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Experience Xiamen's Sacred South Putuo Temple

Immerse yourself in the profound tranquility of South Putuo Temple (Nanputuo Temple), Xiamen's most iconic Buddhist landmark. Step into a world of ancient architecture, sacred incense, and breathtaking cultural heritage. Whether you are seeking a peaceful spiritual retreat, a guided historical sightseeing tour, or a perfect addition to your Gulangyu Island itinerary, our curated Xiamen experiences offer something extraordinary. Discover hidden zen gardens, explore historic landmarks, and connect with local traditions through premium private tours and expert-led cultural excursions. Book your unforgettable journey to this spiritual sanctuary today!

4.96/5 avg ratingTours from $14717 unique experiences94% private tours

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Rating

Rating

4.96★ average

92% positive sentiment across 23 reviews

Tour Price

Tour Price

$183–$244 typical

Median price is $199, with a spread of $147–$282

Tour Type

Tour Type

94% private tours

100% are cultural and historical sightseeing tours

Tour Length

Tour Length

8–8.4 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

82% free cancellation

82% also offer instant confirmation

Languages

Languages

7 languages offered

Includes English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and French

17 Products

Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch

Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch

8 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.83 (18 reviews)
92.27%
7.73%
spectacularwonderful dayvery enjoyable
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$199
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Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch
Summary

A 8-hour private tour will take you to explore all the highlights of Xiamen. You will first take a ferry to Gulangyu Island, from there you will climb onto the highest peak-Sunlight Rock, visit the unique seaside park-the Shuzhuang Garden and the only Piano Museum in China. In the afternoon you will...

Inclusions
  • Insurance: China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance during the tour
  • Transport between attractions, including pickup and return to your hotel (within the Xiamen main island)
  • Government taxes & fees
  • Professional, passionate English speaking tour guide service
  • Chinese lunch at popular local restaurant
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals which are not indicated in the itinerary
  • Gratuities to the tour guide & driver (usually CNY100 per person per day for each of them, please tip them separately.). It is not compulsory but would be a great encouragement for them
Itinerary
  • Gulangyu Island
  • Riguang Mountain
  • Xiamen Shuzhuang Garden
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Huli Mountain Fort
  • Kulangsu Huandao Road
Good to know
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

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

4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way

4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way

5 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
Great servicegreat
Viator
$115
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4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way
Summary

Make full use of your short stay in Xiamen by taking this fully customized half day tour with the local expert guide. Experience the city like a local by visiting the beautiful parks, famed temple, memorial hall, markets as well as some of magnificent historic sites and attractions. Get a great over...

Inclusions
  • downtown Xiamen hotel pick and drop off
  • Local transport ( For a group of 1-5 pax you will travel in the local premier Uber)
  • Local Transport ( For a group more than 5 pax, private MPV van will be provided).
  • Great local guide
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees if apply
  • Food or drinks)
Itinerary
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Huli Mountain Fort
  • Zhongshan Road Walking Street
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Dress code is smart casual, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy

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

Xiamen Private Customized Day Tour with Old and New Highlights

Xiamen Private Customized Day Tour with Old and New Highlights

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (2 reviews)
100%
0%
Viator
$155
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Xiamen Private Customized Day Tour with Old and New Highlights
Summary

Spend the wonderful one day private tour to discover the beautiful coastal city Xiamen from its old and modern perspectives , from its colonial building on the famed Gulangyu Island to the modern architecture along Lu Jiang River, from the classic Shuzhuang Garden to the Charming Beach view along Hu...

Inclusions
  • Experienced driver with air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel or cruise port pick and drop off
  • Local tasty lunch or dinner ( Only if " Tour with Lunch " or " Tour with Dinner" is booked)
  • Great local guide
Exclusions
  • Ferry tickets and entrance fees if need go to Gulanyu island
  • Lunch or Dinner ( If the " Tour with Lunch" or " Tour with dinner" is not booked)
  • After 8hour tour, extra hour USD25.00 will be appllied
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Gulangyu Island
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Zeng Cuo An Village
  • Kulangsu Huandao Road
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Dress code is smart casual, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy

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

4h-8h Private Layover Adventures: Xiamen’s Urban & Island Gems

4h-8h Private Layover Adventures: Xiamen’s Urban & Island Gems

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$188
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4h-8h Private Layover Adventures: Xiamen’s Urban & Island Gems
Summary

Experience magnificent Jiayuguan Fortress and Xuanbi Great Wall on this private full day tour from Zhangye. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore the Great Wall Museum to get the deep understanding about the Silk Road and the Great Wall of China. Stroll around the inter city and outer city at Jia...

