2-day Shenzhen Tour from Hong Kong by Train

China Folk Culture Village is the first large folk cultural scenic spot in China, assembling China's most remarkable folk and ethnic arts, customs, and residential buildings of ethnic groups together. Covering a total area of 200,000 square kilometers, it is close to Shenzhen bay and the Miniature Scenic Zone of Splendid China. The guideline of its construction is "from life, higher than life, discarding the dross and selecting the essence". It includes 25 villages of 21 minor nationalities of China, and all these villages are set up at life-size. Visitors can get the knowledge of construction features of each building. They can watch and participate in the folk song and dance shows, and trying ethnic arts and crafts. They can taste ethnic delicacies. They can enjoy performances on Ethnic Arts Square and watch shows of professional level. They can also join the various festival celebrations and appreciate the colorful arts and culture of the 56 nationalities.

In the village, distinctive architectures, colorful festivals and picturesque landscapes are shinning and charming. Traveling around the Drum Towers of Dong Minority, the Stone Houses of Buyei Minority, the Bamboo Houses of Dai Minority, the Yurts of Mongolia Minority, the Wind-rain Bridges in Guizhou and the Stone Bridges in Zhejiang, experiencing all by yourself the Torch Festival of Yi Minority and the Water-sprinkling Festival of Dai Monirity, and taking a walk in the coconut woods of Hainan, in the ancient banyans of Xishuangbanna or in the Stone Forest of Yunnan at the same place and on the same day should be the most pleasant tour.

In addition, more than 80 special and grand live shows about the minority ethnic culture and customs are put on everyday, all of which are the fruits of numerous hard works and painstaking modification. The sophisticated stunts together with the lighting system, acoustics and the tailored stage-costumes make the shows vivid and win great reputations among the audiences.

In the China Folk Culture Village, additional attractions are folk dances, local snacks and handicrafts. You will be able to choose many souvenirs from the variety of diverse designs. The tasty snacks may leave you wanting more of these delicious foods. All in all, after strolling through the adventures in this village, you will have a greater understanding of some of the Chinese cultural groups.

Tips: China Folk Culture Village offers you minibuses or boats to tour. You may also walk to each spots within the China Folk Culture Village.

Opening Hours: 09:00 -- 21:30

Ticket Price:
120 CNY
60 CNY for the kids between 1.1 – 1.4 m, and the people between 65- 69 years
Free for the kids below 1.1 m and the people older than 70 years

Location: Huaqiao Town, Nanshan Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation:
Buses：26, 101, 105, 113, 204, 209, 210, 223, 301, 310, 311, 320 and 370
Mini Buses: 423, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, 434, 439, 442, 450, 451, 453, 455, 456, 462, 465, 483, 502, 507, 511, 514 and 541

Located on the Shenzhen Bay, the Miniature Scenic zone of Splendid China covers a total area of 300,000 m². It is the most colorful, complete and vivid miniature of China's history, art, culture, ancient architecture and folklore of ethnic groups. Almost 100 scenic spots are distributed generally according to the real locations. Here, you can enjoy the miniature of the Great Wall and the Terra-cotta Warriors, the oldest stone arch bridge, the largest imperial palace and Buddha statue, the longest grottoes art corridor, the most magnificent buildings with the highest altitude above sea level in the world. Having viewed the splendid Huangdi Grave, the resplendent Confucius Temple, the magnificent Taishan Mountain and the precipitous Three Gorges, you travel a big part of Chinese history.

Inside the picturesque Lijiang River, various famous pagodas, temples, towers, stone grottoes, residential buildings with ethnic characteristics, Ceremony of Emperor Offering a Sacrifice to Heaven, Wedding Ceremony of Emperor Guangxu, grand ceremony held in Confucius Temple, and folk wedding and funeral activities are a feast of eyes as well. Apart from the cultural sceneries, in Splendid China, distinctive and yummy gourmets from a variety of parts of China and excellent and special souvenirs are the shinning parts.

Miniature Scenic zone of Splendid China enjoys the reputation of a window of China's history, culture and tourism, which greatly fascinates tourists at home. Can it be a destination at your expedition list?

Opening Hours: 09:00 -- 18:00

Ticket Price:
120 CNY
60 CNY for the kids between 1.1 – 1.4 m, and the people between 65- 69 years
Free for the kids below 1.1 m and the people older than 70 years

Location: Huaqiao Town, Nanshan Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation: Bus No. 101, 204, 209,223, 301 and 423 will bring you here.  

Window of the World with a total area of 480,000 square kilometers is the place where makes it possible for you to travel around the whole world on the same day. There are totally 130 scenic spots distributing in nine different parts, all of which are the miniatures of the splendid sceneries all over the world.

