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Day 1: First Encounter with Fuzhou·Ancient Alley Night Charm - Afternoon: Arrive in Fuzhou and check into a hotel in Gulou District (recommended near Dongjiekou Metro Station for convenient transportation). - Evening: Stroll through Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, snap photos with the viral "Heart Tree"❤️, and admire the Ming and Qing dynasty architecture under the lights. - Dinner: Head to Daming Food Street to try local snacks: Yonghe Fish Balls (freshly pounded shark paste), Tongli Rouyan ("meat-wrapped-meat" intangible cultural heritage dish), and peanut soup with taro paste. 🏯 Day 2: Through the Millennia·Cultural Heritage of Mindu - Morning: Explore Three Lanes and Seven Alleys in depth, visit Lin Zexu Memorial Hall (free, featuring the history of the Opium Destruction at Humen) and Yan Fu's Former Residence (Min opera performances). - Afternoon: Hike up Wushan Mountain to discover peculiar rocks, pavilions, and thousand-year-old banyan trees; stop by Fuzhou Confucian Temple (in Zhuzifang area) on the way. - Dinner: Dine at the time-honored Antai Lou to savor Lychee Pork and Buddha Jumps Over the Wall (the crown jewel of Fujian cuisine, approx. ¥150 per person). ⛰ Day 3: Ascend to New Heights·Cultural Yantai - Morning: Take the cable car up Gushan Mountain (¥50 one-way), admire cliff carvings, and visit the thousand-year-old Yongquan Temple (vegetarian meals available). - Afternoon: Wander through Yantai Mountain Historical District, snap photos at Shi Cuo Church and the former U.S. Consulate, and relax at a café; head to Youth Square in the evening for sunset views of Liberation Bridge. - Dinner: Enjoy Fujian-style seafood at Xingxian Restaurant (a must-try on Dianping) in Yantai Mountain Commercial Street. 🌉 Day 4: Riverside Memories·Min River Splendor - Morning: Explore Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural Block, featuring ancient guild halls and picturesque bridges along Sanjie River. - Afternoon: Visit Fujian Provincial Museum (next to West Lake Park, free with reservation, showcasing Dehua white porcelain Guanyin statues). - Night: Take a Min River night cruise (departing from Taijiang Pier, ¥100/person, enjoy light shows along the banks). 🏝 Days 5-6: Pingtan Island·Dream of Blue Tears - Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Pingtan (~1 hour) or rent a car (2 hours). - Highlights: - Tannan Bay: Swim and forage on the fine sandy beach; if visiting between April-August, chase the bioluminescent "blue tears" (higher probability during high tide). - Beigang Village: Explore traditional stone houses and experience the "Singing Stones" workshop. - Xianrenjing: Marvel at sea-eroded caves (¥20 entrance fee); photograph sunset over the wind turbines at Changjiang'ao Wind Farm. - Accommodation: Book a sea-view homestay at Tannan Bay or Longfengtou Beach in advance. 🌿 Day 7: Enchanted Forest·Return Trip - Option A: Visit Fuzhou National Forest Park to see ancient banyan trees and the Aviary, breathing in fresh air (free). - Option B: Drive 1.5 hours to Yongtai Qingyun Mountain for Jiutian Waterfall and Royal Hot Springs (70+ pools). - Souvenirs: Buy jasmine tea and olives at Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, or take home raw Rouyan to cook. --- ⚠️ Practical Tips 1. Transportation: - Metro Line 1 connects Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, Yantai Mountain, and Fuzhou Station; free buses during specific hours on weekends/weekdays. - Rent an e-bike (~¥80/day) to explore Pingtan Island. 2. Food Tips: - Must-try: Laohua (Yi Tu Laohua), Guobianhu (Chaihuo Guobianhu), oyster cakes (Lungong No.1 Fried Buns). - Avoid overpriced Buddha Jumps Over the Wall in tourist areas; try Ju Chun Yuan or Wenru No.9 instead. 3. Heat Precautions: - Schedule outdoor activities before 10 AM or after 4 PM; bring sunscreen and a mini fan. Gushan Mountain and the Forest Park offer shaded, cooler areas. 4. Accommodation: - Downtown: Gulou District (near attractions) or Cangshan District (artsy homestays). - Pingtan: Tannan Bay homestays (ideal for blue tears) or Longfengtou area (better amenities). 💦 Summer Special: July-August offers "Free Metro + Scenic Spot Discount" combo tickets; check "Fuzhou Culture and Tourism" official account for details.