Private Tour

Xiamen Half-Day Private Tour include Gulang Yu Island and Garden

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

Mobile ticket

Make full use of your short stay in Xiamen by taking this exclusive half day tour with the local expert guide. Visit the USNECO site Gulang Yu Island and explore the " World Architecture" , " Garden on the Sea" , local famed musem, local alley streets etc. Get a great overview of the city’s culture, life and sounds. Optional lunch or dinner allow you to have a delightful local culinary experience. Enjoy the flexible departure time based on your own schedule.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Dress code is smart casual

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Local lunch or Dinner( If Tour with Lunch or Tour with Dinner is booked)

Local transport ( For a group of 1-5 pax you will travel in the local premier Uber)

Xiamen hotel , Cruise port or railway station pick up and drop off

Local Transport ( For a group more than 5 pax, private MPV van will be provided).

Entrance fees to Garden and round trip ferry to Island

Great local guide

Food or drinks( If Lunch or dinner is not booked)

Xiamen airport pick up & drop off( can be arranged at surcharge)

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Gulangyu Island

Your local great guide will pick up at your Xiamen hotel, Cruise port or railway station. Follow your guide and take a relaxing ferry ride to UNESCO World Heritage Site -Gulangyu Island. Upon arrival, spend quality time to explore the charming Island include classic chinese Garden, admire the historic colonial architecture, enjoy a leisure stroll along the picturesque beach side, visit China’s only Piano museum etc. Learn the fascinating history, culture and life with your guide.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Xiamen Shuzhuang Garden

During the tour you will visit a traditional Chinese garden built by the wealthy merchant in the Qing Dynasty, appreciate the Fujian and Jiang’an style garden and architecture and take in the beautiful natural scenery. During the tour you will also have the chance to enjoy a delightful lunch or dinner with the recommendations from your guide. After the great adventure you will be dropped off at your downtown Xiamen hotel or other downtown area as per your request.

50 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Afternoon Tour with Dinner

Private Tour with Dinner: Great guide, driver with comfortable car,local tasty dinner, ferry ride, entrance fee to Garden are all included.
Pickup included

Afternoon Tour Only

Private Tour Only: Great guide, driver with comfortable car, ferry ride, entrance fee to garden are included.
Pickup included

Morning Tour with Lunch

Private Tour with Lunch: Great guide, driver with comfortable car,local tasty lunch,ferry ,entrance fee to garden are all included.
Pickup included

Morning Tour Only

Private Tour Only: Great guide, driver with comfortable car, ferry ride , entrance fee to garden are included
Pickup included

Reviews

4.92

12 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

fun afternoon on the island
Ligia cristina P,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide was very kind and patient with us. Her pronunciation was very simple and we didn't have any problems. Helped us shop in the best stores
Fantastic Tour
Laura M,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had such a great experience on our tour with Viator of Galungyu Island. The communication up front was fast and clear, and our tour guide - Cathy - was amazing. She navigated the city and transportation so well and was incredibly knowledgeable about everything we could possibly hope to learn. She took us exactly where we wanted to go and gave great recommendations for a tea tasting and ice cream stop as well. We had a great time and would definitely recommend to anyone to have Cathy as a tour guide!
Amazing excursion
Silvia W,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Evelyn was punctual to pick me up. She was very knowledgeable about Xiamen and Gulang Yu Island. Had a great time walking around the island, taking scenic photos, shopping, going to the piano museum and the gardens. She was flexible and catered to the things I was interested in.
WOW! So Glad We Chose This Tour!! Fantastic Tour!
Departure369104,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a last minute change of plans and really wanted to visit the beautiful “Piano Island”. Sunny Travel was great - they were prompt in their response and had everything lined up in short order. Our tour guide was Lilly - I can only hope you get her as your guide! She was so considerate and made us feel that we had a new friend! She met us and had a car waiting for us. Lilly was on target with our tour and was very patient as my husband and I needed to rest periodically (just not as young any more). She guided us to some of the most beautiful places of “Piano Island.” It was a trip we will cherish forever - thanks to our wonderful guide Lilly!
Great tour experience
Debbie S,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour experience! Cathy was really helpful and professional and was very informative in explaining the history of the places that we went. Coordination and logistics by Sunny Tours was good too. Highly recommend!
Tour is worth it
gabriele m,
Apr 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide Lily did an amazing job. Everything went very smooth and the food selection was good. The Island is worth visiting
Fun times
Larry S,
Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our connecting flight got canceled so decided to take a tour. Saya was our guide and she was excellent. Was a little leary since we seem to be the only foreigners in a very crowded destination full of kids. Kids on summer break. But Saya made us comfortable and also fun. Thank you Saya!
Easy way to visit beautiful island
Danielle P,
Jul 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Really great experience, guide was friendly and very educational. Island and garden were beautiful and it was very helpful to have a guide take care of the logistics. One note, the website allows you to select tours starting later in the day but I was encouraged to start the tour in the early afternoon (14.00) as the garden closes at 18.00. Fortunately everything worked out for my visit (we left my hotel at 15.00) and I felt like I had enough time but may not be sufficient for everyone if you start the tour later. Also note that there is a lot of walking on this tour.
Gulangyu Experience!
Traveler32294157174,
Mar 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Guide was very informative and clear. Very extroverted too, likes to engage in conversation. The trip was excellent and good.
Good day out.
BengMoh L,
Mar 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Beautiful green non polluted island with clean sea air. Piano museum was interesting. Electric transport very helpful for those who cannot walk long distances.