Hakka Tulou Private Day Tour of Yunshuiyao Ancient Village and Hekeng Tulou

Xiamen, China
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesKorean, Chinese, Japanese, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Hakka people's distinctive homes, called tulou, have a storied past and one today is a prime tourist attraction.

Yunshuiyao Old Town, Yún shǔi yáo gu zhen , also known as The Knot Town had obtained its fame through a popular Chinese movie called Yún shǔi yáo which had won the Best Film in the 2007 Golden Rooster Awards. Yún shǔi yáo literally means "The Song of the Clouds and Waters", mainly elaborates a loving story in 1960s in old times of China.

Hekeng Tulou Cluster, one of the most incredible Tulou clusters, inscribed as one of the 46 Fujian Tulou World Heritage Sites. Having a birds’ eye view of the Hekeng Tulou Cluster, you will find the huge “T” earth buildings spreading between green mountains and clean water, adding a field to this magnificent scenery.

Options

English Guide

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French Guide

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Japanese Guide

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Korean Guide

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Mandarin Chinese Guide

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What's included

  • Experienced tour guide
  • Pick-up and send-off services in downtown Xiamen
  • Local transportation with private vehicle & skilled driver
  • Entrance ticket fees
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Yun Shui Yao Ancient Town
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Your professional privater guide will pick you up at your Xiamen hotel, and then take a 2.5-hour scenic drive to the idyllic Yunshuiyao Ancient Town where you will get to know the history and related culture in the area. A tasty local lunch will be offered to you here.
  2. Huaiyuan Tower
    45m · Admission ticket included
    After lunch, visiting Yunshuiyao ancient town, continue your visit to Huaiyuan Tower. Spend about 30 minutes and then continue your next visit to other sites in the area.
  3. Hegui Building
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Continue your visit to Hegui Lou, a key cultural heritage structure under state protection. The building was constructed in 1732, and you can take a virtual tour to see the amazing Fujian Tulou.
  4. Hekeng Tulou hakka houses cluster
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Go ahead to visit Hekeng Tulou Cluster, a village with 13 tulou. It is one of the 10 sites collectively inscribed as the "Fujian Tulou" on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is indeed a complete village, with a dozen or so full-size tulou, plus some smaller adobe buildings.

    Your tour then ends with return transport to your hotel in Xiamen.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

You will be picked up at the place you stay in Xiamen. If your hotel is not in the pickup list please mentioned the hotel name and address while make the booking.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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