Shenzhen Gankeng Ancient Town & Cultural Heritage 5H Tour｜China

Hotel Pickup in Shenzhen. Your day begins with convenient pickup from your hotel in central Shenzhen. Sit back and enjoy a comfortable 30–40 minute drive to Gankeng Ancient Town, a beautifully preserved Hakka-style village on the city’s outskirts.

Gankeng Ancient Town Exploration: Stroll through charming stone-paved streets, traditional courtyards, and red lantern-lined alleys. Learn about Hakka architecture, local customs, and the town’s transformation into a cultural heritage zone. Enjoy time for photos, tea breaks, and browsing small craft and souvenir shops.

24 Histories Academy Visit: Step into the 24 Histories Academy, an immersive cultural space inspired by China’s official dynastic history records. Discover stories of emperors, scholars, and major historical events through exhibits, calligraphy displays, and interactive installations that bring ancient history to life.

Gankeng Watchtower Courtyard & Museum: Experience Hakka history and discover the ingenuity of the Hakka people in defending against external invasions.

Traditional Intangible Cultural Heritage Crafts: Choose to experience Song Dynasty–style whisked tea (dian cha) or velvet flower (ronghua) making. Dian cha involves whisking tea into a delicate, creamy foam, offering a refined and ritualistic aesthetic; ronghua are crafted from silk velvet, shaped by hand into elegant forms with soft colors and auspicious meanings, showcasing the delicacy and craftsmanship of traditional art.

Enjoy a comfortable return transfer to your hotel in Shenzhen, concluding your 5-hour cultural escape.