Departing from Xiamen | Small Group Tour (2-8 people): Yongding Gaobei Tulou + Yunshuiyao Ancient Town One-Day Tour (Including City Pick-up and Drop-off) - Explore a World Cultural Heritage Site
- Visit Yongding Gaobei Tulou: a World Cultural Heritage site and a national AAAAA-level scenic spot.
- Daily departures, pure travel experience throughout, no shopping, no forced spending.
- Transportation: Includes round-trip transportation between Xiamen and Tulou.
- A local driver will accompany you throughout the tour, providing explanations and assistance.
- Tickets: Includes the first entrance fee to the attractions listed in the itinerary.
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— Solution Description —
- Meeting point
Hotels within Xiamen Island (Siming District/Huli District): Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service
Visitors from outside the island: Please make your own way to the meeting point on the island.
Remark:
Your 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 inform your travel concierge.
Some hotel guests will need to walk to a nearby meeting point to board the bus, subject to staff notification.
Please proceed to the designated boarding location if you are near the airport or train station. For details, please contact customer service.
- Suitable for all ages
⚠️ Seniors aged 75 and above must be accompanied by a relative under the age of 65 and present a valid health certificate from a recognized hospital; otherwise, they will not be allowed to participate.
⚠️Children's Notice: The child price includes transportation and tour guide service, but does not include entrance fees. Other expenses are the responsibility of the child.
- Included in the fee
Transportation: Air-conditioned tour bus, one seat per person
Pick-up and drop-off: Hotel pick-up and drop-off service within Xiamen Island
Entrance fees: First entrance fees to the attractions listed in the itinerary
Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance (coverage of RMB 600,000 per person)
Tour leader service: Local driver and guide will provide commentary and companionship throughout the tour (excluding free time).
Child price: Includes transportation and tour guide fees, and a seat provided; excludes entrance fees and other expenses at your own expense.
⚠️ Special notes for peak season:
During peak seasons such as National Day, Spring Festival, and May Day, due to limited capacity, small groups of 2-8 people will be changed to large groups of 35 people with airline seats. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- The fee does not include
Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, souvenirs, bottled water, etc.)
Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase at your own expense; please inquire at the registration office).
Local optional activities and items not listed in the "Inclusions" section above.
Lunch is at your own expense (not included in the tour fee).
Children's tickets and other expenses not included
- Kind tips
During peak seasons (Golden Week, special holidays), availability is limited; please do not change your booking once confirmed.
There are shops around the Tulou scenic area, but these are not included in this product's price list. Please exercise caution when shopping inside the scenic area. If you are approached by unsolicited merchants, please make your own judgment regarding whether to purchase. The travel agency is not responsible for quality issues or disputes.
— Itinerary (for reference) —
07:30 Hotel pick-up service within Xiamen Island (for some areas, pick-up may be at the nearest location).
08:20 Depart by car to the [World Heritage Tulou] (approximately 3-3.5 hours drive, with a 20-minute rest stop at a service area along the way).
Upon arrival at 11:30, have lunch (at your own expense), followed by rest.
12:00 Visit the "World Cultural Heritage" site, Chengqi Tower.
Visit the Five Clouds Tower (commonly known as the "Unbreakable Tower").
Visit the Shize Building (built during the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty).
Visit the Qiaofu Building (also known as the "Doctor's Building").
14:10 Meet at the parking lot and take a bus to Yunshuiyao Scenic Area in Nanjing County.
14:50 Visit "Noah's Ark on Land" [He Gui Lou]
Stroll along the ancient path of Yunshuiyao
16:40 Visit the exquisite double-ringed round earthen building, [Huaiyuan Building]
17:30 Rest stop and use of restroom (approximately 20-30 minutes)
Arrive at Xiamen distribution center at 20:00, then be transferred back to your hotel by separate vehicles. End of tour.
Note: The above times and tour order are for reference only and are subject to change based on the actual schedule on the day.
Purchase Notice
1. Between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM the night before your trip, our staff will contact you to arrange the approximate pick-up time, pick-up location, and vehicle number. On the day of your trip, pick-up time is between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
2. For holders of senior citizen cards, military officer cards, or other discounted passes, the tour guide will refund the ticket price on-site at the discounted rate, not the original list price.
