7-day Xinyi Ancestral Roots Festival + Pearl River Delta Culinary Tour

This route is specially designed for those visiting Xinyi Gaoyao for family visits, ancestral worship, and tracing roots. Over the course of 7 days, we can experience the ancestral hometown clan culture and Foshan Lingnan folk customs, the World Heritage Site Kaiping Diaolou cluster, enjoy charming rural scenery, and savor delicious Cantonese cuisine.

A suggested 7-day itinerary：

Date	tourist attraction
D1 Guangzhou Entry – Xinyi (Gaozhou)	Travel to your ancestors’ hometown and meet relatives there.
D2 Xinyi-Gaozhou	ancestral hall rituals, tracing one’s ancestry, clan interactions
D3 Gaungzhou-Kaiping-Jiangmen	Zili Village watchtowers + Chikan Ancient Town, Tianxia Grain Store bookstore, Jiangmen’s Thirty-three Market Streets
D4 Jiangmen-Foshan-Shunde	Foshan Ancestral Temple, Lingnan New World, Qinghui Garden, SF Express Grand Archway, popular Fisherman’s Wharf
D5 Shunde-Qingyuan	Fengjian Water Village, Flower Town, Yellow Dragon Gorge Sky Gate Suspension Bridge Light Show
D6 Qingyuan-Guangzhou	The exterior of the slender waist – Canton Tower, Haixinsha Island, Huacheng Square, New Xijibaiwan, Yongqingfang
D7 leaving Guangzhou	After the trip ends, we will take you to the airport to fly back to your cozy home.

Travel experience：

Tracing roots and honoring ancestors is not just tradition; it is also a bond for the family.

Tracing one’s roots and asking about ancestors is a cultural tradition that has been passed down for thousands of years. It is not only a way to commemorate ancestors but also a reflection of family cohesion.

Experience Guangzhou Haizhu Tram

Enjoy the most beautiful seven-kilometer route, with stunning scenery along the way. For most of the journey, you’ll be driving alongside the Pearl River. You can take the entire trip and get off at your favorite stop on the way back to explore and take photos.

key attractions：

The World Heritage Site of Kaiping Watchtowers, scattered Oriental fortresses in the countryside

Chikan Ancient Town – half is South Seas charm, half is Lingnan misty rain

Here, there are over 600 century-old colonial buildings, known as the ‘awe-inspiring corridor of East-West architectural art.’ Vintage tramcars weave through the ancient banyan trees and colonial buildings, creating a sense of time travel.

The light show on the glass bridge of Huangtengxia Tianmen Suspension Corridor

Foshan Ancestral Temple, an important landmark of Lingnan culture

The Ancestral Temple not only boasts well-preserved ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties but also comprehensively showcases traditional cultures such as Cantonese opera, pottery sculpture, lion dance, and martial arts of Foshan.

Guangzhou Sacred Heart Cathedral

It is the largest church in the Catholic Guangzhou Diocese, one of the most magnificent double-towered Gothic structures still existing in China, and also one of the four fully stone-structured Gothic churches in the world, known as the Notre Dame of the East.

Check-in at business district：

Foshan Lingnan Tian Di, a perfect blend of ancient architecture and modern trends

Crossing through the trendy spot of Ming and Qing dynasties, it is the largest and best-preserved historical and cultural street in Foshan, rich in ancient relics and suitable for street photography.

Guangzhou Yongqingfang: The perfect place to explore Xiguan culture and cuisine

Immerse yourself in the most authentic Old Xiguan experience, featuring typical Xiguan houses, arcade streets, ancient Cantonese opera culture, and a variety of local delicacies. This historically rich area is a must-visit for every tourist exploring the traditional charm of Guangzhou.

tasting gourmet food:

Satisfy your taste buds with the finest Cantonese cuisine.

Explore the culinary capital, the cradle of Cantonese cuisine, Shunde. From roast goose, drunken goose to sashimi and ginger milk pudding, let us help you remember the authentic flavors of Cantonese cuisine.

Enjoy traditional Cantonese dim sum and breakfast tea. Cantonese breakfast tea includes both breakfast and tea drinking.

In the morning, we have specially arranged a popular traditional Chinese restaurant in the local area for you to enjoy authentic Cantonese breakfast and experience the leisurely local lifestyle.

Best Time to Go:

Spring, summer, autumn, and winter; Qingming Festival, Double Ninth Festival. Try to avoid major holidays such as National Day, Chinese New Year, Canton Fair, and ASEAN Expo. Travel during off-peak times for a better experience and to save money!

