Electric Bike Island Tour on Nanji Island, Wenzhou

1. Best Travel Time: May to October is preferred. May to June has fewer people and beautiful scenery, with occasional fog; July to September features the bluest sea, ideal for water activities, but it is peak season and typhoons may occur; October offers crisp autumn air and comfortable temperatures, perfect for leisurely sightseeing. 2. Transportation Guide: Take the high-speed train to Pingyang Station or Rui'an Station, then transfer to the corresponding dock to board the ferry. Aojiang Port Passenger Terminal is the main dock with frequent departures; Rui'an Port Passenger Terminal has fewer departures and is suitable for visitors from the south. The ferry ride takes 1.5 to 2 hours, with one-way tickets priced between 130 and 160 RMB. Island entrance tickets cost 80 RMB per person, and the 45 RMB scenic area transportation ticket is a must-buy, allowing unlimited rides on buses between attractions and the dock; electric bikes can also be rented for 50 to 80 RMB per day for more flexible travel. 3. Must-Visit Attractions - Dasha'ao Beach: The core attraction, featuring a rare shell beach with fine, soft sand that is comfortable to walk on. You can wade in the waves and play in the sand, and in the evening, enjoy stunning orange-red sunsets here. - Sanpanwei: An excellent spot to watch the sunrise, where you can see sunlight shining on the reefs in the early morning. The scenic area also has lawns dotted with small yellow flowers and unique sea erosion landforms, with designated camping areas. - Rainbow Road: The route is mainly decorated with bright colors like pink and yellow, complemented by the blue sea. It’s perfect for cycling and photography, and on the curves, you can capture shots of the sea and fishing boats together. - Mazuo: A fishing harbor full of local charm. At dusk, the sunset glow on the fishing boats makes it a great place to capture harbor sunsets. 4. Accommodation Recommendations - Mitu·Houlong Cave Hotel: Highlights include unique cave design and 270° sea view rooms with excellent vistas, ideal for travelers seeking a distinctive experience. Prices range from 800 to 1200 RMB per person, and booking one month in advance is required during peak season. - Azure Acacia Resort: A 5-minute walk to Dasha'ao Beach, offering glass tents, sea view balcony rooms, and children’s meals, making it very family-friendly. - Zhongwei Mountain Villa: Budget-friendly guesthouse, a 5-minute walk to the beach, with clean and tidy rooms, priced between 200 and 300 RMB per person, offering great value. - Sanpanwei Surrounding Guesthouses: Suitable for early risers who want to watch the sunrise without rushing, though dining options nearby are limited and the area is quiet at night. 5. Food Recommendations: The focus is on fresh seafood, with seafood stalls near Dasha'ao being the top choice. Must-try dishes include Nanji large yellow croaker, spicy sea snails, clams, and Buddha’s hand fruit. Recommended dishes are steamed sea urchin egg custard and tigerhead fish soup; local seafood fried rice cakes and seafood noodles are also excellent, as both rice cakes and noodles absorb the seafood flavors well. Try “Auntie Huang’s Fisherman’s Home” for authentic seafood at about 80 RMB per person. 6. Practical Tips: Book ferry tickets and accommodation 3 to 7 days in advance during peak season; the island has strong UV rays, so bring sunscreen; reef areas are slippery, so wear anti-slip beach shoes; ask about seafood prices before ordering to avoid disputes; some areas on the island have unstable signal, so inform family of your itinerary in advance.