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5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS · JIANGNAN & COASTAL JOURNEYS
Coastal lanes and the earth buildings of rural Fujian
Over 5 days, 5-Day Xiamen & Fujian Tulou Tour links Arrival in Xiamen with Xiamen Departure, taking in Gulangyu, Traditional Fujian tulou architecture, Carefully selected village or earth-building visit along the way. Transfer to your hotel and rest after the journey. Xiamen’s island paths and Quanzhou’s temple streets are mostly gentle walking, while Fujian tulou require a longer road transfer and stone lanes; expect 3–6 kilometres at the main stop. Transfer to Xiamen airport or railway station with the agreed margin. Satay noodles, peanut soup or a seafood meal fit the coast, and the day’s architecture may range from Gulangyu villas to earthen tulou or Quanzhou’s maritime temples. The route is best suited to travelers who prefer a private guide, a named set of sights and time for a proper meal in each place, with the daily emphasis on a focused private journey with a balanced daily rhythm. Opening hours, traffic and local access are checked during the trip, allowing the guide to reorder visits when needed.
5 days / 4 nights Itinerary at a Glance
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Route
Xiamen - Nanjing Tulou - Xiamen
Long-distance travel
Private road transfers
Tour format
Customizable private tour
Trip Highlights Code: CN-16-05
Give Gulangyu its own sightseeing day.
Explore selected Nanjing tulou clusters with a local guide.
Stay overnight in the rural tulou region.
Return to Xiamen before departure day.
Plan with Confidence: Clear inclusions, confirmed travel arrangements and a personalized itinerary before booking.
DAY BY DAY
The 5-Day Journey
Daily itinerary: Arrival in Xiamen → Gulangyu → Traditional Fujian tulou architecture → Carefully selected village or earth-building visit → Xiamen Departure.
INTERACTIVE ROUTE MAP
5-Day Xiamen & Fujian Tulou Tour
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Transfer to your hotel and rest after the journey before continuing to Gulangyu the following day. A waterfront or Zhongshan Road walk can be suggested if you arrive early. The first afternoon remains flexible around flight or rail timing. With Gulangyu still ahead, the guide confirms the flight or train details in advance, assists with luggage and hotel check-in, and keeps the first outing close to the accommodation. For the Day 1 visit to Arrival in Xiamen, the exact walk and meal stop are agreed after arrival, which is especially useful when the route begins at altitude.
Take the confirmed ferry to Gulangyu and explore selected lanes, historic exteriors and coastal viewpoints on foot after Arrival in Xiamen; Traditional Fujian tulou architecture follows on the next day. Your guide plans a manageable route and return sailing. Large luggage stays at the Xiamen hotel, and ticketed interiors are agreed in advance. During Gulangyu, the guide links the named sights through local history and details visible on the ground. Once Arrival in Xiamen is complete, allow time to walk rather than photograph each stop from the vehicle, ask before photographing people or ceremonies, and choose a nearby local meal so the visit remains focused on this part of the route.
Travel by road into the Nanjing tulou area and visit a selected cluster such as Tianluokeng after Gulangyu; Carefully selected village or earth-building visit follows on the next day. Learn about the buildings’ communal layout while respecting residents’ private space. Stay near the rural sights rather than driving back to Xiamen that evening. The transfer toward Traditional Fujian tulou architecture includes sensible comfort stops around the actual road or rail schedule. Keep water and valuables in hand luggage; on arrival, the guide prioritizes check-in and the named local visit before the next day's Carefully selected village or earth-building visit instead of adding an unrelated detour.
Enjoy another carefully selected village or earth-building visit before returning to Xiamen after Traditional Fujian tulou architecture; Xiamen Departure follows on the next day. Check into your city hotel and enjoy a relaxed final evening. During Carefully selected village or earth-building visit, the guide links the named sights through local history and details visible on the ground. On Day 4 at Carefully selected village or earth-building visit, allow time to walk rather than photograph each stop from the vehicle, ask before photographing people or ceremonies, and choose a nearby local meal so the visit remains focused on this part of the route.
