Xiamen Trip Overview
In this amazing tour you will explore the world heritage of Fujian Tulou, Hakka earthen style residential houses and experience the legendary Hakka culture as well as immersing yourself in authentic rural life. You will see the different things there: the people, their residence and way of life in the mountainous area of Fujian province. You will have the opportunity to taste real Hakka cuisine learn Hakka language with local people, and tour around the Hakka Earthen style residential house.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Xiamen, China
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Xiamen, Fujian, China
In this amazing tour you will explore the world heritage of Fujian Tulou, Hakka earthen style residential houses and experience the legendary Hakka culture as well as immersing yourself in authentic rural life. You will see the different things there: the people, their residence and way of life in the mountainous area of Fujian province. You will have the opportunity to taste real Hakka cuisine learn Hakka language with local people, and tour around the Hakka Earthen style residential house.
Itinerary
Day 1: Xiamen – Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster – Yunshuiyao Ancient Village
Stop At: Tianluokeng, Shanghang County, Longyan, Fujian, 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”. It covers an area of 190 square meters. 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. After that, a tasty authentic lunch will be offered to you. After lunch, you’ll head to Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters. Upon arrival, you will first go to the viewing platform to have a bird view of Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters. You will have some free time to admire the famous “Four Dishes and One Soup”. Don’t forget to take some stunning photos. Afterwards, explore the “Leaning Building”-Yuchang Building which is the oldest and largest round building known so far. You will see the teetering columns that seems almost to collapse but it has undergone seven hundred years of erosion and numerous earthquakes. After visiting the Yuchang Building, you will take a stroll in Taxia Village. You will have an inside looking of this typical Chinese Hakka village which is the home to many famous overseas Chinese and visit Zhang’s clan ancestral hall which is listed among the key culture relics protected under national level. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Duration: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a local B&B
Day 2: Gaobei Tulou Cluster – HongKeng Tulou Cluster – Xiamen
Stop At: Gaobei Tulou Compound, Gaobei Village, Gaotou Country, Yongding County 364100 China
Today’s tour starts with a pickup from your hotel at your chosen departure time. Then take a 30-minute scenic drive to the idyllic Gaobei Tulou Cluster where you will get to know the history and related culture in the area. Explore the UNESCO-listed wonders for yourself as you arrive at the Gaobei Tulou Cluster, which are the most famed and best-preserved Tulou. Explore the Chengqi Lou, the “King of Tulou”, Wuyun Lou and Qiaofu Lou and take a stroll around the ancient villages. Lunch will be served in a cozy and delicious restaurant. Then head to the idyllic Hongkeng Earthen Folk Culture Village where you will get to know the history and related culture in the area. 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: 7 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
