This route adds Kaiping to the classic Pearl River Delta circuit. The diaolou watchtowers are a UNESCO World Heritage site and the strongest single link to Guangdong overseas emigration history, which makes this itinerary a favourite for family-root groups.
Highlights
- Kaiping diaolou and Chikan old town
- Foshan Ancestral Temple and martial arts heritage
- Chen Clan Academy in Guangzhou
- Zhuhai coast and bridge viewpoint
- Sun Yat-sen heritage in Zhongshan
Suggested itinerary
| Day | Programme |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Guangzhou arrival; evening at leisure. |
| Day 2 | Guangzhou: Chen Clan Academy, Shamian Island, Canton Tower. |
| Day 3 | Kaiping: Zili village diaolou cluster, Chikan old town. |
| Day 4 | Foshan: Ancestral Temple, Lingnan Tiandi, Qinghui Garden. |
| Day 5 | Zhongshan and Zhuhai: Sun Yat-sen Former Residence, Fisher Girl, Lovers Road. |
| Day 6 | Return to Guangzhou for departure. |
What is included
- 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
- Private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide
- Diaolou site entrance tickets
Good to know
- Kaiping is about 2 hours by road from Guangzhou; the drive is part of the day.
- Family-history research assistance can be arranged for overseas Chinese groups.
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