A detailed itinerary for 7 days：

The following itinerary is for your reference. If you have other needs, we would be honored to arrange professional travel planners for you, who will tailor a personalized itinerary based on your interests, schedule, and budget.

Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Guangzhou – Xinyi (Gaozhou)
Welcome to your ancestral hometown of Xinyi! To ensure a worry-free journey, your personal guide will meet you at the airport arrival hall and then take you by bus to Xinyi, where you will reunite with your hometown relatives.

Dinner arrangements: Dinner
Transportation: Bus
Hotel options:
Xinyi New City International Hotel (4-star)
Xinyi Lotus Lake Wyndham Hotel (5-star)

Day 2: Xinyi to Gaoyao
Today, our main activities include meeting relatives from our hometown, paying respects at the ancestral hall, tracing our ancestry, and interacting with fellow clan members.

Meal arrangement: breakfast
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Guangzhou Vienna International Hotel (4-star)
Guangzhou Panzhou International Grand Hotel (5-star)

Day 3: Gaoyao to Kaiping to Jiangmen
After breakfast today, you bid farewell to your relatives at the hotel and, under the guidance of your personal tour guide and driver, take a bus to Kaiping in the famous overseas Chinese hometown region of Wuyi in Guangdong Province. You will visit the World Heritage site of Zili Village Watchtowers, the Pioneer Tianxia Granary Bookstore, and the ancient town of Chikan.

In the afternoon, take a bus to Jiangmen and visit the Sanshisan Street of Jiangmen. The areas within the district, such as Qimingli, Shizhuangzhijie, Yuyingli, Jiangmen Market, and the arcades, all bear witness to the historical heritage of the overseas Chinese hometown of Jiangmen.

Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch – Kaiping Yellow Eel Rice & dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Jiangmen Jianghai Holiday Inn Express (4-star)
Jiangmen Minguan Hyatt Regency Hotel (5-star)

Day 4: Jiangmen – Foshan – Shunde
After breakfast, head to Foshan, visit the Foshan Ancestral Temple, Lingnan Tiandi, where you can explore the martial arts culture of Foshan at the Wong Fei-hung Memorial Hall and Ip Man Hall.

In the afternoon, we will head to Shunde, an area awarded the title of ‘World Cuisine Capital’ by UNESCO. We will visit Qinghui Garden, the first among Guangdong’s Four Famous Gardens, the Shunfeng Grand Archway, and Huagailu Pedestrian Street.

Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch & dinner – Shunde cuisine

Transportation: bus

Hotel options:

Shunde Rui Tao Hotel (4-star)

Shunde Gordon Hotel (5-star)

Day 5: Shunde to Qingyuan
After breakfast, tour Fengjian Water Village, take a bus to Qingyuan, visit the Flower Town, have lunch, and then go to the Yellow Dragon Gorge Sky Gate Suspension Bridge to watch the light show.

Meal arrangements: breakfast, lunch, and dinner – Hua Hua Aunt’s Qingyuan Chicken
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Qingyuan Meilin International Hotel (4-star)
Hilton Garden Inn (5-star)

Day 6: Qingyuan to Guangzhou
After breakfast today, I was driven to Guangzhou. We visited the Canton Tower, Haixinsha Island, Huacheng Square, Xin Lizhiwan, Yongqingfang, and enjoyed a tram tour. We also strolled along Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street and savored delicious local food, which was absolutely amazing!

Guangzhou Haizhu Tram, this unique line connects Guangzhou Tower with Wanshengwei, known as ‘the most beautiful 7 kilometers in Guangzhou’. The tram starts at Guangzhou Tower Station and ends at Wanshengwei Station.

Meal arrangements: Breakfast & Lunch – Dim Sum at Dian Du De, Dinner – Roast Goose at He Xiang Ju
Transportation: Bus
Hotel options:
Guangzhou Ibis Styles Yongqingfang (4-star)
Guangzhou Poly Holiday Inn (5-star)

Day 7 Departure from Guangzhou
After breakfast, based on your flight time, your dedicated tour guide and driver will take you to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, and then return to your cozy home.

Meal arrangement: breakfast
Transportation: bus

hotel selection：

Recommendation for boutique hotels to enrich your travel experience.

Group Tour Package Pricing：

The price depends on your travel plans, travel dates, number of people, and the hotel and meal requirements you choose.

价格包含：

• travel bus
• Chinese-English bilingual tour guide
• The attractions, hotels, and meals listed on the itinerary.
• Travel insurance
• 24/7 customer service hotline during travel

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