3. Shopping areas are located within the scenic area; this is an activity of the scenic area management. Any purchases made by guests at these locations are not the responsibility of our company.
4. Personal Consumption Notes: Shopping, entertainment, and other activities not arranged by the travel agency during the itinerary are considered personal consumption by the tourist. The travel agency is not responsible for any disputes or losses that may arise. Guests should shop rationally, pay attention to the quality and price of goods, and request official invoices from merchants.
5. Special Notice: Tourists must bring their personal travel items and valid ID cards (children should bring the original household registration book or birth certificate, and tourists who are 16 years of age or older and have not obtained an ID card must bring the original certificate from the police station), and take good care of them.
6. In the event of force majeure or unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or emergencies that prevent the tour from proceeding as scheduled, any additional costs incurred due to itinerary changes will be borne by the tourist, while any reduced costs will be refunded by the travel agency.
7. Fujian has a generally mild climate with abundant rainfall, and is classified as a maritime climate. Summers are quite hot, with temperatures generally above 30℃ in July and August; winter temperatures often fall below 10℃; there is long hours of sunshine and abundant sunlight. The average annual temperature is 21℃.
8. The times indicated in the itinerary are for your reference only. If the itinerary is affected by force majeure (natural disasters, traffic jams, queues, government actions, etc.), our company may make itinerary adjustments to ensure the smooth progress of the itinerary. If the itinerary cannot be executed according to the agreed plan, the traveler shall bear the additional costs incurred due to the changes.
9. Tourists should carry some essential medicines with them according to their physical condition (such as cold medicine, antidiarrheal medicine, motion sickness medicine, band-aids, etc.), and prepare clothing and umbrellas or raincoats according to weather changes.
10. Travel time in the itinerary does not include sightseeing time at attractions. The order of attractions visited on the day may be adjusted by our company without affecting the overall itinerary. The sightseeing time indicated in the itinerary is based on normal tourism conditions. In principle, during the off-season when there are fewer tourists, the indicated sightseeing time should be sufficient for tourists to complete their visits to the attractions.
11. Please fill out the feedback form carefully. Our company handles complaints based on the travel feedback form signed by the guest on-site. Please fill it out truthfully. If you have any opinions on the spot, please let us know in a timely manner so that we can understand and meet your needs as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
12. This product is a group tour for individual travelers. While the promised service content and standards remain unchanged, you may be sharing transportation and sightseeing with guests from other travel agencies. By submitting your order, you agree to the travel agency's decision to arrange the itinerary together after group booking.
14. Due to the surge in tourists during peak seasons such as National Day, Spring Festival, and May Day, the capacity is limited; the Yunshuiyao Tulou, which accommodates 2-8 people, will be replaced with 35-person airline seats for smaller groups. We appreciate your understanding!
FAQ
Yongding Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town are located in Fujian Province, inland from Xiamen. While not within Xiamen city itself, they are significant cultural sites accessible from Xiamen by car. The tour departs from Xiamen, providing direct transportation to these destinations.
The drive from Xiamen to the Yongding Gaobei Tulou area typically takes a few hours. This day tour package includes comprehensive round-trip transportation, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenic journey while a local driver handles the travel logistics for you.
Yongding Gaobei Tulou is recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site due to its unique architectural style, traditional Hakka culture, and historical significance. These large, enclosed, communal earthen buildings represent a distinctive form of human settlement, built for defensive purposes and communal living, showcasing remarkable resilience and engineering.
At Yunshuiyao Ancient Town, visitors can immerse themselves in a charming, well-preserved ancient village setting. You can explore traditional architecture, stone pathways, and a serene river. The town offers a glimpse into a bygone era, allowing you to experience the local customs and history in a tranquil natural environment.
The day tour package includes round-trip transportation from Xiamen, a local driver who provides commentary and accompanies you, and the first admission tickets for all listed attractions, specifically Yongding Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town. It's designed as a pure play experience with no shopping or forced consumption.
No, this tour is designed as a "pure play" experience, specifically stating that there are no shopping stops or forced consumption. The itinerary focuses solely on exploring the cultural and natural beauty of Yongding Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town, allowing you to fully enjoy your time without commercial interruptions.
Yes, a local driver will accompany you throughout the entire journey from Xiamen to Yongding Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Ancient Town. This driver also provides commentary and assists you, enhancing your understanding and enjoyment of the sites.
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