One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen
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Is One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen worth booking?
One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen is a 7-hour experience in Xiamen, China, from $86 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 56 / 100
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- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $86 per person
Spend a full day with a fully-licensed guide to visit the top famed attractions in Quanzhou which was once an international port city on the maritime Silk Route. Marco Polo regarded the location as "one of the ports of t
What you get
- Experienced tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver with private car
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
About this experience
Spend a full day with a fully-licensed guide to visit the top famed attractions in Quanzhou which was once an international port city on the maritime Silk Route. Marco Polo regarded the location as "one of the ports of the world with the biggest flow of merchandise". As the starting point of the Sea Silk Road, it accepted diverse religions including Christianity, Islam and Manichaeism, and today Quanzhou is called 'World Religions Museum'. Climb Qingyuan Mountain which is known as “No.1 Penglai Mountain in Fujian Province” and the “Back garden of Quanzhou”, take a stroll around Kaiyuan Temple, one of China's largest and most important Buddhist temple, and visit The Quanzhou Maritime Museum which is an ideal place for you to have a panorama view of trading history of Quanzhou and the development of Chinese shipbuilding. Enjoy the flexibility of the custom-built private tour and explore the city at your desired way and pace.
What's included
Included
- Experienced tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver with private car
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
Not included
- Gratuities(optional)
What you'll see and do
Qinyuan Mountain
Meet your tour guide in your Xiamen downtown hotel at your chosen departure time and aboard a comfortable private vehicle to Quanzhou (about 90 minutes). Once arrive, you'll first visit Qingyuan Mountain which is considered to be the best natural and cultural landscape in Quanzhou and is known as “No.1 Penglai Mountain in Fujian Province” and the “Back garden of Quanzhou” .The mountains are not high, the trees are lush and the water is murmuring. There is an old monarch rock which is famous all over the world. It is a statue of Taoist Lao Tzu shaped by a huge mountain body. It has also become a landmark landscape of Qingyuan Mountain. The mountain has gathered rock calligraphies of Taoism, Confucius, Buddhism, Muslim, Muni, as well as many fine calligraphy since Tang and Song Dynasties, hence the name of “Museum of Stone Carving”. Next enjoy a delightful local lunch with the recommendation from your guide.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Kaiyuan Monastery
As the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian, Kaiyuan Temple has attracted many domestic and foreign travelers who are interested in Buddhist culture. After lunch you will follow your guide to explore this fairly complete se t of courtyard galleries. Major buildings in Kaiyuan Temple include Tianwang Hall, Daxiong Palace, the Sweet Dew Temple, the Sutra Depository, and Gongde Tang. Two long corridors and two stone towers date from the Song Dynasty (960-1279). In addition, many cultural relics are kept in the temple. Kaiyuan Temple is a must for visitors to learn the local culture. After exploring the entire complex, you will surely appreciate the Buddhist culture exemplified by the Kaiyuan Temple.
90 minutes here
Quanzhou Maritime Museum
The last attraction is the Quanzhou Maritime Museum which is an ideal place for tourists to have a panorama view of trading history of Quanzhou and the development of Chinese shipbuilding. It is the only museum in China specializing in exhibitions of historical relics relating to overseas transportation.The Museum consists of an old and a new section. The old section, housed in the former Kaiyuan Temple, is used for exhibiting ancient boats. The new section, completed in 1991 and located on the scenic banks of East Lake, resembles a large sailing ship afloat on the sea. It covers an area of 3,000 square meters (32,000 sq ft) with a built-up area of up to 7,300 square meters (79,000 sq ft). There are four exhibition halls in the new section named “Quanzhou Maritime Exhibition Hall”, “Quanzhou Religious Stone Carving Hall”, “Quanzhou Ethnic Culture Exhibition Hall” and “Ancient Chinese Model Hall”. Afterwards, the driver will transfer you back to Xiamen and drop off at your hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
French Guide
Pickup included
English Guide
Pickup included
Mandarin Chinese Guide
Pickup included
Korean Guide or Japanese Guide
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ko, cmn, ja, en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Elephant Tour
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $86 to $384
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Elephant Tour, who run 95 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.6.
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One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xiamen.
How much does One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen cost?
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Prices start at $86 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 One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen take?
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Plan for about 7 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 One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen?
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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 One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen?
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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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does One Day Quanzhou Private Tour from Xiamen 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, Mount Wuyi 3-Day Retreat by Bullet Train from Xiamen. 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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