What to do and see in Fujian, China: The Best Cultural Tours

August 5, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Fujian (Chinese: 福建; pinyin: Fújiàn; pronounced [fǔtɕjɛ̂n] ( listen)), formerly romanised as Foken, Fouken, Fukien, and Hokkien, is a province on the southeast coast of mainland China. Fujian is bordered by three provinces: Zhejiang to the north, Jiangxi to the west and Guangdong to the south, along with Taiwan 150 km to the east, across the Taiwan strait. The name Fujian came from the combination of Fuzhou and Jianzhou (a former name for Jian'ou) two cities in Fujian, during the Tang dynasty. While its population is chiefly of Han origin, it is one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse provinces in China.
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1. Xiamen Layover Day Tour-Gulangyu,Shuzhuang Garden And Piano Museum

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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

Reviewed By m_nicag41

Amazing experience. Very comfortable trip thanks to the driver. Our guide Adam was taking care of every detail and he was so helpful. He has a very good knowledge on Chinese history. You will have fun same time you will learn a lot. If you are visiting Xiamen or nearby, this experience is a must!

2. Private Day Tour Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster And Taxia Village From Xiamen

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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;

Reviewed By chris r

New discoveries:current popular foods: fishball, duck noodles,and peanut soup. Superstores: Walmart and Carrefour few store assistants as very few visitors and shopper. LEDs bulbs lesser and no variety. Zhongshan St.- only electric bikes still using and very clean and quiet few pedestrians too. No more people walking their prized dogs. Gone are the smartphone shops, the classy dress shops and shoes outlets. And disappearing malls and Supermarts. Now smoothies and fruit shakes refreshment stalls aplenty. Those pearls stores and packaged/preserved snacks outlets now plentiful. And very few smokers except beside the ferry to Gulanyu terminal. Xiamen is so clean at the the 8th market, practically no flies where fresh and dried seafood openly displayed. I will definitely go to Xiamen soon.

3. Mount Wuyi 3-Day Retreat by Bullet Train from Xiamen

Xiamen North Railway Station, Jimei District, Xiamen, China China Tour Advisors

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

Reviewed By melonyr741

DO NOT use this tour company if you are not from China. Our experience was nothing but a huge disaster. We ended up paying to literally experience the land on our own and get completely lost and we were not able to enjoy the beauty the rice terraces had to offer. The tour company only gave back half our money after all the struggles we went through and many many emails later.

4. Fujian Hakka Tulou Private Day Tour of Tianluokeng and Daping Lou

China Memory Trip

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

Reviewed By chris r

New discoveries:current popular foods: fishball, duck noodles,and peanut soup. Superstores: Walmart and Carrefour few store assistants as very few visitors and shopper. LEDs bulbs lesser and no variety. Zhongshan St.- only electric bikes still using and very clean and quiet few pedestrians too. No more people walking their prized dogs. Gone are the smartphone shops, the classy dress shops and shoes outlets. And disappearing malls and Supermarts. Now smoothies and fruit shakes refreshment stalls aplenty. Those pearls stores and packaged/preserved snacks outlets now plentiful. And very few smokers except beside the ferry to Gulanyu terminal. Xiamen is so clean at the the 8th market, practically no flies where fresh and dried seafood openly displayed. I will definitely go to Xiamen soon.

5. Private Day Tour To Chuxi Tulou From Xiamen Including Lunch

Tulou Travel

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

Reviewed By m_nicag41

Amazing experience. Very comfortable trip thanks to the driver. Our guide Adam was taking care of every detail and he was so helpful. He has a very good knowledge on Chinese history. You will have fun same time you will learn a lot. If you are visiting Xiamen or nearby, this experience is a must!

6. Private Day Tour of Quanzhou City Highlights Sightseeing with Snacks

China Memory Trip

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

Reviewed By chris r

New discoveries:current popular foods: fishball, duck noodles,and peanut soup. Superstores: Walmart and Carrefour few store assistants as very few visitors and shopper. LEDs bulbs lesser and no variety. Zhongshan St.- only electric bikes still using and very clean and quiet few pedestrians too. No more people walking their prized dogs. Gone are the smartphone shops, the classy dress shops and shoes outlets. And disappearing malls and Supermarts. Now smoothies and fruit shakes refreshment stalls aplenty. Those pearls stores and packaged/preserved snacks outlets now plentiful. And very few smokers except beside the ferry to Gulanyu terminal. Xiamen is so clean at the the 8th market, practically no flies where fresh and dried seafood openly displayed. I will definitely go to Xiamen soon.

7. 2-Day PRI Tour to Kulangsu Island and Tulou by Round-way Flight from Guangzhou

Silk Road Trips

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

Reviewed By JacksonGZTrips

Delicious and delicate. The food in Guangzhou is the best. The old town is worth visiting if you want to know history and cultures of Guangzhou. Travelling in Guangzhou is not so difficult except for some language problems until recently the GZ government has had an interpretation hotline(+8620960169), which can provide great service for public affairs and government services. I used several times taking taxi and asking for directions, the interpreters are quite professional.

8. Hakka Tulou Village and Yun Shui Yao Water Town Private Day Trip from Xiamen

Sunny Tours - Xiamen

Enjoy a lovely day excursion from Xiamen on this fully private tour to the time -honored Yun Shui Yao Ancient Town, explore the largest Tulu cluster in the region, appreciate the charming and idyllic river village ,experience the extraordinary Hakka culture and Chinese rural dwellings in Fujian, travel with your own knowledgeable guide to gain a deeper understanding of the local culture ,custom and traditions. Exclusive private tour ensures a more personal experience. 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

9. All Inclusive Xiamen Private Layover Tour to Hakka Tulou Village with Options

Sunny Tours - Xiamen

Turn your short layover in Xiamen by taking this exclusive private day tour to explore the spectacular Fujian Tulou (Earth Building), take the opportunity to visit the beautiful Chinese ancient village and learn the unique Hakka culture, tradition and life from the region. Flexible departure time cater to your own flight schedule, travel with your local expert guide and choose different classic route designed based on your own preferences and time. Local delightful lunch and convenient Xiamen airport pick up and drop off are included.

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

Exclusions: Gratuities

10. One Day Quanzhou Tour from Xiamen

Xiamen Elephant Tour International Travel Service Co., Ltd.

Art, history, countryside, food Quanzhou has it all. If you only have one day free, book this day trip to discover the region’s highlights in Quanzhou with a local guide. Explore several of Quanzhou’s most must-see attractions like Kaiyuan Temple and South Shaolin Temple during this guided tour. Spend ample time to taste the authentic food and watch a show which present the old street time of Quanzhou in the Song and Yuan Dynasties.

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

Exclusions: Gratuities(optional)

Reviewed By 145kiril

What an amazing show. We watched it 21.50pm with our little 2years old son. We can't understand Chinese but the 360°stage and the light effects were very interesting. We bought the tickets in our hotel and picked them up 30 min before at the theatre. I would recommend it.

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