Must-see in Xiamen in May: Avoid the crowds and enjoy the stunning sunset and

📍 Highlights of the itinerary: ✅ Check in at the most beautiful corner of Gulangyu Island + a hidden beach ✅ Taste the authentic flavors of Bajie Market, with just 50 RMB per person until you’re full ✅ Stay in an ins-style homestay in Zengcuo'an for about 100 RMB per person ✅ Unlock the best spot to watch the sunrise at Huangcuo Beach --- 📅 Day 1: Artistic stroll on Gulangyu Island 🚩 Route: Sanqiutian Pier → Most Beautiful Corner → Shuzhuang Garden → Gangzaihou Seaside Bathing Beach - 7:30 Take the early ferry to "Gulangyu" (35 RMB round trip), head straight to the "Most Beautiful Corner"! Few people in the early morning, perfect for photos with a cinematic vibe! - 10:00 Visit "Shuzhuang Garden" (30 RMB), featuring the Piano Museum and the sea walkway; wearing a white dress for photos is super fairy-like~ - 14:00 Avoid the crowds and go to "Gangzaihou Seaside Bathing Beach," where the reef area on the left side of the beach hides a secret cave photo spot! - 18:00 Return to Zhongshan Road to eat "1980 Roasted Meat Rice Dumplings" + "Ajie Five-Spice," the authentic flavors are irresistibly fragrant! 🏠 Accommodation recommendation: - Zengcuo'an "oneday Homestay," pure white ins style, 5 minutes walk to the seaside! --- 📅 Day 2: Romantic cycling along Huandao Road 🚩 Route: Huangcuo Beach → Yefeng Village → Music Square → Shapowei - 5:30 Rush to "Huangcuo Beach" to watch the sunrise! Locate "Wild Beach Half Coffee," few people and beautiful scenery perfect for photos! - 9:00 Rent an electric bike (60 RMB/day) for a cycling tour around the island; listen to the sound of waves and piano at "Music Square," super healing! - 15:00 Explore "Shapowei," with rainbow walls and vintage shops; chance to meet the internet-famous "Chachas" rooftop bear! - 20:00 Eat at "202 Food Stall": signature fried crab + soy sauce mixed fish, 80 RMB per person for seafood freedom! --- 📅 Day 3: Mountain-Sea Trail + Feast at Bajie Market 🚩 Route: Mountain-Sea Health Trail → Bajie Market → Jimei School Village - 8:00 Walk the "Mountain-Sea Health Trail Forest Line," locate "Wanshi Canghai," overlooking the "Little Switzerland" panorama of Shangli Reservoir! - 12:00 Head to "Bajie Market": - "Huiyuan Bakery" fried bread 3 RMB each - "Zhong Lijun Pan-fried Cake" with peanut filling that bursts with flavor! - 15:00 Take Metro Line 1 (the sea view metro featured in Spirited Away) to "Jimei School Village," admire the Jiageng architecture and dragon boat pond; breathtaking at sunset! --- 💡 Insider tips to avoid pitfalls: 1. Gulangyu ferry tickets: Buy 3 days in advance on the "Xiamen Ferry+" mini program, choose the "Xia-Gu Pier → Sanqiutian" route! 2. Avoid seafood scams: When buying seafood at Bajie Market, watch the scale carefully; recommend "Ayu Seafood Processing" with clear pricing. 3. Transportation: BRT rapid bus is faster than taxis; pick up a free hand-drawn map at the airport luggage area! 📢 Follow to unlock "Xiamen hidden gems": 👉 Comment "Want to see" in the comment section, and get the "Gulangyu Island Full Check-in Route HD Map"! (Including 7 secret spots even tour guides don’t know!)