China tours & tailor-made travel
5 daysXiamen
Follow the Maritime Silk Road from island heritage to ancient port culture. Begin in Xiamen, a coastal city shaped by island life, overseas connections and southern Fujian traditions. Cross the water to Gulangyu, then continue to Quanzhou, one of medieval China’s great maritime ports. Explore temples connected with different faiths, walk through historic port neighborhoods and discover the living traditions of southern Fujian — a cultural landscape shaped by centuries of exchange across the sea.
Highlights
Written by the planner who runs this trip. Days marked with meals and where you sleep, so you can see what is actually arranged.
Meeting point · Xiamen airport or railway station pickup on arrival. Exact meeting details will be confirmed before travel.
Arrive in Xiamen and meet your driver or tour representative for a transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, choose an optional Lujiang River night cruise or a local food experience.
Take a ferry to Gulangyu and explore the island on foot, discovering its historic streets and distinctive coastal character. Visit Shuzhuang Garden and enjoy local snacks along Longtou Road before returning to Xiamen.
Travel from Xiamen to Quanzhou and explore Kaiyuan Temple, Guandi Temple, Tianhou Temple and historic West Street. The route introduces Quanzhou as a port city shaped by maritime exchange and diverse religious and cultural traditions.
Visit Xunpu Village, Wulin Traditional Village and Luojia Temple to explore the coastal communities, architecture and local traditions of southern Fujian. You may add a traditional floral headpiece experience in Xunpu Village.
Enjoy an optional visit to the Quanzhou Maritime Museum before leaving for your next destination. The journey ends in Quanzhou, with your departure transfer or onward arrangements confirmed according to your travel plans.
The practical things worth knowing before you commit.
The itinerary follows the coastal heritage of Xiamen and the historic port culture of Quanzhou. It focuses on island life, overseas connections, temples, historic neighborhoods and the southern Fujian traditions shaped by exchange across the sea.
The itinerary includes a ferry crossing from Xiamen to Gulangyu. The specific sailing and meeting arrangements will be confirmed for your travel date.
Gulangyu is explored on foot, including its streets and garden areas. The pace can be adjusted to the group, but comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Options include a Quanzhou puppet show, a local food experience, a Dragon and Tiger Lantern-making activity and a floral headpiece experience in Xunpu Village. Availability and any additional fees should be confirmed before booking.
The museum is an optional visit on Day 5 and is not included unless it is specifically listed in your final quotation.
The itinerary ends in Quanzhou on Day 5. Your departure point and any transfer to it should be confirmed according to your onward travel plans.
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