6 Days Fujian Tulou and Xiapu Mudflat Tour

Day-by-day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Xiamen

   So happy to see you on our 6-day Fujian tour! Xiamen is a charming coastal city known as 'Egret Island'! Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by your private driver at the airport or train station. Then he will transfer you to your hotel in downtown area. After checking in, take some time to relax.You can explore Xiamen at your own pace.

   We recommend starting your Xiamen tour with a visit to Zhongshan Road. It is an old commercial street in Xiamen, such as Manhattan in New York, Ginza in Tokyo, and Central in Hong Kong. You will see preserved old blocks that showcase the historical style, with lots of historical sites such as celebrity residences and Nanyang architecture. The dazzling array of various Fujian snacks and ancient Nanyin are the characteristics of this place. Strolling along the street, browse shops, and taste local snacks.

   Meal: N/A

   Accommodation: in Xiamen

   

2. Day 2: Nanjing Tulou Tour
   Explore Ancient Tulou Representative - Tianluokeng

   After breakfast at the hotel, drive for 3 hours to Nanjing Tulou, located in a rural area of Fujian Province. Nanjing Tulou is an important representative of residential architecture in Fujian, with various shapes including oval, crescent, eight trigrams, apron, etc., in addition to the common circular and square shapes.

   Today you will be led to visit the calling card of Nanjing Tulou - Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster, which was recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2008. It is a building group of three circles, a square and an oval built in accordance with the principles of the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire and earth in Chinese Fengshui. It is a landmark building of Fujian Tulou.

   

   You can see the architectural marvels such as Yuchang Building, the oldest and largest circular tulou with a history of 700 years. Some of the pillars inside the building have been tilted, with a maximum tilt of 15 degrees, but have remained standing after multiple earthquakes.

   Continuing your Tulou tour, you will explore Taxia Village. It is a secluded Hakka village, suitable for hiking. The whole village is surrounded by mountains, and a stream runs through it, like a fairyland on earth. There are many small restaurants where you can enjoy authentic local cuisine for dinner. We stay overnight at the hotel in Taxia Village.

   Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

   Accommodation: in Xiata Village

3. Day 3: Yongding Tulou Tour
   Marvel at the Hongkeng Tulou for Historical and Architectural Significance

   After breakfast, say good bye to Taxia Village and head to Yongding Tulou, which is another area known for its amazing Tulou buildings. We mainly visit the Hongkeng Tulou, a masterpiece of Fujian Tulou. It is famous for its long history, unique style, large scale, exquisite structure and complete functions, and is known as a shining pearl of oriental civilization. You will see the architectural marvels such as Zhencheng Building, Kuiju Building, Fuyu Building, and Rusheng Building.

   

   After the tour, we drive to Chuxi Tulou Cluster, the most primitive and most Hakka-characteristic tulou clusters in Yongding. Your tour guide will take you to visit the Jiqing Building, one of the oldest Fujian tulous in the world. The rooms, stairs and partitions in the Jiqing building are all made of Chinese fir. The whole tulou does not use a nail, and the connection between the woods is all hollow tenon.

   To fully appreciate the beauty of the Chuxi Tulou complex, you can hike to the viewpoint of north mountain, where you can see the panoramic view of the entire complex. After taking some wonderful pictures, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Xiamen.

   Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

   Accommodation: in Xiamen

4. Day 4: Xiamen Tour
   Relax on Gulangyu While Visiting Diverse Architecture and Landmarks

   After breakfast, you will take a coastal exploration of Xiamen. Your first destination is Huandao Road. Circling Gulangyu Island in Xiamen, it is famous for its spectacular coastline and roadside scenery. Relax and enjoy the island view. This place is great for taking a leisurely walk or a bike ride.

   

   Next, you will visit the South Putuo Temple, located next to Xiamen University. It is a well-known Buddhist temple in southern Fujian and even throughout the country, with a history of over 1000 years. It is also a very popular place for praying.

   In the afternoon, take a 20-minute ferry ride to Gulangyu Island, a tourism card for Xiamen. There are attractions on the island such as Sunlight Rock, Shuzhuang Garden, and Piano Museum. Climbing up Sunlight Rock, you can overlook the entire island scenery. In addition, Gulangyu Island also features the Minnan style and the 19th-century European style National Consulate. Because of these diverse styles of architecture, they are also known as the International Architecture Expo. After your visits, take the ferry back to Xiamen downtown.

   Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

   Accommodation: in Xiamen

   

5. Day 5: Xiamen to Xiapu Tour
   Capture Golden Beach and Stunning Sunset

   After breakfast, you will say goodbye to Xiamen. The driver will transfer you to the train station for the 3-hour high-speed train to Xiapu. Upon arrival, a local guide will pick you up and take you to the hotel for check-in. Have lunch and relax. In the afternoon your guide will take you on a Xiapu tour!

   Xiaohao Village is our first stop. Facing the sea by the mountains, the village is a famous fishing ground in East Fujian, producing young shrimp for more than 300 years. The golden sandy beach at sunset, the blue waves, the flying egrets... they form a picture of great beauty. If you are a photographer, this is not to be missed.

   

   Then, head to Dongbi, a village characterized by its stunning sunset over blue sea. Strolling along the steep trail, you can capture the best sunset scenery. Sometimes, you can also see local fishermen casting nets on the mudflats. After the tour, return to your hotel in Xiapu.

   Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

   Accommodation: in Xiapu

6. Day 6: Departure from Xiapu
   Witness Beautiful Sunrise over the Mudflats and "S" Bamboo Poles

   Get up early and go to Beiqi Village to enjoy the sunrise. The mudflat here is quite famous. Every year, more than 200,000 domestic and foreign photographers come to take beautiful photos of the mudflat scenery. Around 6 o'clock in the morning, a fireball slowly rises from the sea surface, and the sea seems to be coated with a golden cloak. Then, return to the hotel to have breakfast.

   After a short rest, you will be escorted to Shajiang. You will see many "S" shapes composed of rows of bamboo poles. The bamboo pole is covered with dark brown or dark green seaweed. You will be led to the observation deck on the top floor of a local high school to obtain the best shooting angle.

   

   In the afternoon, go to visit Yantian Village, one of the main fishing areas in Xiapu County. This is a natural breeding base for seafood such as shrimp, clams, oysters, etc., ranking among the top in China. You can learn about the daily life of local fishing families and their interesting customs. After that, your driver will escort you to the train station! Your 6-day Fujian tour in Xiapu and tulou ends here.

   Meal: Breakfast

   Accommodation: N/A