2-Day 1-Night Tour of Qinhuangdao | Winter Love Song at Beidaihe's Orange Sea

| Winter Love Song at Beidaihe's Orange Sea. The winter sea at Beidaihe is like frozen poetry and flowing art. When morning light reddens the sea surface, orange ripples soften the northern chill. This two-day, one-night budget guide helps you encounter the most healing romance of Bohai Bay with the lightest footsteps. Day 1: Chasing a Golden Sunset at Tiger Stone Beach After arriving at Beidaihe in the afternoon, head to Tiger Stone Beach (free admission). Around 4:30 PM, the sunset gilds the reefs amber. Waves gently lap against the stone walls as fishing boats return to harbor, their silhouettes merging with the twilight. On clear days, the sunset bathes the entire orange sea in a glow—a perfect wallpaper straight from your phone camera. Overnight: Cozy Guesthouse near Dove's Nest Choose the "Sea Time" guesthouse near Dove's Nest (150 yuan/night in low season), just a 5-minute walk to the seaside. The host's homemade seafood porridge is both warming and affordable, and from the windowsill, you can glimpse the sea at dawn. Day 2: Ice Sea Wonderland · Private Sunrise at the Deserted Orange Sea In the early morning, head to Sea and Sky Beach to enjoy the poetic dawn in solitude. Avoid the crowds at Dove's Nest and walk 10 minutes from the guesthouse at 6:30 AM to a hidden gem—Sea and Sky Beach (free). Few tourists visit here, where the ice-covered sand resembles a spilled Milky Way. Around 7:10 AM, the horizon turns orange-pink, with ice reflecting golden fragments of light. Walking on the icy sand feels like stepping on stars. Occasional seagulls cross the skyline, and a simple click of the shutter captures the spectacular scene of "ice sea merging with the sky." As the sun rises in the east, a boat appears on the horizon, with the red sun slowly ascending behind it—a breathtaking moment. Location Guide: Walk east along the coastal boardwalk from the guesthouse, passing through a pine forest (ask the host for specific directions). In the morning, visit Shanhaiguan Ancient City to touch the boundary between the Great Wall and the sea. Take bus No. 34 at 9:30 AM to Laolongtou (Old Dragon's Head, 50 yuan admission). Standing where the Great Wall meets the sea, watch the desolate winter waves crash against the base of Chenghai Tower—a stunning intersection of historical significance and natural power. Remnants of snow remain in the shadowed parts of the wall, creating dramatic photos with every shot. In the afternoon, visit Qinhuang Alley. Before returning at 12:30 PM, rush to Qinhuang Alley Night Market. The 5-yuan palm leaf cakes are crispy outside and chewy inside, while the 10-yuan charcoal-grilled squid is fresh and tender. Compared to the bustling Liuzhuang Night Market, this place has more authentic local flavor. Highlights and Practical Tips Excellent Value: About 300 yuan per person for two days (including food, accommodation, and transportation), with off-season discounts on tickets and hotels. Photography Guide: The light is softest half an hour before and after sunrise; wear light-colored clothing for better atmosphere in photos; at Laolongtou, use a wide-angle lens to capture the magnificent convergence of the sea and the Great Wall. Staying Warm: The seaside feels about 5°C colder than downtown, so bring gloves, scarves, and non-slip shoes; attach hand warmers to the back of your phone to prevent low-temperature shutdown. Winter in Beidaihe is a verse of the orange sea, a whisper of icy waves, and a sanctuary for travelers' hearts. When the city's noise is blown away by sea breezes, you'll understand—romance isn't in distant places but in every moment embracing nature.