Xiamen: Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple & Luoyang Bridge Tour
ID: GYG1024788-1582740
Category:
Country: South Korea
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the cultural charm of Quanzhou on a guided tour from Xiamen. Explore Xunpu Village, visit Kaiyuan Temple, and see Luoyang Bridge, one of the Four Great Ancient Bridges of China.
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Xiamen. Cross the Xiamen Xiang'an Subsea Tunnel or the Xiang'an Bridge, depending on the route arranged by your guide. Enjoy a scenic 80-minute drive to Xunpu Village, a small fishing village in Quanzhou City.
Discover the unique charm of Xunpu Village, where the inhabitants are descendants of ancient Arabs. Women in the village wear beautiful floral hairpins and clove earrings, donning loose blouses and wide-legged pants. Experience the local folk customs and lifestyle, and admire the distinctive "Oyster Shell Houses." Ladies will receive a floral arrangement as a gift, immersing themselves in the folk customs of Xunpu Fishing Village.
Next, head to a downtown restaurant for lunch. Afterward, visit Kaiyuan Temple, an important cultural relic on the southeastern coast of China and one of the larger Buddhist temples in Fujian Province. Founded in 686 AD, the temple features structures built during the Ming and Qing dynasties, covering an area of 78,000 square meters.
Stand high above West Street, overlooking the thousand-year-old Kaiyuan Temple, and gaze upon West Street while recalling the prosperity of Quanzhou in its heyday. West Street is one of the earliest developed streets and areas in Quanzhou, retaining many historical buildings. Sample local snacks as you explore.
Finally, visit Luoyang Bridge, one of the Four Great Ancient Bridges of China. Originally known as the Wan'an Bridge, it is a masterpiece of ancient Han Chinese bridge construction. Learn about its history and admire its advanced structural techniques.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the local customs of Xunpu Village with a local guide
- Visit the Kaiyuan Temple, a significant Buddhist temple in Fujian Province
- Explore Luoyang Bridge, one of the Four Great Ancient Bridges of China
- Enjoy a scenic drive from Xiamen, crossing the Xiang'an Subsea Tunnel
- Discover the secrets of Quanzhou with a local guide leading the way
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Free pick-up and drop-off service from hotels within Xiamen Island
Guests from some hotels may need to walk to the nearest pickup point to board the vehicle
For those staying near the airport or Wuyuan Bay, please proceed to the designated location on your own
INCLUDED
- Exclusive vehicle for the entire journey
- hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Adults include the first-entry tickets to the attractions/venues listed in the itinerary
- Professional Mandarin-speaking guide
NOT INCLUDED
- personal expenses
- Entertainment activities within the scenic area are not included
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.