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Xiamen Private Tour - Villa
Villa
Xiamen Private Tour - Shuzhuang Garden
Shuzhuang Garden
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - UNESCO
UNESCO
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Xiamen Private Tour - View
View
Xiamen Private Tour - Sea
Sea
Xiamen Private Tour - Villa
Villa
Xiamen Private Tour - Architecture
Architecture
Xiamen Private Tour - Shuzhuang Garden
Shuzhuang Garden
Xiamen Private Tour - Piano
Piano
Xiamen Private Tour - Shuzhuang Garden
Shuzhuang Garden
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Shuzhuang Garden
Shuzhuang Garden
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - History
History
Xiamen Private Tour - Architecture
Architecture
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour - Villa
Villa
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour - History
History
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Gulangyu Island
Gulangyu Island
Xiamen Private Tour - Historical Villa
Historical Villa
Xiamen Private Tour - Architecture
Architecture
Xiamen Private Tour - Architecture
Architecture
Xiamen Private Tour - Architecture
Architecture
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Historic villa
Historic villa
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Island
Island
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Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour -
Xiamen Private Tour - Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems
Xiamen Private Tour - Shuzhuang Garden
Shuzhuang Garden
Xiamen Private Tour - Car
Car

UNESCO Gulangyu Island Full-Day In-Depth exploration: History, Villas, Music & Hidden Gems

Off the Beaten Path
Car Tour (driver & guide)
Xiamen Tour Guide - Daslie W.

Joined 2025

Daslie W.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
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Xiamen
Chinese (Simplified) (Native), Chinese (Traditional), English, Japanese
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Daslie W.)
Up to 15 people

This is more than a standard sightseeing tour of Gulangyu Island.

Beyond iconic spots like Shuzhuang Garden, this experience takes you deep into the quiet lanes and hidden corners of the island to discover its true beauty and stories.

Hidden gardens, Historic villas, and lesser-known streets rarely visited by tour groups.

Instead of rushing from landmark to landmark, this tour offers a slow-paced, immersive cultural experience, where history, architecture, and music come alive through stories.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

Tourist's hotel lobby

- At tourist's hotel (in mainland Xiamen) Or we can meet as per tourist demands

08:20 AM

Dongdu Ferry Terminal

Dongdu Ferry Terminal is one of the main departure points for ferries in Xiamen.

09:00 AM

Gulangyu Island

Gulangyu, a UNESCO world culture heritage site, renowned as the “Island of Music.”


Known for its coastal beauty, historic architecture, and relaxed, car-free atmosphere. Just a short ferry ride from the city, the island features winding alleys, lush gardens, and old colonial-style villas that reflect its international past.

09:10 AM

Historic villas and unique architecture

Historic villas and unique architecture, blending Chinese and Western influences

Hidden gardens, old houses, and lesser-known streets rarely visited by tour groups

12:00 PM

Lunch

A relaxed lunch at a handpicked local restaurant, offering authentic dishes loved by locals.

01:00 PM

Landmarks & Hidden corners: Shuzhuang Garden, Piano Museum

We’ll also continue exploring some lesser-known lanes, passing by historic landmark buildings, while still visiting the island’s most famous sights.


Shuzhuang garden features winding paths, rockeries, pavilions, and quiet courtyards, offering beautiful ocean views at every turn. Walking through it feels peaceful and poetic, reflecting the refined lifestyle and artistic taste of Gulangyu’s past.


Piano museum: Gulangyu is often called the “Island of Music,” and this museum reflects the island’s rich musical heritage and cultural exchange between China and the West. Visitors can learn about the history of piano development, see beautifully preserved instruments, and understand how music became an important part of everyday life on Gulangyu.

Ending Point

At tourist's hotel (in mainland Xiamen) Or we can meet as per tourist demands

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

-8-hour private guided tour by a certified local guide

-The entrance tickets to the Shuzhuang Garden and Piano Museum

-Round trip ferry ticket to Island

-Round trip transfer via taxi between port and hotel in downtown Xiamen

-Government taxes & fees

- Insurance

What‘s not included

Personal expense

Sightseeing Bus on Gulangyu (for you and guide)

Food

Tour Important Information

This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.


If you prefer to upgrade into a private car for the round-trip instead of taxi for the trip, please contact me in advance — the additional fee depends on the number of people and the type of vehicle.

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
Xiamen Tour Guide - Daslie W.

Joined 2025

Daslie W.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
Identity Verified
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About Tour Guide Daslie W.

Your Certified Native Multilingual Guide | Xiamen Specialist & Experienced Southern China Host


Hi. 你好

Nice to meet you. I'm Wei. Your Certified, Multilingual Experienced Tour Guide based in Xiamen, Fujian, China.


With experience traveling across Fujian Province (including Quanzhou, Zhangzhou, and Fuzhou) and can also arrange travel to neighboring regions, including Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta (Suzhou, Hangzhou), Guangdong (Cantonese and Hakka regions such as Chaozhou, Shantou, Meizhou and Guangzhou), and Jiangxi (Wangxian Valley, Wuyuan), and beyond.


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, and home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites.

 

My Background & Expertise

· Certified English-Speaking Tour Guide

· 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, its vicinity and Southern China.

Reviews

A wonderful family trip with Daslie

One of the best family vacation that we had. Daslie is the most resourceful and considerate guide we’ve ever met. She is very proficient in both English and Mandarin which makes communication a breeze. The tour turned out well and everyone in our family enjoyed the tour and her company. I could tell that a lot of work went on behind her scenes. She pre-planned every tour, every detail and prepared for every contingency. She carries around a large backpack (must have been heavy!) with lots of stuffs to keep us comfortable, like fans and snacks in case anyone needs. She’s definitely well prepared. It must be her gentle nature and caring self that carried thru to the way she engages with everyone in the family and made everyone feel welcomed and at ease. As a result, we could focus on spending time and enjoying as a family and not having to worry about anything else. This valuable time together is something we treasure a lot. We could experience the many facets of Xiamen that we never would have seen by ourselves. Thank you, Daslie, for all the arrangements, for your friendship and most of all, for being you.

Bing han C.

Daslie W.

Oooooh! Thank you so much for all your kind words. ️ You can't imagine how touched I was when I read your incredibly heartfelt review. I was honestly speechless! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and detailed review. It truly means the world to me. Thank you for your trust, kindness, patience, and friendship throughout the journey. Meeting families like yours is one of the reasons I love what I do. Your family's warmth, curiosity, and positive energy made guiding you an absolute joy. Thank you for all the thoughtful planning and lots of conversations & details with me before the trip. Makes the trip more smoothly. Thanks mum for taking such wonderful care of everyone throughout the trip. And being such a beautiful model in our photos! And of course, your three adorable children! Thank哥哥carrying heavy and professional camera, helping capture so many wonderful moments and awesome video he made. Thanks 姐姐 the amazing magic show! lots of fun and surprises. The 1st time I watch a magic show from so close, teach me how to playing game and let me enjoy my missing childhood joy. Thanks 妹妹- for being so thoughtful, adorable, and sweet. ️Share a lot with me in excellent Chinese. Thank you for trusting me with such precious family time. I feel very fortunate to have been a small part of your Xiamen experience, and I will always remember our time together fondly. Wishing your family many more unforgettable memories and amazing adventures around China ahead! Feel free to text me anytime for anything I can help!️ Remember, you always have a friend in Xiamen, hope we meet again someday.

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$271/ per group

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