Our First Guangdong Roots-Finding Tour 21-29 October 2026

Embarking on an Unforgettable Journey with the Hakka Association of South Australia! ❤️

This afternoon, Monday 19 October 2026, we had the extraordinary honor of visiting the Chinese Embassy at the Adelaide Consulate-General, setting the stage for our exciting official visits this Wednesday. This visit was not just a formality; it was a profound opportunity to dive deep into our heritage and enrich our understanding of the vibrant cultural narratives that shape our Hakka identity. The embassy stands as a powerful symbol of our connection to our homeland, inviting us to explore the historical bonds that link us to our ancestors.

This adventure signifies a monumental step in our quest to reconnect with our Hakka roots, allowing us to reflect on the rich traditions and values that have been lovingly passed down through generations. Engaging with the embassy representatives serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage and nurturing a strong sense of belonging. Our interactions are not just about looking back; they are about rekindling our past while paving the way for future generations to embrace their Hakka identity with pride and enthusiasm.

We are thrilled to strengthen friendships and forge connections between our Hakka community in South Australia and our ancestral homeland. This trip is all about exploration, collaboration, and mutual support. By sharing our experiences and learning from one another, we aim to cultivate a unity that transcends geographical boundaries, creating a vibrant network that enhances cultural exchange and appreciation for our shared heritage.

Join us on this incredible journey of heritage, unity, and connection! Each step we take on this expedition honors our roots while embracing the bright future ahead. We eagerly anticipate the stories, friendships, and cultural exchanges that will enrich our lives and those within our community. This trip represents not just a physical journey, but a heartfelt pilgrimage toward celebrating the essence of being Hakka today. 🌏🤝

Current Status Update

The team is currently in Guangdong and is traveling according to the established schedule. All activities are proceeding as planned, and excitement is in the air!

Join Us!

We are excited to invite you to be a part of our community. Whether you want to join our visiting team next year or the year after, we welcome you to come and participate in our activities and events. Your presence will make a difference!

与南澳大利亚客家公会一起踏上难忘的旅程！❤️

在2026年10月19日星期一的下午，我们有幸访问了位于阿德莱德总领事馆的中国大使馆，为我们本周三的官方访问奠定了基础。这次访问不仅仅是一种形式；它是一个深入了解我们的遗产和丰富我们对塑造我们客家身份的生动文化叙事的机会。大使馆作为我们与祖国联系的有力象征，邀请我们探索连接我们与祖先的历史纽带。

这次冒险标志着我们重新连接客家根源的重大步骤，使我们能够反思那些通过世代传承下来的丰富传统和价值观。与大使馆代表的互动提醒我们保护文化遗产和培养强烈归属感的重要性。我们的互动不仅仅是回顾过去；它们还意味着重燃我们的过去，同时为未来的世代铺平道路，使他们能够自豪而热情地拥抱自己的客家身份。

我们非常高兴能够加强南澳大利亚客家社区与我们的祖籍地之间的友谊和联系。这次旅行是关于探索、合作和相互支持。通过分享我们的经历和相互学习，我们旨在培养一种超越地理界限的团结，创造一个增强文化交流和对我们共同遗产的欣赏的充满活力的网络。

加入我们，踏上这段令人难以置信的遗产、团结和联系之旅吧！我们在这次探险中的每一步都在尊重我们的根源，同时拥抱光明的未来。我们期待着那些将丰富我们生活和社区的故事、友谊和文化交流。这次旅行不仅仅是一次身体上的旅程，更是一次心灵的朝圣，庆祝今天作为客家的本质。🌏🤝

当前状态更新

团队目前在广东，按照既定计划进行旅行。所有活动都在按计划进行，兴奋的气氛弥漫在空气中！

加入我们！

我们很高兴邀请您成为我们社区的一部分。无论您是想明年还是后年加入我们的访问团队，我们都欢迎您来参与我们的活动和事件。您的参与将会带来改变！

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: October 22

• Schedule: Fly to Guangzhou according to actual flight schedules (Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall). Includes dinner. Stay at a Guangzhou hotel.

• Details: Arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport at 13:10. The tour guide will hold a welcome sign to greet guests. In the afternoon, visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, built between the 16th and 20th years of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty (1890–1894) and designed by Li Julin. It gathers the pinnacle of Lingnan folk architectural decorative arts, renowned for its "three carvings, three moldings, and one cast iron," earning it the title of "The Supreme Ancestral Hall of Baiyue." Afterward, check into the hotel.

Day 2: October 23

• Schedule: Guangzhou (Canton Tower, Shangxiajiu, Pearl River Night Cruise). Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay at a Guangzhou hotel.

• Details:

  • Morning: Visit the Guangdong Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese and the Guangdong Hakka Overseas Friendship Association.

  • Afternoon: Head to Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, one of Guangzhou's three traditional prosperous commercial centers and China's first commercial pedestrian street to open. View the Canton Tower from the outside, nicknamed the "Slim Waist," which is a landmark building in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, and a landmark of the city's new central axis.

  • Evening: Pearl River Night Cruise (including the cruise ship). A major characteristic of Guangzhou in southern China, the cruise along the river allows visitors to enjoy scenic views such as "Moonlight over Goose Pool," "Double Bridges in Rain and Mist," "Pearl Sea's Devotion," "Autumn Moon over Pearl River," and "Clear Waves of Pearl Water," along with over thirty historical and cultural sights on both banks of the Pearl River, allowing you to fully appreciate the local customs and culture of southern China.

