Beijing Xian Pingyao Tours 2023/2024 - Unlock the Door to the Essence of Chinese Culture

Chinese culture is broad and profound, existing on the every corner of the vast land of the Middle Kingdom. While the most classic and influential part of Chinese culture exist in the so-called “Zhong Yuan” where used to the Cradle of Chinese Civilization and most prosperous and populated area in ancient China, and nowadays the three provinces of Henan, Shanxi and Shaanxi. Xian and Pingyao are two of the best-preserved ancient cities survived from the ancient history. Xian is the best place to explore the imperial capital culture while Pingyao represent the folk culture. Xian has the world famous Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall of Ming Dynasty, amazing food, while Pingyao is an interesting place to experience what was the living of ancient wealthy civilians like and learn how they made the incredible fortune with wisdom and diligence. Well, to talk about Chinese culture, we can’t ignore Beijing, the current capital where everybody can see and experience the magnificent history and culture of China easily. It is connected with both Xian and Luoyang by high speed railways and flights.

How to Plan Beijing Xian Pingyao Tours

To travel from Beijing to Pingyao, or from Xian to Pingyao, or travel three destinations together depends on your interest and schedule. There are fast and reliable high speed railways reaching all three cities. Generally speaking, Beijing is usually the starting city of most China tours. One should spend at least 3~4 days to see the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Great Wall, etc. Pingyao is about 4 hours’ bullet train ride from Beijing. It deserves at least 2 days to see the Ancient City, Wang Family Compound, etc. Xian is about 5 hours train ride from Beijing, 3 hours train ride from Pingyao. You can stay there about 2~3 days either.

6 Days Beijing Pingyao Highlights Tour

Highlights: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace, Pingyao Ancient City, Wang's Family Compound

Located north to Beijing, Pingyao is only 4 hours' train journey the capital city of the Republic of China. This tour takes you to explore the huge contrast of glorious imperial history of Beijing and authentic civilian prosperous ancient city Pingyao in Ming and Qing Dynasty, and covers both the highlights of these two ancient cities.

8 Days Ancient Beijing & Shanxi Culture Tour

Highlights:

Get all the best treasures of Beijing of its famous World Cultural Heritages, such as Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, etc;

Marvel at the holy and impressive Buddhist sites in Datong, including Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Temple, etc;

Enjoy a spiritual journey to Mount Wutai (Wutaishan) which also provides beautiful natural landscape;

Find out what is the richest civilian city - Pingyao in Qing Dynasty like.

Home to plenty of historical heritage sites, both Beijing and Datong, Pingyao and Wutaishan in Shanxi province will give you a deep impression about culture and history of China, from glorious ancient imperial culture in Beijing to grand Buddhist sacred mountain and sites to the prosperous ancient Pingyao. If you have already visited Beijing, you can skip the itinerary in Beijing.

4 Days Ancient Pingyao & Xian Tour

Highlights: Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Terrecotta Warriors, Pingyao Ancient City

Xian and Pingyao are famous as two of the best preserved ancient cities in China. They represent two different kinds of culture. Xian is the ancient capital while Pingyao used to be one of the richest civil cities. This tour take you to experience the charms of their history and culture. You will start the tour from Pingyao, then take a high speed train to Xian.

6 Days Classic Beijing Xian High-speed Train Tour (Most Valuable)

Highlights: Landmark Attractions, Leisure Pace, Bullet Train Beijing to Xian

Beijing and Xian together had been ancient capitals of China for more than 2,000 years. They are two cities of World Heritage Sites - Forbidden City, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors. Visit these two ancient hearts plus a cozy high speed train experience, you will not only explore the long history of China, but also be amazed by the high-tech trains, discovering how the time-honored country is like in recent days.

5 Days Beijing Xian Highlights Tour by High Speed Train

Highlights: Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Terracotta Warriors

This is the briefest trip to travel Beijing and Xian two great destinations together. All regular attractions are cut out, only the best highlights are included. There are four fabulous World Heritage Sites covered in the trip. You will also experience the fast bullet train transfer from Beijing to Xian.

6 Days Classic Xian Beijing Tour (by High Speed Train)

Highlights: Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Ancient City Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven

Xian can be reached from Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Kunming and other cities easily by high speed trains or domestic flights. In this tour, you will travel from Xian to Beijing, which is a classic way to discover the ancient capitals of China! You'll spend 2 days in Xian to visit the World Heritage Site Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City wall and other historical sites, then take a high speed train to Beijing to hike the Great Wall, visit the royal places and gardens, etc.

8 Days Beijing Xian Tour with Pingyao Ancient City

Highlights: Pingyao Ancient City, Forbidden City, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors and Horses

This 8 day Beijing Xian tour with Pingyao ancient city gives you a quick but full overview of China's ancient city. In this travel, you will be amazed by traditonal Chinese art forms and discover the historical and cultural essentials of China.

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