Pingyao played an important role in the economic development of Shanxi during Ming and Qing Dynasties, while the soul of Pingyao lies in its Old City. On this private day tour, you will follow a knowledgeable tour guide to discover the profound history of world cultural heritage listed Pingyao Ancient City.
Highlights:
Discover the profound history of world cultural heritage
Visit the well-preserved ancient city with a grand City Wall
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Great overview and orientation of the Old Town
What You Can Expect:
Local tour guide will meet you at your Pingyao hotel lobby at 9:00 am, lead you to start the tour of well-preserved ancient city with a grand City Wall, traditional residences, former security guard companies, time-honored shops, and Ancient government office.
While walking along the ancient Ming-Qing Street, learn about the Old Town’s history, culture, and architecture from your guide. Founded during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046 – 771 BC) and rebuilt in 1370, the Pingyao Ancient City is one of China's four best preserved old cities and was inscribed as a world cultural heritage in 1997.
Visit the Ancient Government Office to the west of the Ancient Ming-Qing Street, hear about old trial at the law court. Explore the nearly 200-year-old Rishengchang Exchange Museum, the first 'bank' in China's history. With more than 30 branches throughout the country, it once controlled the lifeblood of the nation's economy in the Qing Dynasty.
Later you will have a break and enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional local food. Then proceed to visit the Confucius Temple to learn the development and procedure of the old examination, wander in the City God Temple to see exquisite pavilions and towers, and explore one of the best-preserved ancient walls in Chia - the turtle-like Ancient City Wall.
To conclude the trip, local guide will escort you back to the hotel and bid farewell.
Note: private car / van are prohibited in the old town, this tour excludes transportation by private vehicle. If you hotel is outside the old town, the guide will help you to take taxi and the taxi fee is at your own expense.
Tour Duration: 7 hours
Departure Date: Daily
Departure point: Centrally located Pingyao hotels
Return point: The original departure point
Departure time: 9:00 am
Service Inclusion:
Private Tour
Walking Tour
English-speaking guide
Entrance fee
Local lunch
Electric car
Bottled water
Hotel meet & greet
Service Exclusion:
Private transportation
Gratuities (Optional)
Additional Information:
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
All travelers’ names and hotel information are required while booking
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