Unlock the Autumn and Winter Delights of Qiandao Lake in Chun’an: Five Itineraries
Introduction
Qiandao Lake, where mountains have submerged to form 1,078 scattered islands, is known as the lake with the most islands in the world. It’s one of the “Three Major Qiandao Lakes in the World”, along with Xiandao Lake in Yangxin, Hubei, and the Thousand Islands in Kingston, Canada. With its ever – changing scenery throughout the year, Qiandao Lake offers endless fun. Here are five two – day – one – night itineraries for your weekend getaway in Qiandao Lake.
1. Sports Itinerary
Day 1
- Morning and Afternoon: Head to the Beer Town. Experience the thrilling go – kart racing and enjoy the teamwork in the paddle – boarding activity. Then, visit the Original Beer Experience Center to savor delicious food.
- The Beer Town in Qiandao Lake, with its strong European style, is like Montreux by Lake Geneva. It combines European charm with Qiandao Lake’s beer culture. The beer museum here is not just a place to learn about beer but also offers various interactive experiences like the drunk driving simulation and the drunk house.
- The Original Beer Experience Center is a restaurant that fuses Chinese and Western cuisine with local beer culture. The “wine wall” creates a strong immersive feeling, and the delicate dishes will surely whet your appetite.
- Evening: Stay at No. 66 Mountain Retreat. The owner of this B&B, out of love for the land of Fuwen Township, has created a peaceful haven. The B&B overlooks a large natural lake, just like the real – life “Taohuawu”.
Day 2
- Morning and Afternoon: Take a hot air balloon ride, try paragliding, and explore the Wild world Natural Adventure Park.
- The hot air balloon ride allows you to overlook the magnificent Qiandao Lake, while paragliding gives you a bird’s – eye view of the lake from the sky. The Wild world Natural Adventure Park offers a variety of outdoor activities such as mountain biking, rock climbing, and more.
- Evening: You can choose to stay at either Haolike Hotel or Club Med Joyview Qiandao Lake. Club Med is especially suitable for families with kids.
2. Cycling Itinerary
Day 1
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Morning to Afternoon: Follow the Qianfen Line, which is also known as Wu Lei’s favorite cycling route.
- The whole line is 80 km long, and you can adjust the cycling distance according to your physical condition. Along the way, there are many well – equipped cycling stations where you can replenish your energy. The route starts from Qiandao Lake Square, passes through Qiandao Lake Bridge, Jieshou Township, and ends in Jiangjia Town. If you start from Jieshou (the Asian Games Venue), you can enjoy scenic spots like Xiaojinshan Bridge and Hongye Bay.
- At night, stay at the Wyndham Garden Hotel.
Day 2
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Return home.
3. Leisure Itinerary
Day 1
- Morning to Afternoon: Visit Dream Island, Xiling Study, and the Peninsula Camp for a cozy tea – drinking experience by the stove.
- Dream Island is a brand – new metaverse immersive experience park, known as the “1079th island of Qiandao Lake”. The giant art sculpture of the bighead carp at the outdoor square is a must – visit landmark. Inside, you can explore an immersive underwater world and a time – traveling tunnel.
- Xiling Study, located on Qiandao Lake Xiushui Street, is the first of its kind in the province. Here, you can enjoy calligraphy exhibitions, borrow books, and experience traditional Chinese cultural activities.
- The Peninsula Camp offers a perfect place for you to gather with friends, enjoy a cup of tea, and soak in the beautiful scenery.
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Evening: Stay at Haolike Hotel.
Day 2
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Morning to Afternoon: Explore the Ideal Garden, a place full of artistic sculptures and beautiful flower fields. Then, take a night cruise on the “Moonlight Love” tour.
- The Ideal Garden is a paradise for art lovers and nature enthusiasts. The 51Camp in the garden is a great place for relaxation.
- The moonlight tour on the lake is a romantic experience. The Moonlight Island, composed of four connected islands, features a wonderful night – time light show.
- Evening: Check in at Yuanyijuju Hotel, where you can enjoy a 180 – degree view of the lake. The hotel also offers delicious local cuisine, especially the famous Qiandao Lake fish head.
4. Family – Friendly Itinerary
Day 1
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Morning to Evening: Check in at Club Med Joyview Qiandao Lake. The all – inclusive resort provides a hassle – free travel experience. The Monkey King themed rooms are very popular among kids. You can also visit the Jiejv Base in Jieshou to pick oranges.
- The resort offers a wide range of entertainment facilities such as a gym, a yoga room, a children’s playground, and a swimming pool. The international restaurant, Caiyu Restaurant, offers a variety of cuisines from around the world.
- Jieshou is famous for its oranges. In autumn and winter, the mountains are filled with golden oranges, and picking them by yourself is a great experience for the whole family.
Day 2
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Return home.
5. Self – Driving Itinerary
- Morning to Afternoon: Drive along the Shuoyang Line and Baixiao Line.
- The Baixiao Line, about 40 km long, starts from Jiande Baisha Bridge and ends in Lishang Township, Chun’an. There are many temporary rest stops along the way where you can take pictures.
- You’ll pass by the Nongfu Spring factory, the Stone Forest Train Park, and the Xin’anjiang Hydropower Station. The railway crossing, nicknamed “Little Kamakura”, is very popular for its Japanese – style scenery with green – painted trains passing by.
Conclusion
Qiandao Lake is a place full of surprises. Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, a cycling lover, someone looking for a relaxing holiday, a family with kids, or a self – driving fan, Qiandao Lake has something to offer. Come and explore this beautiful place, and you’ll surely find your own piece of paradise here.
