Private Day Tour Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster and Taxia Village from Xiamen
The countryside around Xiamen is known for its tulou clusters, ancient circular buildings built by rural Hakka Chinese communities centuries ago Visit a few of these remarkable Chinese landmarks and immerse yourself in the life and rhythms of rural China, far from the crowded Xiamen city streets Visit the Tianluokeng tulou cluster and the impressive five-story Yuchanglou, and take a leisurely walk through the riverside village of Taxia
Meet your private guide in hotel's lobby in Xiamen, and head up to the famous Tulou attraction directly (around 2-hour driving distance). Upon arrival at the Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster, take an overview at the top of the mountain (view platform) Tianluokeng Hakka cluster, located in Shuyang Town. The castle, composed primarily of four roundhouses plus one rectangular earthen house, which is named 4 dishes and 1 soup. It is one of the most magnificent and well-preserved Hakka houses in the area. After that, roam around the Tianluokeng Hakka cluster to have a look at day-to-day life in the area.
Then takes a break and enjoy a delightful lunch at the local home-cooked restaurant among the beautiful tea garden. Refresh yourself from the delicious local cuisine as well as the peaceful countryside view. Continue 15 minutes drive to Xiaban Village, visit Yuchanglou. The Yuchanglou Tulou is the oldest amongst those existing in Fujian Province is commonly called the "Leaning Tulou". Soon after the earthen building was completed, the wood pillar in the corridor above the second floor began to slope to two sides, reaching its angle limit- 15 degrees! Though the whole building appears to the eye to be falling over!
Then pass Taxia village (one of the beautiful villages build along a stream), roaming at this water village, visit Zhang's clan ancestral hall, which is listed among the key culture relics protected under national level. Afterward, you will return to your hotel in Xiamen city around 6:00 pm.
- The countryside around Xiamen is known for its tulou clusters, ancient circular buildings built by rural Hakka Chinese communities centuries ago
- Visit a few of these remarkable Chinese landmarks and immerse yourself in the life and rhythms of rural China, far from the crowded Xiamen city streets
- Visit the Tianluokeng tulou cluster and the impressive five-story Yuchanglou, and take a leisurely walk through the riverside village of Taxia
- Group Restrictions: infant : Age 1–2 adult : Age 3–90
Meals Tips for the driver and tour guide Any services not mentioned
