5 Days Datong and Pingyao Tour by Train
- Private Tour
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Tour Fee
1 person
$903
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2 person
$618
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3 person
$565
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4 person
$492
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5 person
$454
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6 person
$421
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7 person
$409
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8 person
$390
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9 person
$386
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≥10 person
$377
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Highlights
This Datong and Pingyao tour package selects many cultural and historical attractions in Shanxi province! In just five days, delve into the Buddhist buildings like Yungang Grottos, Hanging Temple, and Shuanglin Temple. Besides, fully understand splendid residence buildings at Pingyao Ancient City and Wang Family Compound.
Day 1 Arrival in Datong
Today, by picked up at the railway station or hotel in Datong, first stop is Yungang Grottoes; one of China's three best-known UNESCO-listed and historical Buddhist sculptural sites consisting of 252 cliffside grottoes and niches, more than 51,000 statues and depictions of Buddha. Marvel at those fascinating ancient grottoes which reveal the story of past glory. Afterward enjoy your delicious lunch and continue to visit Huayan Monastery which is the largest and best-preserved monastery of the Liao Dynasty in China; unique in its nature as it faces the east instead of the south. Later on, have a tour of the Datong Nine Dragon Screen; the oldest and largest glazed screen in China with nine vivid dragons in different shapes.
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Day 2 Datong
The day starts off with an early morning pick up from the hotel followed by a short drive to the outskirts about 70 km from downtown Datong to visit the Hanging Temple. Get acquainted with the temple that hangs on the west cliff of Jinxia Gorge more than 50 meters above the ground. Afterwards, drive 1 hour to Yingxian Wooden Pagoda. The Pagoda is made of wood without a single nail and has survived from many earthquakes. At last, send back to the hotel in Datong.
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Day 3 Datong-Pingyao Ancient City by Train
Your private driver will send you off at the railway station then enjoy the beautiful scenery on the train. Upon arrival, be transferred to the local hotel. Free activity in the evening!
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Day 4 Pingyao Ancient City
Start your Pingyao Ancient City tour after being picking up at the hotel lobby. Walking on the Mingqing Street holding nearly one hundred history and anciently designed shops, then make a stop at Rishengchang and uncover the secrets of its prudent managing systems from the tong. Ascend the city wall and have a bird's view of the whole city. After that, transfer back to the hotel.
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Day 5 Pingyao Ancient City-Jiexiu-Pingyao Ancient City by Private Vehicle
On this day, the tour guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel early in the morning then take you to Wang Family Compound, which has been called the Forbidden City of folk residence. You'll amaze at its grand buildings in Ming and Qing style architecture, browse carved doorway, walls, and windows slowly. Learn the hierarchy history from buildings and statues. After lunch, go to Shuanglin Temple; the treasure houses of oriental painted sculptures. Marvel at more than 2,000 exquisite Buddha sculptures fully attracting your attention. At last, be transferred to the railway station or hotel.
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Booking Notes
Includes
Entrance tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle with driver
Meals as listed
English speaking guide
A bottle of water per day per person
Railway station transfer
Hotel pick-up and drop off service
Hard seat for train as listed
Hotel for 4 nights (if selected)
Excludes
Shuttle bus fee in Pingyao
Tips to the guide and driver
How to Choose Tour Type?
Affordable Group Tour:
Our small group tour is around of 15 peoples picked up from different hotels. Suitable for tourists with limited budget and who would like to travel with others from different countries.
Best Value Private Tour:
More flexible and time saving.No need to wait for other tourists.Flexible schedule . Possible to be customized for your own itinerary. A privet tour guide and air-conditioned vehicle will be at your service.
How to Book:
1. You can book online, choose to pay the deposit or full payment. We accept payment by PayPal, Credit Card, Wechat and Bank Transfer. After booking, we will send you a booking confirmation email.
2. When you arrive at the departure city, the exactly pick up time will inform by your tour guide though your hotel one night before your tour date.
3.Pick-up Service: To ensure the morning pick-up going smoothly as scheduled, we suggest you choose downtown hotels within the fourth ring road of the city. An additional transfer fee will be incurred if your hotel is outside the above mentioned area. If your hotel is located in a narrow lane or an apartment block, we suggest you find the nearest hotel on the main street as your pick-up point.
Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
Hotel, flight and train ticket fees are not refundable.
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1:We are in Beijing
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5:Flexible tour time,private tour group,customized tour service
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