All Inclusive Pingyao Private Tour to Qiao Family Compound and Shuanglin Temple in Pingyao
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All Inclusive Pingyao Private Tour to Qiao Family Compound and Shuanglin Temple
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Sep 16
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All Inclusive Pingyao Private Tour to Qiao Family Compound and Shuanglin Temple
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Highlights
Experience a wealth of Pingyao's rural and historical treasures at Qiao Family Compound, and Shuanglin Temple on this full-day trip from Pingyao with an expert guide. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, explore the 1,400 years old Shuanglin Temple which is reputed to be the 'ancient painted sculptures museum'. After lunch, stroll around the halls and courtyards of Qiao Family Compound to enjoy amazing Qing Dynasty architecture and brick carvings. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, lunch and travel by private vehicle.
Itinerary
Ancient City of Pingyao(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeYour tour guide will pick you up in your hotels lobby, then heading directly to Shuanglin Temple.Shuanglin Temple
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedUpon arrival, spend time to explore the UNESCO site of Shuanglin Temple. Shuanglin Temple is reputed to be the 'ancient painted sculptures museum'. It houses more than 2,000 colorful sculptures reflecting the exquisite skills of the artisans of the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Stroll around the halls and courtyards with your tour guide, admire the 1,400 years paintings and sculptures. Get to know the history, stories behind and learn the history about the Buddhism in China. Feel free to ask your tour guide if you have any questions.Qiao's Family Compound (Qiao Jia Dayuan)
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedEnjoy lunch in the local restaurant, then heading to Qiao Family Compound. The Qiao Family Compound is the former residence of Qiao Zhiyong, the third-generation commercial tycoon of the Qiao family in Shanxi Province. He attained his fortune by running banks, pawnshops and teahouses. The entire courtyard consists 6 main courtyards and 20 smaller ones, with 313 rooms altogether. Follow your tour guide to go up to the pavilion where you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of the entire complex. Then, stroll around the halls and courtyards with your tour guide to enjoy fine Qing Dynasty style architecture and amazing brick carvings. The carvings were based on figures, allusions, flowers and plants, birds, beast, chess, and painting and calligraphy. After your tour finished you will be transferred to your hotel in Pingyao.
What's included
INCLUDED
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Travel by private vehicle
Lunch
Entrance Fee
NOT INCLUDED
Accommodation
Gratuities
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Location
Address
In Pingyao County, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China 031100
Provider
Unique Beijing Tours