Private car: From Tea Mountains to the Sea | Ancient Tea Villages, factory&Castles | Xiamen Sea view
This one-day cultural journey takes you from the mountains to the sea. We’ll travel by private car to Fujian’s most famous tea origin, where you’ll explore century-old tea factories, ancient tea villages, historic tea castles, and scenic tea fields. The day ends back in Xiamen with an immersive experience of local coastal culture, a century-old local traditional home for a traditional Xiamen tea, offering a perfect blend of tea heritage and seaside life.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Tourists' Hotel Lobby
- - At tourist's hotel (in Xiamen) Or we can meet as per tourist demands
A century-old local traditional Minnan (Southern Fujian) residence
Step into a century-old local home in Xiamen and enjoy your first cup of the morning featuring Xiamen’s famous local tea, while appreciating the authentic architecture of a traditional Minnan (Southern Fujian) residence.
Lunch
Lunch in a local restaurant.
Centuries-old tea tree and mountain views.
You’ll visit centuries-old tea trees and see scenic tea fields, enjoying breathtaking mountain views.
Ancient tea village
You’ll explore ancient tea village, where you can wander among centuries-old wooden buildings and experience the traditional architecture and lifestyle of historic tea-growing communities.
A historic tea villa-the ancestral home of a century-old tea family
You’ll visit a historic tea villa, the ancestral home of a century-old tea family, and explore its traditional architecture and rich family heritage.
Local tea factory
You’ll visit a local tea factory where you can see the entire tea-making process from start to finish. You’ll learn how tea is crafted step by step, may even get hands-on with some stages of production, and have the chance to taste truly authentic local tea.
Viewing platform near Xiamen Twin Towers
At the viewing platform near Xiamen Twin Towers to enjoy sea views and a beautiful sunset over the coastline.
Ending Point
At tourist's hotel (in Xiamen) Or we can meet as per tourist demands
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- A private car and professional driver for the full day ( 10 hours of use)
- Entrance fees for tea factory.
- All transportation fees round trip, such as parking, fuel, and highway tolls.
- 10 hours Guiding and translation service
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Customized travel arrangements, coordination and assistance throughout the trip.
- Entrance fees
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
Tour Important Information
This tour includes approximately 3-4 hours of driving in total.
A suitable and comfortable vehicle will be arranged based on the group size.
Important message from the supplier
Please contact me if you want a 100% customized tour plan.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Daslie W.
Hi. 你好
Nice to meet you. I'm Daslie. Your Certified, Multilingual Experienced Tour Guide based in Xiamen, Fujian China, living in one of the city’s most popular tourist areas for over two decades. I know every corner, every snack stall, every local story.
Xiamen and its vicinity is full of life and colors — embraced by mountains and the sea, rich in history, charming architecture, and delicious local food & tea.
My Background & Expertise
· Certified English-Speaking Tour Guid
· Deep Passion for Chinese History and Culture
· Multilingual — EN /CN / Hokkien / Cantonese / JP (basic)
Whether you're eager to explore lesser-known and off-the-beaten-path destinations, or simply want to taste, hear, and feel the city like a local — I’ve got you covered.
Feel free to reach out anytime. I’d love to show you the most authentic, flavorful, and unforgettable side of Xiamen and its vicinity.
$405/ per group
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