Shanghai Xisha Wetland One-Day Tour Complete Itinerary

Travel Check-in One-Day Guide: 08:00-09:30 Depart for the Wetland - Transportation: Metro Line 1 → Wenshui Road Station (Exit 3), transfer to Shen-Chong-San Line (about 1.5 hours) to South Gate Bus Station, then taxi 20 minutes directly to the scenic area (taxi fare about 30 RMB) - Tip: Self-driving is more flexible 🚗, about 1.5 hours from downtown, convenient parking at the scenic area 10:00-12:00 In-depth Wetland Exploration - Route: Entrance → Reed Marsh Boardwalk 🌾 → Tidal Viewing Point 🌊 → Redwood Core Area 🍁 - Activities: Walk slowly along the wooden boardwalk, avoid crowds by going deeper inside, around 11 AM the light is soft, redwood reflections are clearest, perfect for portrait photos; if lucky, catch the 10:30 wild goose release show, a spectacular scene 👀 12:00-13:30 Lunch Time · Unlock Wetland Specialty Cuisine - Recommended Restaurants: "Qin Dajie Farmhouse" near the scenic area (10-minute walk) or "Mingzhu Lake Waterfront Restaurant" inside the scenic area - Must-try Signature Dishes: 1. Claypot Mingzhu Lake Fish Head 🐟: Shanghai famous dish, fresh fish caught and stewed on the spot, broth simmered for hours, tender fish meat without fishy smell 2. Chongming Free-Range Chicken Soup 🥘: freshly slaughtered live poultry, golden rich broth, firm and juicy meat 3. Braised Lamb 🥩: Chongming winter special, rustic cooking locks in original flavor, warming and appetizing 4. Chongming Cake 🥧: classic snack, soft, glutinous, and sweet, available in original or rose imprint versions 5. Stir-fried Seasonal Vegetables 🥬: farm-supplied golden silk melon and malantou, sweet and refreshing to cleanse the palate - Average Cost: 60-80 RMB per person, generous portions with great value 13:30-16:30 Continue Sightseeing + Sunset Photography - Highlight: After 3 PM, head to the west side of the redwood forest to wait for the sunset 🌇, the sunset casts a golden-red glow on the redwoods, combined with the distant Yangtze River view, perfect for a top social media photo - Bonus: Experience a wetland boat tour, cruising through the dawn redwood forest, with complimentary tea or coffee, enjoy the scenery in comfort ☕ 16:30-18:00 Return Trip - Self-driving: Navigate directly back, avoid evening rush hour - Public Transport: Taxi to South Gate Bus Station, take Shen-Chong-San Line back to the city (last bus at 18:30, don’t miss it!) 📌 Essentials Checklist - Clothing: Warm jacket + light-colored innerwear + scarf 🧣, wear non-slip sports shoes - Items: Camera, power bank, sunscreen, sunglasses (winter sun is glaring), some snacks and water - Others: ID card (no ticket required but may be checked), trash bag (to protect the wetland environment) This itinerary offers beautiful scenery and authentic flavors, with a relaxed pace that’s perfect for a weekend outing with family and friends~