Sample Itineraries
Fujian Coast and Tea Hills: 8 Days, Xiamen + Tianluokeng + Wuyishan
Coastal lanes on Gulangyu, Hakka earthen roundhouses in the hills of southwest Fujian, and river gorges lined with tea bushes in Wuyishan.
- Duration
- 7 nights / 8 days
- Pace
- Moderate (2 of 4)
- Cities
- Xiamen → Tianluokeng → Wuyishan
- Best for
- Curious travellers wanting coastal and rural Fujian
Who this route is for
This route suits curious or returning travellers who want to explore beyond China's core metropolises at a moderate pace. Beginning with island walks and seafood in Xiamen, the journey moves inland to earthen tulou villages before finishing among the river valleys and tea terraces of Wuyishan. Distances are manageable by road and high-speed rail, giving plenty of quiet time in the countryside.
Reference prices
Price checked: 26 October 2026
- Independent
- From $2,300per person
- Private Guided
- From $3,700per person
2026 reference prices · reference price for 2 travelers sharing · international flights not included
Season, hotel level and group size change the price; your consultant quotes the exact trip.
Compare what each level includesThe route
- 1. Xiamen3 nights
- 2. Tianluokeng2 nights
- 3. Wuyishan2 nights
Private car
High-speed rail
Day by day
01
Arrive in Xiamen by the sea
Xiamen
Morning
Arrive at Xiamen Gaoqi airport and transfer by road to your hotel, with the morning kept clear for flights.
Afternoon
Unpack and take a slow stroll along the seafront promenade to settle into the subtropical coastal climate.
Evening
Walk along the harbour front for a bowl of shacha noodles or a relaxed seafood dinner at a local spot.
02
Car-free lanes on Gulangyu
Xiamen
Morning
Take the short ferry across to Gulangyu; tickets are issued in your name, so book ahead and carry your passport.
Afternoon
Wander through the island's car-free lanes, heritage villas and shaded gardens before heading up Sunlight Rock.
Evening
Ferry back to Xiamen for dinner near the waterfront and an easy evening in town.
03
Temple grounds and harbour alleys
Xiamen
Morning
Visit Nanputuo Temple at the foot of Wulao Peak, exploring the incense halls and wooded grounds.
Afternoon
Head to the old fishing neighbourhood of Shapowei to explore sheltered harbour alleys, craft shops and cafes.
Evening
An unhurried dinner in Siming district and time to pack before tomorrow's drive into the hills.
04
Inland to the earthen tulou
Tianluokeng
Morning
Set off by road into the hills of Nanjing County, a winding drive into the mountains of roughly two and a half to three hours.
Afternoon
Reach the Tianluokeng cluster, viewing the round and square earthen fortresses from the upper and lower lookouts.
Evening
Settle into a simple tulou guesthouse for home-cooked Hakka dishes and a quiet night in the hills.
05
Riverside villages and stone lanes
Tianluokeng
Morning
Head to Yunshuiyao ancient village to walk along the stream shaded by ancient banyan trees and visit riverside tulou.
Afternoon
Continue to Taxia village to follow the winding brook, footbridges and Hakka ancestral halls.
Evening
Return to your guesthouse for another quiet evening listening to the mountain breezes.
06
High-speed rail to the tea mountains
Wuyishan
Morning
Drive to Longyan station and board the high-speed train to Wuyishan North, spending roughly two and a half to three hours on the train.
Afternoon
Arrive in Wuyishan after the longer travel leg, transfer to your hotel near the national park area and take time to rest.
Evening
A light dinner of local mountain dishes, resting up for tomorrow on the river.
07
River gorges and Dahongpao rock tea
Wuyishan
Morning
Board a traditional bamboo raft for a drift along the Nine Bend River beneath sheer red sandstone cliffs.
Afternoon
Take a gentle walk through the valley to see the original Dahongpao mother tea bushes, followed by a local rock tea tasting.
Evening
An easy evening relaxing at the hotel or taking a stroll through the quiet resort area.
08
Departure from Wuyishan
Wuyishan
Morning
Depending on your schedule, spend a free morning visiting a local tea shop or taking a final walk along the stream.
Afternoon
Transfer to Wuyishan airport or Wuyishan North railway station for your onward connection.
Evening
Depart on your onward flight or continue by rail across China.
2026 reference prices
Two ways to take this route.
Your final price depends on hotels, car arrangements and what you ask for — usually a little above this, sometimes more.
Independent
From $2,300
per person · reference price for 2 travelers sharing · international flights not included
- Guide
- No full-time guide; add a guide for set times or sights
- Car
- On request
Private Guided
From $3,700
per person · reference price for 2 travelers sharing · international flights not included
- Guide
- English-speaking private guide throughout
- Car
- Private car throughout
Included on both
- Hotels selected by us, confirmed by you, usually with breakfast
- Transport inside China: high-speed rail, domestic flights and transfers, including 12306 handling
- Entrance tickets for the sights in your itinerary
- Restaurant bookings made ahead where China requires it
- 24h WhatsApp / WeChat support while you travel, plus the LocalKey app
Not included
- International flights — we can book them on request, quoted separately
- Visa fees — many passports can enter China visa-free. Check your passport
- Personal spending and shopping
- Travel insurance
Tipping is not customary in China. There are no tips in your price, and you do not need to tip anyone who looks after you during your trip.
Make it yours
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Every sample here can be shortened, stretched, or rebuilt around what you care about.
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