Qiandao Lake 3-Day Budget Travel Guide

Trip Highlights:

Immersive experience of Qiandao Lake’s mountain and water scenery
Taste authentic local lake seafood
Enjoy a light luxury accommodation experience
Budget-friendly with high cost performance

Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive at Qiandao Lake, check into the hotel, and enjoy the lake and mountain views

Morning: Take a high-speed train or drive from your departure point to Qiandao Lake, preferably departing in the morning and arriving by noon.
Noon: Upon arrival at Qiandao Lake, check into your hotel. Recommended hotels include Qiandao Lake Greentown Resort Hotel or Qiandao Lake Kaiyuan Resort, both located lakeside with excellent lake views.
Afternoon: After a short rest at the hotel, take a walk by the lake nearby to appreciate the lake and mountain scenery and experience the tranquility and beauty of Qiandao Lake.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at the hotel, recommended local specialties include Qiandao Lake organic fish head soup and steamed white fish.

Accommodation budget: 1000 RMB/night * 2 nights = 2000 RMB
Meal budget: Lunch 100 RMB/person, Dinner 200 RMB/person, total 300 RMB
Transportation budget: Round-trip high-speed train 500 RMB/person (example from Hangzhou), local taxi 100 RMB, total 600 RMB
Day 2: Boat tour of Qiandao Lake and island sightseeing

Morning: After breakfast, head to the Qiandao Lake boat dock and take a boat tour. It is recommended to choose the central lake area boat tour to enjoy the most iconic island scenery of Qiandao Lake.
Noon: Have lunch on the boat, sampling the simple meals provided onboard.
Afternoon: Choose 1-2 islands of interest to disembark and explore, recommended islands include Meifeng Island, Moonlight Island, and Longshan Island. Each island has unique features, offering different natural and cultural sights.
Evening: Return to the hotel and have dinner at the hotel or a nearby restaurant.

Boat tour budget: Central lake area boat tour 200 RMB/person
Meal budget: Breakfast 50 RMB/person, Lunch 100 RMB/person, Dinner 200 RMB/person, total 350 RMB
Other budget: Island entertainment activities 200 RMB/person
Day 3: Cycling or hiking to experience the natural beauty of Qiandao Lake

Morning: After breakfast, choose to cycle or hike to deeply experience the natural beauty of Qiandao Lake. Recommended routes include cycling the Qiandao Lake ring greenway or hiking in the Qiandao Lake forest oxygen bar.
Noon: During cycling or hiking, stop at a farmhouse restaurant for lunch and taste local farmhouse dishes.
Afternoon: Depending on your return schedule, you can buy some local specialties in Qiandao Lake town, such as Qiandao Lake dried fish and hickory nuts, then head to the high-speed train station or drive back.

Meal budget: Breakfast 50 RMB/person, Lunch 100 RMB/person, total 150 RMB
Other budget: Cycling or hiking rental fee 100 RMB/person, specialty purchases 200 RMB
Total budget: Approximately 4800 RMB (can be adjusted flexibly according to actual conditions)
Travel Tips:

The peak tourist seasons at Qiandao Lake are spring and autumn. It is recommended to avoid holidays for a better travel experience.
The weather at Qiandao Lake can change significantly, so check the weather forecast before traveling and prepare rain gear and sun protection.
Boat schedules at Qiandao Lake are frequent, but it is recommended to book in advance, especially during peak season.
There are many accommodation options at Qiandao Lake, so choose a hotel or guesthouse that fits your budget and needs.

Optional Upgrades:

If your budget allows, you can choose to stay at more luxurious hotels such as Qiandao Lake Anlu Hotel or Qiandao Lake Intercontinental Resort.
You can also try more exciting water activities like kayaking or jet skiing.

Hope this guide helps you plan a perfect trip to Qiandao Lake!