7-Day Xiamen Trip – Budget Guide & Itineraries (2026)

Cost by tier

TierHotel/nightMeals/day7-day total
Comfort$61.34 (CN¥415)$68.28 (CN¥462)$21.87 (CN¥148)

Itineraries

XIAMEN → XIAMEN · 7 Days
Xiamen · 7 Days

Gulangyu Island, Hulishan Fort, and Xiamen Botanical Garden — 7 days for $1,240.

Stand on Gulangyu Island's colonial-era bridgesWatch the Zhonggu Cable Car ascend Xiamen's hillsEat oyster omelette at a riverside stall
$1,000est. $1,240COMFORTJUNE1 ADULT

FAQ

Is 7 days enough for Xiamen?

7 days is enough to cover Xiamen's main highlights at a comfortable pace. Most travelers spend 7 days here on a $22 standard budget before moving on.

What does a 7-day Xiamen trip cost in 2026?

A 7-day Xiamen trip costs about $22 per person on a standard budget, or as little as $22 on a budget tier. This covers hotels, meals, local transport, and attraction tickets.

What's the cheapest way to do 7 days in Xiamen?

The budget tier brings a 7-day Xiamen trip down to about $22 by using $61/night hostels and guesthouses and eating at local spots ($68/day).

Best month for a 7-day Xiamen trip?

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the best weather for Xiamen. Avoid Golden Week (early October) and May Day when prices and crowds spike.

What's included in the $22 standard budget?

The $22 standard estimate for 7 days in Xiamen includes $61/night hotels, $68/day on meals, local metro and taxis, and entry to major attractions.

How to extend a 7-day Xiamen trip to 10 days?

Add a nearby city by high-speed rail — most are 2–6 hours from Xiamen. A 10-day version typically adds $9–$13 for the extra nights and one HSR leg.