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Fujian’s tulou—enormous communal homes—hold UNESCO World Heritage status. The 5-building Tianluokeng cluster is one of the area’s most iconic. Save hours of travel and hassle on this private tour with hotel pickup and a translator/guide to connect you with locals. Enjoy a Hakka lunch in a family home, see the Yuchang Building, and visit Taxia water town.
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Private Day Tour To Tianluokeng Tulou from Xiamen Including Lunch
9 hours
Free Cancellation
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$229
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Choose this private transfer to marvel at the picturesqueness of Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster and Hekeng Tulou which have been inscribed in 2008 by UNESCO as World Heritage Site, and are inscribed as "exceptional examples of a building tradition and function exemplifying a particular type of communal living and defensive organization harmonious relationship with their environment". Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! During the travel from Xiamen, feel safe in the hands of an experienced driver who can also give you some local travel tips along the way. Customize your travel by choosing your transfer vehicle to suit your small or large traveling party. You can count on the available vehicles to fit you all in one convenient trip at a time! Wide ranges of vehicles from 5 seats to 19 seats available to cater different sizes of your group.
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Private Transfer to Tianluokeng and HekengHakka Tulou fromXiamen
7 to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
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Ride this private transfer to marvel at the magnificent views of Gaobei Tulou Cluster and Yunshuiyao Ancient Village which have been inscribed in 2008 by UNESCO as World Heritage Site and also have been inscribed 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, an outstanding example of human settlement.Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! During the travel from Xiamen, feel safe in the hands of an experienced driver who can also give you some local travel tips along the way. Customize your travel by choosing your transfer vehicle to suit your small or large traveling party. You can count on the available vehicles to fit you all in one convenient trip at a time! Wide ranges of vehicles from 5 seats to 19 seats available to cater your group.
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Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village from Xiamen City
7 to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
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Spend a day exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Hongkeng Tulou Folk Cultural Village, which are the region’s largest and best-preserved Tulou and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town which is an ancient village with a long history, containing World Heritage sites Hegui Tower and Huaiyuan Tower, as well as thousand year old banyan trees and ancient roads. These massive rectangular or circular structures are settled among the green mountains and snaking rivers, providing you an expansive view of Fujian landscapes. The most outstanding representatives of Hongkeng Tulou Folk Cultural Village are Zhenchenglou, Rushenglou, and Kuijulou Tulou clusters. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions. Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! Have the freedom to choose different vehicles to suit your traveling party.
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Xiamen Private Day Tour to Yunshuiyao Ancient Village and HongkengTulou Cluster
9 hours
Free Cancellation
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$193
Price varies by group size
Spend a day with a local experienced guide exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Hongkeng Tulou Folk Cultural Village, which are the region’s largest and best-preserved Tulou and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town which is an ancient village with a long history, containing World Heritage sites Hegui Tower and Huaiyuan Tower, as well as thousand year old banyan trees and ancient roads. These massive rectangular or circular structures are settled among the green mountains and snaking rivers, providing you an expansive view of Fujian landscapes. The most outstanding representatives of Hongkeng Tulou Folk Cultural Village are Zhenchenglou, Rushenglou, and Kuijulou Tulou clusters. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions. Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! Have the freedom to choose different vehicles to suit your traveling party.
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Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Hongkeng Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village
7 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Enjoy a private car charter to take you on an unforgettable historical getaway. Spend a day with an experienced local guide exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Sites—the Gaobei Tulou Cluster which is famed for its enclosed earth buildings traditionally inhabited by the Hakka and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town which is an ancient village with a long history, containing World Heritage sites Hegui Building and Huaiyuan Buliding, as well as thousand year old banyan trees and ancient roads. These massive rectangular or circular structures are settled among the green mountains and snaking rivers, providing you an expansive view of Fujian landscapes. The most outstanding representatives of Gaobei Tulou Cluster are Chengqi Lou, the “King of Tulou”, Wuyun Lou and Qiaofu Lou. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions.Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! Have the freedom to choose different vehicles to suit your traveling party.
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Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village
7 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Spend a full day with a fully-licensed guide to visit the top famed historical highlights in Quanzhou which was once an international port city on the maritime Silk Route. Marco Polo regarded the location as "one of the ports of the world with the biggest flow of merchandise". As the starting point of the Sea Silk Road, it accepted diverse religions including Christianity, Islam and Manichaeism, and today Quanzhou is called 'World Religions Museum'. Visit Kaiyuan Temple, one of China's largest and most important Buddhist temple, and the nearby Qingjing Mosque, the oldest Mosque in China and rated as one of the top ten Muslim holy sites of the world. Take a stroll around the nearby Guandi Temple dedicated to Guan Yu, and visit the Fuwen Temple built in Tang Dynasty as a memorial temple of Confucius, the greatest ideologist and the founder of Confucianism. Enjoy the flexibility of the custom-built private tour and explore the city at your desired way and pace.
