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.