Xiapu 2-Day Tour: Chase the Sunrise, Eat Seafood, Photograph Stunning Tidal Flats!

### **🚗 Transportation Guide** - **High-speed Rail**: Direct to Xiapu Station, 15-minute taxi ride to downtown - **Self-driving**: About 2.5 hours from Fuzhou/Wenzhou - **Local Transportation**: Charter car (about 300 yuan/day) or rent electric scooter (50 yuan/day) --- ### **📅 Classic 2-Day Itinerary** **Day 1: Tidal Flat Photography + Fishing Village Sunset** - **05:00** Beiqi Tidal Flat (sunrise and light effects) - **09:00** Xiaohao Beach (colorful tidal flats) - **15:00** Dongbi Village (popular homestays + sunset viewing platform) - **18:00** Seafood dinner in Sansha Town **Day 2: Culture + Nature** - **08:00** Yangjixi (Banyan and Maple Park, Tyndall effect) - **12:00** Banyueli She Ethnic Ancient Village (intangible cultural heritage oil-paper umbrellas) - **15:00** Xiaqingshan Bridge (spectacular view of sea fishing rafts) --- ### **🍜 Must-try Food Recommendations** 1. **Minnan Paste** (Sansha classic snack, sweet potato starch + seafood) 2. **Oyster Omelet** (recommended restaurant: "Taste of Xiapu") 3. **Razor Clams** (salt-baked/steamed, rich and delicious meat) 4. **Large Yellow Croaker** (braised/steamed, most authentic in Sansha Town) 5. **Rice Dumplings** (Xiapu special breakfast, thin skin with fresh filling) **🔥 Night Market Recommendation**: Taikang Road Seafood Food Stalls (eat until full for 80 yuan per person) --- ### **⚠️ Tips to Avoid Pitfalls** 1. **Weather is King**: Tidal flats look dull on cloudy days, check weather forecast before departure 2. **Car Rental Traps**: Confirm if gas/driver's meals are included 3. **Seafood Traps**: Ask prices at food stalls first, avoid vague "market price" quotes 4. **Photography Tips**: Secure your spot at Beiqi tidal flats by 4 AM, bring telephoto lenses --- ### **🏡 Accommodation Suggestions** - **High-end Option**: Shijian Hai Homestay in Dongbi Village (popular cliff-edge swimming pool) - **Value Option**: Hotels in Xiapu County (200-300 yuan/night, convenient for dining) **🌊 Best Seasons**: April-June (seaweed season) & September-November (clear autumn weather)