Fujian Travel Itineraries

Fujian Travel Itineraries from 4 to 7 Days

Nora Zheng
383 Words/2 Minutes, By Nora Zheng, Updated February 01, 2023

Fujian is a province located in Southeast China, known for its beautiful natural landscapes, historic sites, and cultural heritage. Here are a few suggested routes for traveling in Fujian.

Coastal Itinerary

Start in the city of Xiamen and visit Gulangyu Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its colonial-era architecture and beautiful beaches. Next, head to Quanzhou, a historic city known for its connections to the maritime Silk Road. Visit the Kaiyuan Temple, a Buddhist temple dating back to the 7th century, and the Quanzhou Maritime Museum. Then, travel to the city of Fuzhou, the provincial capital, and visit West Lake Park and the Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, a historic neighborhood with traditional Fujian-style architecture.

5-day coastal itinerary for your reference »

Mountainous Itinerary

Begin in the city of Wuyishan, known for its scenic mountain landscapes and tea culture. Visit the Wuyi Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and take a hike on one of the many trails through the mountains. Next, head to the city of Songyang, known for its traditional Fujian-style architecture and beautiful countryside. Visit the Songyang Academy, a Confucian academy dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Finally, travel to the city of Nanping and visit the Shou'an Temple, a Buddhist temple nestled in the mountains.

7-day mountains itinerary for your reference »

Cultural Itinerary

Start in the city of Quanzhou and visit the Kaiyuan Temple, a Buddhist temple dating back to the 7th century, and the Quanzhou Maritime Museum. Next, travel to the city of Longyan and visit the Guan Yin of the South Sea Temple, a Buddhist temple with a large statue of Guan Yin, the goddess of mercy. Then, head to the city of Sanming and visit the Sanming Museum, which has exhibits on the history and culture of the area. Finally, travel to the city of Xiamen and visit the Xiamen Museum, which has exhibits on the history and culture of the city and the surrounding area.

6-day cultural itinerary for your reference  »

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