Pingyao Ancient City Tour – Private Tour – 2 Days

This tour highlights the Ancient City of Pingyao, a well-preserved old Chinese city of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Besides, you will also admire the Qiao Family Compound, a magnificent private residence featuring traditional Chinese furnishings and lifelike wood carvings.

Day 1 Taiyuan – Pingyao (by automobile)
lunch
In the morning, meet your guide in the hotel and take a car ride to Pingyao.
Ancient City of Pingyao
The Ancient City of Pingyao (UNESCO), a well-preserved ancient Chinese city of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, is an must-see attraction for you. You will admire the Ancient City Wall built with bricks and stones. Approach to Rishengchang Bank – the first bank of China, and get impressed by the Old Government Buildings. The courtyard houses, narrow streets and small shops in the city provide a complete picture of China’s cultural and social lifestyle during that period of time.

Day 2 Pingyao – Taiyuan (by automobile)
private transfer from Pingyao to Taiyuan, airport or railway station transfer in Taiyuan
breakfast, lunch
Jinci Temple, Qiao Family Compound
Featuring unique cultural relics, the Jinci Temple is a place where almost all the forms of ancient Chinese architectures could be found.
The Qiao Family Compound was the former residence of a rich businessman – Qiao Zhiyong in the Qing Dynasty. Consisting of 6 large yards and 20 small yards in total, the magnificent compound features its traditional Chinese furnishings and lifelike wood carvings.
Service ends.