Changsha Private Day Tour: Explore Tianxin Pavilion and Jinggang Ancient Town
Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Changsha on this private day tour. Explore ancient pavilions, temples, and towns, and indulge in local Hunan cuisine.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Dupu Jiangge - At 8:30am, you will be picked up by your tour guide from hotel lobby of centrally located Changsha hotel, then start this day tour around Changsha. You will visit Dufu River Pavilion firstly. Built in memory of Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu, it is a 7-storey building by the Xiang River in Changsha. It is a nice place to get a bird view while climbing to the top.
- Baisha Well - Then you will head to Baisha Old Well, which is renowned for the good quality of the well water since ancient time. There are old buildings around the well to display the long history of the well. Local people like coming here to get water, so it is a wonderful place to view the authentic local lifestyle.
- Tianxin Tower - Tianxin Pavilion is located in the city center of Changsha. It includes Tianxin Ancient Pavilion and the Ancient City Wall as the main attractions. Since the Ming Dynasty (1368 ~ 1398), Qiu Guang, commanding officer of Changsha City, built the ancient city wall of Tianxin Pavilion. Nowadays it is a historical attraction to learn the ancient history here about Changsha.
- Kai Fu Temple - Then you will visit Kai Fu Temple, which was firstly in 927AD, and had been restored many times in the history. As a typical Chinese Buddhism temple, there are praying halls, dormitory, canteen, sutra library, and teaching halls etc.
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Jinggang Ancient Town - Then, you will head to Jinggang Old Town, which has a history more than one thousand years. There are well-preserved old housed, lanes, temples, and shops in the town. It is nice to walk around and visit the temple, museums, old houses here.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your Changsha hotel where the day tour concludes.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located)
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Changsha serves as the provincial capital of Hunan, China. Participate in this private full-day tour to discover key aspects of Changsha city. The tour includes visits to the Dufu River Pavilion, Baisha Old Well, Tianxian Pavilion, Kaifu Temple, and the preserved Jinggang Ancient Town, all for a duration of approximately 8 hours. Led by a local guide, gain insights into Changsha’s history and culture through exploring these age-old sites. Lunch is inclusive on the tour, featuring mouthwatering local Hunan cuisine. The tour package includes pick-up and drop-off at centrally-located hotels in Changsha.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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