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6-Day Trip Back to the Hometown of Overseas Chinese · 2 Days in Quanzhou Including Xunpu Village
6 days / 5 nights · Quanzhou / Zhangzhou / Chaozhou / Shantou

6-Day Trip Back to the Hometown of Overseas Chinese · 2 Days in Quanzhou Including Xunpu Village

Quanzhou / Zhangzhou / Chaozhou / Shantou · 6 Days 5 Nights · Relaxed

Reference Price

$820Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–8 people
IntensityRelaxed
Best seasonOct–Apr
Traffichigh-speed rail + tour bus
AccommodationBoutique hotel 4 nights + Tulou Homestay 1 night
Departure MonthOctober to April
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Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

All routes are for reference only, the actual route is subject to the explanation of customer service

Staying two days in Quanzhou and spending one night in a Tulou is the most balanced itinerary.

Day-by-day itinerary6 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Arrived at Quanzhou · Kaiyuan Temple

    DestinationLocally→ Quanzhou

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Quanzhou Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailArrive in Quanzhou from various locations, with a dedicated airport or station pickup to your hotel. Afternoon free time.
    One day in the old town (Kaiyuan Temple + West Street), one day at Haijiao Hall + Xunpu Village.
    Kaiyuan Temple: Built during the Tang Dynasty, the East and West Pagodas are Quanzhou landmarks, with Hindu patterns on the main hall's pillars.
    Meals: Mianxian porridge, ginger duck, and bamboo shoot jelly.
    Tip: Free incense is available at the temple entrance; For the Xunpu flower hairdressing experience, it's recommended to go in the morning; afternoons are busier.

  2. DestinationQuanzhou → Zhangzhou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Quanzhou Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Zhangzhou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailQuanzhou Overseas Transportation History Museum: Clearly explains the ships, cargo, and religious stone carvings of the Song and Yuan Dynasty Maritime Silk Road.
    Xunpu Village: The 'Hairpin Flower Enclosure' and Oyster Shell House for the Xunpu women have been the most popular villages in recent years.
    Meals: Mianxian Hu, Ginger Duck, and Earthen Shoot Jelly.
    Note: Free incense is available at the temple entrance; For the Xunpu flower hairpin experience, it's recommended to go in the morning; afternoon is crowded.
    In the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus to Zhangzhou and stay overnight there.

  3. DestinationZhangzhou → Chaozhou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Zhangzhou Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Chaozhou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailNanjing Tulou (Tianluokeng): The five tulou buildings with 'four dishes and one soup' offer the most breathtaking panoramic views from the viewing platform.
    Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: The thousand-year-old trail and large waterwheel by the Changjiao Creek, perfect for leisurely walking.
    Hegui Lou and Huaiyuan Lou: One built on a marsh, the other a double-ring building, with a striking contrast in design.
    Zhangzhou Ancient Town: Arcades and old streets in the city, with shophouses on Taiwan Road and Hong Kong Road well preserved.
    Dining: Zhangzhou braised noodles, oyster omelet, four-fruit soup.
    Tip: Many Tulou still have residents; permission must be obtained before entering; Mountain roads are winding, so those with motion sickness should take medicine in advance. Take the
    high-speed rail or tour bus to Chaozhou in the evening and stay overnight in Chaozhou.

  4. DestinationChaozhou → Shantou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Chaozhou Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Shantou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailGuangji Bridge: Combines floating and beam bridges, with scheduled shuttle boat opening and closing every day, and a light show at night.
    Guangji Tower and Archway Street: An old street formed by 23 stone archways, lined with arcades and densely packed shops.
    Han Wengong Shrine: The earliest existing shrine commemorating Han Yu in China, with inscriptions serving as a treasure trove of calligraphy.
    Kaiyuan Temple and Jilue Huanggong Shrine: Tang Dynasty Buddhist temples and representative Chaozhou wood carvings, with extremely high craftsmanship.
    Meals: Beef meatballs, braised goose, duck mother rolls.
    Tip: The shuttle boat opening and closing at Guangji Bridge has fixed times; check the time before you go; Gongfu tea is strong, so don't drink too much on an empty stomach. In
    the evening, take a high-speed rail or tour bus to Shantou and stay overnight.

