Qufu, Jining, Shandong — the birthplace of Confucian culture, the hometown of Confucius, home to the world cultural heritage "Three Kongs" (Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion, Confucius Forest), blending millennia of cultural lineage with the legacy of the sage. A 3-day in-depth tour decodes the essence of Confucian culture and experiences the unique charm of history and humanity intertwined.
Pilgrimage to the Three Kongs to comprehend millennia of cultural context, trace roots at Nishan to honor the sage's wisdom, stroll ancient streets to taste the flavors of the holy city, and unlock the beauty of Qufu's history and humanity
In the morning, visit Confucius Temple to feel the grandeur of the "Number One Temple Under Heaven." In the afternoon, tour Confucius Mansion to learn about the life of the sage's descendants. In the evening, stroll along Drum Tower Street and Wuma Temple Street to taste specialty foods.
In the morning, tour Confucius Forest to feel the solemnity of the millennium-old family cemetery. In the afternoon, visit Yan Temple and Duke of Zhou Temple to learn about branches of Confucian culture. In the evening, experience traditional folk customs at Confucius Hometown Garden.
In the morning, head to Nishan Sacred Land to feel the solemnity of the sage's birthplace. In the afternoon, visit the Confucius Museum to systematically learn about Confucian culture. In the evening, tour the Lu State Ancient City Ruins, purchase specialties, and depart.
One of China's famous banquets, originating from the feasts of Confucius' descendants. Emphasizes etiquette and symbolism, with exquisite dishes such as "Poetry and Ritual Ginkgo" and "Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea," embodying the combination of Confucian culture and cuisine.
A Qufu specialty snack. Tofu is soaked in Sichuan pepper water and then smoked. Can be served cold, stir-fried, or boiled in soup. Unique in flavor, said to have been created by Confucius' descendants, with a history of several hundred years.
A traditional Qufu food made from millet flour or cornmeal, spread into thin pancakes that can be rolled with scallions, sauce, or other fillings. Crispy texture, fragrant aroma — a beloved local food.
A Qufu folk food. Cooked lamb is simmered with millet porridge, adding seasonings. Rich flavor, nutritious — a popular warming stomach dish in winter.