A Taste of Summer: Lychee Picking Tour: UNESCO Village & Streams | Guangzhou & Shenzhen Day Trip

Overview

Savor the soul of a Guangdong summer on this exclusive private day trip. Journey to the heart of lychee country to taste sun-ripened fruit straight from the branch, wander the poetic lanes of a UNESCO-awarded ancient village, and cool your feet in a crystal-clear mountain stream. This is a sensory escape that combines the thrill of harvest, the wonder of history, and the pure bliss of nature.

Join a private tour from Guangzhou or Shenzhen to pick fresh lychees, explore a UNESCO village & cool off in mountain streams. Book your sweet escape!

Highlights

• Orchard-to-Table Lychee Tasting: In the famed "Land of Lychees," enjoy an all-you-can-eat experience, picking and savoring the freshest, juiciest fruit directly from the tree.
• Step into a Living Poem: Explore the UNESCO-recognized Qiangang Village, where imperial history and stunning architecture tell the story of the legendary "Red Dust" lychee couriers.
• A Natural Mountain Stream: Escape the heat with a refreshing stream trek. Wade in cool, pristine waters flowing from a nature reserve, discover mini-waterfalls, and experience the local ritual of chilling fruit in the stream.
• Seamless Private Journey: Relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with your expert English-speaking guide, ensuring a comfortable and insightful day from start to finish.

Itinerary (10 hours)

Breakfast ㄨ Lunch ㄨ Dinner ㄨ

Your Day Begins: Convenient Departures

Your private guide will meet you at your chosen location to embark on your summer adventure.

• Guangzhou Departure: 8:00 AM at Guangdong Yingbin Hotel (603 Jiefang North Road. Exit I2, Gongyuanqian Station, Metro Line 1/8).
• Shenzhen Departure: 7:30 AM at Exit 15, Futian Station (near Civic Center North Plaza underground parking).

Morning – The Sweetness of the Harvest

9:30-10:30 AM The Ultimate Lychee Experience

We arrive in Conghua, the heartland of China’s lychee country. Here, amidst sun-drenched orchards, you'll be surrounded by the sweet perfume of ripe fruit. This is your chance to learn about different lychee varieties and enjoy the simple, profound pleasure of picking them yourself.

Taste the juicy, translucent flesh seconds after it leaves the branch—a flavor you'll never forget.

10:40-11:40 AM Qiangang Ancient Village Tour

Walk the very paths where Tang Dynasty messengers once galloped to deliver fresh lychees to the imperial court. This beautifully preserved village, a recipient of the prestigious UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation, is a maze of ancestral halls and iconic "wok-ear" houses. Your guide will bring to life the famous poem it inspired, connecting you to a story of passion, power, and fruit.

Lunch Break (Self-arranged)
Dine at leisure in the ancient village. Please inform us in advance of any dietary preferences.

Afternoon – A Cool Stream Side Escape

14:00-16:30 PM Creek Walk at Danfeng Bridge (“丹枫廊桥”)

Escape the afternoon heat as we venture to a shaded oasis. Here, a gentle stream with crystal-clear water from a protected nature reserve awaits. We'll embark on a light, refreshing walk along and in the shallow water, discovering terraced pools and small, cascading waterfalls. We’ll even try a classic Lingnan summer ritual: chilling our fresh lychees in the invigorating spring water before eating them. It's the perfect, blissful end to our adventure.

Return Journey

We will begin our comfortable journey back to your original departure point in Guangzhou or Shenzhen, filled with the sweet tastes and cool memories of the day

Shenzhen departures will early wrap-up 30 mins with return.

Include

• All listed activities & entry fees
• Private AC transport
• English guide
  
• Lychee culture handbook (EN/CN)
• Bottled water
  

Exclude

• Lunch
• Personal purchases
• Gratuities

Additional Information

1. Available only from June 15 – July 20 (lychee season).
2. Not suitable for children under 4 or those with mobility limitations.
3. Pregnant participants not recommended.
4. River trek may be adjusted in case of rain.
5. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers.
6. Essentials to Bring: Water shoes, waterproof backpack, and sun protection.
7. Itinerary may adjust based on lychee harvest conditions or weather.
8. Minimum of 2 guests required (solo travelers welcomed and matched).

Confirmation Detail

You'll get confirmation within 8 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, please reach out to our customer support (support@realchinatrip.com).

Cancellation policy

1. Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
2. Flexible, no-questions-asked cancellation accepted.