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Quanzhou Private Customized Day Tour: Top Attractions with Lunch
6 to 8 hours
Free Cancellation
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Have the pleasure of exploring the Tinaluokeng tulou with an experienced driver which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by picturesque natural scenery. Customize your travel by choosing your transfer vehicle to suit your small or large traveling party. You can count on the available vehicles to fit you all in one convenient trip at a time! Wide ranges of vehicles from 5 seats to 19 seats available to cater different sizes of your group. Secure safe and quality travel from Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster through reliable private car charter services perfect for every traveler.
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Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster
9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Enjoy a private car charter to take you on an unforgettable historical getaway. Spend a day exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites—the Gaobei Tulou Cluster which is famed for its enclosed earth buildings traditionally inhabited by the Hakka and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town which is an ancient village with a long history, containing World Heritage sites Hegui Building and Huaiyuan Buliding, as well as thousand year old banyan trees and ancient roads. These massive rectangular or circular structures are settled among the green mountains and snaking rivers, providing you an expansive view of Fujian landscapes. The most outstanding representatives of Gaobei Tulou Cluster are Chengqi Lou, the “King of Tulou”, Wuyun Lou and Qiaofu Lou. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions.Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! Have the freedom to choose different vehicles to suit your traveling party.
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Xiamen Private Day Tour to Yunshuiyao Ancient Village and Gaobei Tulou Cluster
9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Yongding is famous all around the world for its beautiful landscape, unique Hakka culture, and magnificent Hakka Residential Earthen House.Enjoy a private car charter to take you on an unforgettable historical getaway. Spend a day exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites—the Gaobei Tulou Cluster which is famed for its enclosed earth buildings traditionally inhabited by the Hakka with the help of a local guide. These massive rectangular or circular structures are settled among the green mountains and snaking rivers, providing you an expansive view of Fujian landscapes. The most outstanding representatives of Gaobei Tulou Cluster are Chengqi Lou, the “King of Tulou”, Wuyun Lou and Qiaofu Lou. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions.Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead! Have the freedom to choose different vehicles to suit your traveling party.
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Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Gaobei Tulou Cluster from Xiamen
7 to 9 minutes
Free Cancellation
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$140
Price varies by group size
Enjoy a private car charter to take you on an unforgettable historical getaway. Spend a day exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites—the Hongkeng Tulou Cluster and Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster. These massive rectangular or circular structures are settled among the green mountains and snaking rivers, providing you an expansive view of Fujian landscapes. The most outstanding representatives of Hongkeng Tulou Cluster are Zhengchenglou, Kuijulou, Fuyulou and Rushenglou. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions. You’ll have ample time to visit these top attractions and explore the magnificent Yuchang Building and take a stroll in the Taxia water village which is listed in the Famous Historic Cultural Villages of China for its typical cultural regional system. Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead!
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Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Tianluokeng Tulou and Hongkeng Tulou
7 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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$155
Price varies by group size
Venture out of the bustling city of Xiamen and discover the lush Anxi region in the Fujian Province. Explore the mountainous region that has been cultivating Oolong tea since the Tang Dynasty and produces over 15,000 tons each year. Then enjoy a delicious lunch at a local farm complete with tea tasting and admire the scenery from the Anxi Hong’en Rock before heading back to the city.
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Private Day Tour: Anxi Tea Garden And Hongen Rock From Xiamen
8 hours
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Admire the picturesqueness of Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster, which is a national protected cultural site with the most magnificent and well-preserved Hakka Castles in the area. Visit the Yuchang Building, take a stroll in the Taxia water village which is listed in the Famous Historic Cultural Villages of China for its typical cultural regional system and take ample time to explore the famed ancient village-Yunshuiyao where you can walk through the cobbled path under those ancient trees which will lead you to the heart of those ancient villagers’ houses in this 9-hour private tour with your private and knowledgeable guide. Throughout it all, a private transfer and a local guide will be readily available to serve you a safe and wonderful journey ahead!
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Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Tianluokeng Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village
7 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Take a private day trip from Xiamen to visit the UNESCO site of Tianluokeng Tulou village to see the ancient Hakka houses and drive through the beautiful scenery along the way. You’ll learn all about the culture and history of the area, and also have a local lunch too.Your guide will take care of logistics, and your driver will take you door to door in an air conditioned vehicle.
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Tianluokeng Tulou Village Private Guided Day Trip from Xiamen
8 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Make full use of your short stay in Xiamen by taking this exclusive half day tour with the local expert guide. Visit the USNECO site Gulang Yu Island and explore the " World Architecture" , " Garden on the Sea" , local famed musem, local alley streets etc. Get a great overview of the city’s culture, life and sounds. Optional lunch or dinner allow you to have a delightful local culinary experience. Enjoy the flexible departure time based on your own schedule.
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Xiamen Half-Day Private Tour include Gulang Yu Island and Garden
4 to 5 hours
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Enjoy a fun adventure to loca food markets at Zeng Cuo An Village and Eighth Seafood Market in the city, delighted and amazed by the gorgeous varieties of food that is tempting and mouthwatering. Explore the oldest and largest seafood market in Xiamen,marvel at the spectacular ranges of the fresh sea food, all kinds of wet and dried goodies, experience the fantastic food scene with your local guide and gain a great insight into local culture and life. Flexible departure time catering to your own schedule, convenient door to door transfer are included.
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4-Hour Xiamen Private Local Food Market Experience
4 to 5 hours
Free Cancellation
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Dehua, located in the northwest of Quanzhou City, Fujian Province, is known worldwide for its porcelain and was once one of the three ancient capitals of Chinese porcelain. In addition to its splendid ceramics culture, Dehua is also renowned for its natural beauty. Visit Shunmei Ceramics Culture Center to see various ancient white-porcelain statues and household china, and learn about the production process. Take ample time admire the Daixian Waterfall. The water of the Daixian Waterfall is straight down from the gap of the mountain. Standing under the waterfall, you can see the rainbow formed by the mist falling down the stream, which is especially beautiful and spectacular. Throughout it all, a private transfer will be readily available to serve you a safe journey ahead!
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Private Day Trip from Xiamen to Dehua county in Quanzhou
7 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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Recognized by UNESCO with World Heritage status, the earthen multi-family structures known as “Tulou” are a Fujian must-see. But that doesn’t mean they’re easy to reach by public transport. Leap the language barrier and travel in style with a private guide and driver on this door-to-door tour of a well-known tulou cluster, Yongding Hongkeng. Highlights include Zhenchenglou, Kujiulou, Fuyulou and Rushenglou in Hakka Culture Village. Explore the Yongding Hongkeng “tulou” cluster and Hakka Culture Village Get personalized insights into the tulou lifestyle from your private guide Take it easy with 2-way private door-to-door transfers
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Private Yongding Tulou Tour of Hongkeng Tulou Cluster From Xiamen
9 to 10 hours
Free Cancellation
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This tour will take you to Meizhou Island which is known for being the birthplace of the goddess Matsu. Mazu is a very important and historic figure in Putian's people's heart. In Fujian, people here usually worships Godness Matsu instead of other gods or goddesses. Immerse yourself in the nature and Buddhist Culture while exploring Guanghua Temple whose layout is magnificent with the outer screen wall, Emperor Hall, and the Great Buddha's Hall forming the central axis running north to south.
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Private Day Tour to Visit Guanghua Temple and Meizhou Island from Xiamen
7 to 9 hours
Free Cancellation
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The Hakka people's distinctive homes, called tulou, have a storied past and one today is a prime tourist attraction. Yunshuiyao Old Town, Yún shǔi yáo gu zhen , also known as The Knot Town had obtained its fame through a popular Chinese movie called Yún shǔi yáo which had won the Best Film in the 2007 Golden Rooster Awards. Yún shǔi yáo literally means "The Song of the Clouds and Waters", mainly elaborates a loving story in 1960s in old times of China. Hekeng Tulou Cluster, one of the most incredible Tulou clusters, inscribed as one of the 46 Fujian Tulou World Heritage Sites. Having a birds’ eye view of the Hekeng Tulou Cluster, you will find the huge “T” earth buildings spreading between green mountains and clean water, adding a field to this magnificent scenery.
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Hakka Tulou Private Day Tour of Yunshuiyao Ancient Village and Hekeng Tulou
10 hours
Free Cancellation
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Spend half of the day away from the hustle and bustle of the city and take a tour to the most must-see Gulangyu Island. After a comfortable and convenient pickup, visit the picturesque island with a professional guide. Enjoy a relaxing stroll around the island and discover some of the region's oldest monuments and check out the famed villa called Hi Heaven(Hai Tian Tang Gou) ,one of the top ten villas in Gulangyu Island, where you can enjoy the ancient South Music performance and the traditional Puppet Show.
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Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa
4 hours
Free Cancellation
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Make full use of your short stay in Xiamen by taking this exclusive half day tour with the local expert guide. Visit the USNECO site Gulang Yu Island and explore the " World Architecture" , " Garden on the Sea" , local famed musem, local alley streets etc. Get a great overview of the city’s culture, life and sounds. Optional lunch or dinner allow you to have a delightful local culinary experience. Enjoy the flexible departure time based on your own schedule.
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4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way
4 to 5 hours
Free Cancellation
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Spend the amazing and memorable one day 8-hour private tour to discover the beautiful coastal city Xiamen. Visit the UNSECO site Gulangyu Island and other popular attractions such as Nanputuo Buddhist Temple, Zhongshan road pedestrian street, Old finishing village, beautiful beach and more. Experience the local culture, history and life with your expert guide. Exclusive private tour insures a fully tailor made itinerary. No matter you are a solo traveler or travel with your families, friends or on short business visit to Xiamen.
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Xiamen Private One Day Tailor Made Tour with Gulangyu and City Highlights
6 to 8 hours
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The countryside around Xiamen is known for its tulou clusters, circular buildings built by rural Hakka Chinese communities centuries ago. Explore a few of these remarkable Chinese landmarks on this full-day private tour. Visit the Tianluokeng tulou cluster and the impressive five-story Yuchanglou, and take a leisurely walk through the riverside village of Taxia.
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Private Day Tour Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster And Taxia Village From Xiamen
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