China[Datong and Pingyao(3N/4D)]

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

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This package comprises of ancient civilization track of Shanxi tour. Ideal for travellers looking for tours & treks. Confirm trip pace, inclusions and seasonal suitability with the provider.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day 01: Datong Arrival — On your arrival, the guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel Day 02: Datong (B) — After breakfast, you will visit one of the four greatest grottoes in China, Yungang Grottoes. Situated to the west of Datong City, Yungang Grottoes were carved on the southern foot of the mountain, stretching for about one kilometer (0.6 miles) from the east to the west. There are altogether 252 niche and 51,000 vivid Buddha statues, representing the splendid Buddhist grotto art of China between the 5th and 6th century. Then you will visit another amazing attraction, the Hanging Monastery. Constructed about 1,500 years ago during the late Northern Wei Dynasty, the Hanging Monastery, as the name suggests, was enchased in the cliff of the mountain. Although 1,500 years has passed, 40 halls of the monastery stand there solidly and firmly. Hanging Monastery stands at the foot of Mt. Hengshan, Since it hangs on the west cliff of Jinxia Gorge more than 50 meters above the ground, it is called Hanging Monastery, building a monastery on the cliff could shield it from floods. In addition, the mountain peak protects it from rain and snow; and the mountain around it also diminishes damage from long-time sunshine. The second reason is that the builders followed a principle in Taoism: no noises, including those from rooster crowing and dog baying so from the upper ground, all noises drop away. Day 03: Datong-Pingyao (B) — Morning, have breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Pingyao Ancient city. And then time to start sightseeing will begin with a visit to the City Wall of Pingyao, which has been well preserved. As a whole, the rectangular wall resembles a tortoise, which was considered as a symbol of longevity traditionally. Ascending the wall, you could overlook the ancient city of Pingyao. The essence of Pingyao could be found while you are wandering along the Ancient Ming-Qing Street, namely the South Street of the ancient town. Here, you will find about one hundred various kinds of shops opened in old buildings, revealing the prosperous commercial atmosphere created by local merchants hundreds of years ago. Besides, you should focus on the Temple of the City God, Rishengchang Exchange Shop and Tongxinggong Ancient Bank Safeguard. It is worth to be mentioned that Rishengchang is one of the earliest exchange shops in China. Finally, you could climb up the well-preserved Pingyao City Wall which looks like a giant turtle. Day 04: Pingyao Departure (B) — The car will drive you to visit the Qiao's Compound in Qixian County. It is an ancient residence complex in north China constructed by the local Qiao's family from 1756. The compound covering an area of 4,175 square meters was built with 313 rooms and blocked from outside world. Nowadays, it is treasure house to research the local residence, various kinds of brick and wood carvings as well as delicate murals. And it is the one of the most famous film shooting sites, which presents the most essential culture of China. On the way driving to train station , you will drop off at the Jinci Temple Consisting of tens of splendid ancient halls, this temple also boasts charming natural scenery and superior painted sculptures. While the tour ends, see you off at railway station and hope you have a pleasant journey back. Transfer to the train station or airport for your next destination. Day 5: —

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 5—+

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KNOW WHAT'S COVERED

What's included in your experience

Included

Accommodation with breakfast ( 2nights in Datong + 1 night in Pingyao)
Private transfer
Excellent English Guide
All first-gate sightseeing entrance fee mentioned above

Not included

Tips for the guide and driver
( 1-4Pax—8USD/P/D, 5-9Pax 6USD/P/D, 10-19Pax—4USD/P/D, 20above---2USD/P/D)
Daily lunch and dinner
Early check in and late check out
Anything not mentioned

PLAN AHEAD

Essential trip information

Accommodation

The following rates are in American Dollar(USD). For 3 Star Hotel Tariffs(per person) Price Single Supplement 2 PAX 603 94 3-5 PAX 500 94 6-9 PAX 381 94 10-14 PAX 308 73 15-20 PAX 270 73 Note: The above mentioned rates are only valid for the year 2020. 3 Star Hotel Datong Inn or similar Pingyao Tianyuankui Inn or similar

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Meeting point

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