4 days tour

Taiyuan And Pingyao City Break, Private Tour

This tour includes:

Guide

Operated with English or German-speaking local guide during the Jinci Temple and Qiaoโ€™s Family Compound visit (Day 2), and Pingyao Ancient half-day city tour and Shuanglin Temple (Day 3)

Meals

3 Breakfasts 2 Lunches (Day 2, 3)

Others

Day 2 Pingyao: OPTIONAL EXTRA: Standard Hotel Category = Shanxi Hotel or similar 4* All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary; Jinci Temple and Qiaoโ€™s Family Compound visit (Day 2), Pingyao Ancient half-day city tour and Shuanglin Temple (Day 3) Meet & Greet

Transport

Inbound/Outbound private transfers from/to Taiyuan airport/railway station with English speaking guide Air-conditioning private transfer throughout the tour

Accommodation

3 nights' accommodation Day 1, 3 Taiyuan: 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*

Not included:

Others

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 Please check the China visa requirements with your local embassy or authorities No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible change of hotels and/or itinerary Lunch on day 2 and 3 is a set menu in a local Chinese restaurant with one glass of soft drink per person per meal Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed In many hotels in China, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Taiyuan And Pingyao City Break, Private Tour

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival Taiyuan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival Taiyuan

      Arrive at Taiyuan Airport/Railway station. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to greet you at the airport/railway station and accompany you on the transfer to the city. The 30-minute private transfer will take you directly to your hotel in Taiyuan. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure in the city. Take the opportunity to rest and recover after the flight or head out into the city for your first glimpse of life in one of Chinaโ€™s sprawling city. Overnight in Taiyuan.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Taiyuan โ€“ Pingyao (105 Km โ€“ 1.5 Hr)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Taiyuan โ€“ Pingyao (105 Km โ€“ 1.5 Hr)

      After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at about 8:30 at hotelยดs lobby to drive to Pingyao. On the way weยดll stop to see Jinci Temple, the most prominent temple complex in Shanxi, located southwest of Taiyuan at the foot of Xuanweng Mountain at the Jin Springs, just 30-minute-drive from Taiyuan. Weยดll visit its beautiful gardens and the Holy Mother. Afterwards weยดll continue to Qiaoโ€™s Family Compound, a traditional merchant dwelling in the north of China, known for its large scales and the exquisite craftsmanship of wood, brick and stone carvings. Weยดll stop for lunch at the local restaurant at midday (incl.), and after weยดll continue driving to Pingyao, en-route visiting a World Heritage Site, Pingyao Ancient City. Check-in to your hotel in the late afternoon and the rest of the day at leisure to further explore the surroundings of this โ€œTurtle Cityโ€. Overnight in Pingyao.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Pingyao โ€“ Taiyuan (105 Km โ€“ 1.5 Hr)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Pingyao โ€“ Taiyuan (105 Km โ€“ 1.5 Hr)

      Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and get ready to enjoy a half-day walking tour around the ancient walls of Pingyao City. Weยดll stop for a lunch at the local restaurant and then, after a 30-minute-drive weยดll go to visit 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. It is nicknamed the museum of coloured sculptures. In the afternoon weยดll drive back to Taiyuan, with the estimated arrival to the hotel at 18:00. The rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight in Taiyuan.

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Tour leaving from Taiyuan

Taiyuan is the capital of Shanxi province in China. It is known for its rich history and culture, with numerous temples and museums to explore. It is also famous for its delicious local cuisine and beautiful mountain landscapes. Taiyuan is an ideal destination for history and nature lovers.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 99

Suitable age range for the experience. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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