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Seeking Ancient Jinbei | Taiyuan + Datong 5-day 4-night Private Tour
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Seeking Ancient Jinbei | Taiyuan + Datong 5-day 4-night Private Tour

5 days
Taiyuan
€181.50/person
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If the trip is canceled 7 days (inclusive) or more before the assembly date, 0% of the fee will be deducted. If the trip is canceled 6-4 days (inclusive) before the departure date, 20% of the fee will be deducted. If the itinerary is canceled 3 to 1 day(s) (inclusive) before the departure date, 40% of the fee will be deducted. If the trip is canceled on the day of assembly, 60% of the fee will be deducted. Many accommodations on this itinerary require advance resource confirmation and payment of related fees. If you withdraw due to personal reasons, and the proportion of fees deducted according to the contract's withdrawal date is insufficient to cover actual losses, compensation will be provided based on actual losses, but not exceeding the total travel cost. We appreciate your understanding. In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule Partial refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: Participation for some attractions has been suspended
  • 1. 4 nights of 5-star accommodation and breakfast for two the next day
  • First night: Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou Holiday Inn/Holiday Inn Express Taiyuan Wuyi Square or similar hotels
  • Second night: Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou Holiday Inn/Taiyuan Wuyi Square Hilton Garden Inn or similar hotels
  • Third night: Datong Jixiashan·SUNYATA Resort Hotel/Pingchengfu•HOTEL (Datong Ancient City Southeast Yidian) and other similar hotels
  • Fourth Night: Datong Jixia Mountain·SUNYATA Resort Hotel / Pingchengfu•HOTEL (Datong Ancient City Southeast Yi Branch) and other similar hotels
  • Note: The room type arrangement is the basic room type. If you want to upgrade, you can contact customer service to make up the price difference.
  • 2. The whole trip only includes breakfast, not including dinner
  • III. Tickets Adult: Includes Yungang Grottoes + Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple + Hanging Temple (excluding climbing) + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda + Jinci Temple + Qiao Family Compound; Group tour guide: Shanxi Museum + Jinci Temple + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda + Yungang Grottoes + Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple (group tour guide requires coordination with explanation time slots). Experience: Intangible cultural heritage mural copying experience; Airport transfer: 24-hour airport transfer; Gift: a Datong Cultural and Creative Huaxiaofo. Children: includes half-price tickets + activity fees + full tour guide fees + insurance.

Not included: Round-trip transportation costs; All personal expenses and any costs not mentioned are excluded, and full meals are not included throughout the trip.

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Overview

① Pre-trip notice Within 24 hours of your order, we will send detailed itinerary and vehicle information via email. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. ② Introduction to exciting attractions on the itinerary One-stop experience of five major features: the cultural heritage of ancient Jin architecture, thousand-year-old Jin merchant compounds, ancient temples on suspended cliffs, the Buddhist charm of Northern Wei grottoes, and intangible cultural heritage murals and rock paintings. Visit the provincial museum to trace the cultural heritage of the Jin Dynasty, visit Jinci Temple to admire ancient architecture, and explore Qiao Family Compound to experience the legend of Jin merchants. Ascend the Hanging Temple to view the immortal temples on the cliffs, admire the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda to see the thousand-year-old mortise and tenon craftsmanship, and explore the miracles of ancient Chinese architecture. Explore the Yungang Grottoes to view the Northern Wei Buddhist grottoes, visit Huayan Temple to appreciate the Liao and Jin dynasties' charm, and experience the ingenuity of intangible cultural heritage murals and rock paintings. ③【Warm Reminder】 The local climate is dry, so remember to hydrate. The temperature difference between day and night is large, so please prepare sunscreen and a light jacket. Shanxi has many ancient buildings and grottoes, please visit them civilly and do not touch cultural relics. Wish you a pleasant journey! ④ Itinerary arrangement: Forward Route Day 1: Taiyuan airport/station pick-up – free activities (approx. 20KM/30 minutes) Day 2: Shanxi Provincial Museum – Jinci Temple – Qiao Family Compound – Taiyuan (approx. 130KM/3H) Day 3: Taiyuan – Hanging Temple – Yingxian Wooden Pagoda – Datong (approx. 400KM/5H) Day 4: Datong – Yungang Grottoes – Huayan Temple – Shanhua Temple – arrange intangible cultural heritage mural copying – Datong (approx. 40KM/1H) Day 5: Datong – airport/station drop-off according to flight schedule (approx. 20KM/1H) Group tour guide: Shanxi Museum + Jinci Temple + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda + Yungang Grottoes + Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple (group tour guide requires coordination with explanation time slots) Reverse Route Day 1: Datong airport/station pick-up – free activities (approx. 20KM/1H) Day 2: Datong – Yungang Grottoes – Huayan Temple – Shanhua Temple – arrange intangible cultural heritage rock paintings and murals – Datong (approx. 40KM/1H) Day 3: Datong – Hanging Temple – Yingxian Wooden Pagoda – Taiyuan (approx. 400KM/5H) Day 4: Taiyuan – Qiao Family Compound – Jinci Temple – Taiyuan (approx. 130KM/3H) Day 5: Shanxi Museum – Taiyuan airport/station drop-off (approx. 20KM/30 minutes) Group tour guide: Shanxi Museum + Jinci Temple + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda + Yungang Grottoes + Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple (group tour guide requires coordination with explanation time slots)

