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Cultural Journey Through Quanzhou: Xunpu Village & Historic Sites

By 重庆市新干线国际旅行社有限公司
Free cancellation available
Price is $358 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore Quanzhou’s rich heritage on this tour, starting at Xunpu Village. Discover the unique mix of ancient Arab and Han traditions through the village's famous oyster shell houses. Visit the impressive Kaiyuan Temple, the largest Buddhist site in Fujian. Enjoy panoramic views from the West Street Observation Deck before wandering the historic street to taste local delicacies. Conclude your day at the Southern Shaolin Temple, where you will witness a spectacular Southern Shaolin Kung Fu performance.

  • Discover the unique blend of Arab and Han cultures at Xunpu Village
  • Visit Kaiyuan Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province
  • Enjoy panoramic views from West Street Observation Deck
  • Sample local delicacies on Quanzhou’s oldest historic street
  • Watch a dynamic Southern Shaolin martial arts performance at the historic temple
Activity location
  • Xunpu Village
    • Donghai Street, Fengze District, with villages under its jurisdiction
    • Quanzhou, Fujian, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Xunpu Village
    • Donghai Street, Fengze District, with villages under its jurisdiction
    • Quanzhou, Fujian, China

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Cultural Journey Through Quanzhou: Xunpu Village & Historic Sites
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$358.00 x 1 Adult$358.00

Total
Price is $358.00
Until Mon, Feb 23

What's included, what's not

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    English Speaking Tour Guide
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    Private Car
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    Gratuities
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    Personal Expenses
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    Meals
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    Southern Shaolin Kung Fu Show (158 CNY per person, Paid on-site)

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers under 1 year old

Activity itinerary

Xunpu Village
  • 1h
Nestled gently by Quanzhou Bay, Xunpu Village is a hidden gem that harbors the legacy of ancient Arab merchants. Through centuries of intermarriage with local Han communities, a unique tapestry of cultures has been woven into its daily life, preserving faint echoes of Central Asian charm. The most striking relics are the oyster shell houses—layer upon layer of weathered shells, glowing with a soft, pearlescent luster, a testament to the fishermen’s ingenuity in harmonizing with nature and a living symbol of cross-cultural fusion. Xunpu women, hardworking and bold, wear their romance in their hair: clusters of fresh blossoms adorn their tresses, no makeup needed, embodying the local proverb, “Wear flowers in this life, and be beautiful in the next.” These vibrant blooms, in hues of fiery red, elegant white and bright yellow, are more than decorations—they are a heartfelt ode to life’s simple joys.
Kaiyuan Monastery
  • 1h
As the spiritual cornerstone of Quanzhou, Kaiyuan Temple stands as a magnificent relic along China’s southeast coast and the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. Stepping through its gates, one is wrapped in an atmosphere of serenity: towering halls with upturned eaves reach for the sky, curling incense drifts on the breeze, and soft Buddhist chants linger in the air, calming the mind and inviting visitors to bow in prayer for peace. This millennium-old sanctuary has witnessed Quanzhou’s glory as a starting point of the Maritime Silk Road, and its legacy is enshrined in numerous honors—provincial cultural relic protection unit in 1962, national key cultural relic protection unit and national key Buddhist temple in 1983, and one of Fujian’s Top 10 Scenic Spots in 1986, each title a tribute to its profound historical and cultural value.
Xijie Street
  • 1h 30m
Known as the “timeless artery” of Quanzhou, West Street has been a symbol of prosperity since the Song Dynasty. As one of the city’s earliest developed districts and its best-preserved ancient block, it is a living museum of Quanzhou’s past. The bluestone pavement, polished smooth by centuries of footsteps, flanks well-preserved ancient mansions, arcades and time-honored shops, their upturned eaves and black tiles whispering stories of days gone by. Wandering here, the air is filled with the aroma of local delicacies—glutinous rice dumplings and vermicelli soup—while the sounds of vendors’ calls and tourists’ laughter blend harmoniously. It is a place where the past lingers not as a relic, but as a living, breathing part of daily life.
Quanzhou Shaolin Temple
  • 1h
Located in Quanzhou, the Southern Shaolin Temple is renowned as the historic birthplace of Southern Kung Fu. Unlike the acrobatic Northern style, this temple is famous for "Nanquan"—a style emphasizing explosive hand techniques and stable stances. The highlight of any visit is the breathtaking martial arts performance by the warrior monks. Spectators can witness legendary skills such as One-Finger Zen (standing upside down on a single finger) and Iron Body demonstrations, where monks break wooden staffs over their bare skin without injury. It is a stunning fusion of Zen philosophy and physical mastery.

Location

Activity location
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    Xunpu Village
    • Donghai Street, Fengze District, with villages under its jurisdiction
    • Quanzhou, Fujian, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Xunpu Village
    • Donghai Street, Fengze District, with villages under its jurisdiction
    • Quanzhou, Fujian, China

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