Xiamen + Zhangzhou + Quanzhou + Wuyi Mountains Discovery Tour
World Heritage & Living Traditions of Fujian — 12 Days (JFK Departure)
Follow Fujian’s cultural thread from a seafaring port heritage to UNESCO Tulou communities and Wuyi’s sacred landscapes. This 12-day small-group itinerary highlights Minnan architecture, Maritime Silk Road history, folk beliefs, tea culture, and hands-on intangible heritage experiences.
This itinerary is a suggestion — our travel specialists can tailor it to your preferences, interests, and pace.
Tour Highlights
UNESCO World Heritage Tulou communities – Yunshuiyao and the Tianluokeng cluster (“four dishes and one soup”), showcasing clan architecture and rural life.
Quanzhou Maritime Silk Road heritage – Kaiyuan Temple, West Street, and a traditional puppet performance rooted in local folk culture.
Wuyi Mountains World Heritage landscape – Tianyou Peak hiking, Nine-Bend River bamboo rafting, and immersive tea culture experience.
Gulangyu Island historic quarter – colonial-era streetscapes, garden heritage, and preserved urban history.
Hands-on intangible cultural heritage – Huihe shadow-carving craft experience, connecting travelers with living traditions.
Pricing – World Heritage & Living Traditions of Fujian
| Tour Duration | Select (Land Only) | Elite (Land Only) | Select (All-Inclusive) | Elite (All-Inclusive) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Days (5-9 Travelers) | $2,100 | $2,300 | $3,799 | $4,099 |
| 12 Days (10-15 Travelers) | $1,600 | $1,799 | $3,399 | $3,599 |
Pricing Notes
- •Prices may vary if not departing from JFK.
- •Tour pricing is based on private small groups.
- •Final price may vary by season, hotel availability, and rooming preferences.
- •Single-room supplements are available upon request.
Suggested 12-Day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Depart from the United States (JFK) — International flight to Xiamen Meals: In flight / airline |
| Day 2 | Arrive in Xiamen — check-in → Zhongshan Road Arcade Street → back to hotel Meals: Dinner |
| Day 3 | Gulangyu Island — World Architecture Expo streets → Gangzaihou Beach → Shuzhuang Garden → Bānpó Building → return Meals: All meals included |
| Day 4 | Xiamen City Culture — Nanputuo Temple → Hulishan Fortress → Zengcuo’an → Baijia Village Meals: All meals included |
| Day 5 | Huihe Shadow Carving → Zhangzhou Ancient City — craft experience → transfer to Zhangzhou Meals: All meals included |
| Day 6 | Yunshuiyao Tulou → Quanzhou (Luoyang Bridge) — Huaiyuan Lou → banyan trees → waterwheel → Hegui Lou → Quanzhou → Luoyang Bridge Meals: All meals included |
| Day 7 | Quanzhou Heritage + Puppet Show — Kaiyuan Temple → West Street → wooden puppet show → Guanyue Temple Meals: All meals included |
| Day 8 | Qingyuan Mountain → Xunpu Village → Wudian City Meals: All meals included |
| Day 9 | Travel to Wuyishan → Wuyi Old Street (train/transfer) Meals: All meals included |
| Day 10 | Wuyi World Heritage Day + Show — Tianyou Peak → Nine-Bend bamboo rafting → Song Street → Impression Da Hong Pao show Meals: All meals included |
| Day 11 | Tea Experience → Return to Xiamen — handicraft experience + rock tea blending → return to Xiamen Meals: All meals included |
| Day 12 | Xiamen Free Time + Departure — free time → airport transfer for departure Meals: Breakfast |
Tour Standards
Select Standard
- Private coach/van for the full itinerary (as arranged).
- International 4-star standard hotels (typical local 4-diamond level) with daily breakfast.
- Mid-range local restaurants; selected cultural meals included.
- English-speaking guide (standard level).
- All main scenic site tickets listed in the itinerary.
Elite standard
- Upgraded private vehicle standard (as arranged).
- International 5-star standard hotels (typical local 5-diamond level) with daily breakfast.
- Upgraded dining selections where available.
- Senior English-speaking guide (where available).
- All 4-Diamond inclusions + upgraded comfort and service level.
Availability
Departure dates are flexible for private groups. Seasonal best windows: Spring (Mar–May) and Autumn (Sep–Nov).
What’s Included
- Roundtrip international airfare (JFK–China–JFK) (if purchased as a package)
- Airport pickup & drop-off in China
- Accommodation in 4-Diamond or 5-Diamond standard hotels (double occupancy unless otherwise specified)
- Daily breakfasts and lunches/dinners per itinerary
- Private ground transportation and high-speed rail tickets per itinerary
- English-speaking tour guide service per itinerary standard
- Admission tickets to scenic sites listed
- Chinese visa fee & standard processing (with application guidance) (if purchased as a package)
- Complimentary basic accident insurance (where applicable)
What’s Not Included
- Optional activities during free time not listed in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (shopping, beverages, laundry, etc.)
- Tips for guides & drivers (at guest’s discretion)
- Comprehensive travel insurance (medical/cancellation; strongly recommended)
- Expedited visa processing fees (only if requested)
Important Notes
Itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, rail schedule changes, or other unforeseen conditions. Final arrangements are confirmed at booking. Loong Explorer, LLC acts as an independent travel agency and is not liable for acts or omissions of airlines, hotels, or other suppliers.
Service Availability (U.S.)
Due to state Seller-of-Travel registration laws, we currently do not solicit or accept bookings from residents of California, Florida, Hawaii, or Washington. This restriction applies regardless of trip departure point. We’ll update this notice as our coverage expands.