Highlights

[Exclusive Stay]
Datong Jixiashan·SUNYATA Resort Hotel, 2 consecutive nights, a luxurious ancient city retreat
Pingchengfu Hotel, a Northern Wei ancient city courtyard
[Special Experience]
Dedicated guide for Yungang Grottoes/Yingxian Wooden Pagoda/Jinci Temple/Shanxi Museum; full-day Chinese guide arranged in Datong
Arranged intangible cultural heritage mural copying experience
[Itinerary Highlights]
Arrive in Taiyuan, depart from Datong (can be reversed), 2 consecutive nights, reasonable route, leisurely pace
Must-visit attractions in Taiyuan: Shanxi Museum + Jinci Temple + Qiao Family Compound
Must-visit attractions in Datong: Yungang Grottoes + Hanging Temple + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
[Special Surprises]
Surprise 1: Receive a Datong cultural and creative Huaxiaofuo upon placing an order

What's included

1. 4 nights of 5-star accommodation and breakfast for two the next day
First night: Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou Holiday Inn/Holiday Inn Express Taiyuan Wuyi Square or similar hotels
Second night: Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou Holiday Inn/Taiyuan Wuyi Square Hilton Garden Inn or similar hotels
Third night: Datong Jixiashan·SUNYATA Resort Hotel/Pingchengfu•HOTEL (Datong Ancient City Southeast Yidian) and other similar hotels
Fourth Night: Datong Jixia Mountain·SUNYATA Resort Hotel / Pingchengfu•HOTEL (Datong Ancient City Southeast Yi Branch) and other similar hotels
Note: The room type arrangement is the basic room type. If you want to upgrade, you can contact customer service to make up the price difference.
2. The whole trip only includes breakfast, not including dinner
III. Tickets Adult: Includes Yungang Grottoes + Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple + Hanging Temple (excluding climbing) + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda + Jinci Temple + Qiao Family Compound; Group tour guide: Shanxi Museum + Jinci Temple + Yingxian Wooden Pagoda + Yungang Grottoes + Huayan Temple + Shanhua Temple (group tour guide requires coordination with explanation time slots). Experience: Intangible cultural heritage mural copying experience; Airport transfer: 24-hour airport transfer; Gift: a Datong Cultural and Creative Huaxiaofo. Children: includes half-price tickets + activity fees + full tour guide fees + insurance.
4. Full-time driver and guide fees, the driver does not accompany you into the scenic area (including transportation fees, tolls, fuel fees, airport pick-up fees)
V. Travel accident insurance 100w
VI. Arrange vehicles according to the number of people: 1-3 people, a 5-seater car; 4-5 people, a 7-seater car; 6 people, a 9-seater car.

What's not included

Round-trip transportation costs
All personal expenses and any costs not mentioned are excluded, and full meals are not included throughout the trip.

