5-Day Xiamen & Yunshuiyao Hakka Tulou Private Tour

Sky deck, art harbor and “sea garden” island in one day.

Essentials — After hotel breakfast, enjoy a full day around Xiamen’s modern skyline and historic Gulangyu Island. Visit Star Coast , ride up to the Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory , stroll through Shapowei & Art West District , then take the ferry to Gulangyu Island for 3.5 hours of slow-paced exploration. Golden Rooster & Hundred Flowers Star Coast Xiamen’s “new landmark” seafront, themed around Chinese film awards. Walk the star corridor , see handprints of celebrities and enjoy views over the sea and Yanwu Bridge . ⏱ ~30–40 min ｜ 🎟 Free seafront ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory (Yunshang Xiamen) About 300 m above sea level with a 360° glass observation deck . Look out over Gulangyu Island, Xiamen University, Huandao Road and both old and new city districts . Great spot for sunset photos on clear days. ⏱ ~60+ min ｜ 🎟 Included: observatory ticket ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Art West District & Shapowei Former fishing harbor turned into art & café district , with murals, galleries and creative shops. Walk along the wooden boardwalk , grab a juice or coffee, watch the sunset over the water and sample local snacks at Old Xiamen Food Street . ⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Free stroll ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Gulangyu Island Ferry ride (~20 min) to Gulangyu , known as a “Sea Garden” and “Piano Island”. 3.5 hours to wander among colonial mansions, former British and Japanese consulates, churches and villas such as Haoyue Garden, Catholic church, Union Church and more (outside viewing) . Visit Lin Qiaozhi Memorial Garden and check Instagram-ready spots like the “Most Beautiful Corner” . Capture photos of China’s First Villa – Huang Family Garden (exterior) and other heritage villas. Afternoon tea & free time on Gulangyu Enjoy local-style afternoon tea and snacks at a selected shop like Nangang Fish Shop , and receive a free Gulangyu stamping booklet . Free time (~40 min or more) to roam Longtou Road and nearby lanes, discovering small boutiques and café-lined streets. ⏱ ~3.5 h on island ｜ 🎟 Included: ferry + scenic entry + afternoon tea ｜ 🚤 Public ferry ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate (some slopes/steps) Island shops and snack bars are independent businesses and not arranged shopping stops. Feel free to browse or skip them based on your interests. Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel

Temples, seaside roads, creative villages and a Minnan culture night.

Essentials — Today focuses on culture and coastal scenery . Visit Nanputuo Temple , stop by Xiamen University (outside), drive the scenic Huandao Road , wander Zengcuoan artsy village , explore Jimei School Village , and wrap up with either the Old Courtyard “Minnan Legend Show” or Lingling International Circus “Global Wonderland” . Nanputuo Temple Founded in the Tang dynasty and one of the most famous temples in South Fujian. See main halls such as Heavenly Kings Hall, Mahavira Hall, Avalokitesvara Pavilion , ornately decorated with statues and carvings. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and incense-filled courtyards. ⏱ ~40+ min ｜ 🎟 Free entry (donations optional) ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Xiamen University (exterior) Brief stop by China’s “most beautiful campus” , nestled between sea and mountains. Take photos at the iconic gate and lake (view from outside; campus entry policies may change with seasons). ⏱ ~10–15 min ｜ 🎟 Outside photo stop ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Huandao Road (Ring Road) Famous coastal drive and bike route , lined with beaches and palm trees. Short walk along the colored cycling path or seafront boardwalk to feel Xiamen’s sea breeze. ⏱ ~40 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Zengcuoan Village Once a small fishing village, now a creative, snack-filled neighborhood known as “Xiamen’s artsy village”. Try local bites like fish balls, sha-cha noodles, thick toast, herbal teas and desserts in narrow lanes full of murals and small shops. ⏱ ~40–60 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Jimei School Village Educational district founded by philanthropist Tan Kah Kee , with classical Minnan architecture and waterfront views. See Gui Lai Hall , Tan Kah Kee’s former residence (exterior) and Longzhou Lake . ⏱ ~40 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Old Courtyard “Minnan Legend Show” or Lingling International Circus Option 1: Old Courtyard + Minnan Legend Show – indoor 360° stage show combining folk tales, acrobatics, dance and Minnan customs , set amidst replicas of traditional Minnan houses. Option 2: Lingling International Circus – Global Wonderland – large-scale circus featuring horse stunts, aerial performances, African and European acts. Your booking includes one of these two shows , arranged based on availability (default: Old Courtyard Minnan show). ⏱ ~1.5–2 h ｜ 🎟 Included: show ticket ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel

Countryside rivers, banyan trees and earthen Hakka fortresses.

Essentials — Leave the city for Yunshuiyao , a picturesque Hakka area with ancient banyan trees, riverside paths and UNESCO-style tulou. Visit Yunshuiyao Ancient Town , Hegui Tulou , the ancient cobblestone path and Huaiyuan Tulou , then return to Xiamen in the evening. Drive to Yunshuiyao About 146 km , ~2.5 hours by highway via Zhangzhou and Nanjing. Short rest stops at service areas to stretch, use the restroom and enjoy local views. ⏱ ~2.5 h one-way ｜ 🎟 — ｜ 🚘 Private car/van ｜ 🚶 Easy Yunshuiyao Ancient Town & Ancient Path Traditional village often described as one of “Fujian’s most beautiful countryside” . Stroll beneath massive century-old banyan trees along a polished cobblestone ancient path , once an important route between Longyan and Zhangzhou. See two-story brick-and-wood houses along the old market street. ⏱ ~1.5–2 h ｜ 🎟 Included: scenic entry ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Hegui Tulou Known as “Noah’s Ark on land”, built during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty. The tallest tulou in the area, standing on marshy ground yet still stable after centuries. Reflects the Hakka emphasis on unity, harmony and defense . ⏱ ~40–60 min ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Huaiyuan Tulou One of the most refined double-ring round tulou and among the best-preserved. Inner central ancestral hall and school for clan children, known as the “Si Shi Shi Room” (Study of Reverence). Walk the corridors, admire wooden carvings and learn about Hakka family life. ⏱ ~40–60 min ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Local courtyard-style restaurant lunches (e.g. countryside earth-stove meals with free-range chicken and farmhouse dishes) can be arranged on request (self-pay). After sightseeing, drive back to Xiamen in the late afternoon or evening. ⏱ ~2.5 h return ｜ 🚘 Private car/van Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel

Farewell to Xiamen.

Essentials — Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then some free time if your flight or train is later. At the confirmed time, your driver picks you up and transfers you to Xiamen airport or railway station for departure. ⏱ 30–60 min transfer ｜ 🎟 Included: 1× private drop-off ｜ 🚘 Private car/van ｜ 🚶 Easy Check-out time is usually 12:00 noon . For early flights, hotel can prepare a simple breakfast-to-go upon request. For late flights, you may store luggage at the front desk and enjoy extra free time in Xiamen. Meals / End — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Tour ends