Overview
Take the great opportunity of visiting Fujian’s famous Tulou cluster (Earth Building) from Xiamen, travel with your local knowledgeable guide to explore UNESCO site at Yuchang and Tianluokeng Tulou village located in Nanjing county. Explore the amazing ancient Hakka houses and appreciate the beautiful countryside scenery away from the city; savor a delightful local lunch in the town and gain a great insight into the local fascinating history, culture and life. Exclusive private tour with flexible departure time and convenient door to door transfers are included.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Entrance fee as listed in the itinerary
- Experienced driver with air-conditioned comfortable car
- Great Local guide
- Xiamen city pickup and drop off
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- If need take lunch pay as actual on site
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Start your great day excursion with the convenient pick up you from your Xiamen place. Travel in the clean and air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy about 2-hour relaxing ride to Nanjing county, appreciate the beautiful scenery on the way. Upon arrival , start to explore Tianluokeng village ,explore different complex of the ancient Tulou house ,immerse yourself in the spectacular ancient Hakka house architecture and marvel at its genius design from the old days, walk around the old houses and learn the traditional “ cluster lifestyle” from the locals, interact with the friendly inhabitants in the house and experience the true, authentical life that locals live. Head to the highest viewpoint of the village and appreciate a stunning bird eye view of the five Tulou cluster among the beautiful hill terrace, admire the “Fengshui” design of the complex with five important Chinese elements from the ancient times. Take some best photos on the spot. Next, take a break and enjoy a delightful local lunch from the home-cooked restaurant, sit among the beautiful tea garden, revitalize yourself with the delicious local cruise and refresh yourself with the peaceful countryside view.
Stop 2
Continue the visit to YuChang Tulou, one of the oldest Tulou in Fujian. Built in the 13th century of Ming Dynasty, it has been leaning at its 15 degree for over 700 years and got its fame as the “China No.1 Tower “. Spend some time and explore this wonderful old residence once used to be the residences of five different families from Liu, Luo Zhang, Tang, Fan, learn its unique round-shaped design and admire the amazing Chinese ancient architecture. You may also enjoy a leisure walk along its souvenir streets to check out some of the local crafts, trinkets etc. After the great day, you will enjoy a nice journey back with the convenient drop off at your place in Xiamen.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness