Fuzhou Wuyishan Mountain & Xiamen 6 Days Tour

Detailed Itinerary: Today you will explore the natural scenery and traditional streets in Fuzhou. You will visit the West Lake Park,Yu Mountian and Hualin Temple. You have free time at Three Lanes and Seven Alleys and Nan Hou Street for the rest of the day.

West Lake Park: The oldest classical Garden in Fuzhou built more than 1,700 years ago. The area of West Lake Park is about 4 hectares and the water area is over 30 hectares, there are three islands known as Kuaihua Yu, Xieping Yu and the Yaojiao Yu. The Dragon Boat Races are held in West Lake during the Dragon Boat Festival every year. 

Yushan Mountain & White Tower: Yushan Mountain is located in the center of Fuzhou's downtown area, it has been an attraction since China’s Warring States period (476-221 BC),  has a number of historical sites, including a white tower, temples, platforms, wells, palaces and over 100 stone inscriptions. 

Hualin Temple: Located on the southern slopes of Mount Pingshan in the north of Fuzhou, It was built in 964, Its main hall is known as the oldest surviving wooden building in south China and was confirmed as an important heritage site under state protection in 1982.  It is an important symbol of Sino-Japanese cultural communication, exerting great influence on Japanese architecture in 12th century.

Three Lanes and Seven Alleys & Nanhou Street: Three Lanes and Seven Alleys is a typical example of city street system of ancient China. The Nanhou Street is the central axis, the original three lanes were in the west and the seven alleys are in the east.   The lanes refer to Wenru Lane, Yijin Lane, and Guanglu Lane, whereas the alleys are Huang Alley, Gong Alley, Yangqiao Alley, Langguan Alley, Ta Alley, Anmin Alley, and Jipi Alley. As Jiqi Alley, Yangqiao Alley and Guanglu Lane have been reconstructed into driveways, now only two lanes and five alleys are preserved.

Detailed Itinerary: Today you will be transferred to Wuyishan. It takes 2 hours by train. You will have a bamboo rafting on the Nine Bend Stream. Afterwards you can stroll on the ancient street near Wuyi Palace. You are free for leisure for the rest of the day.

The Nine Bend Stream: The total length of  the stream is 9.5 kilometers. The clear stream forms a delightful contrast with the curvaceous cliffs and many unusual rock formations, In the 2010 UNESCO list of world heritage sites, Wuyishan Mountain was recorded as a natural World Heritage Site as part of China's Danxia landform. The rafting we will take is a leisure rafting,

Wuyi Palace: The raft tours end is Wuyi Palace. It is named after an oldest taoist temple that was first built between 742-755 in the Tang Ddynasty. In the old days, sacrificial ceremonies were held in honor of Lord Wuyi and the Venerable Royal Lady. Now it is known as the Tour Bus Terminal. 

A 300 meter street in the style of the Song Dynasty architecture at Wuyi Palace has all kinds of small gift shops, it is a nice place to spend rest of the time for today.

Wuyishan Holiday Resort: There are two hotels here. Wuyi Mountain Villa and Wuyi Mountain Yeohwa Resort. We will stay overnight in one of them. These hotels are best available few hotels located in Wuyishan Scenic Area. They are located near the Wuyi Palace.

Detailed Itinerary: You will go to the summit of Wuyishan to explore the beautiful waterfall of the Water Curtain Cave. Later, you will take train to Xiamen.

Heavenly Tour Peak: Stone steps goes all the way to the summit, which is 700 meters above sea level, the narrowest walkway is only 30 cm.  Visitors access to the biodiversity protection area is controlled.  Peaks in the western portion of the Wuyi Mountains typically consist of volcanic or plutonic rocks, whereas peaks and hills in the eastern area are made up of red sandstone with very steep slopes but flat tops (Danxia landform).

Water Curtain Cave: The landscape of Wuyishan Mountain is characterized by winding river valleys flanked by columnar or dome-shaped cliffs as well as cave systems.   We will visit one of these beautiful caves today.

Xiamei Ancient Village: Wuyishan Mountain is the Start of the Ancient Tea Road. Xiamei Village was listed as one of China’s Famous Villages with Historical and Cultural Significance on 16th September 2005. From Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Xiamei Village was a tea marketing hub of the Ancient Tea Road.

Detailed Itinerary: Free time in Xiamen. Your hotel is situated near the Zeng Cuo An Beach where lots of beach activities are available.

Coast Road: Coast Road otherwise known as Huandao Road in Chinese. Is about as close to the ocean-front as you can get and the view is splendid.

Waterfront Plank: This Waterfront Plank is 6 kilometers long and stretches from Hulishan Fort, Pearl Bay Garden, Calligraphy Square, Zeng Cuo An Beach, Musician Square, Baishi Fort relics, Sun Bay Beach and Huangcuo Rock Beach. 

This waterfront plank is divided into two parts. The waterfront bridge is built on shoreline cliffs, and the trail is built on beach.  Enjoy your time here. You can rent a bike and ride on trails specially designed for you only!

Zeng Cuo An Beach: Zeng Cuo An area has attracted more and more people to visit.  We recommend Red Armadillo for you to spend the rest time of the night on Zeng Cuo An beach.  It servies the best Mexican food in Xiamen. The fusion of American chunky meats plus Mexican chili makes a wonderful combination for the Xiamen’s latest beach cultured food this year.

Detailed Itinerary: You will be picked up from your hotel at 8:30AM, you will then go to visit South Putuo Temple. You will also have the opportunity to take photos outside the beautiful campus of Xiamen University whilst visiting. Afterwards, you will take a ferry to visit the beautiful Island of Gulangyu. Later today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

South Putuo Temple: Situated on 515 Siming South Road, The South Putuo Temple faces the sea.  It is the most famous temple in Xiamen.  The vegetarian Cuisine in Nanputuo Temple is something you can try for dinner tonight.  Famous dishes include taro paste with dried seaweed, Luohan (a kind of fruit used in Chinese medicine), corn with pine nuts, tempeh stuffed in bamboo, and roasted, marinated flowers. 

Xiamen University: It was founded in 1921 by Tan Kah Kee, the well-known overseas Chinese leader. It was the first university in the history of modern Chinese education to be founded by an overseas Chinese. With its campus running along the seashore at the foot of mountains, the campus is regarded as the most beautiful campus in China.

Gulangyu Island: Renowned for its delicate natural beauty, ancient relics, and varied architectures.