Xiamen Must-See : Gulangyu + Nanputuo Temple Private 1-Day Tour (Optional Group Tour)
Option 1 :Private Tour (Chinese/English Guide)
Embark on a private - group one - day tour from downtown Xiamen, visiting Nanputuo Temple and Shuzhuang Garden on Gulangyu Island. In the morning, the private car will pick you up at the designated location in Xiamen city on time. First, we'll head to Nanputuo Temple, a millennium - old Buddhist sanctuary in southern Fujian. Backed by picturesque peaks and facing the azure harbor, it boasts superb scenery. Here, you can offer prayers devoutly and experience the solemnity and tranquility of Buddhist culture.
After that, we'll drive to Xiagu Pier and take a ferry to Gulangyu Island, known as the "Garden on the Sea." Upon arrival, we'll go straight to Shuzhuang Garden. Originally the private garden of Taiwanese tycoon Lin Erjia, it ingeniously integrates the sea into the garden, combining the exquisite elegance of a Jiangnan - style courtyard with the majestic sight of seagulls soaring. As you stroll through it, you can visit the Piano Museum and feel the perfect fusion of music and gardens.
After the tour of Shuzhuang Garden, you're free to wander around Gulangyu Island and soak up its unique charm. If time permits, you could head to Longtou Road Snack Street to taste authentic Minnan snacks (at your own expense). In the late afternoon, the private car will take you back to downtown Xiamen, concluding this fulfilling and wonderful one - day trip.
Option 2 :Group Tour (Chinese)
Your driver and guide will pick you up at the hotel as planned(Free door-to-door pickup and drop-off services are available within Siming District/Huli District on the island. Those outside the island areas need to gather at designated locations.). First, visit Nanputuo Temple for a prayer (it's reservation-based; if no slots, you'll go to the Mountain-and-Sea Trail instead).
Then, head to Xiagu Ferry Terminal, board a ferry to Gulangyu Island (ferry time depends on actual tickets).
On the island, explore the US Consulate site, the Most Beautiful Corner, the Boathouse, Sanhe Palace Cliff Inscriptions, and the Municipal Council ruins. Next, find local food at Longtou Road Snack Street (lunch not included).
After lunch, visit Ma Yuehan Square, the Foreigners' Ball Field, Gangzaihou Beach, and Shuzhuang Garden (with its Piano Museum). Then, go to Tangli Handicraft Shop to get a Gulangyu lucky pouch (you can also browse local specialties or have 20 minutes of free time).
Later, tour Yuyuan and the Lin Qiaozhi Memorial Hall, followed by the Catholic Church, Union Church, and the former Japanese and Spanish consulate sites.
The tour ends. You'll return to Xiamen by vehicle and be dropped off at your hotel.
Tips:
I. About Departure Time:
The standard departure time is about 9:00 AM daily, and your private tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. As a customized itinerary, both departure and touring times are flexible. After placing your order, you can negotiate with customer service to adjust to a more suitable departure time. During holidays, it is recommended to depart earlier to avoid peak crowds.
II. About End Time:
The itinerary usually ends and arrives back at the hotel around 5:00 PM. The actual return time will be flexibly adjusted based on the departure time and the progress of the tour, with an overall service duration of 8-9 hours.
III. About Pick-up and Drop-off Areas:
We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off services within the city area (within the Xiamen Siming and Huli district). If the service exceeds this area, additional fees will be involved, and the specific amount will be confirmed with you by customer service after order confirmation.
