5-Day Private Chaoshan Tour: Shantou, Nan'ao Island & Chaozhou
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Matched to your group size
2–8 guests
No compulsory spending
First-entry tickets included
More privacy, less rushing
A Deeper Way to Experience Chaoshan
Designed for travelers who prefer privacy, a gentler pace and a more immersive look at the coastal landscapes, architecture and traditions of eastern Guangdong.
Why Choose the VIP Private Tour?
Travel only with your own small group.
A gentler pace designed for deeper sightseeing.
Greater flexibility than a large coach group.
No shopping stops, forced add-ons or onboard sales.
5 Days at a Glance
| Day | Private Tour Route |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Chaoshan → Private pickup → Hotel check-in |
| Day 2 | Mayu Island → Nan'ao Bridge → Changshanwei Lighthouse → Tropic of Cancer Marker → Qing'ao Bay Coastal Tourism Area → Shantou hotel |
| Day 3 | Longhu Ancient Village → Han Yu Memorial Hall* → Guangji Bridge → Riverside Corridor → Chaozhou Ancient City → Paifang Street → Jiadi Lane → Kaiyuan Temple → Chaoshan Intangible Cultural Heritage Show → Shantou hotel |
| Day 4 | Chen Cihong Former Residence → Phoenix Dancong Tea & Local Performance → Small Park Arcade District → Chaoshan Cultural Museum* → Queshi Scenic Area → Inner Bay Ferry → Shantou hotel |
| Day 5 | Hotel → Airport / high-speed railway station drop-off → Departure |
Day 1: Arrival in Chaoshan
Arrive in the Chaoshan region and meet your private pickup at the airport or railway station. Transfer directly to your hotel in Shantou and check in. The rest of the day is free, giving you time to rest or explore nearby streets at your own pace.
Meals: Lunch and dinner not included | Accommodation: 4-Diamond hotel in Shantou
Day 2: Mayu Island & Nan'ao Coastal Escape
Start at Mayu Island before crossing the spectacular Nan'ao Bridge. Continue to Changshanwei Lighthouse, the Tropic of Cancer marker and Qing'ao Bay Coastal Tourism Area. With a private vehicle and small group, the day is designed to feel more relaxed than a standard coach itinerary.
Meals: Hotel breakfast included; lunch and dinner not included | Accommodation: 4-Diamond hotel in Shantou
Day 3: Ancient Chaozhou & Intangible Cultural Heritage
Visit Longhu Ancient Village and continue to Han Yu Memorial Hall. If it is closed on Monday, the Thai Buddha Hall is used as the alternative. Continue to Guangji Bridge and the Riverside Corridor before entering Chaozhou Ancient City.
Walk through Paifang Street and Jiadi Lane, visit Kaiyuan Temple and enjoy the historic atmosphere of one of Guangdong's best-known old cities. In the evening, experience a Chaoshan intangible-cultural-heritage stage production before returning to Shantou.
Meals: Hotel breakfast included; lunch and dinner not included | Accommodation: 4-Diamond hotel in Shantou
Day 4: Heritage Homes, Tea Culture & Old Shantou
Visit Chen Cihong Former Residence, an impressive heritage complex reflecting both Chaoshan tradition and overseas-Chinese influence. Continue with Phoenix Dancong tea tasting and a local cultural performance.
Stroll through the Small Park arcade district, then visit the Chaoshan Cultural Museum. If the museum is closed on Monday, Shipao Fort Park is used instead. Continue to Queshi Scenic Area before finishing the day with a ferry ride across Shantou Inner Bay.
Meals: Hotel breakfast included; lunch and dinner not included | Accommodation: 4-Diamond hotel in Shantou
Day 5: Departure Transfer
After hotel breakfast and check-out, your private driver will transfer you to the airport or high-speed railway station according to your departure schedule.
Meals: Hotel breakfast included
Private Vehicle Arrangement
5-seat vehicle
7-seat business vehicle or 9-seat tour vehicle
9-seat tour vehicle
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