One Day Quanzhou Tour from Xiamen: Explore History, Art, Countryside & Food
Quanzhou
Immerse yourself in the rich history, art, countryside, and food of Quanzhou on this one-day tour from Xiamen. Discover iconic attractions, savor authentic cuisine, and enjoy a captivating show showcasing the city's past. Book now!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kaiyuan Monastery - Meet your guide in your hotel lobby at your chosen departure time, then depart to Quanzhou. The car ride takes about an hour. \nUpon arrival, you will first visit Kaiyuan Temple. It has a rich and long history, back to the Song Dynasty. The two pagodas inside are very beautifully built, and they withstood strong earthquakes over the centuries .\nAfter that, take some times to tour around the famous street \’Xijie\’. As early as the Song Dynasty, it has already symbolized Quanzhou\’s prosperity. It is also the most intact ancient street area in Quanzhou, and it retains a large number of historical buildings.\nThen visit Quanfu Impression Sandaoxing Art Museum and watch a show which present the old street time of Quanzhou in the Song and Yuan Dynasties with puppets, ceramics, tea, fragrant art, characterization, lanterns, costumes, sculptures and other cultural fragments.\nLunch will be served in a cozy and clean restaurant where you can taste many kinds of authentic local food.\nAfter a short break, head to another famed temple - \’South Shaolin Temple\’. It was built in the Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Song Dynasty. It has been in existence for thousands of years.\nThen continue your tour to Luoyang Bridge which is one of the four famous bridges in ancient China.\nThen your private driver will drive you back to your hotel.
What's Included
- Driver with private car
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
What's Not Included
- Gratuities(optional)
Additional Information
Quanzhou is a blend of art, history, nature, and cuisine. If your schedule permits just a solitary day, this guided excursion is the ideal way to uncover Quanzhou’s most notable landmarks. Visit notable spots such as the Kaiyuan Temple and South Shaolin Temple under the guidance of a local expert. Enjoy time to savour local delicacies and witness a performance showcasing Quanzhou’s age-old streets during the Song and Yuan Dynasties.
Location
Kaiyuan Monastery
27 Xi Jie,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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