Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch
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5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch worth booking?
Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Xiamen, China, from $225 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $225 per person
Fujian’s “tulou”—enormous communal homes—hold UNESCO World Heritage status. And the 5-building Tianluokeng cluster is one of the area’s most iconic. Save hours of travel plus a world of hassle on this private tour, with
What you get
About this experience
Fujian’s “tulou”—enormous communal homes—hold UNESCO World Heritage status. And the 5-building Tianluokeng cluster is one of the area’s most iconic. Save hours of travel plus a world of hassle on this private tour, with speedy transfers direct from your door and a translator/guide to ensure you get to know the locals. Enjoy a Hakka lunch in a family home, see the Yuchang Building, and visit Taxia water town. Private tour of Tianluokeng cluster, Yuchang Building, and Taxia village Enjoy a typical Hakka lunch—and rice wine—with a family in their home Capture classic photos of the cluster from the viewing platform Flexible 2-way transfers to and from anywhere in downtown Xiamen
What's included
Included
- Insurance: China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance during the tour
- Bottled water
- Transport between attractions, including pickup and return to the hotel (within Xiamen main island)
- Government taxes & fees
- Professional, passionate English speaking tour guide service
- Chinese lunch at popular local restaurant
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Zhangzhou Tianluokeng Village
After breakfasts, your driver will pick you up. 2.5 hours later, you will arrive at Tianluokeng Tulou. Your guide will be waiting there. You will learn from your knowledgeable Tulou tour guide about the history of the Tulou (Hakka Earth Buildings), the local life of the Hakka people, some basic facts of the earth buildings you will visit and other things you should know. First go to the viewing platform to have a bird view of Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters. You will have 20 minutes free time to enjoy the picturesque of the famous "Four Dishes and One Soup" . Don't forget to take some stunning photos like everybody else come here do. Walk down from it, the vehicle will take you directly to the village. You will step into this masterpiece of traditional Chinese residential buildings and unveil its mystery by your own eyes. With the help of your Hakka language speaking guide, you could also have a conversation with the inhabitants whose ancestors built this building 650 years ago.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Zhangzhou Tianluokeng Village
After the 1-hour visiting of the Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters, you will go to a local Hakka family to have a traditional Chinese lunch. Enjoy the local Hakka food and their special home made rice wine! Later after lunch, you will continue visit the “rickety building”-Yuchang Building which is the oldest and largest round building known so far. You will see the teetering columns that seems almost to collapse but to your surprise it has undergone seven hundred years of erosion and numerous earthquakes. It has still remained the same as ever and has become a living specimen of ancient residential buildings.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Xiamen
Come out of Yuchang Building, you will stroll in Taxia Village along the tranquil river, known as “Zhouzhuang Water Town in south of Fujian”. You will have an inside looking of this typical Chinese Hakka village which is the home to many famous overseas Chinese. Take a look at the ancestral hall, De Yuan Hall where the local Hakka people worship their ancestors. After the tour, you will have a good rest on the comfortable vehicle during the 2.5-hour drive back to Xiamen. You will be transferred back to your hotel, airport, train station or any other places in downtown Xiamen like a restaurant or a bar if you like.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
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
- Interstellar Cloud Tour
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Would recommend this trip
Jane our guide was excellent. We were picked up efficiently from our hotel and taken to the Hakka Houses where we met her and we spent the day looking round and then having a delicious lunch. Jane was very informative. Would thoroughly recommend this trip
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable day exploring the Hakka Houses with Jane. She will be very happy to know that her knowledge and guidance helped make your experience memorable. We’re also glad everything went smoothly from hotel pickup to lunch arrangements. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to see you again on another adventure soon.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $225 to $440
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Interstellar Cloud Tour, who run 80 experiences we rank across 12 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.8.
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Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xiamen.
How much does Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $225 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 Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 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 Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch?
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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 Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Xiamen to Tianluokeng Tulou Private Tour with Lunch 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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