
4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way worth booking?
4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way is a 4-hour experience in Xiamen, China, from $135 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $135 per person
Make full use of your short stay in Xiamen by taking this exclusive half day tour with the local expert guide. Visit the USNECO site Gulang Yu Island and explore the " World Architecture" , " Garden on the Sea" , local famed musem, local alley streets etc. Get a great overview of the city’s culture, life and sounds. Optional lunch or dinner allow you to have a delightful local culinary experience. Enjoy the flexible departure time based on your own schedule.
What you get
About this experience
Make full use of your short stay in Xiamen by taking this exclusive half day tour with the local expert guide. Visit the USNECO site Gulang Yu Island and explore the " World Architecture" , " Garden on the Sea" , local famed musem, local alley streets etc. Get a great overview of the city’s culture, life and sounds. Optional lunch or dinner allow you to have a delightful local culinary experience. Enjoy the flexible departure time based on your own schedule.
What's included
Included
- Local lunch or Dinner( If Tour with Lunch or Tour with Dinner is booked)
- Local transport ( For a group of 1-5 pax you will travel in the local premier Uber)
- Xiamen Cruise port pick up and drop off
- Round trip ferry ride to Gulangyu Island
- Local Transport ( For a group of more than 5 pax, private MPV van will be provided).
- Great local guide
Not included
- Food or drinks( If Lunch or dinner is not booked)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Gulangyu Island
Your local great guide will pick up at Xiamen Cruise port according to your cruise ship. Follow your guide and take a relaxing ferry ride to UNESCO World Heritage Site -Gulangyu Island. Upon arrival, spend quality time to explore the charming Island include classic chinese Garden, admire the historic colonial architecture, enjoy a leisure stroll along the picturesque beach side, visit China’s only Piano museum, Sunlight rock etc base on your interests while learn the local culture, history from your guide.
120 minutes here
Xiamen Shuzhuang Garden
During the tour you will also visit a traditional Chinese garden built by the wealthy merchant in the Qing Dynasty, appreciate the Fujian and Jiang’an style garden and architecture and take in the beautiful natural scenery and fully appreciate the wellknown " Garden on the sea" . During the tour you will also have the chance to enjoy a delightful lunch or dinner with the recommendations from your guide. If you have been to Gulangyu Island , you could subsitute to other popular sites such as : 1) Nanputuo Temple, ;2) Xiamen Botanical Garden ;3) Xiamen Zengcuo an village etc. After the great adventure you will be dropped off at your cruise terminal or other downtown area as per your request.
50 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Morning Tour Only
Private Tour Only: Great guide,ferry ride , cruise port pickup & drop off are included Pickup included
Morning Tour with Lunch
Private Tour with Lunch: Great guide,ferry ride ,local tasty lunch, cruise port pickup & drop off are included Pickup included
Afternoon Tour with Dinner
Private Tour with Dinner: Great guide,ferry ride , entrance fee to garden,local tasty dinner, cruise port pickup & drop off are included Pickup included
Afternoon Tour Only
Private Tour Only: Great guide,ferry ride , cruise port pickup & drop off are included Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunny Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent guide, fair excursion
Although I didn’t find Gulangyu Island particularly enthralling (your mileage may vary) and the touring company kept wanting to move up our excursion time as our date approached, our tour guide, Steven, was a very nice young man who made the trip far better than it would’ve been had we decided to tackle it on our own.
Response from the operator: Dear Guests, Thank you for taking time to share your inputs. Regarding the moving up the tour time to earlier pickup we explanined the reason as Friday the ferry tickets only earlier one left and you need to back to cruise ship by 16.30 which did not give us lots of flexibility to fit for this tour , we would rather you leave ealier and enjoyed the relax pace to see the island instead of being rushed. Cheers! Best regards, Lily
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $135 to $266
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sunny Private Tours, who run 318 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.2 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xiamen.
How much does 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way cost?
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Prices start at $135 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Xiamen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Xiamen is not rushed.
Is 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Xiamen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Xiamen can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Xiamen and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Xiamen within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Xiamen?
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On Outty we rank every Xiamen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Day Tour To Tianluokeng Tulou from Xiamen Including Lunch, Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch, Xiamen Layover Day Tour-Gulangyu,Shuzhuang Garden And Piano Museum. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Xiamen?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Xiamen?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way?
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Included: Local lunch or Dinner( If Tour with Lunch or Tour with Dinner is booked); Local transport ( For a group of 1-5 pax you will travel in the local premier Uber); Xiamen Cruise port pick up and drop off; Round trip ferry ride to Gulangyu Island; and Local Transport ( For a group of more than 5 pax, private MPV van will be provided). Not included: Food or drinks( If Lunch or dinner is not booked); and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Xiamen.
What languages is 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Xiamen. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for 4-Hour Xiamen Private Shore Excursion Tour in Your Way?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Morning Tour Only, Morning Tour with Lunch, Afternoon Tour with Dinner, Afternoon Tour Only. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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