Daily Tour
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Overview
2–8 pax boutique private tour · 1 booking = 1 private group · 100% no-shopping · 0 self-pay “add-on” shows · 4 nights hotel with breakfasts
Discover the best of Xiamen and Quanzhou in 5 days on a fully private tour, visiting Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory, Shapowei & Art West District, Gulangyu Island, Nanputuo Temple, Huandao Road, Zengcuoan, Jimei School Village and Quanzhou’s Xunpu flower-crown fishing village, Kaiyuan Temple, Xiaoxicheng, West Street and Luoyang Bridge, plus an included Minnan culture night show.
🏙 Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory (Yunshang Xiamen) – 300 m-high 360° glass sky deck with sweeping views over Gulangyu, Xiamen University, Nanputuo Temple and the coastline.
🌊 Gulangyu Island – “Sea Garden” & “Piano Island” – About 3.5 hours of flexible island time among colonial mansions, consulates, churches, beaches and narrow lanes.
🎨 Shapowei & Art West District – Former fishing harbor turned into an artsy waterfront neighborhood with murals, galleries, cafés and “Old Xiamen” food street.
🛕 Nanputuo Temple, Huandao Road & Zengcuoan – Classic South Fujian temple, colorful coastal cycling road and a creative fishing village full of snacks and street art.
🌸 Quanzhou Xunpu Flower-Crown Experience – Join local women in wearing flower crowns, stroll past oyster-shell houses and feel the charm of one of Fujian’s “three famous fisherwomen”.
🕌 Kaiyuan Temple, Xiaoxicheng, West Street & Luoyang Bridge – Explore ancient temples, creative lanes and a famous Song-dynasty sea bridge in the UNESCO city of Quanzhou.
🎭 Old Courtyard “Minnan Legend Show” or Lingling International Circus – One included indoor night show bringing Minnan culture or international circus acts to life.
🚘 True private experience – Dedicated 5–9-seat vehicle (7–8 pax upgrade to 19-seat coach), 24-hour airport/station pickup & drop-off, no forced shopping and no pre-sold “add-on” shows.
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Transport & Service
Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour:
Up to 4 guests: 5-seat car with driver-guide.
Up to 6 guests: comfortable 7-seat vehicle.
Up to 8 guests: 9-seat van or 19-seat coach where upgraded.
24-hour private pickup and drop-off at Xiamen airport or railway station (one arrival + one departure).
Chinese-speaking driver (driver-guide) for touring days.
1-on-1 tour concierge available by phone or message.
Accommodation (4 Nights)
4 nights in Xiamen city 4–5★ hotels:
Business 4-diamond such as Juncheng Hotel, Cheng & Yue Hotel or similar.
Deluxe 5-diamond such as Jun Tai Hotel, Wanjia International or similar.
Premium 5-star such as Pullman or Hotel Nikko or similar standard.
Daily hotel buffet breakfast (typically 2 breakfasts per room).
Entrance Tickets (First Gate)
Round-trip ferry to Gulangyu Island.
Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory admission.
Old Courtyard “Minnan Legend Show” ticket (or Lingling International Circus “Global Wonderland” as alternative).
Other sites such as Nanputuo Temple, Huandao Road, Zengcuoan, Jimei School Village, Xunpu Village, West Street and Luoyang Bridge are free-entry zones or city public areas. Any extra indoor exhibits not mentioned above are at your own expense.
Meals & Extras
4 hotel breakfasts.
Bottled water on touring days.
Gulangyu afternoon tea & local snacks at a selected island shop, plus a Gulangyu stamp booklet.
Insurance
Local travel agency liability insurance.
International/domestic flights or trains to/from Xiamen.
All lunches and dinners (self-paid; recommended restaurants provided for reference).
Personal expenses: drinks, extra snacks, laundry, mini-bar, room service, etc.
Optional tips for driver/driver-guide.
Optional experiences not listed as included (e.g. Lujian night cruise on Day 1).
Personal travel insurance.
Single-room supplement for solo travelers or those requesting a private room.
