Taiyuan and Pingyao City Break, Private Tour
Description
Join this four-day tour to discover the essence of Taiyuan, the capital of Shanxi province and get know the remarkable landscape of the river Fern while visiting Shuanglin Temple and the pearl of folk traditional dwelling in Qiao’s Family Compound. Listen to the Ancient Walls of Pingyao City and get involved in the heritage of the history of various Chinese dynasties. Get spoiled by delightful Chinese cuisine while dining at the local restaurants. Enjoy this four-day city break and discover Taiyuan and Pingyao through their unique culture, lifestyle and gastronomy.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Taiyuan: the capital and largest city of Shanxi province, settled in the beautiful landscape of the river Fen
Shuanglin Temple: shelter and protector of important cultural relics of China. The temple is notable for its collection of more than 2,000 decorated clay statues that are dated to the 12th-19th centuries.
Qiao’s Family Compound: the bright pearl of folk residences of China, traditional Chinese dwelling with unique pattern and vivid carving
Pingyao Ancient City: situated on the eastern bank of the Fen River, Pingyao City is one of the Chinese best preserved ancient towns with a grand City Wall and traditional artisanal essence
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking local guide during the Jinci Temple and Qiao’s Family Compound visit (Day 2), and Pingyao Ancient half-day city tour and Shuanglin Temple (Day 3)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 3 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 3 Taiyuan:
Standard Hotel Category = Shanxi Hotel or similar 4*
Day 2 Pingyao:
Standard Hotel Category = Pingyao Hotel or similar 3*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-/Post night in Taiyuan:
Standard Hotel Category = Shanxi Hotel or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 3 Breakfasts
- 2 Lunches (Day 2, 3)
TRANSPORT:
- Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Taiyuan airport/railway station with English speaking guide
- Air-conditioning private transfer throughout the tour
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary; Jinci Temple and Qiao’s Family Compound visit (Day 2), Pingyao Ancient half-day city tour and Shuanglin Temple (Day 3)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
Excluded
- International flight tickets and airport taxes or China visa fees (if any)
- Rail tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses or items not stated explicitly in the programme
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the programme
- Tips for guides and drivers
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is best suited to travel in the warm months and warm clothing in the colder months in China. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses and a hat can be very useful during your stay.