In the World Plaza, the magnificent relieve-wall, covering 1680 m², and 6 distinctive gates, standing for various cultures, are showing us how grand the world’s history is.

Along the International Street, architecture of various styles from all over the world and from various periods are the most shinning and charming parts.

In the Asian zone, the luxurious Royal Palace of Japan, the gorgeous holy landscapes of India, the magnificent golden Pagoda of Burma, the spectacular Taj Mahal and the picturesque and mysterious sceneries from around the Asia will make you reluctant to leave.

The marvelous sceneries in Europe zone will offer you a feast of eyes. Miniatures of the cultural relics of the Renaissances, the soft beach along Mediterranean shinning under the pleasant weather, the grand Eiffel Tower and Triumphal Arch, the sacred St. Peter’s Basilica, the outstanding Olympic Mount and towering windmills surrounded by flowers are the members of the wonderland.

Along the world’s longest river, the Nile, shinning pyramids and mysterious Sphinx Statue, the solemn Abu Simbel and the slight Bride’s Veil hanging on the steep cliffs are as attractive as the Sahara Desert.

In the center of the blue ocean, the endearing Sydney Opera House is taking shower under the fountains, while the kangaroos are playing around the Maori’s buildings, which is so harmonious and friendly that you would be touched.

In the beautiful American zone, the Capitol, the White House, the Monument of Washington, together with the Statue of Liberty are surrounded by the prosperous building groups in Manhattan district and the ripple from the gorgeous Niagara Falls.

When night falls, the window of the world will put on the different but gorgeous clothes. Come to experience for different cultures and marvelous sceneries all over the world.

Opening Hours: 9:00 -- 22:30

Ticket Price:
120 CNY
60 CNY for the kids between 1.1 - 1.4 m, and the people between 65- 69 years
Free for the kids below 1.1 m and the people older than 70 years

Location: Huaqiao Town, Nanshan Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation
Buses: 26, 101, 105, 113, 204, 209, 210, 222, 223, 301, 310, 320 and 370；
Mini Buses: 423, 427, 429, 431, 432, 433, 434, 439, 442, 450, 451, 453, 455, 456, 462, 465, 483, 502, 507, 511, 514 and 541

The Xili Lake scenic spot is as adorable and beautiful as a paint, inside which the peaceful lake is reflecting the green mountain and the birds are chirping over the flowers. The architectures along the Xili Lake resort are of antique flavors, elegant and gorgeous, among which the one-kilometer-long corridor surrounding the lake has been enjoying the reputation of the longest corridor in China.

In addition to the terrific scenery of ponds, rockery, pagodas, red walls, pavilions, corridors, bridges and towers, various entertainments are available, such as fishing, kite-flying, bumper cars, shooting, horsing, bowling, golf, diving, swimming, Kara Ok, Sauna and balls, all of which will make you tour colorful and amazing.

The resort, erected in the fall of 1979, was the first to be built following the reform and opening up of China to foreign visitors and was soon to be recognized as Shenzhen's prime scenic spot. The fresh air coupled with its elegant ambience arouses people's desires to take holidays here. The resort also offers the opportunity to cultivate their minds. In 1986, Xili Lake Resort was the chosen venue for the Eighth Asian Table Tennis Championships. Since the 1980s, many of the top Chinese leaders and other celebrities have visited the resort and have been warmly entertained there.

Xili Lake Resort is adjacent to the Safari Park Shenzhen and Shenzhen University City, so it is convenient should you wish to get close to the wild life or enjoy the studious atmosphere of modern university life. In the resort itself you will have no worries about a lack of entertainment programs. Apart from the well-equipped facilities that you would expect to find in a holiday resort, Xili Lake Resort provides visitors with an abundance of activities such as fishing, canoeing, firework displays, swimming, picnicking and other wonderful entertainments.

Xili Lake is a peaceful but amazing resort in the bustling city for you to spend pleasant holiday in peace.

Opening Hours: 8:30 -- 20:30

Ticket Price:
10 CNY
5 CNY for the kids between 1.1 – 1.4 m, and the people between 65-69 years
Free for the kids below 1.1 m and the people older than 70 years

Location: Nanshan Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation: Bus 101, 104, 226, 361, 442, 434, 435 and 201 and the Subway will bring you here. 

Dapeng Fortress with the length of 1200 m and the height of 6 m was built in Ming Dynasty (1364-1644). The Dapeng fortress with thousands of bluestone was of great strategic significance in defense of the invasion of the Japanese pirates, that is where the abbreviation of Shenzhen, Pengcheng City, is derived from.

Covering a total area of 110,000 square meters, Dapeng Fortress is hailed as a huge fossil, from which you can learn a lot about the Chinese history. Splendid ancient gate, the magnificent General mansion, folk houses with antique flavors and old streets paved with stone plates are the well-preserved materials that can tell you the special culture and customs of itself.

