Private Day Tour: Pingyao Highlights of Old Town and City Wall
Overview
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 discovery the profound history of world cultural heritage listed Pingyao Ancient City.
Inclusions
- English-speaking guide
- Lunch in local restaurant
- Hotel meet & greet
- Entrance ticket fees
- Entry/Admission - Pingyao Old Town Jixiang Temple
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Pingyao Old Town Jixiang Temple, Road North West Section of Huayuan Street, Pingyao County 031100 China
Local friendly 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. Visit the Ancient Government Office to the west of the Ancient Ming-Qing Street. Explore the nearly 200-year-old Rishengchang Exchange Museum.
Later you will have a break and enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional local food. Then proceed to visit the Confucius Templ, the City God Temple, and explore the turtle-like Ancient City Wall. To conclude the trip, local guide will escort you back to the hotel and bid farewell.
Duration: 7 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Pingyao Old Town Jixiang Temple, Road North West Section of Huayuan Street, Pingyao County 031100 China
Local friendly 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. Visit the Ancient Government Office to the west of the Ancient Ming-Qing Street. Explore the nearly 200-year-old Rishengchang Exchange Museum.
Later you will have a break and enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional local food. Then proceed to visit the Confucius Templ, the City God Temple, and explore the turtle-like Ancient City Wall. To conclude the trip, local guide will escort you back to the hotel and bid farewell.
Duration: 7 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Most travelers can participate
- 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 a taxi and the taxi fee is at your own expense.
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.