This is a no-shopping private tour. Any shops or snack streets in scenic areas (e.g. Gulangyu commercial streets, Xunpu village snack stalls) are not arranged shopping stops; purchases there are entirely your own choice.
| Day | Summary | Meals (B/L/D) | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | Xiamen arrival · 24-hour private pickup · hotel check-in · city at leisure | — / — / — | Xiamen 4–5★ |
| D2 | Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory · Shapowei & Art West District · Star Coast · Gulangyu Island | B / — / — | Xiamen 4–5★ |
| D3 | Nanputuo Temple · Huandao Road · Zengcuoan · Jimei School Village · Old Courtyard “Minnan Legend Show” | B / — / — | Xiamen 4–5★ |
| D4 | Quanzhou Xunpu flower-crown village · Kaiyuan Temple · Xiaoxicheng · West Street · Luoyang Bridge | B / — / — | Xiamen 4–5★ |
| D5 | Xiamen hotel check-out · 24-hour private drop-off to airport/railway station | B / — / — | — |
Welcome to Xiamen, “garden city by the sea”.
Essentials —
Arrive at Xiamen airport or railway station, meet your private driver holding a name sign and transfer to your centrally located hotel. We pre-book your room; at check-in you only need to show valid IDs or passports. Hotel deposits (approx. ¥200–800/room) are paid on arrival and refunded at check-out if no extra charges apply.
Suggested free-time ideas (own expense)
Walk the century-old Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street, lined with Nanyang-style arcade buildings and busy snack stalls.
Taste classic Xiamen dishes such as sha-cha noodles, ginger duck, five-spice rolls, peanut soup, meat zongzi, taro paste and “土笋冻” jelly.
Join the Lujian night cruise to see Xiamen’s skyline and harbor lit up after dark.
⏱ 30–60 min transfer ｜ 🎟 Included: 1× private pickup ｜ 🚘 Private car/van ｜ 🚶 Easy
Check-in is typically after 14:00. If you arrive early and rooms are not ready, you can store luggage at the front desk and explore nearby until the official check-in time.
Meals / Stay — B / L / D = — / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel
Sky-deck views, art harbor stroll and “sea garden” island.
Essentials —
After breakfast, immerse yourself in Xiamen’s modern skyline and old harbor charm before crossing to Gulangyu Island for an afternoon of slow-paced island wandering.
Golden Rooster & Hundred Flowers Star Coast
Xiamen’s “new landmark” themed around the Chinese Golden Rooster & Hundred Flowers Film Festival.
Walk along the star corridor, find celebrity handprints and enjoy seafront views by Yanwu Bridge.
⏱ ≥30 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Cloud-Top Xiamen Observatory (Yunshang Xiamen)
At roughly 300 m above sea level with a 1,300 m² 360° glass sky deck.
Overlook Gulangyu Island, Xiamen University, Nanputuo Temple, Huandao Road and both old and new Xiamen.
On clear days, it’s one of the best viewpoints for skyline photos.
⏱ ≥60 min ｜ 🎟 Included: observatory ticket ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Art West District & Shapowei Harbor
Former fishing harbor turned into a trendy art district.
Follow the wooden boardwalk, sip a juice or coffee, watch the sunset and feel the rhythm of “Old Xiamen”.
Continue to Old Xiamen Food Street, where famous stalls like “Yubao Sao” draw long lines.
⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Free stroll ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Gulangyu Island
Take the ferry (~20 minutes) to Gulangyu, known as a “Sea Garden City” and “Piano Island”.
Follow the World Architecture Expo Route past former British and Japanese consulates, Catholic church, Union Church, Hai Tian Tang Gou (exterior), Huang Rongyuan Hall (exterior) and Lin Qiaozhi Memorial Garden.
Check in at popular photo spots such as the “Most Beautiful Corner” and the iconic “boat house”.
Afternoon tea & free time on Gulangyu
Enjoy fruit tea and local snacks at Nangang Fish Shop or similar, and receive a Gulangyu stamp booklet.
