Gather at Changi International Airport and depart on a flight to Qingdao, the "Sailing City." Upon arrival, visit the St. Michael's Cathedral (Exterior view), a Gothic and Romanesque architectural style, the largest Gothic building in Qingdao. Then head to Small Fish Hill, where you can climb the18-meter, octagonal Tide Viewing Pavilion at the top, surrounded by many Western-style buildings, offering a panoramic view of the city. (In April, enjoy cherry blossom viewing at Zhongshan Park).Next, explore Badaguan (April: enjoy peach blossoms, October-November: enjoy ginkgo and red maple leaves), a collection of villas in over 20different national architectural styles, known asthe "Exhibition of World Architecture." Among them, the most famous are the Flower Stone Building and Princess Building. Finally, visit the World Horticultural Exposition (April: enjoy moss phlox flowers, November: enjoy the dawn red wood forest), a professional international exposition approved by the International Association of Horticultural Producers.
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After breakfast, visit Yandun Corner Swan Lake(Winter, November to March: the closest place toencounter Siberian swans). During the cold, snowy season, flocks of swans come here to gather in thecrystal-clear bay, creating a scene that feels like anotherworldly fairyland, dreamy and enchanting.(During other months, visit Torch Eight Street, avibrant and promising modern industrial park). Next, explore Xiaohézhang Village - Seaweed Houses, one of the most representative ecologicaldwellings in the world. The seaweed houses require over 70 steps to build, and as long as the house doesn't leak, the walls are very difficult tocollapse. Then, visit the Bruce Shipwreck, a newly popular tourist spot that has gone viral on social media platforms, with the giant stranded Bruceship becoming a new "must-see" destination according to the local cultural tourism bureau. Finally, see Happiness Gate (Exterior view), known as the "Gateway to Weihai," and a symbol of city.
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After breakfast, visit Changyu Castle Winery (includes wine tasting+ one bottle of Changyu commemorative wine per person), located in the northern area of Yujia in the Yantai Economic and Technological Development Zone. This modern winery integrates wine production, leisure, and entertainment. Next, visit Eight immortal's Crossing the Sea Mouth, a gourd-shaped island surrounded by the sea on three sides, with an Eight immortal's Bridge connecting the island to the scenic area, tightly linking the mortal world with the realm of immortals. Then, explore the Eight immortal's Sculpture, which is believed to be the residence of the Eight immortals. The sculptures are vivid and lifelike, telling the story of the Eight immortals punishing evil, promoting goodness, and saving all beings on the sacred mountain of Penglai. (October-November: Enjoy apple picking along the way.
lf picking is notpossible due to weather conditions, each personwill be given two seasonal fruits as a gift.)
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After breakfast, visit China's largest Peony Garden in Northern China -Zhonghua Peony Garden (Peony flowers in April), currently the largest and most diverse peony-themed park in the world. (During the off-season, visit ShihuYuan, where you can experience the ancient cultural atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful garden landscapes.) Next, explore Zibo Eight Bureaus Barbecue Market, named after the eight government bureaus, including the Finance Bureau and Education Bureau, that used to be located here. Then, visit China's Most Beautiful Bookstore -Haidai Lou Zhongshu Ge, a bookstore built in the architectural style of the Han Dynasty. lt has ten floors, with nine aboveground and one underground, Finally, enjoy the Evening Ancient City Night Show - Spring show, an immersive performance where the flowing spring waters reflect ancient charm, accompanied by classical music and dance.
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After breakfast, visit Mingshui Ancient City, which was established during the Tang Dynasty. During the Zhenguan period, it became the town of Xiquan. By the Song and Yuan dynasties, it became one of the four famous towns in Zhangqiu, with a history of over 1,000 years. Next, explore Confucius Mansion (Cart tour of the ancient city) a World Heritage site also known as the "YanshengGong Mansion." lt was the residence of Confucius direct descendants for centuries and is the largest mansion in China after the imperial palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties, often referred to as the "First Family under Heaven." Finally, visit the Rapeseed Flower Fields
(April: enjoy rapeseed flowers, November: visit the Ginkgo Forest along the Yellow River for a breathtaking view).
