CNHP-001 CN 9D8N PEK-PEK-01 From S$1,590 per person Day 01 – ARRIVE BEIJING – DATONG Day 02 – DATONG [B] Day 03 – DATONG – MT WUTAI – TAIYUAN [B] Day 04 – TAIYUAN – LINFEN [B] Day 05 – LINFEN [B] Day 06 – LINFEN – PINGYAO [B] Day 07 – PINGYAO [B] Day 08 – PINGYAO – BEIJING [B] Day 09 – DEPART BEIJING [B] Whether you prefer the above itinerary “as-is” or have it customised, if you will indicate the start/end dates of your intended travel and provide your contact details, we will get in touch with you to discuss the itinerary on a no-obligations basis on your part.
– Land package.
– Airport transfers 2-way.
– Local 4* hotels with daily breakfast.
– Meals as per itinerary.
– Travel by air-conditioned private vehicle with Mandarin-speaking driver-guide.
– Train tickets as per itinerary.
– Entrance fees as per itinerary.
Excluding:
– Tipping for guide/driver/porterage (at your own discretion).
– Any items not stated as included.
Optional:
– English-speaking tour manager can be arranged as an add-on if required.
ITINERARY
Day 01 – Beijing Airport to Datong
Day 02 – Datong
Day 03 – Datong to Mt Wutai to Taiyuan
Day 04 – Taiyuan to Linfen
Day 05 – Linfen
Day 06 – Linfen to Pingyao
Day 07 – Pingyao
Day 08 – Pingyao to Beijing
Day 09 – Beijing to Beijing Airport
9D8N China Highlights of Shanxi Private Tour
Upon arrival in Beijing, we will head to Datong on a high-speed train. Free time in Datong.
In the morning, we will enjoy a tour of the Yungang Grottoes, the Hanging Temple and the Wooden Pagoda in the Ying County. The Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built more than 1,500 years ago and has 5 major caves and 209 secondary caves with more than 51,000 statues. The Hanging Temple (Xuankong Si) is well-known for its precipitous location and being the only existing temple dedicated to 3 religions – Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. The Wooden Pagoda is the largest and oldest wooden pagoda in China.
Today, we will head to Wutaishan (Mount Wutai), a sacred “Buddhist Mountain” with 47 monasteries recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has been a centre of Buddhist worship for more than a 1,000 years and among the more famous temples are the Xiantong Temple (the oldest and largest temple in the area), the Tayuan Temple (rich in heritage and home to a precious collection of Buddhist scriptures and artifacts), and the Foguang Temple (one of the oldest and also most famous wooden structures in China that is also renowned for its collection of Buddhist art and sculptures). Apart from its religious significance, Wutaishan – “5 Terraces Mountain” – is a scenic place with beautiful landscapes. Enjoy a tour of this culturally significant and naturally beautiful place.
Today we will head to Linfen on a high-speed train. Upon arrival in Linfen, continue on to the spectacular Hukou Waterfall (along the Yellow River), the second largest waterfall in China.
Today, we will spend a full day exploring and enjoying the sights and attractions of Yunqiushan (Mount Yunqiu) renowned for its beautiful scenery, cultural heritage and religious significance. The Wannian Ice Cave – perennially with ice formations – is the largest of such ice caves in China. For a sense of human existence in antiquity, there is the Taerpo Ancient Village that has a history dating back more than 2,000 years. Regarded as the “Living Fossil of Ancient Houses”, the village is built on a steep slope and the houses are carved into the rocks. There are of course several other attractions in the area to be appreciated.
Today, we will head to Pingyao Ancient City, a historic and well-preserved town that is popularly regarded as the most beautiful ancient town in China. It is certainly worthy of its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Main attractions include: Rishengchang Draft Bank, considered China’s first modern bank, the Ancient City Wall, the Ming and Qing Dynasties Street, North China First Escort Agency and the Ancient Government Office (Yamen) of Pingyao County. In the evening you may wish to watch the “Encore Pingyao” performance (own expense) or just enjoy the colourful and vibrant atmosphere of this ancient town.
Today, we can either:
(A) Enjoy a morning tour of the Qiao Family Compound and return to Pingyao for the rest of the day. The Qiao Family Compound is probably the most exquisite of family compounds built by the affluent Shanxi merchants of old. The site was used for the filming of Zhang Yimou’s film “Raise The Red Lantern”.
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(B) Enjoy a full day tour of the Mianshan (Mount Mian) Scenic Area. Mianshan is a highly picturesque area renowned for its scenic landscapes, stunning rock formations and religious sites including ancient Buddhist and Taoist temples and monasteries. There are hundreds of attractions in the area and among the top attractions – which are numerous! – are (1) the Daluo Temple, the “Potala Palace of Northern China”, (2) the Yunfeng Temple, located and built in the belly of the Baofu Rock which is 60m high, 50m deep and 180m long, and (3) the Shuitao Valley, known for its picturesque landscapes and beautiful waterfalls.
After breakfast, we will head to Beijing on a high-speed train. Enjoy Beijing at your own leisure.
Free time until your transfer to Beijing airport for your departure flight.
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