Spend about 40 minutes of free time along Longtou Road or Hougangzai Beach for street snacks, souvenir shops and beach walks.
⏱ ~3.5 h on island ｜ 🎟 Included: ferry + afternoon tea ｜ 🚤 Public ferry ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Gulangyu’s snack streets and specialty shops are independent businesses and not arranged shopping stops. Feel free to browse or skip them.
Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel
Temple courtyards, coastal lanes and Minnan culture at night.
Essentials —
Today combines religious culture, seafront scenery, creative villages and a Minnan-style night show.
Nanputuo Temple
Founded in the Tang dynasty, one of the most important Buddhist temples in South Fujian.
Visit Heavenly Kings Hall, Mahavira Hall, Great Compassion Hall and other buildings, richly decorated with carvings and sculptures.
Locals come here to burn incense and pray for peace and good fortune.
⏱ ≥40 min ｜ 🎟 Free entry (donations optional) ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Xiamen University (exterior)
Brief stop by China’s “most beautiful campus”, where sea, lakes and traditional buildings meet.
Quick photo stop at the gate or near the lakeside.
⏱ ~10–15 min ｜ 🎟 Outside view ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Huandao Road (Ring Road)
Xiamen’s coastal postcard – a colored cycling lane hugging beaches and palm-lined sidewalks.
Walk or cycle a short stretch to feel the sea breeze and open views.
⏱ ≥40 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Zengcuoan Village
Former fishing village now known as a creative, snack-rich neighborhood and a “Minnan original eco village”.
Try fish balls, sha-cha noodles, thick toast, herbal desserts and other Instagram-famous snacks in narrow lanes.
⏱ ≥40 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Jimei School Village
Educational district created by renowned overseas Chinese leader Tan Kah Kee.
See Gui Lai Hall, Tan Kah Kee’s former residence (exterior) and Longzhou Pool, famous for Dragon Boat Festival races.
⏱ ≥40 min ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Old Courtyard Scenic Area & Minnan Legend Show / Lingling Circus
Old Courtyard Scenic Area (4A) preserves Minnan-style red-brick houses and traditional courtyards.
Watch the 360° indoor “Minnan Legend Show”, blending folk stories, dance, acrobatics and multi-media effects to depict Minnan culture.
Or, depending on arrangement, enjoy Lingling International Circus – Global Wonderland, with horse stunts, aerial acts and international gold-award programs.
⏱ ~1.5–2 h ｜ 🎟 Included: show ticket ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel
Ancient sea-silk city, flower crowns and stone bridges.
Essentials —
Leave Xiamen for Quanzhou, a UNESCO-recognized historic port city. Experience Xunpu flower-crown village, visit Kaiyuan Temple, explore Xiaoxicheng creative area, stroll West Street and admire Luoyang Bridge – one of China’s four great ancient bridges.
Drive to Quanzhou
Distance: about 81 km, roughly 1.5 hours by highway from Xiamen.
⏱ ~1.5 h one-way ｜ 🚘 Private car/van ｜ 🚶 Easy
Xunpu Village – Flower-Crown Experience
A coastal fishing village in Quanzhou’s Fengze District, home to descendants of ancient Arab merchants.
Women here are famous for wearing colorful flower crowns (簪花围), with floral headpieces, earrings and traditional outfits.
Ladies and children in your group receive complimentary flower-crown styling to experience local customs; admire oyster-shell houses and seaside village life.
⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Village access free; flower-crown included for women/children ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Kaiyuan Temple
One of the largest Buddhist temples in Fujian, founded in 738 AD (Tang dynasty).
Explore grand halls, twin stone pagodas and ancient carvings; feel Buddhist culture and Quanzhou’s historical role on the Maritime Silk Road.
⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Usually free or small donation (ticket policy may change) ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Lunch suggestion (self-pay)
Locals often recommend Zhusun Goose Restaurant or Honglin Restaurant, known for nourishing bamboo fungus goose soup and Fujian-style dishes.
Xiaoxicheng · West Street Viewing Platform
Xiaoxicheng is a compact creative block with text art and murals – a popular photo spot for young travelers.
