Independent travel in Xuwen (2025): Xuwen 4-day, 3-night expert itinerary planning, covering attractions, and accommodations (updated December)
Contents
- Xuwen+Leizhou trip planning overview
- Day 1
- Xuwen Ancient Port
- Denglou Cape
- South Pole Village
- Day 2
- Chaoxi Village
- Leizhou The Drum City of Modocum Resort
- Sanyuanta Park
- Day 3
- Leizhou West Lake Park
- Leizhou Ancient City
- Jiulongshan Hongshulin National Wetland Park
- Day 4
- Yingfeng Ridge
- The Sea of Pineapple
- Trip Planner
- Recommended independent travel routes
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Explore the latest travel routes for your 4-day, 3-night tour of Xuwen in 2025, featuring comprehensive itinerary planning, a travel checklist, and recommendations for transportation, accommodation, and attractions to ensure an enjoyable trip.
| Date | Itinerary |
| Day 1 | Xuwen Ancient Port->Denglou Cape->South Pole Village |
| Day 2 | Chaoxi Village->Leizhou The Drum City of Modocum Resort->Sanyuanta Park |
| Day 3 | Leizhou West Lake Park->Leizhou Ancient City->Jiulongshan Hongshulin National Wetland Park |
| Day 4 | Yingfeng Ridge->The Sea of Pineapple |
According to the "Han Book", Xuwen Port is the starting port of the maritime "Silk Road". In recent years, a large number of archaeological works have confirmed that the current Xuwen County of Zhanjiang is the location of Xuwen Port. The ruins of Xuwen Ancient Port are located in Erqiao, Nanwan and Shiwei Villages in Wuli Township, southwest of Xuwen County. Since the 1960s, a large number of Han tombs have been discovered in the villages and fields of Huafengling, Dahuang Township, along the southwest coast of Xuwen, and a large number of pottery, steel and beadwork have been unearthed. In November 1993, experts from the Guangdong Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology discovered large-scale Han Dynasty living sites in Erqiao and Shiwei Village, Wuli Township, Xuwen County through large-scale excavations, thus proving that this is the location of Xuwen County and Xuwen Port site in the Han Dynasty. .
Address：400 meters northeast of Dahan Sandun Tourist Area, Nanshan Town, Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| Xuwen Port, namely the site of the ancient Xuwen Port, is located in Erqiao, Nanwan and Shiwei Village in Wuli Township, southwest of Xuwen County. Since the 1960s, a large number of Han tombs have been discovered in villages and fields along the southwest coast of Xuwen, mainly in Huafengling, Dahuang Township, and a large number of pottery, steelware and beads have been unearthed. According to the "Book of Han", Xuwen Port is the starting port of the "Silk Road" on the sea. In recent years, a large number of archaeological works have confirmed that Xuwen County, Zhanjiang is the location of Xuwen Port. Chinese name Xuwen Port Geographic location Wuli Township, southwest of Xuwen County Surrounding attractions Yingdao Lianbi, Shiwei Mangrove, etc. Relics discovery time November 1993 Geographic location Archaeological discovery Natural landscape map information TA said Geographic location In November 1993, experts from the Guangdong Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology discovered a large range of Han Dynasty living sites in Erqiao and Shiwei Village, Wuli Township, Xuwen County through large-scale exploration, thus proving that this is the location of Xuwen County in the Han Dynasty and the site of Xuwen Port. Archaeological discoveries ① The Han Dynasty ancient port living site area is located in the middle and eastern part of Erqiao and Nanwan Village to the north of Shiwei Village, with a strip distribution and an area of about 50,000 square meters. The ruins of the Han Xuwen Castle Wall: Located on the cliff of the high platform in the west of Erqiao Village, Wuli Township, facing Gangtou Bay, with a drop of about ten meters, a total length of more than 500 meters, and a surface area of more than 200,000 square meters. Various Han pottery and tile fragments are scattered on the surface, and obvious rammed earth layers of mud, sand and stone are found on the cliff. Bagua navigation lamp holder: Located on the high cliff of Shiwei Ridge in the north of Shiwei Village, Wuli Township, less than 10 meters from the bay. The seat is carved from a natural boulder, octagonal, 2 meters in diameter and 40 centimeters deep. The octagonal corners are decorated with Bagua patterns. It is a typical navigation lamp holder of the Han and Tang Dynasties. ② The Han Dynasty burial area is located in the back Donggang Ridge of Erqiao Nanwan Village to Nagan Village, mainly single-chamber vaulted tombs and earth pit tombs. Natural landscape ① Yingdao Lianbi: Sandun, formed by three