Overview
Been China's marine door to exotic cultures since ancient times, Quanzhou is one of the most famous historical and cultural cities in China. While you are in Xiamen, spend full-day with an expert guide to explore the famous historical highlights in Quanzhou, visit the famed Kaiyuan Buddhism Temple, one of the top ten Muslim holy sites of Qingjing Mosque, the nearby Guandi Temple Quanzhou Maritime Museum.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional tour guide
- Entrance ticket fees
- Chinese lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Meet local expert guide from your Xiamen downtown hotel at 8:30am to start the Quanzhou Highlights sihgtseeing. Due to the special location, Quanzhou has been China's marine door to exotic cultures since ancient times. As the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian, Kaiyuan Temple has attracted many domestic and foreign travelers who are interested in Buddhist culture. You will firstly follow your guide to explore this fairly complete set of courtyard galleries. Continue sightseeing to the Qingjing Mosque, also named Ashab Mosque, it was initially built in 1009 and today is the oldest Arab-style mosque in China. Later stroll around the nearby Guandi Temple dedicated to Guan Yu, and visit the only museum in China specializing in overseas relations, the Quanzhou Maritime Museum. Afterwards, local guide will transfer you back to Xiamen and drop off at your hotel to conclude the trip.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately