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Tour Style:
A relaxed full-day look at Xiamen with your own English-speaking guide and private car. The route covers Gulangyu Island, Nanputuo Temple, the old fishing village of Zeng Cuo An, and seaside Huandao Road, at a pace you set. Your guide and driver meet you at your Xiamen hotel, the train station, or the airport, and stay with you to the end of the day. You travel between sights in an air-conditioned private car, with bags kept secure and bottled water on hand. Lunch is left open on purpose: your guide stops at a real local eatery instead of a tour-bus canteen and helps you order, so you pay only for what you eat. Vegetarian, halal, and lighter meals are easy to arrange ahead. It is an unhurried day built around Xiamen's island, temple, lanes, and coast, with a guide who handles the Gulangyu ferry and timing so you can focus on the walk.
Duration: 6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities):
Gulangyu, Nanputuo Temple, Zeng Cuo An, Huandao Road
Pick-up point:
Your hotel in Xiamen, train station or airport (based on your requirement)
Finishing point:
Your hotel in Xiamen, train station or airport (based on your requirement)
Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry)
Payment Types:
Cash, Wire, Paypal, WesternUnion, Wechat, Alipay, Bank Transfer
Available: Daily
When you arrive in Xiamen, your guide meets you at your hotel, the train station, or the airport, holding a Your Way Holiday sign. They help with your bags and walk you through the day before the driver takes you to the first stop. At the end of the day you are brought back to whichever point you choose, so you only have to think about what you are looking at.
The morning goes to Gulangyu, the small car-free island off Xiamen's coast. You reach it by a short ferry crossing, then walk its cobblestone lanes. Old consulate buildings and merchant villas line the streets, and your guide explains who built them and why. Two stops stand out: Shuzhuang Garden, a seaside villa complex with rockeries and pavilions, and Sunlight Rock, the highest point on the island, for a wide view over the rooftops and the water back toward Xiamen. Ferry tickets and the walking route are arranged for you.
Next comes Nanputuo Temple, an active Buddhist monastery at the foot of Wulao Mountain. The layout is orderly, from the Hall of Heavenly Kings at the front to the Mahavira Hall beyond, with pagodas, courtyards, and carved dragons and lotus flowers on the beams. Monks chant and locals burn incense, so it is a working temple rather than a museum. Your guide walks you through the main halls, explains the customs, and points out quieter corners if you want a moment on your own.
The afternoon moves to Zeng Cuo An, a former fishing village turned busy lane of cafes, small shops, and street-food stalls. Narrow alleys hold oyster omelets, peanut soup, and tea shops, beside craft stores and painted walls. Your guide knows which stalls locals actually queue at and steers you away from the ones aimed at tour buses, and can tell you how the village keeps its older households even as shops change hands. It is an easy place to walk, browse, and taste a few things.
The last stretch is Huandao Road, the coastal highway that runs along Xiamen's beaches facing the South China Sea. The driver takes it slowly enough to stop at lookout points, and your guide suggests a short walk on the seaside path, past palm-lined beaches and small pavilions over the water. It is a good place for photos and to feel the breeze before heading back. From here you are driven to your hotel, the station, or the airport.
Your guide and driver meet you at your Xiamen hotel, the train station, or the airport, whichever matches your arrival or departure. Tell us the point when you book and the day is planned around it.
Yes. Round-trip ferry tickets across to Gulangyu are arranged and included, and your guide handles the boarding, so you do not queue separately. The crossing takes only a few minutes.
No. Lunch is left open on purpose so you eat where you like. Your guide takes you to a local spot in Zeng Cuo An or near the temple and helps you order; you pay only for what you eat. Vegetarian, halal, and lighter requests can be arranged in advance.
Gulangyu and Zeng Cuo An are lane walks with no cars, so expect a few easy hours on foot. Huandao Road is done by car with short stops. Pace and rest breaks are set with your guide on the day.
Comfortable walking shoes for the cobblestones, sun protection in summer, and a light layer for the sea breeze. Water is kept in the car, and your guide can reorder the stops around weather and crowds.
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Exceptional Local Guides
Discover it through the eyes of our exceptional local guides. All certified and experienced, they are passionate about sharing their deep knowledge of attractions, history, and culture. Whether you're interested in hidden gems or popular sites, they know the best places to visit. They can recommend top local restaurants, unique shopping spots, and must-see shows. Beyond just guiding, they provide enriching insights into the history, customs, and authentic daily life, making your experience truly immersive.
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Travel in comfort and style with our premium private transportation. We offer a fleet of air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean, and meticulously maintained vehicles, all less than four years old. Our professional drivers, all locals with over a decade of driving experience, are friendly, courteous, and dedicated to your safety and comfort. Depending on your group's size, we provide a range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, business vans (MPVs), and spacious buses, all with ample luggage space.
Authentic Dining Experiences
We prioritize genuine local culinary experiences over pre-arranged tourist restaurants. Our local guides will recommend the best local restaurants where you can savor authentic flavors. This approach ensures you enjoy the freshest, most authentic meals, tailored to your preferences, and experience the true essence of the local cuisine. Whether your dietary needs are vegetarian, Muslim, Chinese, Western, Jewish, or Indian, we have excellent options to make every meal a delightful part of your journey.
Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：Gulangyu Island, Shuzhuang Garden, Piano Museum, South Putuo Temple, Hulishan Fortress, Island Ring Road
Tour Style：A full day on Gulangyu Island and the nearby Xiamen coast with your own English-speaking guide and private car. The route pairs the island lanes and villas with Shuzhuang Garden, the Piano Museum, and South Putuo Temple, then adds Hulishan Fortress and a drive along Island Ring Road. Your guide and driver meet you at your Xiamen hotel, the train station, or the airport, and stay with you until you are back at the point you choose. You cross to Gulangyu by ferry and walk the car-free lanes at your own pace, with your guide handling tickets and timing. Between stops you travel in an air-conditioned private car with bottled water on hand. Lunch is left open on purpose so your guide can take you to a real local eatery instead of a tour-bus canteen; you pay only for what you eat, and vegetarian, halal, and lighter requests are easy to arrange. It is a relaxed day built around Gulangyu gardens, museums, temples, and sea views.
Duration：2 Days, 1 Night
Attractions(Cities)：Gulangyu Island, Shuzhuang Garden, Piano Museum, Island Ring Road, Xiamen University, Zeng Cuo An, Shapowei Art District, Hulishan Fortress
Tour Style：Two unhurried days in Xiamen built around Gulangyu Island and the coast, with your own English-speaking guide and private car. The route centers on car-free Gulangyu, its villas and lanes, Shuzhuang Garden, and the Piano Museum, with a slow drive along Island Ring Road, split over two days so you can set your own pace and linger where you like. Your guide and driver meet you at your Xiamen hotel, the train station, or the airport, and return you to the point you choose each evening. Ferry tickets to the island are arranged for you, and the private car with bottled water covers the coast road. Lunch is left open on purpose so your guide can take you to a real local eatery instead of a tour-bus canteen; you pay only for what you eat, and vegetarian, halal, and lighter requests are easy to arrange. It is an easy introduction to Xiamen's island, gardens, and shoreline without a rushed schedule.
Duration：6-8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：Yunshuiyao Ancient Village, Huaiyuan Building, He Gui Lou
Tour Style：A day trip from Xiamen into the tulou hills of Nanjing County, for travelers who want to understand the Hakka earthen houses rather than photograph them from a bus window. Your English-speaking guide and private car are yours all day, so you set the pace, stop when you like, and skip the coach parks. You walk the streamside lane at Yunshuiyao, step inside the round Huaiyuan Building, and look up through the five stories of He Gui Lou, built on a floating foundation of pine piles. Entrance fees are arranged ahead, so you walk in without queuing. Lunch is left open so your guide can find a village kitchen and you pay for what you eat; vegetarian plates are easy to order. Your guide meets you at your hotel, the train station, or the airport in Xiamen and returns you to the point you choose by late afternoon.
Duration：2 Days, 1 Night
Attractions(Cities)：Gulangyu Island, Nanputuo Temple, Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street, Chengqi Lou, Zhencheng Lou, Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster
Tour Style：Two days that pair Xiamen with the Fujian tulou, with your own English-speaking guide and private car throughout. Day one stays in the city: a ferry to car-free Gulangyu Island for its villas, Shuzhuang Garden, and Sunlight Rock, then Nanputuo Temple and the food stalls of Zhongshan Road. Day two moves inland to the Hakka tulou of Hongkeng and Tianluokeng, where your guide walks you through the round and square buildings. Your guide and driver meet you at your Xiamen hotel, the train station, or the airport, and the private car carries you between stops with bottled water on hand. Ferry and tulou entry tickets are arranged for you, and the overnight stay is the hotel named in your booking. Lunch is left open on both days so your guide can take you to a real local eatery instead of a tour-bus canteen; you pay only for what you eat, and vegetarian, halal, and lighter requests are easy to arrange. It is a relaxed island and earth-building introduction to southern Fujian.
Duration：3 Days, 2 Nights
Attractions(Cities)：Xiamen, Yongding
Tour Style：These tulou tours from Xiamen spend three days between the earthen villages of Yongding and the coast, with a private car, a professional driver, and an English-speaking guide the whole way. You visit the Fujian Tulou and the Chuxi cluster, sleep one night among the buildings, and close with South Putuo Temple and a car-free walk through Gulangyu. Your guide explains how the Hakka built and lived in these fortified houses and keeps the pace flexible, with room to stop for photos. Lunches on the road are left open so you can eat at a real local kitchen and pay for what you choose, and vegetarian or lighter plates are easy to arrange. Pickup is at your hotel, the train station, or the airport in Xiamen, and the tour ends with a drop-off at the same choice.
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The itinerary through Gulangyu, Nanputuo Temple, and the beach road was the highlight of our week in Xiamen. The only issue was that we had to leave the temple a bit earlier than we wanted because of the ferry timing. The guide handled it well and we still had a relaxed afternoon by the water.
This Xiamen day tour covered Gulangyu in the morning, then Nanputuo Temple and the coast, and it did not feel too packed. The driver waited patiently at each stop and the van was clean and air-conditioned. Our guide explained the temple customs without hurrying us.
This tour is a perfect way to see the highlights of Xiamen. Gulangyu Island is so picturesque, and Nanputuo Temple was a serene stop in the middle of our day. Zeng Cuo An was vibrant and full of life, a great place to experience the local culture. The coastal drive on Huandao Road was one of the best parts, with incredible views and fresh air. The guide was friendly, informative, and really made the day special.
Replied:27 October 2026
Thanks Robert! Xiamen is one of those cities that feels like a hidden gem even though it's right on the coast. Nanputuo + Gulangyu combo is hard to beat. Glad you enjoyed the local side of things!
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