islands in a row on the sea, was called "Xiaolianshan" in ancient times and is one of the eight scenic spots in Zhanjiang. The three small islands form a natural barrier for the ancient port. There are freshwater wells on the islands. The "Xuwen County Chronicles" in the third year of Xuantong in the Qing Dynasty recorded: "There are three piers in front of the sea, and there is a freshwater well called Longquan in the middle. When praying for rain during drought, take a spoonful of water from this well, and sweet rain will come immediately." ② Shiwei Mangrove: Along the Nanshan to Shiwei Weir, the area is more than 1,000 acres, shaded by green trees, and flocks of seabirds. It is famous for producing "Ganxie Eel", "Ganxie Crab", "Sweet Snail" and "Red Minnow". ③ Nanshan Coconut Grove: In Nanshanxia Village, the area is about 20,000 square meters, with coconut breeze and sea rhyme, chicken sounds and thatched houses, and a unique coastal fishing village style. Transportation: Take a bus from Zhanjiang Bus Terminal to Xuwen County, and then transfer or charter a car to go there. Map Information Address: 400 meters northeast of Dahan Sandun Tourist Area, Nanshan Town, Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province |
Dengloujiao is the Dengjiaolou at the southern end of China's mainland. It was built in the 16th year of Guangxu (1890) and is located in Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City. Landmark South Point. French, British, Russian and other imperial powers built their houses here. Today, there are still western-style houses around the lamp corner building, attracting many tourists to visit. Dengloujiao is not only famous as a relic, but the scenery from the tower is full of style. The vastness of smoke, the vast sea and the sky, as far as the eye can see, are full of lush tropical plants, coconut trees, casuarina trees, acacia trees, cacti, bushes, seaweed flowers, mangroves, etc. Unique scenery to enjoy. Sunrise and sunset, standing on the lighthouse, the day passed quietly. When you are lucky, you can also see the peculiar "waves", one after another, rolling in from far away in Hainan, which is truly spectacular. At the same time, large and complete coral reefs are preserved in the sea area of Dengloujiao, which are rich in variety and colorful. Because the coral reefs have the effect of purifying the sea water, the clean sea exudes infinite charm.
Address：Xiajiao, Jiaowei Township, West Coast, Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| Dengloujiao is indeed famous, and the natural scenery is also beautiful! It's just that it's under renovation everywhere, and it feels like there are few parking spaces in the scenic area! The roads are crowded! It should be more beautiful if it is well built and managed! |
The Antarctic Village in mainland China is located in the southwest of Xuwen County, Guangdong Province, surrounded by Qiongzhou Strait and Beibu Gulf.
Address：Jiaowei Township, Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| The southernmost tip of the mainland, this place is worth checking in. It is recommended to go in the morning to see the blue sea and blue sky, and the invincible glass sea. The tide starts to ebb in the afternoon, and it is backlit, so you can't see the blue sea. The coffee under the tree next to it is the best check-in point, the best viewing point for sunrise and sunset. It is recommended to stay for a day, especially suitable for traveling with the whole family. The scenic area is a free attraction. Cars can be parked on the roadside on holidays. There are simple food nearby, mainly snacks. |
Address：Longmen Town, Leizhou City, Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Leizhou Maodegong Drum City Resort is located at No. 8, Wenhua Road, Leizhou City, Zhanjiang, Guangdong. It is the earliest one-stop resort with the theme of "drum" culture in China. It originated from the "Leizhou Drum Exchange", the first of the four wonders in the world. It covers supporting facilities such as Maodegong Drum City, Zhangshuwan Hotel, and Leiyang Lake. It integrates Attraction, homestays, hotels, and travel agencies. It can fully meet the six elements of tourism and vacation: "eating, living, traveling, traveling, entertainment, and shopping". It is currently the earliest and only national 4A-level tourist Attraction in Leizhou. Maodegong Drum City adopts the Lei style of bluestone, red bricks, and red tiles, and refers to the characteristics of Lingnan and the ancient buildings of Ming and Qing dynasties in Leizhou. The drum city covers an area of 62 acres, with a construction area of 63,000 square meters and a total investment of more than 300 million yuan. It was opened on August 23, 2015.
