The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Xiamen, Fujian

A VISA-free private day tour that specially designed for travelers who have 5~12 hours layover in Xiamen. You will maximize your time to: 1) Explore all the highlights and must-see attractions in Xiamen. 2) Learn the morden history of Xiamen City and China from an experienced knowledgeable passionate tour guide. 3) Have great fun by walking into the labyrinth of alleys

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Deluxe round-way ferry tickets

Exclusions: Lunch

Tianluokeng Earthen Building Cluster — The Classic Cluster Among the more intriguing pieces of history in Fujian are the tulou -- large, round, rammed-earth buildings dating back centuries. Tianluokeng tulou cluster, have been inscribed in 2008 by UNESCO as World Heritage Site, as exceptional examples of a building tradition and function exemplifying a particular type of communal living and defensive organization, and in terms of their harmonious relationship with their environment. Tianluokeng Earthen Building Cluster is a neat Olympic-rings-shaped group of five earthen buildings: one square building and four round buildings around it. Many travelers call it "four dishes and one soup".

Inclusions: Local transportation with private vehicle & skilled driver, Pick-up and send-off services in downtown Xiamen, Experienced tour guide, Local Lunch, Admission tickets

Exclusions: Tips for the driver and tour guide;, Any services not mentioned;

With superexcellent bullet train, enjoy a mountain retreat in Mount Wuyi featuring distinctive Danxia landform and biodiversity conservation. This tour includes 2-way bullet train tickets between Xiamen and Wuyi Mountain, 2-night accommodation with breakfast, and admission to Wuyishan National Park. The vantage location of your hotel, just within the mountain area, will free you from crowds of tourists.

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation in Wuyishan YeoHwa Resort (best available in Wuyishan), Hotel breakfast, Round-way bullet train of economy class between Xiamen and Wuyishan, Breakfast

Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, Tour guide service, China visa, Single room supplement, Other tickets inside the Wuyishan National Park (e.g. ride, rafting on the Nine Bend Stream, additional admission tickets, etc., Round trip transfers between hotel and railway station in Wuyishan, Round trip transfers between hotel and railway station in Xiamen

Among the more intriguing pieces of history in Fujian are the tulou -- large, round, rammed-earth buildings dating back centuries.46 Fujian Tulou sites including Chuxi tulou cluster, Tianluokeng tulou cluster, Hekeng tulou cluster, Gaobei tulou cluster, Dadi tulou cluster, Hongkeng tulou cluster, Yangxian lou, Huiyuan lou, Zhengfu lou and Hegui lou have been inscribed in 2008 by UNESCO as World Heritage Site,"as exceptional examples of a building tradition and function exemplifying a particular type of communal living and defensive organization, and, in terms of their harmonious relationship with their environment". Today you will vist Tianluokeng tulou cluster and Dapinglou(a well-preserved authentic Tulou that houses more than 200 people who still keep their original lifestyle).

Inclusions: Private transportation, Hotel pick-up and drop-off services in downtown Xiamen, Professional private guide service, Local lunch, Bottled water, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

A 9-hour private tour takes you to the most beautiful and less crowded Chuxi Tulou. Explore the "missile base" which is a mistake made by foreign intelligence when they observe this area by satellite. Trek along the field path in the back mountain of Chuxi, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of terraced rice fields. Visit a local Hakka family, have a traditional Chinese lunch and talk to the inhabitants to learn about their history, their daily life and the local customs.

Inclusions: Transport between attractions, including pickup and return to your hotel (within the Xiamen main island), Professional, passionate English speaking tour guide service, Insurance: China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance during the tour, Government taxes & fees, Bottled water, Lunch

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Meals which are not indicated in the itinerary, Gratuities

Quanzhou was once a city of great cultural and religious diversity. It was the starting point of the famous Maritime Silk Road, the largest port city in the entire world, and now a major industrial power point for modern day China. Save time without compromising on experience on this door-to-door private guided tour that covers Quanzhou highlights and local snack experience. See multiple historic highlights of Quanzhou in a day A private tour means direct access to your guide for questions Enjoy local food: Zongzi(Traditional Chinese rice-pudding), Siguotang(Four fruit soup), or Chunjuan(Spring roll) Customize your tour to suit your unique interests

Inclusions: Private guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local Style Lunch, Bottled water, Admission tickets

Exclusions: Gratuities

Kulangsu Island and Tulou in Fujian Province are two UNESCO sites, and this tour will let you explore both sites in 2 days with round-way air tickets included. You will wander around the Kulangsu Island to view the well-preserved old buildings, and go inside the traditional Hakka Tulou, or Earthern House in English, in Yongding County to learn the colorful history.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Local guide in Xiamen, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located), Transport by private vehicle, Accommodation as per itinerary(twin shared room), Round-way flight Guangzhou-Xiamen (Economy Class)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy a pleasant day tour from Xiamen to discover the beautiful rural mountain area in Fujian province. Travel with your local knowledgeable guide to visit the famous UNESCO world heritage site- Tulou in Yongding County, explore the unique local Hakka culture and appreciate the wisdom of the amazing old Tulou architecture, immerse yourself in the charming of the small village , get a great understanding of its profound history, special culture and interesting life from the region. Delightful local lunch and convenient door to door private transfers are included.

Inclusions: Experienced driver with air-conditioned comfortable car , Great Local guide , Entrance fee during the tour , Local tasty lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

This is a great pick for travelers who are interested in ancient villages. Bypass the crowds on public transport and opt for a much more comfortable experience .You can discover a unique ancient village and visit the ancestral houses which dates over 500 years. Walk through the village where you will be warmly greeted by local people and they will tell you the history of their village.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver with private car, Private guide, Bottled water, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities(optional)

This is a great pick for travelers who are interested in ancient villages and volcanoes. Bypass the crowds on public transport and opt for a much more comfortable experience. You can discover a unique ancient village and visit the ancestral houses which dates over 500 years. Walk through the village where you will be warmly greeted by local people and they will tell you the history of their village. The tour will also take you to one of the most beautiful and impressive Volcano National Geopark in China. It is known for its unique volcanic geological structure and some amazing and incredible attractions. You’ll learn about these unique geologic formations.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Driver with private car, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide, Admission tickets

Exclusions: Gratuities(optional)