
Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen worth booking?
Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen is a 7-hour experience in Xiamen, China, from $160 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (1)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $160 per person
Explore the most must-see and less crowded Chuxi Tulou on this flexible private tour. Experience the legendary Hakka culture and immerse yourselves in idyllic rural life with the help of your private guide. Wander along the field path in the back mountain of Chuxi, enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Visit a local Hakka family and talk to the inhabitants to learn about their history. Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
What you get
About this experience
Explore the most must-see and less crowded Chuxi Tulou on this flexible private tour. Experience the legendary Hakka culture and immerse yourselves in idyllic rural life with the help of your private guide. Wander along the field path in the back mountain of Chuxi, enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Visit a local Hakka family and talk to the inhabitants to learn about their history. Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
What's included
Included
- Experienced tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver with private car
- Bottled water
Not included
- Admission tickets
- Lunch
- Gratuities(optional)
What you'll see and do
Chuxi Tulou cluster
Your private driver will pick you up in your hotel lobby at your chosen departure time. Then depart to Chuxi Tulou Cluster in Yongding County. After around 3-hour car ride, you will arrive at Chuxi Tulou Cluster, a Living World Heritage, is not only the cluster of Hakka culture, but also the most extraordinary type of Chinese rural dwellings. The cluster consists of five large circular buildings and 10 rectangular buildings. They are surrounded by enchanting mountains and streams. Their layout is arranged in a scientific and rational way. As a result, the cluster has high aesthetic value.You will visit Jiqinglou, Shengqinglou and Yuqinglou, which are typical of the Hakka earth buildings in Chuxi Tulou Cluster with the help of a local guide who will give you a detailed introdution of these attractions. You’ll get a chance to visit a local family and chat with host and hostess to know about their daily life and local customs. Then, walk along the field path in the back mountain of Chuxi to see the beautiful idyllic views. The terraced fields are built along the sloe-winding riverside up to the mountain top. After that, climb to the top of the nearby mountain and have a bird’s view of Chuxi Village. After the tour, your driver will drive you back to your hotel safely.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
French Guide
Pickup included
Mandarin Chinese Guide
Pickup included
Korean Guide or Japanese Guide
Pickup included
English 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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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Chuxi tulou was great but...
We took a private tour to Chuxi tulou. Tulou was amazing, and the guide and driver were so flexible to meet our requests taking breaks. We also enjoyed lunch and fruit stand on our way to tulou and coffee break on our way back. One problem was the guide's Japanese level was far from fluent. We requested a Japanese tour guide to understand tulou's history well, but her language level was not enough for it. She was a very nice person and we loved her, but what we expected was a tour guide who can understand our questions and answer them in fluent Japanese. This may sound harsh but each of our family members were able to handle at least 2 languages so we could tell her language level was not professional.
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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
- $160 to $473
- 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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Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xiamen.
How much does Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen cost?
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Prices start at $160 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou 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, 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen?
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Included: Experienced tour guide; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Driver with private car; and Bottled water. Not included: Admission tickets; Lunch; and Gratuities(optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 640 listed pickup locations in and around Xiamen. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen offered in?
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It is offered in Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English and French. 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 Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen?
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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.
What happens to Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What booking options are available for Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Chuxi Tulou from Xiamen?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including French Guide, Mandarin Chinese Guide, Korean Guide or Japanese Guide, English Guide. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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