Cancellation policy

  • Conditional cancellation - a refund is not guaranteed.

Additional info

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Day 1 Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Upon arrival in Taiyuan, enjoy exclusive airport/train station pick-up service, conveniently check into your hotel for rest, and there's no need to rush throughout your journey. [Attraction/experience] Taiyuan Free Exploration, In your leisure time, you can stroll through the old town's streets and alleys, savor local specialty foods, and enjoy a pleasant rest to recharge, officially beginning your profound cultural journey through the ancient architecture of Sanjin. [Accommodation] Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou Holiday Inn Holiday Inn; We will arrange your stay at Holiday Inn Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou. If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange for you to stay at Hampton by Hilton Taiyuan Wuyi Square or another hotel of the same standard. All hotel room types are basic. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 2 [Attraction/experience] Shanxi Provincial Museum, Jinci Temple, Qiao Family Compound, Today, deeply unlock Taiyuan's cultural heritage, visit the Shanxi Museum to systematically understand the millennium-old history and civilization of Sanjin. Afterwards, tour the thousand-year-old Jinci Temple, appreciating the ultimate scenery where ancient steles, gardens, and ancient architecture blend. Finally, step into the simple and elegant Qiao Family Compound, wandering through courtyards of blue bricks and black tiles, and immerse yourself in the legendary Jinshang culture. [Accommodation] Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou Holiday Inn Holiday Inn; We will arrange your stay at Holiday Inn Taiyuan Liuxiang Wuzhou. If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange for you to stay at Hampton by Hilton Taiyuan Wuyi Square or another hotel of the same standard. All hotel room types are basic. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 3 [Attraction/experience] Hanging Temple, Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, Take a special car north to Datong, Jinbei, and visit two great ancient Chinese architectural wonders. Get a close look at the Hanging Temple, marveling at the thrilling layout of the ancient temple suspended on a cliff, and experiencing the extraordinary architectural wisdom of the ancients; visit the thousand-year-old Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, appreciating the miracle of its nail-free mortise and tenon structure standing firm through a thousand years of wind and rain, and immersing yourself in the magnificent style of Liao and Jin ancient architecture. [Accommodation] Datong Jixia Mountain·SUNYATA Resort Hotel; We will arrange your stay at Datong Jixiashan·SUNYATA Resort Hotel. If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange Pingchengfu•HOTEL (Datong Ancient City Southeast Yi Branch) or other hotels of the same class. All hotel room types are standard. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 4 [Attraction/experience] Yungang Grottoes, Huayan Temple, Shanhua Temple, Intangible Cultural Heritage Rock Painting and Mural Handicraft Experience, Embark on a dual experience of Buddhist charm and intangible cultural heritage in Datong. Follow professional guides for an in-depth tour of the Yungang Grottoes, a World Heritage site, and meticulously appreciate the Northern Wei stone carving art and the millennium-old Buddhist heritage. Stroll through Huayan Temple and Shanhua Temple, admire the precious Liao and Jin dynasty ancient architectural relics, personally participate in intangible cultural heritage rock painting and mural handicraft experiences, and immerse yourself in the traditional art of northern Shanxi. [Accommodation] Datong Jixia Mountain·SUNYATA Resort Hotel; We will arrange your stay at Datong Jixiashan·SUNYATA Resort Hotel. If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange Pingchengfu•HOTEL (Datong Ancient City Southeast Yi Branch) or other hotels of the same class. All hotel room types are standard. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 5 [Attraction/experience] Datong City, There's no need to rush today; you can flexibly arrange your itinerary according to your personal flight schedule. A dedicated car will provide thoughtful airport drop-off service, ensuring a relaxed and worry-free journey. This trip offers a one-stop experience to explore the core attractions such as the cultural heritage of Sanjin, Jin merchant compounds, ancient temples on cliffs, and Northern Wei Grottoes, deeply appreciating Shanxi's millennium-old architecture and cultural heritage, bringing this tour to a successful conclusion. [Return] 16:00 - 21:00, at [Datong Airport/Station Drop-off,]() We will pick you up 2-3 hours before your flight time. Thank you for choosing our service, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Day {num}
This activity has no age limit
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