• Dingling Underground Palace - Begin your journey with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in the heart of Beijing at your chosen time. Meet your private guide and board your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, heading straight to The Ming Tombs. Along the way, your knowledgeable tour guide will provide insights into the Ming Tombs and share fascinating details about Chinese history and culture. Enjoy the picturesque countryside views during the drive.

Visit the Dingling at Ming Tombs, the only underground palace open to the public. Dingling is the resting place of Emperor Zhu Yijun, who had the longest reign among the 16 Ming emperors. Construction began when he was just 22 and took six years to complete, finishing in 1590. After his passing, he was interred in Dingling alongside his two empresses. Your guide will share captivating stories about the Ming dynasty’s history and the life of the tomb’s owner. Be prepared to be fascinated by the intricate burial customs of the Ming Dynasty.

• Longqing Gorge - Following a delightful lunch at a local Chinese restaurant, proceed to Longqing Gorge, a short 30-minute drive away.

• Longqing Gorge Ice and Snow Festival - The Longqing Gorge Ice and Snow Festival runs from mid-January to the end of February. Over 400 ice sculptures, crafted by both Chinese and international artists, are displayed here, with a new theme each year. When illuminated at night, these stunning sculptures offer a breathtaking visual spectacle. The surrounding mountains are also lit up, providing a stunning backdrop to this winter wonderland. In addition to the ice sculptures, enjoy fireworks displays, folk dancing, and ethnic minority songs on the central stage. Try your hand at ice-fishing, tobogganing, ice-slides, skating, or a variety of other ice and snow activities. There’s even a human-sized ice maze to explore. With activities for all ages, this is an exciting adventure for the entire family.

After the festival, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel in Beijing, with a driving time of approximately 2 hours.

• Lunch or dinner included
• Bottled water provided
• Round-trip private transfer
• Hotel pickup and drop-off within 4th ring road of Beijing
• English-speaking tour guide
• Fuel surcharges
• Entrance fees included
• Transport in a private vehicle

• Gratuities to drivers and guides

Enhance your experience of two of Beijing’s most spectacular attractions with a private day trip to the Ming Tombs and the Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Festival. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, gain fascinating insight into the Dingling at the Ming Tombs. While Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Festival provides a fantastic visual experience when illuminated at night. This private day tour includes tasty local lunch, entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. Seasonal tour is offered January through end of February.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Dress code is smart casual
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.