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14 Days in Putuoshan

Two weeks lets the island breathe - temple mornings at a walking pace, two out-islands, the fishing port, old Dinghai and a Ningbo day - with the visit facts kept plain at every gate.

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Best time: April-May or September-NovemberBudget: mid-range

Quick Answer

Is 14 days enough for Putuoshan?

14 days lets you go beyond Putuoshan's core into neighborhoods, food markets, and one or two day trips at a relaxed pace.

Source: NihaoVisit Putuoshan guide

14-day Putuoshan itinerary at a glance

Use our full Putuoshan travel guide as the base and adapt it to 14 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

Puji, Fayu and Huiji templesLuojiashan and the Dongji islandsZhujiajian beachesShenjiamen fishing portNingbo day
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Day 1

Arrival and Puji

A 10-to-15-minute ferry from Zhujiajian's Wugongzhi wharf onto the 12.5-sq-km island; Puji, first recorded in 1080, posts its 5-yuan incense ticket at the gate.

Scenes from Putuoshan, China
  1. putuoshan puji temple
  2. putuoshan nanhai guanyin
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Day 2

Fayu and Huiji

Fayu dates to 1580; the Xiangyun stairway climbs 1,088 steps (cable car available) to Huiji on 291-m Foding Mountain. On the 19th of the 2nd, 6th and 9th lunar months the paths fill - start before eight.

Scenes from Putuoshan, China
  1. putuoshan fayu temple
  2. putuoshan huiji temple
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Day 3

Zizhulin and Baibusha

The Tang-era Guanyin story at Zizhulin and a slow afternoon on the sand; visit etiquette is the posted hours and the 5-yuan ticket, nothing more.

Scenes from Putuoshan, China
  1. putuoshan zizhulin
  2. putuoshan baibusha beach
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Day 4

Luojiashan Boat Day

The short-line boat takes about 30 minutes to the outcrop island; sailings are fixed and sell out on incense days - queue early, keep the return ticket.

Scenes from Putuoshan, China
  1. putuoshan luojiashan
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Day 5

Duobao Pagoda and Quiet Loop

The 14th-century Yuan stone pagoda in the Puji quarter is among the island's oldest structures; let the rest of the day drift through the courtyard lanes.

  1. putuoshan duobao pagoda
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Day 6

Zhujiajian Beaches

Bridge-linked Zhujiajian holds the Nansha sand-sculpture grounds (festival since 1999) and the Daqingshan headlands; short bus hops from Wugongzhi wharf.

  1. putuoshan zhujiajian beaches
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Day 7

Shenjiamen Port Day

A 15-minute ferry to one of China's busiest fishing ports; the quayside market peaks when the boats land in the late afternoon.

  1. putuoshan shenjiamen port
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Day 8

Taohua Island

An honest archipelago day - Taohua lies south in the Zhoushan group, under an hour by ferry from Shenjiamen, with cliffs, beaches and the Jin Yong novel connection.

  1. putuoshan taohua island
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Day 9

Dongji Islands

The easternmost inhabited islands take about two hours by ferry from Shenjiamen; an overnight on Miaozihu buys the first sunrise of China's eastern seaboard.

  1. putuoshan dongji islands
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Day 10

Qianbusha Sunrise and Rest

A recovery morning on Qianbusha's longer strand, an afternoon nap, and an early night - the back half of the trip moves faster.

  1. putuoshan qianbusha beach
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Day 11

Dinghai Old Town

On the Zhoushan mainland, Dinghai keeps its Ming walls and the 1840s Opium War memorial park; buses take about 30 minutes from the ferry terminal side.

  1. putuoshan dinghai old town
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Day 12

Ningbo Day

An honest neighbour day - about two hours by bus across the 2009 bridge chain to Ningbo for the Tianyi Pavilion library gardens and the old waterfront.

Ningbo, China
  1. ningbo
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Day 13

Slow Island Loop

A second, unhurried pass at whatever moved you most - Puji's courtyards in the morning light, Baibusha at dusk, and a seaside dinner.

  1. putuoshan puji temple
  2. putuoshan baibusha beach
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Day 14

Departure

Pack up slowly, buy dried seafood at the island shops, and take the ferry back to Wugongzhi wharf for buses toward Ningbo or the airport.

  1. putuoshan city markets

Budget for 14 days in Putuoshan

TierPer day14 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $700–$1,120
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $1,400–$2,800
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $4,200+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Putuoshan?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Putuoshan?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to the center of Putuoshan?
Putuoshan's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Putuoshan guide.
Can I use 14 days for both Putuoshan and a side trip?
Yes — with 14 days you can pair Putuoshan with one nearby city (e.g. a short rail or bus side trip) and still have buffer days.
Is Putuoshan safe for tourists?
Yes. Putuoshan has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Putuoshan travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.