Address：广东省湛江市雷州市文化路8号
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| Leizhou Maudegong Drum City Resort is located at No. 8 Wenhua Road, Leizhou City, Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province. [1] It is the first one-stop resort with the theme of "drum" culture in China. It originated from the "Leizhou Drum Exchange", one of the four wonders in the world. It includes supporting facilities such as Maudegong Drum City, Zhangshuwan Hotel, and Leiyang Lake. It integrates scenic spots, homestays, hotels, and travel agencies. It can fully meet the six elements of tourism and vacation: "eating, living, traveling, sightseeing, entertainment, and shopping". It is the first and only national 4A-level tourist attraction in Leizhou. Maudegong Drum City adopts the Lei style of bluestone, red bricks, and red tiles, and refers to the characteristics of Lingnan and the ancient buildings of Ming and Qing dynasties in Leizhou. |
Address：East of No. 4 Qujie, Leicheng Town, Leizhou City, Zhanjiang City (formerly "South Gate" of Leicheng)
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| Sanyuan Pagoda Park is a free public park in Leizhou City. There is a parking lot at the entrance. It is divided by a city gate tower. Outside is a large leisure and activity area. There are several ancient banyan trees that are two or three hundred years old. There are old people playing cards under the trees, and children playing ball next to them. This kind of scene can be seen everywhere in western Guangdong. Inside is the historic area, mainly Sanyuan Pagoda and Ergong Temple. Sanyuan Pagoda has nine floors on the outside, but seventeen floors inside. It is so old that it is not allowed to climb the tower now. It is said that local students will come here before the exam. Sanyuan and brother, good luck! Ergong Temple enshrines two Chen surnamed Xiangkun who made important contributions to Leizhou. It is a typical Lingnan architectural style. Although the surrounding city walls are not large in scale, you can climb the city and overlook the old city. |
Address：No. 37 Xihu Avenue, Leizhou City, Zhanjiang City
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| Leizhou West Lake Park is an open park, a place for citizens to walk and dance. The West Lake was originally named Luo Lake. When Su Shi was exiled to Hainan, he passed by Leizhou and went boating on the lake with his brother Su Zhe who was also exiled to Leizhou. The West Lake is not big, it is an open park. There are historical sites such as Su Gong Pavilion, Ten Sages Temple, Dragon Palace, etc. in the park. Su Gong Pavilion and Ten Sages Temple are dangerous buildings and cannot be visited. |
The seat of the ancient Leizhou Prefecture, Leizhou has long been known as "the ancient county of Lingnan, the wonder of the northern seas." Its unique Leizhou culture and captivating peninsula scenery create a uniquely endowed tourist attraction. Within the ancient city, guests can find the renowned Leizu Temple, the Three Yuan Pagoda, known as the "Pillar of the Southern Sky," the Ten Sages Temple, the Tang Dynasty-built Tianning Temple, and Qihu Park, a blend of ancient architecture and gardens. Local specialties like pickled cabbage and pork and beef offal are popular with tourists, with the white-cut dog being particularly renowned for its unique flavor.
Address：湛江市雷州市环城路三元塔公园
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| [Scenery] Bluestone, red bricks and red tiles are typical Leizhou style buildings. Inside the magnificent city walls, city towers are interlaced, and there is a large theater in the center of the city. Its architectural form has ancient charm and modern atmosphere, and it has a unique style of the Leizhou Peninsula. |
Address：Near Baolin Temple
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| Zhanjiang Leizhou Jiulongshan National Wetland Park is very suitable for family outings. The vegetation in the park is lush and green, the negative ion air is very fresh, there are waterfalls in the winding paths, and there are basalt geological wonders. There are many surprises along the way, and the ecological civilization education and popular science are very down-to-earth. The old comrades and children in the family like this place very much. They linger and hope to revisit it! |
Address：Northeast side of Yingli Town, Leizhou City, Zhanjiang City
Business hours：Please contact the attraction to confirm specific opening hours
Attraction reviews：
| The air is good, the ancient trees are beautiful, there are all kinds of precious plants, there are fairy caves, dripping caves, and the spring water is sweet, there are temples, sacred cow stones, and beautiful legends. The key is that it is free... Convenient transportation, it is a good place to relax... |
Xuwen County is well-known as the "Hometown of Pineapples in China", and the "Sea of Pineapples" scenic spot formed by the vast pineapple cultivation has become a well-known local agricultural tourism landscape. Hundreds of thousands of acres of pineapples are planted on this red land. When the pineapples are ripe, the ground seems to be covered with gold. Such pure and natural pastoral scenery is also known as "the flower fields of Hokkaido" and "Provence of Europe".
Address：Qujie Town, Xuwen County, Zhanjiang City
Business hours：Open year-round, 24/7
Attraction reviews：
| For Chinese pineapples, look to Guangdong. For Guangdong pineapples, look to Xuwen. Xuwen County is the largest pineapple producing area in China, with a planting area of about 350,000 mu and an annual harvest of more than 700,000 tons, accounting for 40% of the country's pineapple production. |The Sea of Pineapples^ is an outstanding representative of this, integrating new tourism concepts. It is a great place to get close to nature and walk into pineapples. There are many pineapple products here. Pineapple dried pineapples, pineapple slices, pineapple juice and even whole pineapples are must-have specialties. The whole box is also free shipping. The price is really cheap. |
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