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Travel Style: Cultural exploration focusing on heritage, history, and authentic experiences.
Service Level: Standard
Physical Rating: Light+，suitable for those who enjoy light walking and cultural visits.
Age Requirement: 12+ years
Trip Type: Private tour/Small group (min 2 people)
Visa Requirements: 144-hour visa-free transit available for travelers from the UK and most EU countries
Transport：Comfortable private vehicle and high-speed train.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Beijing
- Morning:Arrive in Beijing and meet your guide. Enjoy a warm welcome and transfer to your hotel.
- Afternoon:Spend your afternoon exploring Beijing at your own pace. Suggested sights include Qianmen Street, Tiananmen Square, and Wangfujing Street.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Not included
- Lunch:Not included
- Dinner:Not included (Recommended: KFC/McDonald’s or Western restaurants in Sanlitun)
- Hotel:Beijing Business Hotel (Quasi-four-star level)
- Optional Activity:Half-day guided tour of Qianmen and surrounding areas (From £32 per person)
- Note: 24-hour airport pickup available
Day 2 Beijing to Datong – Yungang Grottoes Adventure
- Morning:After breakfast, take the high-speed train to Datong in Shanxi Province. Enjoy a hearty lunch upon arrival.
- Afternoon:Begin your cultural exploration with a visit to Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by Shanhua Temple. End the day with a visit to the Datong City Wall for panoramic views.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Authentic Datong knife-cut noodles
- Dinner:Western-style simple meal
- Hotel:Datong Hotel or equivalent
- Optional Activity:Yungang Mural Restoration Experience (£40 per person)
- Guide Service: English-speaking guide provided
Day 3 Exploring the Wonders of Xinzhou – Wooden Pagoda & Yanmen Pass
- Morning:After breakfast, take a bus to Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, one of China’s oldest and tallest wooden structures.
- Afternoon:Head to Yanmen Pass to discover its historical significance before visiting New Guangwu Ancient City. Continue to Xinzhou Ancient City and check into your hotel.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Chinese simple meal
- Dinner:On your own
- Accommodation:Xinzhou Gudu Guesthouse or similar
- Optional Activity: Traditional Tie-Dye Workshop (£19 per person)
Day 4 Journey Through Jinzhong – Qiao Family Courtyard & Pingyao Ancient City
- Morning:After breakfast, drive to Qiao Family Courtyard to learn about the traditional lifestyle of Shanxi’s wealthy merchants.
- Afternoon:Visit Shuanglin Temple, then continue to Pingyao Ancient City, a well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Local specialties in Pingyao (including Pingyao Beef and bowl jelly)
- Dinner:On your own
- Hotel:Pingyao Guild Hall or similar
- Optional Activity:Pingyao Hanfu Photo Shoot (£26 per person)
- Bonus: Enjoy a complimentary traditional folk performance, Jin Merchants Melody
Day 5 Taiyuan – Jin Temple & Back to Beijing
- Morning:Take a leisurely morning stroll through Pingyao Ancient City, then head to Taiyuan.
- Afternoon:Visit the iconic Jinci Temple before taking a train back to Beijing.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Western-style simple meal
- Dinner:On your own
- Hotel:Beijing Business Hotel (Quasi-four-star level)
- Optional Activity: Shanxi Cuisine & Noodle Performance (£12 per person, 10-person minimum)
Day 6 Beijing – End of Journey
- Morning:Based on your departure schedule, enjoy a leisurely morning or go shopping at Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street. End your journey with a transfer to the airport or train station.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:On your own
- Dinner:Not included
- Hotel:None
- Note:24-hour transfer to airport or train station included
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation:Comfortable business hotels with double occupancy.
- Meals:5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 2 dinners.
- Transportation:High-speed train from Beijing to Datong and Taiyuan to Beijing. Air-conditioned private vehicle for all ground travel.
- Guided Service:Knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
- Entry Tickets: First-entry tickets to all major attractions mentioned.
Optional Activities
- Cultural Activities:
- Night River Cruise in Datong Ancient City(£32 per person).
- Jinci Temple Tea Ceremony (£20 per person, booked in advance).
* Note: Flexible airport transfer based on departure time
