Cultural and Culinary Journey Through Guangzhou, Foshan, and Shunde in October 2025

Day 1: Arrival in Guangzhou

Guangzhou, China on October 18, 2025

9:00pm

Arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

After your international flight arrival, transfer to your accommodation for check-in and rest, preparing for the following days filled with cultural exploration.
Included in flight cost, 1h

10:30pm

Late Dinner at Bingsheng Pinwei

Enjoy a selection of Cantonese dishes emphasizing seafood and poultry, with minimal pork, open until 11pm, located close to central Guangzhou hotels.
CNY150, 1h
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Day 2: Historical Foshan

Foshan, China on October 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Jinsha Restaurant

Start with a traditional Cantonese breakfast featuring dim sum options like shrimp dumplings and chicken congee, avoiding pork, open from 7am.
CNY40, 1h

9:00am

Foshan Ancestral Temple

Explore this centuries-old temple complex that showcases Lingnan architecture and intricate carvings, a key cultural site open from 8am to 5pm.
CNY20, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at Lingnan Tiandi

Dine in a restored historical area offering local Shunde and Cantonese specialties prioritising seafood and chicken dishes, open 11:30am onwards.
CNY100, 1h

1:00pm

Foshan Ceramic Museum

Visit this museum showcasing Foshan’s famous ceramic history and craftsmanship, culturally significant and open from 9am to 6pm.
CNY30, 2h

3:30pm

Qiandeng Lake Scenic Area

Relax by the scenic lake and observe local life and traditional architecture, ideal late afternoon spot to wind down.
Free, 1.5h

6:00pm

Dinner at Shun De Restaurant

Experience classic Shunde cuisine focusing on fresh fish, seafood, and chicken, with minimal pork, open until 9pm.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 3: Shunde Cultural Exploration

Shunde, China on October 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yuling Restaurant

Sample Shunde style rice noodle rolls and steamed seafood buns, avoiding pork, open from 7am.
CNY45, 1h

9:30am

Visit Qinghui Garden

Tour this historic, beautifully landscaped garden displaying classic Lingnan garden architecture; open 8am-5pm.
CNY25, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Baijiahu Noodle

Enjoy Shunde-style fish soup rice noodles, seafood and poultry options, avoiding pork; open 11:30am to 2:30pm.
CNY60, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Shunde Museum

Explore local history exhibits highlighting Shunde’s cultural and culinary heritage, open 9am to 5pm.
Free, 1.5h

3:30pm

Shopping for Local Snacks & Toys at Ronggui Market

Browse this authentic market area for local delicacies and children's toys, capturing the essence of Shunde life.
Varies, 1.5h

6:00pm

Dinner at Longxing Restaurant

Try traditional Shunde seafood dishes featuring fish and chicken with minimal pork content; open until 9pm.
CNY130, 1.5h
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Day 4: Return to Guangzhou - Cultural Highlights

Guangzhou, China on October 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Tao Tao Ju Restaurant

Established Cantonese restaurant serving dim sum and seafood, avoiding pork dishes; open from 7am.
CNY50, 1h

9:00am

Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall

Admire exquisite Cantonese architecture, carvings and cultural artefacts in this historic clan hall, open 8:30am to 5:30pm.
CNY15, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at Bingsheng Pinwei

Return to this local favourite for a variety of Cantonese dishes focusing on seafood and chicken, open 11am to 2pm.
CNY120, 1h

1:00pm

Visit Guangzhou Museum (Zhenhai Tower)

Discover the history of Guangzhou in this museum housed in an ancient tower, open from 9am to 5pm.
CNY10, 1.5h

3:00pm

Shopping for Clothes and Toys at Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street

Experience lively Guangzhou shopping street for clothes, toys and local snacks with a focus on authentic local products.
Varies, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Jiang by Chef Fei (Asian cuisine, seafood focused)

Upscale dinner focusing on Cantonese seafood delicacies and poultry with minimal pork, open until 10pm.
CNY200, 1.5h
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Day 5: Ancient & Modern Guangzhou

Guangzhou, China on October 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Lin Heung Tea House

Traditional dim sum spot with a wide variety of non-pork dim sum and tea, open from 7am.
CNY45, 1h

9:00am

Visit Sacred Heart Cathedral

Explore this Gothic Revival architectural landmark dating back to the late 19th century, open 9am to 5pm.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Visit Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King

Examine fascinating artifacts from the Nanyue Kingdom era, including the tomb of the ancient king, open 9am to 5pm.
CNY12, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Panxi Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Cantonese dishes in a beautiful garden setting, focussing on fish, chicken, and seafood, open from 11am.
CNY110, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Shamian Island

A peaceful historical area with colonial architecture, offering insight into Guangzhou’s foreign trade history, open all day.
Free, 2h

4:30pm

Stroll Pearl River and Canton Tower vicinity

Enjoy scenic views of the Pearl River and the iconic Canton Tower, ideal for photography and light cultural exploration.
Free, 1.5h

6:30pm

Dinner at Tao Tao Ju Restaurant

Return for a dinner rich in Cantonese seafood specialties, featuring locally sourced fish and poultry, open until 9pm.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 6: Further Guangzhou Culture

Guangzhou, China on October 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Tai Wing Wah Restaurant

Traditional Cantonese breakfast specialising in steamed buns, congee with seafood, open from 7:30am.
CNY40, 1h

9:30am

Visit Guangdong Folk Arts Museum

Located in the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, this museum offers rich displays of folk arts and crafts, open 8:30am to 5:30pm.
CNY15, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Haji Zhiyuan Seafood Restaurant

Well-known for fresh seafood dishes and chicken meals, avoiding pork; open from 11:30am to 2:30pm.
CNY130, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Beijing Road Ancient Avenue

Walk this famous commercial pedestrian street, interspersed with archaeological sites, offering shopping for local snacks and traditional toys.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Visit Huacheng Square

Experience Guangzhou’s modern cityscape and public art, a relaxing place before dinner.
Free, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Guangzhou Restaurant

Iconic Cantonese restaurant with a wide range of seafood and poultry dishes, minimal pork, open until 9pm.
CNY140, 1.5h
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Day 7: Final Day in Guangzhou

Guangzhou, China on October 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Xiangxiang Beef Restaurant

Start with beef congee and seafood dim sum, options without pork, open from 7am.
CNY45, 1h

9:30am

Visit Foshan New City Plaza (optional day trip back if desired)

If interested, a short trip for last-minute shopping of clothes and toys, otherwise local exploration near hotel.
Free to CNY50, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Youyuan Restaurant

Local casual dining with seafood and chicken dishes, minimal pork content, open 11am to 2pm.
CNY80, 1h

1:30pm

Relax at Yuexiu Park

Enjoy Guangzhou’s largest park with historic monuments and beautiful scenery, a serene way to spend the afternoon.
CNY10, 2h

4:00pm

Prepare for Departure and Transfer to Airport

Collect your luggage and head to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for your flight at 10pm.
Included in transfer, 2h
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Day 8: Departure

Guangzhou, China on October 25, 2025

10:00pm

International Flight Departure

Board your flight departing Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, concluding your cultural and culinary journey.
Included in flight, N/A
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