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All Inclusive Pingyao Private Tour to Qiao Family Compound and Shuanglin Temple
2 Adults x $213.89
$427.78
Approx Total
$427.78
Pickup included
All Inclusive Pingyao Private Tour to Qiao Family Compound and Shuanglin Temple
2 Adults x $213.89
$427.78
Approx Total
$427.78
Pickup included
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Travel by private vehicle
Lunch
Entrance Fee
Accommodation
Gratuities
Overview
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.
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1 Home - Dream GuesthouseNo. 63 Yamen Street, Gucheng District, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
7 Days Premium Pingyao Gucheng South GateCrossing of Kangning Road and Shuguang East Street, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Helanqiao HostelNo.6 Helanqiao, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Hengyue Express HotelEast 500m South Intersection of South Outer Ring and Pingqin Road, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Home Inn Pingyao Ancient City Nanmen PlazaNo. 65 Kangning Street, Outside Ancient City, South Side of Experimental Middle School, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Home Inn Pingyao Shuguang East StreetNo.51 Shuguang East Road, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Home Inn Pingyao Ximen Youjian Pingyao TheaterNo. 85 Shuncheng Road, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Hong Hu HotelNo.1 North 4th Alley, Beihai West Street, Gutao Town, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Hong Jing Lou HotelNo.73 West Main Street, Gutao Town, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Hongjintai Guest HouseNo.1 3nd Alley, Beihai West Street, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Houzhai Minsu InnNo.1 Dianmo Alley, West Avenue, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Taifu HotelNear Helan Bridge, No.46 East Main Street, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Thank Inn Chain Hotel Shanxi Pingyao Ancient town300M East of Pingyao Middle School, Xiguo Village, Yuebi Country, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Thank You InnNo.249 Shuncheng Road, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 030600
The Kylin Grand HotelNo.76 Chenghuangmiao Street, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Tiancheng HotelMiddle of Dongsheng West Street, Jinzhong, Shanxi, China, CN
Tong Tai Mao Folk HotelNo.63 Mingqing Street, Gutao Town, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Wangjia InnIn the Middle of outside the Shangximen Parking Lot and Post Office, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Water Hotel, PingyaoNo.188 South Street, Pingyao Ancient Town, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Wufu Express HotelNo.66 Furong South Road, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Wujia HotelNo.13 Zhongdu Middle Street, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
Xieshunlong HotelNo.72 South Avenue, , Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN, 031100
Xilaideng Folk InnNo.4 Sanyangjing Street, Pingyao Old City, Pingyao County, Shanxi, China, CN
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Itinerary
Ancient City of Pingyao (Pass By)
Your tour guide will pick you up in your hotels lobby, then heading directly to Shuanglin Temple.
Shuanglin Temple
Upon 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.
2 hours
Qiao's Family Compound (Qiao Jia Dayuan)
Enjoy 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.
2 hours
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Additional Info
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
Free Cancellation
June 12100% refund
June 13No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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