
Yunshuiyao Ancient Town & Fujian Tulou
Walk through atmospheric Yunshuiyao Ancient Town, admire its old stone paths and banyan trees, and discover the remarkable Hegui Lou and Huaiyuan Lou earthen buildings.
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Chat on WhatsApp →Discover southern Fujian through UNESCO-listed earthen architecture, the charm of Gulangyu Island, atmospheric waterfront neighborhoods and Xiamen's beautiful coastal scenery.

Walk through atmospheric Yunshuiyao Ancient Town, admire its old stone paths and banyan trees, and discover the remarkable Hegui Lou and Huaiyuan Lou earthen buildings.

Explore Gulangyu along a specially selected route featuring seven photogenic locations, with an included travel photoshoot among historic villas, colorful streets and coastal scenery.

Watch the evening light transform Xiamen from the Yanwu Bridge Viewing Platform, then explore Shapowei's creative waterfront atmosphere, cafés and nostalgic harbor scenery.

Discover tropical plants at Xiamen Botanical Garden, experience the relaxed seaside atmosphere of Zengcuo'an and enjoy a scenic journey along Xiamen's coastal road.
Four days combining southern Fujian heritage, island scenery, photography, local neighborhoods and Xiamen's relaxed coastal character.
This is a suggested itinerary. We can customize your journey around your interests, travel dates and preferred pace.
| Day | Itinerary |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Xiamen → Private airport / railway station pickup → Hotel check-in → Free time |
| Day 2 | Xiamen → Yunshuiyao Ancient Town → Hegui Lou → Huaiyuan Lou → Return to Xiamen |
| Day 3 | Gulangyu Island → 7 Curated Photo Spots → Travel Photoshoot → Yanwu Bridge Viewing Platform → Shapowei |
| Day 4 | Xiamen Botanical Garden → Zengcuo'an → Huandao Road → Old Yard Folk Park → Private Departure Transfer |
Experience Xiamen and southern Fujian at a comfortable pace, balancing cultural discovery, photogenic scenery and relaxed coastal exploration.
Arrive at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport or Xiamen Railway Station, where your personal driver will meet you and provide a private transfer to your hotel.
After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to rest after your journey or explore the surrounding area at your own pace.
Overnight in Xiamen.

After breakfast, depart Xiamen and travel into the countryside of southern Fujian for a full-day exploration of Yunshuiyao Ancient Town.
Wander along old stone paths and peaceful waterways beneath impressive ancient banyan trees before visiting two remarkable examples of Fujian's traditional earthen architecture: Hegui Lou and Huaiyuan Lou.
Discover how these distinctive communal buildings were designed around family life, security and the traditions of local communities.
Return to Xiamen in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Xiamen.

After breakfast, take the ferry to Gulangyu Island and begin a specially selected route through seven photogenic locations.
Explore atmospheric streets, historic villas, colorful walls and beautiful coastal viewpoints while enjoying an included travel photoshoot along the way.
After returning to Xiamen Island, continue to the Yanwu Bridge Viewing Platform in the late afternoon for beautiful coastal and city views around sunset.
Finish the day in Shapowei, a former fishing harbor transformed into a creative waterfront neighborhood filled with cafés, small shops and artistic spaces.
Overnight in Xiamen.



After breakfast, visit Xiamen Botanical Garden and explore its lush tropical landscapes, distinctive plant collections and photogenic garden scenery.
Continue to Zengcuo'an, a lively seaside neighborhood known for small shops, snacks and its relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Enjoy a scenic drive along Huandao Road before visiting Old Yard Folk Park, where you can discover elements of southern Fujian's traditional culture and local life.
At the scheduled time, your private driver will transfer you to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport or the railway station for your onward journey.
Your Xiamen and Fujian journey comes to an end.

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