Xiamen Departure: Dongshan Island, Zhangzhou Day Tour | Photo spot at The Left Ear filming location, Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road, Fish Bone Sandbar (The most beautiful road in Fujian)
- Exclusive Guarantee: We hold exclusive access to the Fish Bone Sandbar, featuring an on-site rest area, safety personnel, and insurance, ensuring a worry-free experience.
- Movie-Inspired: Visit Nanmen Bay, the iconic filming location of the Alec Su-directed film 'The Left Ear'. Stroll along the crescent-shaped bay, soak in the artistic and romantic fishing village vibes, or rent an electric bike for a leisurely ride.
- Viral Photo spot: Walk along the 'most beautiful road in Fujian', the Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road. With lush mountains on one side and the boundless blue sea on the other, every snap is a stunning, filter-free masterpiece perfect for your social media.
- Hidden Gem Exploration: Take a boat to the tide-dependent secret island—Fish Bone Sandbar. The silver-white sand revealed at low tide looks like a fish bone, making you feel as if you are walking on the sea, far from the hustle and bustle.
- Convenient and Stress-Free: Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Siming/Huli District, Xiamen, with private transport throughout. Local lunch is included with no hidden costs for attractions—perfect for a relaxing, hassle-free island getaway.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Hotel transfer, Get there on your own |
| Departure Time | Early Departure (Before 8 am) |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included, Arrange yourself |
| Additional service & facility | Transfer included |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Islands tour, Bycicle rental |
| Transport | Charter car, Sightseeing cruise, Bus tour |
Product Info
【Meeting Time】7:00 AM (Pick-up and drop-off service is provided for hotels in Siming/Huli District, Xiamen. For guesthouses in certain areas or locations with traffic restrictions, pick-up will be at the nearest accessible point. Travelers near the airport or high-speed railway station must head to the designated meeting point on their own; please consult customer service for details.)
【Duration】Approx. 12 hours (including round-trip travel time)
【Dining】Includes 1 local specialty lunch (non-refundable if not consumed; please inform us in advance if you have a seafood allergy); breakfast and dinner are at your own expense.
【Accommodation】None (Day trip returning to Xiamen on the same day)
【Itinerary Details】
1. 07:00 Pick-up from hotels in Siming/Huli District, Xiamen. Staff will verify information before departure. For certain areas due to guesthouse location or traffic restrictions, passengers must head to the nearest meeting point for boarding. Please refer to the staff's notification for specific details.
2. 08:00 Depart for Dongshan Island, Zhangzhou. The one-way drive takes about 3 hours. Enjoy the pastoral scenery along the Fujian coast, relax, and look forward to the island tour.
3. 11:00 Arrive at 【Nanmen Bay】. Enjoy ample free time for photo spots and walking along the seawall. Admire the crescent-shaped bay and the well-arranged fishing village architecture. Revisit the classic scenes from 'The Left Ear' and experience the artistic and healing coastal atmosphere.
4. 12:00 Arrive at a local restaurant to enjoy a Dongshan Island specialty lunch. Taste fresh seafood and local Fujian home-style dishes, and experience the island's culinary delights (please inform us in advance if you have a seafood allergy so dishes can be adjusted).
5. Around 13:00 Head to the popular photo spot 【Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road】. Stroll along the road, listen to the sea breeze, look out at the blue sea and sky with rolling mountains, and visit the iconic blue bridge—a perfect photo spot to capture atmospheric mountain and sea photos.
6. Around 14:00 Take a fishing boat to the hidden, mysterious island—【Yugu Shazhou (Fish Bone Sandbar)】. Enjoy the fishing village scenery in the coastal farming area along the way. Upon arrival, walk on the silvery-white beach, experience the natural wonders brought by the tides, and enjoy the tranquility away from the hustle and bustle.
7. 16:00 Gather and board the vehicle to return to Xiamen, concluding a fulfilling day of island exploration.
8. 19:00 Arrive in Xiamen. Following the 'pick-up and drop-off at the same location' principle, guests will be returned to their departure hotels, marking the successful end of the trip.
Note: The above itinerary times and sequence are for reference only. The actual schedule depends on the progress of the group on the day. The tour guide may make reasonable adjustments based on on-site conditions to ensure the best experience.
Attraction Introduction
- 【Nanmen Bay】: Located in the southeast of Tongling Town, Dongshan County, formerly known as 'Tianchi' or 'Nanjing'. The bay is crescent-shaped with clean, white, and sparkling sand and clear blue water, reflecting the simple fishing village on the shore. It is the core filming location of the movie 'The Left Ear' and one of the top ten popular photo spots in Zhangzhou. Here, half is the sea and half is the town. The winding seawall, scattered colorful stone houses, and gentle waves create an artistic and romantic coastal picture. Wengong Temple is an excellent spot to overlook the entire panorama of Nanmen Bay; visiting at sunrise makes for even more stunning photography. Additionally, this is a filming location for many variety shows and film works, with photo spots everywhere.
