A two-day, one-night trip to sunny Zhaoqing, enjoying lakes, mountains, ancient sites, and urban charm!

Day 1: Guangzhou → Zhaoqing (Dinghu Mountain + Song Dynasty City Wall) Morning · Departure: Take the high-speed train from Guangzhou South Station to Zhaoqing East Station (about 1 hour), then take a taxi to the hotel; if driving, the whole trip takes about 1.5 hours. · Accommodation recommendation: Prioritize staying near Dinghu Mountain Scenic Area or close to the Song Dynasty ancient city wall area for convenient sightseeing. Dinghu Mountain (one of the Four Famous Mountains of Lingnan) · Ticket price about ¥70, it is recommended to buy the scenic area shuttle bus ticket for ¥20 (round trip) to save energy and make it easier. · Baoding Garden: Experience throwing blessing balls (it is recommended to buy blessing balls outside the scenic area for better prices). · Feishui Pool: A quiet waterfall, once a swimming spot of Mr. Sun Yat-sen, especially refreshing in summer. · Qingyun Temple: A famous Buddhist temple where you can enjoy vegetarian dishes. · Butterfly Valley: Requires an additional boat ticket of ¥35 to explore the primeval forest secret area with pleasant scenery. Noon · Lunch: You can have vegetarian dishes at Qingyun Temple or choose farmhouse cuisine at the foot of the mountain. Recommended dishes include mountain water tofu and Zhaoqing wrapped steamed rice dumplings. Afternoon · Song Dynasty City Wall (free admission): · Piyun Tower: A landmark building of the ancient city, recommended to visit before dusk; the lights at sunset make the scenery especially charming. · Zhaoqing Qilou Street: Stroll along the retro street, take photos with the "Duanzhou" and "Zhaoqing" character walls, and taste authentic local snacks along the way. Evening · Optional night tour of Star Lake: Take the water bus (about ¥5) to enjoy the light show; please check operating hours in advance. · Qixingyan Archway: There is a music fountain show every night around 8:00 PM (free, closed on Mondays). Day 2: Zhaoqing (Qixingyan) → Guangzhou Morning · Qixingyan Scenic Area (recommended 3–4 hours): · Ticket price about ¥70; the scenic area is large, and sightseeing buses are available (one way ¥15). · Main spots to visit: Bald cypress forest (mist spray time 10:00–16:30, every half hour), Peach Blossom Island (best bloom from February to March), Iron Chain Bridge, Stone Chamber Rock, Longyan Cave (boat ride about ¥20), Tianzhu Rock (climb for lake views), etc. Noon · Lunch: Enjoy farmhouse flavors near Qixingyan. Afternoon · Return trip: · High-speed train: Return from Dinghu East Station to Guangzhou South Station (about 30 minutes). · Driving: Return via Guangfozhao Expressway, about 2 hours. Travel Tips 1. Transportation: There is some distance between attractions; self-driving or taking taxis is recommended. 2. Tickets: Tickets for Qixingyan and Dinghu Mountain are about ¥70 each; you can follow the "One-Click Tour Star Lake" WeChat public account to purchase discounted combo tickets or annual passes. 3. Food recommendations: Don’t miss wrapped steamed rice dumplings and tea oil chicken. 4. Seasonal tips: Take precautions against mosquitoes and sunburn in summer; spring and autumn have more comfortable weather. Wishing you a fulfilling and pleasant weekend in Zhaoqing!