The Dapeng Fortress Museum is established in the year 1996 with a view of managing and researching historical relics as well as boosting tourism. Later in 2001, the site was taken under state protection and now it attracts international attention. In June 2004, a group of World Bank experts began researching the fortress with the aim of helping with protection. Shenzhen is expected to obtain special loans from the World Bank for the protection of cultural relics if a report on the fortress is adopted in about two months.

Opening Hours: 9:00 -- 18:00

Ticket Price:　
15 CNY for adults
10 CNY for the kids between 1.2 and 1.5 m and the students
Free for the kids below 1.1 m, the people older than 70 years and the disabled.

Location: Longgang Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation: Bus No. 364, 818, 833 and E11 will bring you here.

With a 587-meter-high peak and more than 10 reservoirs surrounding, the picturesque Yangtai Mount has been enjoying the reputation as one of the Top Eight Sceneries in Shenzhen and the popularity among the tourists from near and far. Not matter it is sunny or rainy, Yangtai Mount will provide you a feast of eyes with the gorgeous and beautiful landscapes.

Falls flying around the Yangtai Mount like silver scarves are one of the most attractive parts, which make the peaceful mountain alive. Go along the winding stream from the foot of the hill for about 1 kilometer, you may be surprised by the sounds made by the rushing falls from the 10-meter cliff. At the sight of the white sprays splashing from the bottom of the falls, you will feel released and exciting. Gorgeous falls together with the flourishing trees, blooming flowers and chirping birds provide a harmonious fairyland for people to take relaxations and do exercise.

On Double Ninth Festival, the traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the ninth day of the ninth month in the Chinese lunar calendar, the Yangtai Mountain is a customary place for local people to climb mountains, appreciate chrysanthemum flowers, drink chrysanthemum wine, and eat double-ninth cakes. This tradition can be dated back as early as the Warring States Period (475 BC-221 BC).

The lush green valley is particularly beautiful on rainy days, when a slight layer of clouds will veil on the mountains, which makes Yangtai Mount more mysterious and charming. No wonder so many celebrities came here to devote themselves to great achievements.

Opening Hours: 8:00 -- 21:30

Ticket Price: free

Location: Longteng Road, Shiyan Town, Baoan Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation: Bus No. 635, 769 and M233 will bring you here. 

Built in 1925, Zhongshan Park is the park in Shenzhen that has experienced the longest history. Covering about 500,000 m², Zhongshan Park is designed with 14 scenic spots, both natural and artificial, which is a combination of the historic and modern flavors. Name after the Dr. Sun Zhongshan (Sun Yat-sen), the Father of the Republic of China who advocates The Whole World as One Community, Zhongshan Park has the largest stone statue of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Around the splendid Status of Sun Yat-sen, there is a status group, among which status of the Chinese famous celebrities can be found.

Around the status group, you can enjoy a feast of eyes among the marvelous landscapes. The reflections of green lawns, blooming flowers and towering old trees on the peaceful lakes make here a tour paradise where you can spend your holidays with your families flying kites, boating on the lake, having picnic on the lawns or just taking a cozy walk.

Opening Hours: 7:00 -- 21:30

Ticket Price: free

Location: opposite to the Huiquan Plaza, Nanshan Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation: Buses No. 6, 15, 302, 304 and 316 will bring you here.  

Chung Ying Street, also called Sino-British Street, is a shopping paradise where only the people holding the permission pass issued by the Shenzhen Pubilc Security Bureau can enter. With a boundary tablets set in the center in the year 1898, Chung Ying Street is divided into two parts -- the Chinese and the British. After the return of Hong Kong on July 1, 1997, the street has become a historical phrase and a live relic.

Chung Ying Street has attracted a growing number of tourists by the special history and the huge variety of commodities in the featured stores. Lots of Hong Kong businessmen came here to cash in the market. Today, there are around 50 stores selling gold items, which have fashionable designs and reasonable prices. The duty-free products' affordable prices and refined quality make the street popular among travelers to Shenzhen. Since Shenzhen's rapid economic development, the street has gradually lost its former commercial glory. The government h repositioned it as a site of historical interest, incorporating shopping, sightseeing and entertainment. Its famous past as a shopping paradise will remain in the public memory, but the new Zhongying Street will be modernized and include features such as a tourist beach.

300-year-old well, 100-year-old banyans and the special museum with precious historic relics will be as attractive as the shinning shopping paradise.

Opening Horus: the whole day

Ticket Price: free

Location: Yantian Zone, Shenzhen

Transportation: Buses No. 202, 205, 358, 360 and 364 and Mini Buses No. 425, 430 and 512 will bring you here.