Day 3: October 24

• Schedule: 2H ► Heyuan (Dinosaur Museum, Boat Tour of Wanlv Lake, Music Fountain). Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay at a Heyuan hotel.

• Details:

  • Morning: After breakfast, head to Heyuan (driving time approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, proceed to the designated location to visit the Heyuan Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese.

  • Afternoon: Heyuan Dinosaur Museum (closed on Mondays). The museum exhibition highlights dinosaur culture and Hakka culture. Heyuan is one of the important origins of dinosaur egg fossils in China. Wanlv Lake (including boat tour) is the "back garden" of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Named because it is "green in all four seasons and green everywhere," it is the largest artificial lake in southern China.

  • Evening: View the Xinfengjiang Music Fountain in Heyuan, also known as the tallest fountain in Asia, which is a signature landscape and urban business card of Heyuan City. Reference opening times: Summer and Autumn 20:00–20:30, Winter and Spring 19:30–20:00.

Day 4: October 25

• Schedule: 1H ► Sujiawei, 2H ► Meizhou (Hakka Museum, Katianxia). Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay at a Meizhou hotel.

• Details:

  • Morning: Sujiawei. The village preserves the Yihe Ancient Road, ancient banyan trees, and patches of green bamboo, blending natural scenery with ancient Hakka villages in an interesting way.

  • Afternoon: China Hakka Museum (closed on Mondays). "Understand a thousand years of Hakka in one day." The museum is the country's only national-level themed pavilion dedicated to collecting, researching, exhibiting, and passing down Hakka culture. It is also a "Hakka Grand View Garden" integrating Hakka architecture, art, folklore, and customs. Tour Katianxia (Hakka World), a leisure and vacation scenic area that combines Hakka culture and natural scenery.

Day 5: October 26

• Schedule: 1H ► Dabu (Hua'e Building, Baihou Ancient Town, Songkou Ancient Town). Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay at a Meizhou hotel.

• Details:

  • Morning: Proceed to the designated location to visit the Meizhou Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese. Visit Songkou Ancient Town, a historically renowned commercial and trade hub in eastern Guangdong with the renowned reputation of "not acknowledging prefectures since ancient times." It served as the first station for Hakka people heading to Nanyang (Southeast Asia) from the end of the Ming dynasty onward.

  • Afternoon: Baihou Ancient Town, a "grand view garden" of Hakka residential architecture. The town preserves more than 120 ancient folk residences from the Ming and Qing dynasties, encompassing mansion styles, enclosed houses (Weilongwu), Chinese-Western blended styles, and other representative architectures. Hua'e Building, named for its circular shape resembling a flower calyx.

Day 6: October 27

• Schedule: Ye Jianying Memorial Park, Lingguang Temple, Yannanfei Qiaoxi Ancient Village ► Huizhou. Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay at a Huizhou hotel.

• Details:

  • Morning: Ye Jianying Memorial Park (closed on Mondays) to pay tribute to the life achievements of a generation of great leaders. Visit the Yinnashan Lingguang Temple Tourist Area to listen to the magical legends of the "Three Wonders of Lingguang," "Half-Raw and Half-Cooked Fish," and "Snails Without Tails." Pay respects to the founder patriarch to receive the good fortune of "full spiritual energy and a bright future!"

  • Afternoon: Yannanfei Tea Field Resort, an ecological public-welfare landscaped utopia integrating tourism, vacation, tea tasting, and tea appreciation. Qiaoxi Ancient Village, which nestles against the mountains and rivers, features well-arranged structures and clear mountain stream rivulets, allowing visitors to experience the charming scenery of the ten-li Qiaoxi mountains and waters.

Day 7: October 28

• Schedule: Huizhou West Lake, Shuidong Street, Hejiang Building ► 2H ► Guangzhou. Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay at a Guangzhou hotel.

• Details:

  • Morning: Proceed to the designated location to visit the Huizhou Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese.

  • Afternoon: Visit Huizhou West Lake, one of Guangdong Province's first batch of provincial-level scenic spots, historically equally famous alongside Hangzhou West Lake and Yingzhou West Lake. Shuidong Street, initially built during the Yuanfeng era of the Northern Song Dynasty (1078–1085) and flourishing in the late Qing and early Republic of China periods, is the "ancestral source of Huizhou merchants" in the ancient city of Huizhou and the commercial and trade center of the Dongjiang River basin. Hejiang Building, initially built in the early Northern Song Dynasty, originally served as the eastern city gate of Huizhou Prefecture City (also known as Xiaodong Gate or Hejiang Gate), serving military defense, lookout, and welcoming functions.

Day 8: October 29

• Schedule: Fly to Australia according to actual flight schedules. Includes breakfast.

• Details: After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head to Baiyun Airport to take flight MH 377 at 14:40 for the return trip, concluding the Guangdong Hakka Tour.

Committee Management wishing all Tour Participants a wonderful Guangdong Roots-Finding Tour!

管理委员会衷心祝愿全体团员广东寻根之旅愉快！一路顺风，满载美好回忆！