Inclusions
  • Round Trip Airport Transfer
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
  • Gratuites
  • Accommodation
Itinerary
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Gulangyu Island
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Xiamen Private One Day Tailor Made Tour with Gulangyu and City Highlights

Xiamen Private One Day Tailor Made Tour with Gulangyu and City Highlights

8 hrsPrivate tour
0
Viator
$176
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Xiamen Private One Day Tailor Made Tour with Gulangyu and City Highlights
Summary

Spend the amazing and memorable one day 8-hour private tour to discover the beautiful coastal city Xiamen. Visit the UNSECO site Gulangyu Island and other popular attractions such as Nanputuo Buddhist Temple, Zhongshan road pedestrian street, Old finishing village, beautiful beach and more. Experien...

Inclusions
  • Local transport(For 1-4 pax you will be premiuem uber taxi, for 5 or more pax private mpv included)
  • Local tasty lunch ( Only if " Tour with Lunch " is booked)
  • Round trip ferry tickets to Gulanyu Island
  • Downtown Xiamen hotel pickup and drop off
  • Entrance fee to Shuzhuang garden
  • Great local guide
Exclusions
  • Food or drinks ( If the " Tour with Lunch" is not booked)
  • City sites attraction ticket if apply
  • The tour is about 8-hour, if you want to extend after 8-hour there will be USD 25.00 per hour
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Gulangyu Island
  • Xiamen Shuzhuang Garden
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Zeng Cuo An Village
  • Zhongshan Road Walking Street
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Dress code is smart casual, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Private Day Tour: Xiamen City Highlights including Gulangyu Island

Private Day Tour: Xiamen City Highlights including Gulangyu Island

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$189
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Private Day Tour: Xiamen City Highlights including Gulangyu Island
Summary

Enjoy one day of leisure time at the beautiful coastal city of Xiamen. Set at a comfortable pace, this tour reveals to you not only the city’s charm but also the history and stories behind it. Personal English-speaking tour guide, air-conditioned vehicle with separate driver, and entrance fees inclu...

Inclusions
  • Private vehicle
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Gulangyu Island
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Xiamen Day Tour to Nanputuo Temple, Huli Mountain Fort and Gulangyu Island

Xiamen Day Tour to Nanputuo Temple, Huli Mountain Fort and Gulangyu Island

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$192
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Xiamen Day Tour to Nanputuo Temple, Huli Mountain Fort and Gulangyu Island
Summary

Art, history, food and picturesque attractions, Xiamen has it all. If you only have one day free, book this private day trip to discover the region's highlights with a local professional guide. Explore three of Xiamen's most must-see attractions:Nanputuo Temple, Huli Mountain Fort and Gulangyu Islan...

Inclusions
  • Driver with private car
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Admission tickets
Exclusions
  • Gratuities(optional)
Itinerary
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Huli Mountain Fort
  • Xiamen University
  • Gulangyu Island
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

One Day Wonderful Xiamen City Tour

One Day Wonderful Xiamen City Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$250
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One Day Wonderful Xiamen City Tour
Summary

You have seen the prosperity and enthusiasm of these large modern cities. Instead of showing you another one of these, the tour is going to take you to a small island at Xiamen (Amoy) named Kulangsu, remnant of old Amoy (now Xiamen), one of China's old treaty port cities.

Inclusions
  • Knowledgeable English-speaking guide
  • Entrance Fees to the listed attractions
  • Private transfer with air-conditioned van and experienced driver
Exclusions
  • Lunch (from $5-$20) is not included, but guide can help to book seat and order food if needed
Itinerary
  • Gulangyu Island
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Huli Mountain Fort
Good to know
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

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

1-Day Xiamen City Highlights and Gulangyu Island Private Tour

1-Day Xiamen City Highlights and Gulangyu Island Private Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$244
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1-Day Xiamen City Highlights and Gulangyu Island Private Tour
Summary

Visit highlights of Xiamen including the Gulangyu island,South putuo temple and Hulishan battery scenic spot with this private day tour from Xiamen. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Xiamen hotel.

Inclusions
  • The private car & private guide
  • The entrance ticket and shuttle bus
Itinerary
  • Xiamen
  • Gulangyu Island
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Huli Mountain Fort
  • Xiamen
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy

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

Xiamen Private Tour: Gulangyu Island & Tailored City Highlights

Xiamen Private Tour: Gulangyu Island & Tailored City Highlights

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$246
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Xiamen Private Tour: Gulangyu Island & Tailored City Highlights
Summary

Unveil the breathtaking scenery and profound cultural heritage of Xiamen on our exclusive one-day private tour. Don't worry about a rushed schedule—our meticulously planned itinerary ensures you can tick off all the city's top attractions in just one day! From the UNESCO-listed Gulangyu Island, a ha...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • English speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Ferry ticket
  • Private Tour
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance Fee to Island, Jiaoshu Garden and Piano Museum, South Putuo Temple
Exclusions
  • Accommodation
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Xiamen
  • Gulangyu Island
  • Nanputuo Temple
  • Huandao Road Muzhan Avenue
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please note Forbidden city is not open on Monday, you can choose to visit Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace or other sites instead
Cancellation Policy

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

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