- Kaiyuan Monastery - Your professional privater guide will pick you up at your Xiamen hotel, and then take a 1.5-hour scenic drive to Quanzhou, one of the most famous historical and cultural cities in China.
Upon arrival, you will be led to Kaiyuan Temple, one of China’s largest and most important Buddhist temple, and the nearby East & West Pagoda, said to be the best preserved stone pagodas in China.
- Qingjing Mosque - Before heading to Qingjing Mosque, stop nearby at West and East Street(Dongxijie), the Old Quarter’s most popular street food haunts to sample snacks such as Zongzi(Traditional Chinese rice-pudding), Siguotang(Four fruit soup), or Chunjuan(Spring roll).
Finish off your gastronomic, go ahead to Qingjing Mosque. Qingjing Mosque is the oldest Mosque in China and rated as one of the top ten Muslim holy sites of the world.
- Tonghuai Temple of Guan Yu and Yue Fei - Continue sightseeing to Guandi Temple, dedicated to two Chinese generals, Guan Yu and Yue Fe, this temple is a hive of activity all day and well into the evening. You will see locals praying, offering incense and burning special paper money for their ancestors to spend in the afterlife in a large pagoda decorated with some skillfully crafted carvings.
- Quanzhou Maritime Museum - Then visit 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.
After the tour, transfer back to Xiamen.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local Style Lunch
- Private guide
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
- Transport by private vehicle
- Gratuities
Quanzhou was historically a hub of rich cultural and spiritual variety. It served as the origin of the renowned Maritime Silk Road, was identified as the world’s preeminent port city, and stands today as a vital industrial cornerstone in contemporary China. Optimize your time without sacrificing the quality of your adventure with this private, guided excursion that encompasses the pivotal attractions of Quanzhou and a tasting of regional delicacies.
Discover several of Quanzhou’s ancient landmarks within a single day
Benefit from the exclusivity of a private tour, allowing personal interaction with your guide
Sample local delicacies: Zongzi (Traditional Chinese rice treat), Siguotang (Quartet of fruit soup), or Chunjuan (Spring roll)
Tailor your journey to match your specific interests
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
