shop for specialties before departure.
Jinan's traditional famous snack. Crispy outer layer, soft inner texture, rich scallion aroma. Named for its spiral shape. With a history of over a hundred years, it has been rated as a "Chinese Famous Snack."
Jinan's characteristic breakfast. Made from millet flour as the main ingredient, boiled with spinach, tofu, vermicelli, etc. Thick texture, moderately salty and fragrant — a traditional favorite of Jinan locals.
Classic Lu cuisine dish. Pork large intestine is cooked through multiple processes. The elaborate procedure gives it the name "Nine Turns." Finished dish is ruddy in color, balancing salty, sweet, sour, spicy, and fragrant flavors — endlessly memorable.
Jinan's specialty meat dish. Pork belly cut into large pieces, braised in soy sauce until tender. Fatty but not greasy, lean but not dry. Served with rice — a beloved "national comfort food" of Jinan locals.