Maximize your layover in Xiamen with a private sightseeing tour. Explore top attractions, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a local guide’s insights. Book now!
Maximize your layover in Xiamen with a private sightseeing tour. Explore top attractions, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a local guide’s insights. Book now!
- Gulangyu Island - Upon arrival, a friendly local guide and driver will greet you at your cruise port or airport. Spend a few minutes discussing your preferred destinations with your guide. This private, flexible tour allows for a fully customized itinerary. Below is a sample itinerary, but feel free to inform your guide if you wish to make any…
- Gulangyu Island - Upon arrival, a friendly local guide and driver will greet you at your cruise port or airport. Spend a few minutes discussing your preferred destinations with your guide. This private, flexible tour allows for a fully customized itinerary. Below is a sample itinerary, but feel free to inform your guide if you wish to make any changes. Typically, the day starts with a visit to Gulangyu Island (KulangSu), where you can explore the stunning “Garden on the Sea” and admire the various historic European architecture. Visit the classic Shuzhuang Garden and other popular attractions such as Sunlight Rock, the Piano Museum, and charming old streets. Take a break to enjoy a delightful lunch or dinner (depending on the tour’s start time), with your guide recommending local delicacies based on your dietary preferences.
- Nanputuo Temple - Continue the tour with a visit to Nanputuo Temple, a renowned Buddhist temple dating back to the 6th century. Follow your guide through the temple’s various complexes, learn about local religious culture and customs, and enjoy a short hike to the top for a stunning view of the beautiful coastal city.
- Huli Mountain Fort - Next, visit Hulishan Fortress, a significant historical site that defended Xiamen city during the Japanese Empire’s attack on China. Explore different sites, including the massive Krupp cannon installed during the Qing Dynasty, and other military hardware. Additionally, enjoy the spectacular view of the city over the harbor.
- Zhongshan Road Walking Street - Depending on your interests and available time, you may also choose to visit the shopping street at Zhongshan Road or the intriguing local market at the Eighth Seafood Market. After a wonderful visit, you will be returned to the cruise terminal or airport.

- Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Xiamen airport or cruise port pick and drop off
- Great local guide
- Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Xiamen airport or cruise port pick and drop off
- Great local guide
- Entrance fees to the site if needed
- Lunch or dinner
- Gratitudes
- Entrance fees to the site if needed
- Lunch or dinner
- Gratitudes
Utilize your brief stopover time in Xiamen by participating in this exclusive, personally tailored city tour. Opt to explore prominent sites such as Gulang Yu Island, the Nanputuo temple (South Putuo Temple), or the historic Qing Dynasty Fort among others. The flexible schedule and departure time adapt to your timetable, giving you a chance to explore…
Utilize your brief stopover time in Xiamen by participating in this exclusive, personally tailored city tour. Opt to explore prominent sites such as Gulang Yu Island, the Nanputuo temple (South Putuo Temple), or the historic Qing Dynasty Fort among others. The flexible schedule and departure time adapt to your timetable, giving you a chance to explore the charming city of Xiamen with the guidance of a friendly local. The tour includes hassle-free private transportation right from your doorstep and a delightful local lunch or dinner.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You are responsible to apply for the necessary (transit ) visa in order to get off the ship or exit from the airport
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.