As the 15th National Games of China approach, Guangdong warmly welcomes guests from across the country. To help visitors experience the province's charm, the Department of Culture and Tourism has launched 23 distinctive city routes, including Maoming's "Vibrant Maoming · A Rendezvous with Mountains and Sea" one-day tour, featuring Nanhai Island, Datang Lychee Village, and Haoxin Lake at the Open-Pit Mine.
Maoming Haoxin (好心) Sculpture
This route offers a true "essence tour," connecting four of Maoming's signature attractions: enjoy the vast blue sea and silver sands at Nanhai Tourist Island, explore fishing harbor culture at Danjia Xu, marvel at the "Blue Tears" lake reborn from an open-pit mine, and breathe in the sweet fragrance of lychee culture at Datang Lychee Village. It's a one-day journey through Maoming's coast, mountains, and heritage—enhanced with exclusive perks and limited-time surprises for the 15th National Games.
Itinerary:
Assembly Point: Hotels in Maoming city / 15th National Games shuttle stops
On-board Commentary: Learn how Maoming evolved from an "Oil City" to a "Green City," and discover the eco-friendly design of the Games venues.
Nanhai Tourist Island · China First Beach
Coastal Vibes: Stroll along China's First Beach and enjoy a guided beachcombing experience (tools provided).
Games Exclusive: Try beach volleyball in a dedicated area—mini tournaments available by booking.
Golden Beach at sunset
Danjia Xu (Fisherfolk Market), Yanjing Ridge
Route: Boardwalk→Summit Lighthouse→Fishing Port Viewing Platform→Tangxia Danjia Xu
Exclusive Service: Free hiking poles/binoculars (upon presenting 15th National Games of China credentials).
Danjia Xu–A marketplace brimming with fishing culture and folk traditions
Lunch: China First Beach Restaurant
Highlights: Sand Ginger Braised Cuttlefish, Sea Urchin Fried Rice, Steamed Fish with Canned Olives
Games Special: "Champion Energy Meal" — a low-fat, high-protein option
Open-pit Mine Ecological Park
Lakeside Cycling: Tandem bikes with insurance, stopping at three photo spots
Museum Interaction: AR oil mining scenes accessible via QR code scanning
Cycle through the Open-Pit Mine Ecological Park and immerse yourself in nature's beauty.
Immersive Tour of Datang Lychee Village
First Stop: China Lychee Expo Museum
Global Lychee AR Map (scan QR code to interact).
Gaozhou Lychee Museum
Second Stop: Baiqiao Ancient Lychee Garden
Experience: “Ancient Tree Treasure Hunt” — scan QR codes to hear tree stories
Third Stop: Baiqiao Lychee-Themed Service Area
Photo Spots: “Lychee Stone” Dome, 660m Landscape Sky Bridge
Experiences: 8-minute Lychee VR Theater, “Champion Sales” livestream, and specialty shop (freeze-dried lychee, lychee craft beer, etc.)
Dinner: Baiqiao Service Area
Lychee Banquet: Lychee Wood Roasted Chicken, Lychee & Cordyceps Soup, Feizixiao Lychee Prawn Balls, Lychee Bamboo Rice
The brilliantly lit Baiqiao Service Area on the Baomao Expressway
Return: Maoming City / 15th National Games Athletes' Village
From the vast sea to the reborn mine and the sweetness of lychee orchards, this Maoming day tour is full of surprises!
During the 15th National Games, don't miss this hidden gem route — where mountains, sea, and lychee villages create your most unforgettable Guangdong memory.
Reporter: Zhou Liang
Photo: Huang Wenjun, Yang Xifan, Li Da
Editor: Liu Lingzhi, James Campion, Shen He