- 【Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road】: Stretching 8.53 kilometers, it connects cultural landmarks such as Sufeng Temple, Yanya Ancient Village, and the Mazu Temple, and is known as the 'Most Beautiful Road in Fujian'. The road is built along the mountains and facing the sea, with lush green mountains on one side and the boundless blue sea on the other. The winding road merges with the sea and sky. Along the way, strange rocks and natural stone landscapes are scattered. It is not only a popular photo spot but also a cultural corridor carrying the legacy of the Southern Song Dynasty, anti-war legends, and fishing village memories. Strolling along it, you can feel the coolness of the sea breeze and experience the unique charm of a Fujian fishing village.
- 【Yugu Shazhou (Fish Bone Sandbar)】: A tidal-limited secret spot hidden in the waters of Qixia Village, Chencheng Town, Dongshan Island. It only emerges from the sea during low tide, shaped like a giant fish bone, hence the name 'Fish Bone Sandbar'. There are no crowded crowds or overly commercialized facilities here—only clean, soft sand, crystal-clear water, and flocks of egrets and soaring seagulls. Being here feels like walking in the middle of the ocean, surrounded by the blue sea, quiet and dreamy. The sandbar changes shape with the tides and seasonal winds, resembling a floating whale at play. Local beautiful legends add a touch of mystery to this secret spot. We have exclusive island access qualifications, equipped with safety officers and rest stations, allowing you to enjoy this pristine island secret with peace of mind.
Inclusions
- 1. Transportation: Vehicles arranged according to the actual number of people, ensuring 1 seat per person, including pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Siming/Huli District, Xiamen, and round-trip travel.
- 2. Lunch: Enjoy a Dongshan local specialty lunch (includes fresh seafood; please inform us in advance if you have a seafood allergy; non-refundable if not consumed).
- 3. Tickets: Admission tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary, including the island entry ticket and round-trip boat ticket for Yugu Shazhou.
- 4. Tour Guide: Dedicated staff will accompany you throughout the trip, providing commentary and itinerary arrangement services.
- 5. Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance; Yugu Shazhou is additionally equipped with exclusive insurance and safety officers.
- 6. Children: The child price includes transportation, tour guide service, and half-portion meals; it does not include admission tickets. Any other expenses incurred shall be borne by the traveler.
Exclusions
- 1. The child price does not include admission tickets. If the child exceeds the height limit, ticket fees must be paid on-site at the attraction.
- 2. Personal expenses: Shopping, snacks, mineral water, souvenirs, local specialties, and other self-paid items not arranged in the itinerary.
- 3. Travel Accident Insurance: This product does not include travel accident insurance. It is recommended that travelers purchase it voluntarily (please consult the registration office for details).
- 4. Local self-paid items and other expenses not mentioned in the 'Inclusions' section above.
Purchase Notice
[Meeting Point]
Pick-up and drop-off service is available from hotels in Siming/Huli Districts of Xiamen; travelers from outside the island need to make their own way to the designated meeting point on the island.
【Important Note】
- 1. The tour guide will contact you the day before your trip. Please check your phone or text message. If you do not receive a message, please contact your travel concierge promptly.
- 2. As bus transportation is used, some hotel guests need to walk to the nearest meeting point to board the bus, or take a taxi to the designated hotel meeting point. The specific arrangements will be subject to the staff's notification. Passengers near the airport or train station need to go to the designated location to board the bus on their own. Please consult customer service for details.
- 3. This product is a group tour for individual travelers. Under the premise that the promised service content and standards remain unchanged, you may share a vehicle and tour together with guests from other travel agencies. Submitting an order signifies acceptance of this arrangement.
- 4. The tour tickets are group discount tickets. Holders of senior citizen cards, student cards, military officer cards, or other discount cards will not receive any additional ticket discounts. Thank you for your understanding.
- 5. There are shopping areas within the scenic area, which are the scenic area's own actions. If tourists have any shopping needs, it is not related to our company. Please consume rationally and ask the merchants for official invoices.
- 6. Visitors must bring their valid ID cards (children need to bring the original household registration book or birth certificate, and those who are 16 years of age or older but have not obtained an ID card need to bring the original certificate from the police station), and keep them safe.
7. In the event of force majeure such as weather, natural disasters, traffic jams, etc., which prevent the itinerary from being carried out as agreed, our company may adjust the itinerary. Any additional costs shall be borne by the tourists, and any reduced costs shall be refunded in full by our company.
- 8. When visiting the beach, please pay attention to the tide times, be careful, and do not swim in the sea; those with seafood allergies should inform us in advance and consume seafood with caution.
