Recommended Yongding Tulou Day Trip
This day trip from Xiamen to Yongding offers a small, affordable tour for 2-8 people. Explore the Zhencheng Tower, a living museum of Hakka Tulou, and hear stories of its patriotic past from its keeper, Agenbo. Explore Fujian Tulou, China's circular Tulou, and Fujian World Heritage sites all at once, making for a hassle-free round trip.
Yongding Tulou Day Tour Highlights
• True Story: 70-year-old Tulou keeper A Gengbo shares his family heritage, bringing the tulou architectural journey to life.
• In-depth World Heritage: The I Ching-inspired layout of the outer circle and inner square, combined with four-layer firewalls, unlocks the secrets of the Yongding Tulou's UNESCO status.
• Immersive Experiences: Pray at the Tianhou Temple, experience engraving at the Hakka Family Instructions Museum, and find the movie-themed tulou with mission cards.
• A Photography Paradise: Red walls and black tiles, earthen rammed earth walls, and a circular skyline-create stunning photos at your fingertips.
• Luxurious Travel: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Xiamen, a 5-9 seat business car, mineral water, and accident insurance.
Yongding Tulou Day Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Xiamen - Yongding Tulou
Pick up at your hotel on Xiamen Island at 8:00 AM. Depart at 8:30 AM. The one-way trip takes 2-2.5 hours to reach the Yongding Tulou Prince Scenic Area.
At 11:00 AM, take the scenic area's electric car to Zhencheng Tower for a guided tour by the tower keeper:
① Tianhou Temple (10-15 minutes) - Hear stories of faith, from the "Goddess of the Sea" to the "Guardian Goddess of the Hakkas."
② Zhencheng Tower (40-50 minutes) - Decode the exterior's I Ching-style "circular outer circle, square inner wall" layout, firewalls, and sound holes; explore the interior's wisdom, including the atrium, water supply, kitchen, and storage.
③ A Gengbo Study (10 minutes) - Precious images showcase the memories of the tower's guardians and their love for their country.
12:30 45-60 minutes of free time to forage in the scenic area: Enjoy Tulou farmhouse cuisine or check out the only Tulou KFC.
1:30 1:00 PM - Visit the Hakka Family Precepts Museum (20 minutes) - Explore the inscriptions and architecture to appreciate the spirit of respecting culture and education, and passing on the family tradition of farming and studying.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Explore the village for 45-60 minutes. Use a mission card to find the Xiuzhen Tulou, guarded by the spirit woman, and claim your reward.
Return to the visitor center by electric car at 3:45 PM.
Return at 4:00 PM.
Arrive at your Xiamen hotel at 6:30 PM, concluding your trip
Yongding Tulou Day Tour Q&A
A: This tour focuses on Zhencheng Tower, the UNESCO-listed centerpiece of the Yongding Tulou. The journey takes only 2.5 hours. Small groups of 2-8 people include hotel pickup and drop-off. Experienced tulou keepers will explain the architectural wisdom of the Hakka tulou, making it an easy day trip to explore China's Hakka culture.
A:Departing from Xiamen early in the morning, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the round tulou and the light and shadow of the red walls. In the afternoon, ascend the tower to take aerial photos of the circular eaves, then explore the miniature tulou reminiscent of the movie, capturing the unique skyline of China's round tulou from multiple angles.
A: Our tour is direct by van, with electric shuttles available within the scenic area, minimizing walking distances. Our explanations are accessible and easy to understand, making them suitable for both adults and children. We offer the same standard of service as the Chengqi Tower tour, with no mandatory fees, allowing the whole family to experience the charm of Fujian's World Heritage without worry.