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After breakfast, begin a wonderful new day of travel, starting with a visit to Mount Tai (April: enjoy peach blossoms at Taishan Peach Blossom Garden). A UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, Mount Tai stands tall and majestic, earning the title of the highest of China's Five Sacred Mountains. Next, visit Black Tiger Spring, named for its natural cave where a large rock lies curving and lying flat, and when the north wind blows at midnight, the cracks in the stone resemble the roar of a tiger, hence the name. Then, explore Daming Lake, which is poetically sides, and the city with half lake and half mountain," The lake is fed by numerous famous springs such as Pearl Spring, Baotu Spring, Wulong Pond, and Zhaoying Spring, earning it the reputation of the "Pearl of Spring City." Finally, visit Spring City Square (April: enjoy thousands of tulips). The square features a lotus music fountain in the eastern area, with a lotus sculpture in the center. The fountain changes its shape throughout each performance, which lasts about 30 minutes. described as "surrounded by lotus flowers on four sides, willows on three
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After breakfast, head to the Qingdao Beer "Pure Draft Journey" (includes beer tasting+ one packet of beer peanuts per person).The journey is divided into three main parts: "Experience Pure Draft," "Explore Pure Draft," and "Enjoy Pure Draft." lt aims to give visitors a deeper understanding of the brewing process, brand history, and culture of Qingdao Beer, allowing them to experience the unique charm of this iconic Chinese beer brand. Next, visit the 2008 Sailing Base, where the sailing events of the 29th Olympic Games and the 13th Paralympic Games were held in 2008.The scenic area features two major landmark structures: the Olympic "Cloud" Torch Sculpture and the Boat Sculpture. Then, explore May Fourth Square, named after the May Fourth Movement. In the center of the square stands the sculpture "The Wind of May".
In April, enjoy strawberry picking along the way, and in September, experience grape picking.
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After breakfast, take the flight back, end the happy Shandong 8-day trip! Looking forward to your next trip!
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樟宜国际机场集合出发，搭乘航班前往“帆船之都”---青岛，海中小岛“小青岛”、古渔村“青岛村”而得名。随后前往【圣弥厄尔大教堂】(外观)哥德式和罗马式建筑风格,是青岛最大的哥德式建筑。【小鱼山】小鱼山顶的 18 米高三层八角览潮阁，周围有许多西方风格的建筑，可登阁眺市区景观。(4月增加中山公园安排赏樱花)【八大关】(4月赏碧桃花，10-11月赏银杏、红枫)20多个国家建筑风格的别墅,有“万国建筑博览会”之称。其中，最著名的要属花石楼和公主楼了。【世界园艺博览会】(4月赏芝樱花，11月赏水杉林)是由国际园艺生产者协会批准举办的专业性国际博览会。
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早餐后，游览【烟墩角天鹅湖】(冬季11-3月世界最近距离接触西伯利亚天鹅):每到寒风飘雪时节，成群结队的天鹅就来到这里，在碧波荡漾的海湾里，使人如临仙境，如梦如幻。(其他月份换【火炬八街】代表了济南在科技创新和产业发展方面的前沿地位，是一个充满活力和发展潜力的现代化产业园区。) 【小合掌村---海草房】世界上最具有代表性的生态民居之一，海草房有70多道工序，因为只要屋子不漏水,墙是很难倒的。【布鲁斯号沉船】2023年7月，当地文旅局称，布鲁维斯号搁浅巨轮成为新晋网红打卡点，正在相关社交平台疯狂刷屏。【幸福门】(外观)被誉为“威海之门”，成为威海的标志。
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早餐后，游览【张裕卡斯特酒庄】(含品酒+每人1瓶张裕纪念酒)位于烟台经济技术开发区北于家，是集葡萄酒酿造、旅游观光、休闲娱乐多功能于一体的现代化酒庄。【八仙过海口】一个三面环海的葫芦岛，有一座八仙桥通向景区，将人间与仙境紧紧的连在一起。【八仙雕塑】是蓬莱景区的一个亮点，传说这里是八仙聚居之地,雕塑栩栩如生，生动刻画八仙传奇，讲述八位神仙在蓬莱的仙山琼阁上惩恶扬善，普渡众生的故事。
10-11月:途中安排采摘苹果(若因天气原因无法采摘每人赠送当季水果2颗)
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早餐后，游览【中国北方最大牡丹园---中华牡丹园】(牡丹花4月)目前世界上品种最多，面积最大的牡丹主题公园。(非花季换【十笏园】可以在这里感受古老的文化氛围，欣赏园林美景。)【淄博八大局烧烤市场】八大局便民市场位于山东省淄博市张店区共青团东路北二巷，因当年的财政局和教育局等淄博市政府八个局委在此办公而得名。【中国最美书店---海楼钟书阁】书香入海岱，潮起钟书阁。位于淄博齐盛湖公园制高点，采用汉代建筑风格，共十层，地上九层、地下一层。【晚欣赏古城夜秀---泉秀】沉浸式泉秀，泉水潺潺映古韵，古典乐舞绕心间。泉水与火光交融，舞姿与音乐作伴，打破时空的束缚，一秒梦回汴京。
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早餐后，游览【明水古城】明水古城，始建于唐朝，贞观年间设西泉镇。到宋元时期，成为章丘四大名镇之一，距今已有1000余年的历史。【孔府】(马车游古城)世界文化遗产，又称“衍圣公府”。曾是数百年来孔子嫡系长期居住的地方，是中国仅次于明清皇室宫府的最大府第，有“天下第一家”之称。【油菜花田】
(4月增加赏油菜花，11月增加百里黄河银杏林)
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早餐后，开启美好的一日全新旅行,开始游览【泰山】(4月增加泰山桃花源赏桃花):世界自然遗产之一，泰山挺拔雄峻,是中国五岳之首的美誉。泰山风景以壮丽著称，山间经常有云海出现，还有众多的古迹、石刻和宗教庙宇。【黑虎泉】因此泉为一天然洞穴，内有一巨石盘曲俯卧、上生苔藓，显得黑苍苍如猛虎深藏，泉水从巨石下涌出激湍撞击，再加半夜朔风吹如石隙裂缝酷似虎啸故称黑虎泉。【大明湖】 “四面荷花三面柳，一城山色半城湖”在这里以最真切的状态体现出来。湖内荷莲飘香。湖水来源于珍珠泉、趵突泉、五龙潭、濯缨泉等诸多名泉，有【泉城广场】(4“众泉汇流”之说，被誉为“泉城明珠”。月增加万株郁金香):整个广场的设计紧扣“泉”的主题，正中央坐落着篆书“泉”字的造型。广场东部的荷花音乐喷泉中间是荷花雕像，喷泉会变幻不同的造型，每场喷泉约30分钟。
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早餐后，前往【青岛啤酒“纯生之旅”】(含品酒+每人1包啤酒花生)将曼妙的纯生旅程分为“感受纯生“畅游纯生”、“快乐纯生”三大部分。旨在让游客深入了解青岛啤酒的酿造过程、品牌历史及文化，亲身体验青岛啤酒的独特魅力。青岛啤酒作为中国最著名的啤酒品牌之一，其生产工厂和品牌历史吸引了大量的游客前来参观。【2008帆船基地】2008年第29届奥运会和13届残奥会帆船比赛就在此举行，景区内有两大形象建筑，一个是巨大的奥运祥云火炬雕塑，另一个是场馆前的机【五四广场】因“五四运动”而得名，广场正船雕塑建筑。中那形如螺旋般红火风团的雕塑名为“五月的风”,彰显了庄重、坚实、蓬勃向上的爱国情怀。
4月途中安排草莓采摘，9月安排葡萄采摘
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早餐后，前往早餐后，搭乘航班返程,结束愉快的山东8天之旅!期待您的再次出行!
早餐 All bookings require a minimum deposit of $500-$1000 per person (depending on destination).
