• Tulou and Wuyishan – Marvels Nearby Xiamen

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    Tour Code: ODY-CN-2514

    Destination:Xiamen, Nanjing County, Mt. Wuyi

Duration

8 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

Embark on an adventure that weaves together history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Fujian province. Uncover the allure of Gulangyu Island, stroll through the unique, UNESCO-listed Tulou earthen buildings of Nanjing County, and step back in time at the historic Xiamei Ancient Dwellings. Delve into the rich Hakka heritage at Yongding and be captivated by the tranquil Wuyi Mountains Scenic Area. Cap off your journey with a visit to the renowned Dahongpao Tea Plantation, a living testament to China’s ancient tea history.

Itinerary Summary

DAYPLACEHIGHLIGHTS
1-2XiamenGulangyu Island
3Nanjing CountyTianluokeng Tulou Cluster
4Yongding CountyHongkeng Tulou Cluster
5-7WuyishanXiamei Ancient Dwellings, Wuyi Mountains Scenic Area, Dahongpao Tea Plantation
8FuzhouDeparture
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Itinerary

Welcome to Xiamen! Once you’ve landed, your guide will take you to your hotel. Get some good rest for your exciting trip ahead! If you’re captivated by the sea, we can arrange a sailing adventure, whether it’s a scenic cruise or a fishing excursion. And for a touch of local culture, the hairpin flower experience is also at your disposal (extra cost).

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Begin your Guliangyu Exploration by immersing yourself in the serene beauty of Shuzhuang Garden, a classical Chinese garden that seamlessly integrates traditional Chinese aesthetics with the surrounding seascapes, creating a distinctive charm that sets it apart from other classical gardens in China.

Adjacent to the garden, the Piano Museum awaits with its collection of exquisite antique pianos. Many of these instruments carry fascinating histories, having once belonged to renowned pianists and distinguished families.

For a truly immersive cultural experience, participate in a Nyonya makeup session. This traditional style of makeup and dress was influenced by Southern China and maritime Southeast Asia, features intricate embroidery and gauze (extra costs).

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Take a 1-hour ride to Nanjing County, Zhangzhou City, for your architectural exploration at TianluokengTulou Cluster. This mountain dwelling complex is a stunning sight, featuring four round buildings and one quadrangle courtyard, nestled among the mountains and offering a sense of seclusion.

Next, make your way to the YuchangLou, a remarkable architecture standing for over 700 years. With leaning structure, it draws comparisons to the Italian Pisa Tower, yet its extension makes it an even more astonishing sight.

In the afternoon, proceed to Ta’xia Village, affectionately known as Taichi Village due to its winding river and the round buildings alongside it, which from above, resemble the Yin-Yang Diagram. This village is a testament to the harmony between nature and human design, offering a serene setting for a leisurely stroll and a chance to capture the perfect photograph.

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▱ Beijing

Journey to Longyan to experience the Hongkeng Tulou Cluster. Marvel at the majestic Zhencheng Lou, blending Eastern and Western architecture. Admire Kuiju Lou’s palace-style design, and the iconic Wufeng Lou. Stroll past the “pocket earth buildings” of Rusheng Lou, set against lush landscapes. If it’s a festival day, enjoy local folk performances such as Hakka dragon dance, Hakka folk songs, and leaf blowing.

In the late afternoon, your guide and driver will see you off at Longyan Railway Station before you continue your journey by high-speed rail to Mount Wuyi. Once you’ve arrived, a local driver will be on hand to take you to your hotel.

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Today explore Xiamei Ancient Dwellings, once a gateway of tea trading to Russia, Mongolia and Macao during the Qing Dynasty. The ancient architecture, exquisite carvings, and mansions which belonged to certain rich tea merchants are well-preserved, and calligraphy and wooden furniture are on displayed. Your guide will share you the history about this tranquil village.

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▱ Beijing

Today, visit Wuyi Mountains, which is not only a sacred mountain for Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, but also a serene outing full of natural wonders.

As you take in its stunning Danxia landscape and meet wild species on Tianyou Peak (Heavenly Tour Peak), which boasts the “No. 1 Landscape of Wuyi Mountain”, don’t miss the chance to visit ancient relics and multiple temples. For a fun experience, take a primitive bamboo raft floating down the Jiuqu Stream to feast your eyes with idyllic scenery like Guilin.

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In the morning, visit the Dahongpao Scenic Area for a short tea plantation hiking. You’ll also learn about the history of it as the ancestor of black tea and visit the ancient tea trees of over 340 years old. Later, stroll to the Shuilian Cave (Water Curtain Cave) to appreciate the waterfalls flying down from a 100-meter high summit. After the visit, enjoy your free day at the Wuyishan Scenic Area.

For a taste of Xiamen’s distinctive culinary artistry, we can arrange an exclusive tea-infused feast that marries tea with cuisine (extra costs).

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▱ Beijing

Embark on a scenic 4-hour drive from Wuyi Mountains to Fuzhou to wrap up your trip. Safe travels!

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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eI highly recommend Inner Mongolia Jiuhong Travel Service Co., Ltd. The team is very easy to work with, has excellent ideas and the guides are knowledgeable and easy to be with. Very solid itineraries and execution — flexible, high quality, and great value for money.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe visited both Xi’an and Shanghai under Jiuhong’s arrangement and received the same first-class service in both cities. The guides were knowledgeable, flexible, and happy to discuss all aspects of modern China — giving insights difficult to obtain elsewhere. Strongly recommended.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Greenfly
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe had a wonderful action-packed day. Fei Fei was amazing — her knowledge was very impressive and she was a real pleasure to be with. This was certainly the highlight of our stay in this beautiful city. Thanks so much.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
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