Who says Shandong only has pancakes and scallions? This time, let me take you on a premium tour of Qilu's finest routes – Jinan's springs, Tai'an's majestic mountains, Qingdao's sea breeze, Yantai's

Who says Shandong only has pancakes and scallions? This time, let me take you on a premium tour of Qilu's finest routes – Jinan's springs, Tai'an's majestic mountains, Qingdao's sea breeze, Yantai's wines, Weihai's tranquility, and Jining's Confucian culture, all packed into one itinerary!

🚶 Highlights: From the cultural charm of the Spring City to the romantic coastal vibes and the profound heritage of Confucianism, this route lets you experience Shandong's diversity in one go~

Day 1: 【Leisurely Spring City】
📍 Baotu Spring Park (Baotu Spring South Road, Quancheng Road Subdistrict): The top of the three major scenic spots, with soothing spring sounds
📍 Daming Lake (No. 271 Minghu Road): "Your Majesty, do you still remember Xia Yuhe by Daming Lake?"
📍 Qushuiting Street: An old Jinan-style street, try the youxuan (crispy pancake) here
💡 Tips: Jinan's attractions are concentrated in the old town, walking + shared bikes are most convenient

Day 2: 【The Foremost of the Five Sacred Mountains】
📍 Mount Tai Scenic Area (Hongmen Road): Recommended to hike at night for sunrise views, with supply stations at Zhongtianmen
📍 Dai Temple (Dongyue Street): The largest ancient architectural complex on Mount Tai
🍴 Recommended restaurant: Lugaigen (Daizong Street branch) – must-try authentic "Three Delicacies of Mount Tai"

Day 3-4: 【Jiaodong Peninsula Coastline】
📍 Qingdao's Badaguan (Wusheng Pass Road): Red roofs, green trees, blue sea, and sky
📍 Laoshan Scenic Area: The "First Mountain on the Sea," don’t miss Taiqing Palace
📍 Yantai Penglai Pavilion: A fairy-tale coastline, perfect for Hanfu photos
📍 Weihai Liugong Island: The Sino-Japanese War Museum is deeply moving
🍴 Recommendations: Qingdao Yunxiao Road seafood stalls, Weihai Hanlefang Korean food

Day 5: 【Hometown of Confucius】
📍 Qufu's "Three Confucius Sites" (Gulou Street): Combined ticket for Confucius Mansion, Temple, and Forest (¥150)
📍 Nishan Sacred Land (Shengshui Lake North Road): Don’t miss the "Jinsheng Yuzhen" performance
💡 Tips: There are airport shuttles from Jining to Jinan for easy return

🚗 Transportation Guide:
High-speed trains connect cities (Jinan-Tai'an: 17 mins / Qingdao-Yantai: 1.5 hrs)
Some scenic spots have tourist shuttle buses (e.g., direct bus from Mount Tai to Qingdao)

🍜 Food Map:
- Jinan's braised pork (Chaoyixing Fast Food)
- Qingdao beer with spicy clams
- Yantai's menzi (Nanhong Street snacks)
- Weihai's mackerel dumplings
- Qufu's Confucian Mansion banquet

⚠️ Practical Tips:
1. Mount Tai's steps are steep; bring trekking poles.
2. Strong UV at Qingdao's beaches; sun protection is a must.
3. A guided tour is worth it at the Three Confucius Sites.
4. May-October is Shandong's best travel season.
5. Book Qingdao/Weihai seaside hotels early in peak season.