Qingdao Nature & Outdoor

Qingdao Nature & Outdoors

Laoshan Hiking · Golden Beach · Island Photography · Sunrise & Sunset, Four Days Between Mountains and Sea

4 Days 3 NightsQingdao920 – 1,320 USD

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Overview

Trip Overview

Qingdao's mountains and sea deserve four unhurried days. This trip takes you up Laoshan's Julang Peak for sunrise, through the Beijiushui stream valley, onto Golden Beach for wave-treading, and to Lingshan Island or Xiaomai Island for seascape photography. Every day has hiking and photo time, with a relaxed pace for travelers who want to measure Qingdao's nature on foot.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Summit Laoshan's Giant Peak for Sunrise and Sea of Clouds
✓Hike the Beijiushui Stream Valley, See Nine Waters and Eighteen Pools
✓Paddle in the Waves, Play in the Sand, and Watch the Sunset at Golden Beach
✓Seascape Photography at Lingshan Island or Xiaomai Island
✓See Lion Peak and Mitian Cave at Laoshan's Yangkou
✓Watch Sunrise and Reefs at Shilaoren Beach
✓See Red-Tiled Fishing Harbor and Sea Views at Qingshan Fishing Village
✓Seaside Camping or Stargazing Photography Experience

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYQingdao

Arrival and Golden Beach Sunset

BreakfastNot included · Suggested to arrange meals on your own at the hotel

MorningArrive in Qingdao, head to the hotel for check-in, and organize your gear.

LunchIncluded · Downtown restaurant · Light meal

AfternoonHead to Golden Beach to paddle in the waves, play in the sand, and stroll along the shore, enjoying Qingdao's finest soft beach.

DinnerIncluded · Golden Beach seafood restaurant · Seafood feast

EveningWatch the sunset at Golden Beach, have a seafood feast for dinner, then return to the hotel to rest.

TransportBusiness vanStay4-star hotel in downtown Qingdao

2DAYQingdao

Laoshan Beijiushui Hiking

BreakfastIncluded · At the hotel · Breakfast included

MorningHead to the Laoshan Beijiushui Scenic Area and begin a stream-valley hike to see Nine Waters and Eighteen Pools and the forest waterfalls.

LunchIncluded · Inside Beijiushui Scenic Area · Light meal

AfternoonContinue hiking to Chaoyin Waterfall and Diangang Bay, taking photos and resting along the way while enjoying the cool of Laoshan.

DinnerIncluded · Laoshan farmhouse feast · Laoshan mushroom stewed chicken

EveningReturn to downtown, have a Laoshan farmhouse meal for dinner, and rest early to prepare for the next day's sunrise.

TransportBusiness van + walkingStay4-star hotel in downtown Qingdao

3DAYQingdao

Laoshan Giant Peak Sunrise and Yangkou

BreakfastIncluded · At the hotel · Breakfast included

MorningGet up early and head to Laoshan's Giant Peak, summit to see the sunrise and sea of clouds, and photograph the panoramic mountain-and-sea view.

LunchIncluded · Inside Yangkou Scenic Area · Light meal

AfternoonMove on to the Yangkou Scenic Area, climb Lion Peak, explore Mitian Cave, and overlook the Yellow Sea's rocky coast.

DinnerNot included · Near Shilaoren · Meals on your own; seafood recommended

EveningReturn to downtown and enjoy free time; recommended to go to Shilaoren Beach to see the sunset and reefs.

TransportBusiness van + walkingStay4-star hotel in downtown Qingdao

4DAYQingdao

Island photography and return trip

BreakfastIncluded · In-hotel · Breakfast included

MorningHead to Lingshan Island or Xiaomai Island to photograph sea views, reefs, and fishing village scenery (subject to ferry schedule and weather).

LunchIncluded · Qingshan Fishing Village · Fisherman's banquet

AfternoonVisit Qingshan Fishing Village to see the red-tiled fishing port, photograph sea views and fishermen's daily life, then return to the city.

DinnerNot included · City area · On your own

EveningFree time; seaside cafe for sunset recommended, then airport/train station transfer.

TransportBusiness vehicle + boat (depending on itinerary)StayNone (returning same day)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Qingdao	4-star hotel in Qingdao city area	4-star	Standard twin room	3 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

Golden Beach

Qingdao's finest and softest beach, a sunset hotspot.

Laoshan Beijiushui

Laoshan stream valley hike, Nine Waters and Eighteen Pools.

Laoshan Jufeng

Laoshan's main peak, with sunrise, sea of clouds, and panoramic mountain-sea views.

Laoshan Yangkou

Lion Peak and Mitian Cave, overlooking the Yellow Sea reefs.

Lingshan Island

An island off the coast of Qingdao, with sea views and fishing village photography.

Qingshan Fishing Village

Red-tiled fishing port and sea views, fisherman's charm at the foot of Laoshan.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Seaside camping experience	Qingdao	Camping by Golden Beach or the Laoshan seaside, including tent and barbecue.	CNY	Price negotiable	Advance reservation required
Starry sky photography guide	Qingdao	Accompanied by a professional photographer, guiding starry sky and sea-view photography.	CNY	Price negotiable	Suitable for photography groups

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

4-star hotel in Qingdao city area for 3 nights (breakfast included)
Private business vehicle throughout with Chinese-speaking driver-guide
Attractions listed in the itinerary: Golden Beach, Laoshan Beijiushui, Jufeng, Yangkou, Lingshan Island ferry ticket
Meals listed in the itinerary: 3 breakfasts and 4 main meals
Laoshan shuttle bus and cable car (if applicable)
Travel accident insurance and daily bottled water per person

Not Included

Round-trip major transportation to/from Qingdao (flight/high-speed rail)
Personal expenses and extra hotel charges
Optional add-on activities and late-night snacks not included in the itinerary
Single room supplement
Tour guide gratuities (suggested CNY 50 per person per day)
Additional expenses caused by force majeure
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and meals not listed

Notes

Good to Know

This product is a private customized small group tour, minimum 2 people, and the itinerary can be slightly adjusted on request.
Laoshan Jufeng and Beijiushui require real-name reservations in advance, so please provide accurate names and ID information.
Ferry services to Lingshan Island are affected by weather; if sailings are suspended, the itinerary will be adjusted.
For hiking routes, please wear non-slip shoes and bring enough drinking water and sun protection.

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