[Refund and Cancellation Policy]
Once the order is confirmed, if the tourist cancels the order for their own reasons, a full refund or change is available if the cancellation is made before 12:00 noon one day in advance; if the cancellation is made between 12:00 noon and 24:00 one day in advance, 40% of the total order fee will be charged as compensation; if the cancellation is made on the same day, 100% of the total tour fee will be charged and no refund will be given.
【Kind tips】
- 1. During peak tourist seasons such as Golden Week and special holidays, availability is limited, and once an order is confirmed, it cannot be changed arbitrarily.
- 2. There are self-operated shops around Dongshan Island Scenic Area, which are not included in this product. Tourists should be cautious when shopping after entering the scenic area. If you are solicited by merchants, please make your own judgment on whether to buy. Our company will not be responsible for any related quality issues or disputes.
- 3. Fujian has a maritime climate with hot summers (temperatures often reach above 30℃ in July and August) and low winter temperatures (often below 10℃). There is plenty of sunshine. Hotel rooms in Xiamen generally do not have heating, so please prepare appropriate clothing according to the weather.
- 4. Tourists are advised to bring commonly used medicines (such as cold medicine, antidiarrheal medicine, motion sickness medicine, band-aids, etc.) according to their own physical condition, and to bring rain gear to cope with changeable weather.
FAQ
1. What are the must-visit attractions on Dongshan Island?
Dongshan Island boasts rich natural and cultural landscapes. Must-visit attractions include Nanmen Bay, the filming location for the movie "The Left Ear," where you can stroll along the crescent-shaped bay and experience the charm of a fishing village. There's also the Sufeng Mountain Coastal Road, hailed as "Fujian's most beautiful highway," offering magnificent views of mountains and sea. Additionally, don't miss the tide-dependent secret spot, Fish Bone Sandbar, which emerges during low tide, creating an illusion of walking on water for a unique exploration experience.
2. What is the specific geographical location and administrative affiliation of Dongshan Island?
Dongshan Island is located in Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province, China, and is the second largest island in Fujian. It is part of Dongshan County, Zhangzhou City, situated on the western coast of the Taiwan Strait. It is renowned for its unique location and abundant marine resources, making it an ideal island getaway destination.
3. How long does it typically take to travel from Xiamen city center to Dongshan Island?
Traveling from Xiamen city center to Dongshan Island by private car usually takes about 2 to 2.5 hours, though the exact time may vary depending on traffic conditions. Private car services can pick you up from hotels in Xiamen's Siming or Huli districts, saving you the hassle of public transportation transfers and making your journey more convenient and stress-free.
4. What are the unique scenic features of the Sufeng Mountain Coastal Road?
The Sufeng Mountain Coastal Road is acclaimed as "Fujian's most beautiful highway." Its distinctiveness lies in the juxtaposition of lush green mountains and rocks on one side, and the vast, azure sea on the other. The magnificent scenery where mountains meet the sea is breathtaking. Along the route, a gentle sea breeze blows, making it an excellent spot for enjoying ocean views and taking photos – every shot is naturally beautiful without needing filters.
5. What are the characteristics of Nanmen Bay, the filming location for the movie "The Left Ear"?
Nanmen Bay is a classic filming location for the movie "The Left Ear." It features a crescent-shaped bay with fine, soft sand and clear waters. The area is imbued with a literary and romantic fishing village atmosphere, with many brightly colored houses along the coast creating a unique slow-paced ambiance. Visitors can stroll along the beach, feel the sea breeze, and experience the tranquility and beauty of the fishing village.
6. What is special about Fish Bone Sandbar as a tide-dependent secret spot?
Fish Bone Sandbar is a unique attraction that is only visible during low tide. When the tide recedes, a vast stretch of silvery white sand emerges, shaped like a giant fish bone. Standing here, visitors feel as if they are walking on the sea, experiencing a sense of peace and freedom away from the hustle and bustle. Due to its ephemeral nature, reaching the sandbar usually requires a boat trip.
7. Are there any recommended activities for experiencing the local fishing village atmosphere in Nanmen Bay?
In Nanmen Bay, you can rent an electric bicycle and leisurely cycle along the bay road, enjoying a relaxed time and immersing yourself in the slow pace of local village life. Additionally, strolling on the beach, admiring the sea views, or trying local seafood snacks at specialty stores are excellent ways to experience the fishing village charm.
8. What safety precautions should be taken when visiting Fish Bone Sandbar?
When visiting Fish Bone Sandbar, it is crucial to pay attention to the tidal schedule due to its tide-dependent nature and to follow the instructions of the on-site staff. To ensure visitor safety, the sandbar has a rest area with safety personnel, and the tour includes insurance for exclusive coverage. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for activities and to take sun protection measures.
