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6-Day Luxury Xiamen Travel Guide: Explore Egret Island for 24,880 RMB
Xiamen, known as the "Garden on the Sea," attracts countless visitors with its romantic coastal scenery, artistic Gulangyu Island, delicious Minnan snacks, and high-end vacation experiences. If your budget is sufficient (24,880 RMB), this guide will take you on the most luxurious trip to Xiamen, enjoying top hotels, personalized itineraries, and gourmet dining.

📅 Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrive in Xiamen, check into a luxury hotel, night tour of Zhongshan Road
Day 2: In-depth tour of Gulangyu Island, private guide + high-end afternoon tea
Day 3: Luxury car self-drive along Huandao Road + Wuyuan Bay yacht experience
Day 4: Blessing at Nanputuo Temple + private chef dinner in Zengcuoan
Day 5: Spa at Xiamen Waldorf Astoria + high-end seafood feast
Day 6: Return trip, souvenir shopping

💰 Budget Allocation (24,880 RMB)

Item
Budget (RMB)
Description

Airfare (Business/First Class)
6,000-8,000
Round-trip business class, comfortable experience

Accommodation (5 nights luxury hotel)
10,000-12,000
Xiamen Waldorf Astoria / Qishang Hotel

Personalized itinerary
3,000-4,000
Car rental, private guide, yacht experience

High-end dining
3,000-4,000
Michelin restaurants, private chef dinners

SPA & Leisure
1,500-2,000
Top hotel spa

Shopping & Souvenirs
1,000-2,000
High-end souvenirs (tea, Minnan pastries)

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations (5 nights luxury experience)

Xiamen Waldorf Astoria Hotel (approx. 2,500 RMB/night)
Located in Siming District, luxurious European style with private butler service.
Recommended experiences: High-altitude afternoon tea, spa center.

Xiamen Qishang Hotel (approx. 2,800 RMB/night)
A low-key luxury design hotel with views of Wuyuan Bay.
Recommended experiences: Infinity pool, private yacht dock.

Conrad Hotel (approx. 2,200 RMB/night)
Xiamen landmark twin towers overlooking Gulangyu Island.
Recommended experience: 54th-floor sea view afternoon tea.

🚗 Day 1: Arrive in Xiamen, night tour of Zhongshan Road
Afternoon: Arrive at Xiamen Gaoqi Airport, private transfer to hotel (Mercedes/Rolls-Royce available, approx. 800 RMB).
Evening: Check into Xiamen Waldorf Astoria Hotel, rest briefly then head to Zhongshan Road pedestrian street to taste authentic Minnan snacks (such as satay noodles, local jelly).
Late-night snack recommendation: Linjia Minnan Cuisine (high-end Minnan dishes, approx. 300 RMB per person).

🏝️ Day 2: Private customized tour of Gulangyu Island
Morning: Private car to Cruise Center, take VIP speedboat (approx. 500 RMB/person) directly to Gulangyu Island.
Highlights:
Private guide narration (approx. 1,000 RMB/day), deep exploration of Shuzhuang Garden, Piano Museum, etc.
High-end afternoon tea: English-style tea at Lin’s Mansion Hotel (approx. 300 RMB/person).

Dinner: Return to Xiamen Island, dine at Heiming Restaurant (Michelin recommended, approx. 500 RMB/person) for high-end Minnan cuisine.

🚤 Day 3: Luxury car self-drive on Huandao Road + Wuyuan Bay yacht experience
Morning: Rent a Porsche/Mercedes convertible (approx. 1,500 RMB/day), self-drive along Huandao Road, stopping at Zengcuoan, Music Square, Huangcuo Beach.
Afternoon: Head to Wuyuan Bay Yacht Club, charter a private yacht (approx. 2,000 RMB/2 hours), enjoy a champagne party at sea.
Dinner: Enjoy creative Minnan cuisine at CHIC 1699 Ocean Private Kitchen (approx. 600 RMB/person).

🙏 Day 4: Blessing at Nanputuo Temple + private chef dinner in Zengcuoan
Morning: Visit Nanputuo Temple for blessings, then stroll around Xiamen University (advance reservation required).
Lunch: Experience Zen-inspired cuisine at Wuwei Shushi (high-end vegetarian restaurant, approx. 400 RMB/person).
Evening: Book a private chef in Zengcuoan, such as Yan Yu · Fujian Hui Guan (approx. 800 RMB/person), enjoy a customized Minnan banquet.

💆 Day 5: Waldorf Spa + high-end seafood feast
Relax all day: Enjoy top-tier spa at Xiamen Waldorf Astoria Hotel Spa Center (approx. 1,500 RMB/person).
Dinner: Visit 202 Specialty Food Stall (high-end seafood restaurant, approx. 500 RMB/person), savor king crab, East Star grouper, and other luxury seafood.

🛍️ Day 6: Return trip, souvenir shopping
Morning: Visit SM City Plaza or Pan Ji Premium Center to select high-end souvenirs (such as Haidi tea, Huang Yuantang pineapple cakes).
Afternoon: Private transfer to airport, end of luxury Xiamen trip.

🎯 Summary
This guide covers Xiamen’s top accommodations, cuisine, and experiences, perfect for quality-seeking travelers. With a budget of 24,880 RMB, you can:
✅ Stay 5 nights in luxury hotels
✅ Enjoy personalized itineraries (yacht, luxury car, guide)
✅ Taste Michelin-level Minnan cuisine
✅ Experience top spa and leisure
For an even more extreme experience, you can upgrade to a villa room at Qishang Hotel or add a helicopter tour (approx. 3,000 RMB per trip).
Xiamen awaits you to enjoy a luxurious seaside holiday! 🌊✨