Transfer to Xiamen airport or railway station with the agreed margin after Carefully selected village or earth-building visit. A short city outing is possible only with a later departure and confirmed timing. Extra coastal days can be added if you want a slower finish. Pickup for Xiamen Departure follows the confirmed flight or train time, with an allowance for hotel checkout, luggage, traffic and station or airport formalities. Once Carefully selected village or earth-building visit is complete, keep passports and tickets in hand luggage, and request an early breakfast box if the departure falls before the hotel restaurant opens.
PRIVATE QUOTATION
Private Tour Reference Prices
Estimated starting prices in USD per adult for the full 5-day / 4-night itinerary, sharing twin or double rooms.
2 adults traveling together USD 1,290 / person4 adults traveling together USD 950 / person6 adults traveling together USD 850 / person
Headline price basis: Four adults traveling together, using two twin or double rooms. City stays use comfortable 4-star hotels; village and remote stays use selected local guesthouses or boutique accommodation. The Accommodation tab shows the overnight bases.
Transport included in the estimate: Private road transfers between Xiamen and the Nanjing tulou area, plus the standard return Gulangyu ferry.
For this route: The selected standard tulou cluster admission is budgeted. Gulangyu ticketed interiors beyond the walking route and premium rural rooms are extra.
Single-room supplement: From USD 200 per person for the full itinerary, added to the applicable twin-sharing group price. Solo private tours, odd-numbered groups and children receive a separate quote.
Dates and confirmation: These are planning estimates for standard-season travel, excluding Chinese public holidays, peak summer dates and major local festivals. Hotel and transport availability, room upgrades and itinerary changes can affect the price. Your dated quotation confirms the final total and inclusions before booking.
Typical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Xiamen 3 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteNanjing tulou area 1 night · Selected local guesthouse or boutique stay; final property confirmed in your quote
✓ Price Includes
The reference price budgets for the following services; your dated quotation confirms the final arrangements
4 nights in twin or double rooms: comfortable 4-star city hotels and selected local boutique or guesthouse stays; cruise cabin where specified
Daily hotel breakfast
Private arrival, departure and sightseeing transfers on the base itinerary
English-speaking local guides on scheduled sightseeing days; no full-time escort on independent leisure or rail/flight sectors
Standard admission and mandatory scenic transport for the base sightseeing program, as specified in Prices
Private road transfers between Xiamen and the Nanjing tulou area, plus the standard return Gulangyu ferry.
⊘ Price Excludes
International flights and transport to the first city or from the final city; domestic flights except any allowance expressly listed in Prices
Lunches, dinners and drinks except the meals specifically included above
Optional activities, alternative excursions and upgrades identified in the route-specific price notes
Single-room supplements, extra nights, upgraded rooms and changes to the base itinerary
Personal travel insurance, entry-document costs, personal purchases and discretionary gratuities
Who Is This Tour For?
This route suits travelers interested in jiangnan & coastal journeys who want 5 days to explore Xiamen, Nanjing Tulou, Xiamen.
Hotel standard, walking pace and optional experiences are agreed before confirmation. Share your priorities so the final route remains practical for your group.
Travel Tips for This Itinerary
Ferry reservations and the final island route are confirmed for your dates.
Tulou visits take place in living communities with private residential areas.
Rural accommodation has different facilities from a city hotel.
Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
Daily hotel breakfast is included in the estimate. Other meals are included only where specified under Prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will we sleep inside a tulou?
The base plan uses selected accommodation near the tulou sights. An overnight inside a historic building is a separate request subject to suitable facilities and availability.
Are both Nanjing and Yongding included?
This route focuses on Nanjing tulou. Adding Yongding requires more time or a revised choice of visits.
How many nights does this itinerary include?
The published 5-day route includes 4 overnight stays. The Accommodation tab lists the actual bases and night counts. Extra arrival or departure nights can be quoted separately.
What does the starting price mean?
The estimated starting price is USD 950 per person for four adults traveling together and sharing twin or double rooms in standard season. The Prices tab also shows estimates for two and six adults, the single-room supplement and route-specific inclusions. Send your dates for a confirmed quotation.