From the West Street viewing platform, look down on Kaiyuan Temple’s twin pagodas and tiled roofs, imagining Quanzhou’s prosperity in Song and Yuan times.
⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
West Street & Luoyang Bridge
West Street is one of Quanzhou’s oldest streets and best-preserved historic blocks, retaining many traditional buildings and street views from earlier centuries.
Continue to Luoyang Bridge, formerly called Wan’an Bridge, one of China’s four famous ancient bridges, built during Northern Song times under the direction of official Cai Xiang. Look at its stone piers, bridge deck and inscriptions to appreciate ancient engineering.
⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Free ｜ 🚘 Private transfer ｜ 🚶 Easy
Return to Xiamen in the late afternoon or evening.
⏱ ~1.5 h return ｜ 🚘 Private car/van
Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Xiamen 4–5★ hotel
In scenic areas, please be cautious when offered souvenirs; all purchases are personal behavior and not part of the tour price.
Farewell, Xiamen and Minnan culture.
Essentials —
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. If you have a later flight or train, store your luggage at the front desk and enjoy some last-minute free time in Xiamen. At the confirmed time, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to Xiamen airport or railway station.
⏱ 30–60 min transfer ｜ 🎟 Included: 1× private drop-off ｜ 🚘 Private car/van ｜ 🚶 Easy
Hotel check-out is normally before 12:00 noon. For early flights, ask the front desk to prepare a simple breakfast box. For late flights, extending the room beyond noon may incur extra charges.
Meals / End — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Tour ends
We work with these or similar hotels to ensure a stylish and comfortable stay every time.
Please select your preferred pickup location:
Pickup service is included for all guests. Our driver or guide will be waiting at your chosen location with a name sign for easy recognition.
Hotel Deposits & Check-in – Hotels normally require a refundable deposit (approx. ¥200–800/room) during check-in. Check-in after 14:00; check-out by 12:00 noon.
Room Types – For 3 travelers, hotels may arrange an extra bed or family room where available; otherwise, a single-room supplement is required.
Children Policy – Child price (2–12 years) includes vehicle seat only; no bed, no tickets and no breakfast unless specified. Tickets and meals are paid on site based on height and venue policy.
No “Six Little Things” – According to local green policies, Xiamen hotels do not proactively provide disposable toiletries (toothbrush, comb, etc.). Please bring your own or ask at the front desk if needed.
Tour Order – The order of sightseeing may be adjusted without reducing main scenic spots, especially during holidays or in case of traffic/weather changes.
Weather & Clothing – Xiamen and Quanzhou have a subtropical maritime monsoon climate: mild winters, hot and humid summers; May–June is rainy season, July–September is typhoon season. Bring sun protection, light clothing, umbrella/raincoat and non-slip shoes.
You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Product code: 214248P141
This is a private tour. One booking = one private vehicle and driver. You do not share the vehicle with other travelers.
No arranged shopping stops. Snack streets and souvenir shops on Gulangyu, in Quanzhou or in other scenic areas are not part of the itinerary; shopping there is entirely your own decision.
Yes. Your tour includes one night show: Old Courtyard “Minnan Legend Show” or Lingling International Circus “Global Wonderland”, arranged based on availability. If not specified, Old Courtyard is usually prioritized.
In Xunpu Village, local women wear elaborate fresh-flower crowns (簪花围). Ladies and children in your group will receive a complimentary flower-crown styling to experience this unique local custom and take photos with the village backdrop.
Yes. Overall walking is easy to moderate. Some streets (Gulangyu, West Street, Xunpu) have cobblestones or uneven ground, so comfortable non-slip shoes are recommended.
Yes. All lunches and dinners are self-paid. Recommended options include Jiali Seafood, Shuyou Seafood, Rongyu Restaurant, Lao Xiamen Restaurant, Huang Family Garden, Limjia Minnan cuisine, Gangwan restaurant and Taigu Wharf buffet, but you are free to choose according to your tastes and budget.
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