
Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa
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Is Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa worth booking?
Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa is a 4-hour experience in Xiamen, China, from $8 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $8 per person
Spend half of the day away from the hustle and bustle of the city and take a tour to the most must-see Gulangyu Island. After a comfortable and convenient pickup, visit the picturesque island with a professional guide. E
What you get
- Driver with private car
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
About this experience
Spend half of the day away from the hustle and bustle of the city and take a tour to the most must-see Gulangyu Island. After a comfortable and convenient pickup, visit the picturesque island with a professional guide. Enjoy a relaxing stroll around the island and discover some of the region's oldest monuments and check out the famed villa called Hi Heaven(Hai Tian Tang Gou) ,one of the top ten villas in Gulangyu Island, where you can enjoy the ancient South Music performance and the traditional Puppet Show.
What's included
Included
- Driver with private car
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
Not included
- Gratuities(optional)
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Hi Heaven
Your private guide and driver will meet you in your hotel lobby at your chosen departure time (7:00-9:00 am or 1:00-2:00pm ). Then you will be guided to the ferry terminal where you will start your visit to Gulangyu Island. Take a peaceful walk and admire various old buildings before visiting the largest old villa called Hi Heaven, where you can enjoy the ancient South Music performance and traditional Puppet Show. It is the only central axis symmetrical building complex in Gulangyu and consists of five buildings, with a combination of Chinese and Western styles. After returning to the main island, your private driver will drive you back to your hotel safely.
180 minutes here · Admission included
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
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $8 to $423
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xiamen.
How much does Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa cost?
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Prices start at $8 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 Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa 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 Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". 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 Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa?
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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 Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa?
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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 Private Xiamen Half Day Tour to Gulangyu Island and the Hi Heaven Villa 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.
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