  5. DestinationShantou urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Shantou Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailSmall Park Port Opening Area: A radial arcade street centered on the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Pavilion, reflecting the modern urban fabric of Shantou.
    Overseas Chinese License Artifact Museum: The overseas Chinese license is a certificate combining remittance and family letters sent by overseas Chinese returning home, listed on the Memory of the World Register.
    Chen Cihong Former Residence: A complex of overseas Chinese residences in Chenghai District, blending Chinese and Western styles, with a large scale.
    Nan'ao Island: Accessible by crossing the Nan'ao Bridge; the island's ring road and windmill are suitable for an extra day.
    Meals: Chaoshan beef hot pot, oyster nao, claypot porridge.
    Tip: Chaoshan beef hot pot is particular about cuts and cooking time; just follow the staff's instructions; Check the weather before traveling during typhoon season.

  6. DestinationShantou → Airport drop-off / Station

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Not included
    Transport
    Private vehicle for transfer to airport/station
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailHead to Shantou in the morning, settle in, and begin the day's itinerary.
    Small Park Port Area: A radial arcade street centered on the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Pavilion, showcasing the modern urban fabric of Shantou.
    Overseas Chinese License Museum: The Overseas Chinese Memorial Museum combines remittance and family letters sent home by overseas Chinese, listed on the Memory of the World Register.
    Chen Cihong Former Residence: A complex of overseas Chinese residences in Chenghai District, blending Chinese and Western styles, with a large scale.
    Nan'ao Island: Accessible by the Nan'ao Bridge, the island's ring road and windmill farm are suitable for an extra day.
    Meals: Chaoshan beef hot pot, oyster omelet, claypot porridge.
    Tip: Chaoshan beef hot pot requires careful cutting and cooking time; just follow the staff's instructions; Check the weather before traveling during typhoon season.
    Dedicated shuttle service will be arranged according to flight or train schedule, marking the end of the trip.
Key facts
Departure pointAssemble in Quanzhou, disperse in Shantou
Number of people in a groupSmall group of 2-8 people
Recommended monthOct–Apr
AccommodationBoutique hotel 4 nights + Tulou Homestay 1 night
TrafficHigh-speed Rail Tourist Bus
IntensityRelaxed

Route Overview

Main Route of Returning to the Hometown of Overseas Chinese: Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple and Maritime Exchange Hall, Zhangzhou Nanjing Tulou and Yunshuiyao, Chaozhou Guangji Bridge and Han Wen Gong Ancestral Hall, Shantou Xiaogongyuan Open-Port Area and Overseas Letter Museum. This route is specifically designed for Southeast Asian Chinese seeking to trace their roots.

The entire journey takes 6 days, progressing along "Quanzhou → Zhangzhou → Chaozhou → Shantou": Quanzhou / Zhangzhou / Chaozhou / Shantou. The pace is arranged by "one city, one segment," with high-speed trains as the main mode of intercity travel. For segments where the travel time exceeds 5 hours, flights are substituted.

Destinations on this Route

  • Quanzhou: One day in the old town (Kaiyuan Temple + West Street), one day at the Maritime Exchange Hall + Xunpu Village.
  • Zhangzhou: Suggested to stay one night in the Tulou area, as there are no tour groups in the early morning; the ancient city can be arranged on the way to or from the trip.
  • Chaozhou: One day in the ancient city: in the morning, Guangji Bridge and Han Wen Gong Ancestral Hall; in the afternoon, Paifang Street and Kaiyuan Temple.
  • Shantou: One day for the city’s Open-Port Area + Overseas Letter Museum; add half a day to one day for Chen Cihong’s Former Residence and Nan’ao Island.

Cultural Long Route Category

This route belongs to Maritime Silk Road Silhouettes ・ Returning to the Hometown of Overseas Chinese, and there are other variations of different durations available for comparison under the same theme.

Costs include

  • Accommodation listed in the itinerary (double occupancy)
  • First entrance tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary
  • Ground transportation listed in the itinerary (high-speed rail / tour bus / scenic area sightseeing bus)
  • Full-time Chinese-speaking tour guide service
  • Daily breakfast, and meals specified in the itinerary
  • Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • Round-trip international airfare between the place of departure and China
  • Personal visa and document fees
  • Main meals and personal expenses not listed
  • Optional items (cable car, additional boat rides, performances, etc.)
  • Tips for guides and drivers (voluntary)
  • Single room supplement

Booking Reminder

After confirming the itinerary and dates, pay the deposit, and the remaining balance should be paid 15 days before the trip. Cancellation more than 30 days before departure will get a full refund of the deposit, 70% refund for 15-30 days, 50% refund for 7-15 days, and no refund within 7 days. Popular sites such as Mogao Caves and Sanxingdui require real-name reservation, please submit ID information at least 15 days in advance. For seniors over 70 and children under 12, please indicate in the remarks, and we will adjust the daily walking amount.