Beijing West Railway Station - Your driver will pick you up from your Beijing city hotels lobby and take you to the Beijing West Railway Station. You will take the morning train to Pingyao old town, it takes about 4 hours by bullet train to arrive Pingyao.
Ancient City of Pingyao - Then accompanied by your tour guide, you will start a walking tour of the Pinayao Old City. Founded during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046 – 771 BC) and rebuilt in 1370, the Pingyao old city is nowadays one of China’s four best preserved old cities. Step into the city, the old past comes alive.
Ming and Qing Dynasties Street - Stroll around the Ming and Qing Dynasties Street which flanked with shops of local handicraft.
Rishengchang Former Bank - Check out the Rishengchang Former Bank which shows us the glory of the first Chinese exchange shops.
Pingyao Ancient Government Office - The ancient government office tells everything about the bureaucracy of the feudal society.
Ping Yao Temple of the City God - If time allows, you shouldn’t miss the Temple of City God, learn the stories with your tour guide.
Pingyao Confucian Temple - Stroll around the halls and courtyards at Pingyao Confucius Temple, learn the stories about Confucius and its theory.
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of old times lifestyle and appreciate the charms of old China. Feel free to discuss with your tour guide on where you wan to go in the old city.
Then, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Pingyao (please book your own accommodation in Pingyao in advance)
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Private transportation in Beijing and Pingyao
- Two days lunches in the local restaurant
- Lunch
- Beijing - Pingyao round trip train tickets
- Entrance fee
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Accommodation in PIngyao
- Additional entrance tickets in Pingyao Old Town
If you have extra time in Beijing. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the nearby city Pingyao which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 2-day private tour leads you to explore Pingyao’s many old landmarks at your own pace. Experience the speedy bullet train of China for your short excursion from Beijing. This tour includes train tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to end your tour in Pingyao or travel back to Beijing.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
