Overview

Beyond the big-name destinations, China offers an incredible array of hidden gems that boast historical importance, natural beauty or cultural charm. This private weekend trip is worked out for you to explore Wuyishan Mountain, a UNESCO Cultural and Natural Heritage site, where you will stand in awe and admire unique Danxia landform, sit on a bamboo raft down the picturesque Nine-bend Stream, furthermore authentically experience the deep-rooted tea culture of Wuyishan at enigmatic Xiamei village.

Duration: 3 days & 2 nights

Travel Style: private tour

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Day

Upon your arrival at Wuyishan rail station or airport, you will be greeted by your private tour guide holding a sign with your name at the exit. Enjoy a private transfer to your hotel booked in prior. Your tour guide will help you with the check-in procedure. Wuyi Scenic Area is quite large. It’s impossible to visit all sites but we will recommend the most important and attracted sites to you.

In the afternoon, begin your trip with an experience of the Nine-bend Stream raft. By a shared bamboo raft, you will sail along the Nine-bend stream for around 9.5km, 1.5hrs, passing by dozens of hills and cliffs. You may be surprised by the verdant plants, unique shape of peaks, and clear water.

This morning, be met by your private guide and then continue your tour in the Mt. Wuyishan Scenic Area. First, you will visit Tianyou Mountain, which is the birthplace of China’s rock oolongs. A one-way mountain road will take you to the top of Tianyou Mountain, where offer you a bird’s view over the Nine-bend stream and peaks around. There are 888 steps in total.

In the afternoon, visit Dahongpao (Red Gown) and Water Curtain Cave – about 3 hours. Dahongpao is one of top ten famous teas in China. You will see Dahongpao’s mother bush, which is over 350 years old, in a special park. Have a chance to taste a cup of Dahongpao. On the way back from Water Curtain Cave, you can see a lot of tea gardens on the rock, where you can learn about rock tea. Water Curtain is a large water fall, around 10 meters wide.

Meal: B, L, D

Mt. Wuyishan Scenic area in the mist

This morning we shall visit the historically and culturally important Xiamei Village. Many houses there are more than 300 years old, and still well preserved as they were long time ago. In 2005, Xiamei Village has been honored as one of the "the Famous Historic and Cultural Villages in China" by the Government. Besides, Xiamei Village is also widely known for its tea culture. Here we shall visit The Peach Blossom tea house for Xiamei Village and local area tea for assessment and evaluation. Later, enjoy private transfer to rail station or airport for your next destination.

Meal: B, L

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The old dwelling houses of Xiamei Village

What's included

  • 1-on-1 Travel Consultant

    Your China based expert listens to your wishes carefully, provides professional advice, ensures unlimited itinerary revisions before done and 24/7 helpline service while traveling.

  • Private Local Guide and Driver

    Your guides are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable, and your drivers are professional, polite and patient. They are very flexible to accommodate your personal needs and happy to show you the local attractions, history, culture, foods and real life. 
    Private transfers from hotel to attractions, airport or train station are also included.

  • Accommodation to Suit Your Preference

    We hand pick hotels ranging from luxury 5 star, superior 4 star to comfortable 3 star. Luxury or cozy boutique hotels and budget guesthouses are also among your choices. You could decide where to stay to meet your taste and budget.

  • Gourmet Meals

    Most of the hotels we select offer both Western and Chinese buffet breakfast. Lunch and dinner included are arranged in selected restaurants to taste authentic Chinese cuisine and local specialties. Thus you may also have a unique food tour.
    Meals specified in itinerary as B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner.

  • Attractions and Activities Listed on the Itinerary

    Our city tour packages have included the (first/main) entry to all attractions and the expenses of activities on the itinerary (except the optional activities).

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