Xiamen Trip Overview
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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Duration: 9 hours
Starts: Xiamen, China
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Xiamen, Fujian, China
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.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Yunshuiyao Ancient Road, Yun Shui Yao Gu Dao, Nanjing Xian, Zhangzhou Shi, Fujian Sheng, China
Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel lobby at your chosen departure time. Sit in an air-conditioned and non-smoking private vehicle for a 2.5-hour drive. Upon arrival, you’ll have enough time to take a stroll in this picturesque Yunshuiyao Ancient Village where you will get to know the history and related culture in the area. Continue your visit to Huaiyuan Building. Huaiyuan Building is the most exquisite and best protected double-ring earth building. The most striking thing about Huaiyuan Building is that the ancestral hall, which is the core of the inner courtyard, is the place where the children of the family study “Si is the room”. Then head to He Gui Lou which is the highest tulou house in Fujian. It indicates that He Gui Lou has more than 200 years of history as the traditional Chinese rammed earth construction technology had reached its crest. Afterwards, a tasty authentic lunch will be offered to you.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Yongding Earth Building, South of Longyan Region, Yongding County 364100 China
Then take a one-hour scenic drive to the idyllic Hongkeng Earthen Folk Culture Village where you will get to know the history and related culture in the area. Along the way, you can see the fascinating rural scenery of Fujian province and your guide will give you a brief introduction of the Tulou villages. Marvel at the UNESCO-listed wonders for yourself as you arrive at the Hongkeng Tulou Folk Cultural Village, which are the region’s largest and best-preserved Tulou. Explore the Zhenchenglou, Rushenglou, and Kuijulou Tulou clusters and take a stroll around the ancient villages. On return to Xiamen, your tour ends with the drop-off at your hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
