Private Tour
Private Day Tour To Tianluokeng Tulou from Xiamen Including Lunch
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy the picturesque of the "Four Dishes and One Soup"- Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster, visit the “rickety building”- Yuchang Building and stroll in the Taxia water village in a 9-hour private tour with your private knowledgeable Tulou travel guide. Having a local lunch together with the Hakka families while sitting inside the earth building will help you to better understand the local inhabitant's life and the history of Hakka Earth Buildings.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Zhangzhou Tianluokeng Village
After breakfasts, your private guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby. Sit back and relax in a well maintained, air conditioned non smoking private vehicle for a 2.5-hour drive. You will learn from your knowledgeable Tulou travel guide about the history of the Tulou (Hakka Earth Buildings), the local life of the Hakka people, some basic facts of the earth buildings you will visit and other things you should know for this tour. Get off the vehicle, you will first go to the viewing platform to have a bird view of Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters. You will have 20 minutes free time to enjoy the picturesque of the famous "Four Dishes and One Soup" . Don't forget to take some stunning photos like everybody else come here do. Walk down from the viewing platform, the vehicle will take you directly to the village. You will step into this masterpiece of traditional Chinese residential buildings and unveil its mystery by your own eyes. With the help of your Hakka language speaking guide, you could also have a conversation with the inhabitants whose ancestors built this building 650 years ago.
Yuchang Building
After the 1-hour visiting of the Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters, you will go to a local Hakka family to have a traditional Chinese lunch. Enjoy the local Hakka food and their special home made rice wine! Later after lunch, you will continue visit the “rickety building”-Yuchang Building which is the oldest and largest round building known so far. You will see the teetering columns that seems almost to collapse but to your surprise it has undergone seven hundred years of erosion and numerous earthquakes. It has still remained the same as ever and has become a living specimen of ancient residential buildings.
What‘s Included
Insurance: China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance during the tour
Bottled water
Transport between attractions, including pickup and return to your hotel (within the Xiamen main island)
Government taxes & fees
Professional, passionate English speaking tour guide service
Chinese lunch at popular local restaurant
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Pickup points
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Day tour to Tianluokeng Tulou Clusters from Xiamen
Pickup included
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Xiamen 5 stars guide
SeeJL,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have a wonderful 5 days in Xiamen. Our guide Lily was friendly, kind and resourceful. With her, we visited Xiamen and have many good memories and wonderful experiences. Highly recommended for everyone . 👍😊
Amazing and unforgettable tour
Penny L,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We truly enjoyed the Tulou and Hakka village tour. Adam Tan, our guide, was knowledgeable, attentive, friendly, and engaging. He went above and beyond, taking the time to show us and explain things that were not even part of the original itinerary. The driver was also safe and friendly, and the vehicle was clean and very comfortable. My young adult sons were amazed and impressed by the entire experience. This tour and most importantly, Adam are truly second to none.
Amazing tour
pennylT2434SP,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We truly enjoyed the Tulou and Hakka village tour. Adam Tan, our guide, was knowledgeable, attentive, friendly, and engaging. He went above and beyond, taking the time to show us and explain things that were not even part of the original itinerary. The driver was also safe and friendly, and the vehicle was clean and very comfortable. My young adult sons were amazed and impressed by the entire experience. This tour and most importantly, Adam are truly second to none.
Exceptional Tour
WaiHsien C,,May 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sophia, our tour guide, spoke good English, and was very knowledgeable about the places we saw on our tour. We spent a great deal of time in the square Tulou and one of the round Tulous. Bought a painting from an artist as well as several packets of tea. We also got the chance to check out a room on the third floor of the round Tulou, and we got to visit the second and third floors of the square Tulou. The Hakka dishes we had for lunch were fantastic. Overall, my younger brother and I had a great time with this tour.
Beautiful discovery
44roselynel,,May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful discovery. Excellent Lili guide, passionate and attentive. Good driver and comfortable car. Despite the weather conditions (rain) this excursion was very pleasant.
Very interesting tour
Rosario G,,May 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Good tour to see the tulous, typical Hakka houses. Everything was perfect with a wonderful guide (Cathy).
Highly recommended
Phuong N,,Apr 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My tour guide Lily was fabulous. She’s very knowledgeable and helpful. I’m so happy with my trip and highly recommended
Great cultural experience
Lucian I,,Jan 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice tour and great guide. Would say it is a must see if visiting Xiamen. Very helpful operator as we had to reschedule on short notice (~6h before the tour start) due to medical reasons.
Tulou day tour with Viator
BERNARD E,,Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Lily was very helpful in explaining the Tulou settlement and culture of the people. She brought us to a very nice place for a wonderful Hakka lunch. It was one of our best meals during our Xiamen holiday. Many thanks to our guide Lily
Xiamen private day tour of Hakka Tienloukeng region
Vacation300931,,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The one day tour of the Tienluokeng Hakka area from Xiamen was a comprehensive experience . Our tour guide Cathy was the best- knowledgeable and pleasant.
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