4-Day Unlimited Culture Tour to Datong Pingyao Xian from Beijing

Chinese/English

Private group

Hotel pick up

4day(s) Duration

Departing from Beijing

Datong

Departing from Beijing, this 4-day tour hits China’s top UNESCO sites: Hanging Temple, Yungang Grottoes, Pingyao Old Town, Terracotta Warriors, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime cultural journey spanning 1,500 years of history, art, and faith.​
Leveraging China’s world-class high-speed rail, you’ll travel between provinces in hours—more time exploring, less time en route. Spacious, Wi-Fi-enabled trains turn transit into a relaxing break.
Each city has a private local guide focused solely on your group. They offer in-depth insights, flexible pacing, and insider tips (hidden spots, local snacks), turning sightseeing into immersion.
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Ready to journey through China’s ancient wonders? Join our 4-day high-speed rail tour from Beijing to Datong, Pingyao, and Xi’an—three historic gems brimming with timeless architecture and rich heritage, promising unforgettable memories! Datong: Admire Yungang Grottoes’ Buddhist carvings & the cliff-hung Hanging Temple. Pingyao: Wander the UNESCO-listed Ming/Qing ancient city (plus Shuanglin Temple), its wall & lantern-lit dusk. Xi’an: See the Terracotta Army, stroll the ancient city wall, visit Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. This hassle-free high-speed rail tour lets you seamlessly explore three distinct chapters of China’s past. Walk in the footsteps of emperors and artisans, and let these historic treasures captivate your soul!

4-Day Unlimited Culture Tour to Datong Pingyao Xian from Beijing

Our professional driver will meet you at your hotel lobby in Beijing, ready to assist you with your luggage &ensure a smooth transfer to the Beijing Railway Station. Once arrive, prepare for an exhilarating ride on one of China's high-speed bullet train

Upon your arrival in Datong, you will be greeted by our friendly local tour guide, who will be there to assist you with any questions and provide insights into the city. Your first stop for today's adventure is Hanging Temple.

The Hanging Temple, built over 1,500 years ago during the Northern Wei Dynasty, is renowned for its unique design. Perched precariously on the cliffs, it’s one of the few ancient temples that combines elements of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

The temple houses numerous statues and relics that reflect the spiritual beliefs of the time. Follow your t our guide, walking through the halls, you’ll feel a deep sense of peace and tranquility as you explore the sacred spaces.

After lunch in the local restaurant, explore the Yungang Grottoes. Follow your tour guide to explore the grottoes and niches, get to know its history and culture.

After indulging in a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, the next step on your journey should be an exploration of one of China's most breathtaking treasures: the Yungang Grottoes.

The Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are renowned for their stunning rock-cut sculptures, which date back to the 5th and 6th centuries during the Northern Wei Dynasty. With their 252 caves and 51,000 status.

With their 252 caves and 51,000 status, the Yungang Grottoes art represent the successful fusion of Buddhist religious symbolic art from south and central Asian with Chinese cultural traditions, starting in the 5th century CE under Imperial auspices.

Ranging from tiny figurines to colossal Buddhas. The Yungang Grottoes art represent the successful fusion of Buddhist religious symbolic art from south&central Asian with Chinese cultural traditions, starting in the 5th century CE under Imperial auspice

With over 50,000 statues, ranging from tiny figurines to colossal Buddhas, the grottoes are a testament to ancient craftsmanship and artistry. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Datong.

Your driver will pick you up in your hotels lobby, then you will be transferred to Datong Railway Station, enjoy a 3.5 hours bullet train ride on your own, once arrive Pingyao, your tour guide will greet you and you will be transferred to your hotel in Pi

Day 2: Meet your driver in your Datong hotels lobby, heading to Datong Railway Station, enjoy a 3.5 hours bullet train ride on your own to Pingyao. Your tour guide will greet you upon arrival, and you will be transferred to your hotel in Pingyao.

Pingyao Old City is a mesmerizing fusion of rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. Founded during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046 – 771 BC) and meticulously rebuilt in 1370, this ancient city is not just a destination;

Exploring Pingyao on foot allows you to absorb the city's unique atmosphere while following the footsteps of its storied past. Our afternoon walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide was an immersive experience that brought the past to life.

Day 3: After meet you tour guide, heading directly to the famous Shuanglin Temple in Pingyao. Which is considered as “the Oriental Treasure House of Painted Sculptures” and “A Museum of Ancient Art".

where keeps over 2,000 exquisite ancient painted sculptures and lots of beautifully preserved frescoes from Yuan to Ming Dynasty (13th -17th century). These masterpieces of art and the entire architecture complex are ancient cultural splendors.

Here keeps over 2,000 exquisite ancient painted sculptures and lots of beautifully preserved frescoes from Yuan to Ming Dynasty (13th -17th century). These masterpieces of art and the entire architecture complex are ancient cultural splendors.

Afterwards, you will be transferred to the train station for a 3 hour bullet train ride to Xi'an. Upon your arrival at the Xi'an North Railway Station, you will be greeted by your knowledgeable local guide, then heading directly to Xi'an City Wall.

The Xi'an City Wall was originally built during the Ming Dynasty in the 14th century. The wall served as a defensive fortification, protecting the city from invasions. It is one of the best-preserved city walls in the world.

Stroll around the courtyard and halls, gain deep insight into its rich history and learn the stories about Xuanzang. Your tour will ends here, you can choose to finish in your tour in Xi'an, or heading to your next destination (at your own cost)

Walking along its ramparts, you can almost feel the echoes of history resonating from its stone bricks. Afterwards, you will be transferred to your hotel in Xi'an.

Heading directly to the world-famous Terracotta warriors museum which known as “the Eighth Wonders of the World”. The original site was found by four local farmers while drilling a well in 1974 and now it has turned into the most important attraction in X

Day 4: Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your hotel, heading directly to the world-famous Terracotta warriors museum. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to thousands of life-sized terracotta soldiers, horses.

The museum consists of three main pits where the warriors have been excavated. Each pit showcases different ranks of soldiers, including infantry, archers&cavalry. The sheer number of figures&their arrangement provide insight into ancient military format

Your tour guide will provide you with fascinating insights and stories that you won’t find in guidebooks. This depth of knowledge brings the site to life, making your visit an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant, then in the afternoon explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda which was originally built in 652 with the function to collect Buddhist materials that were taken from India by the hierarch Xuanzang.

Savoring a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and exploring the magnificent Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the afternoon. Originally built in 652 AD, this architectural marvel was constructed to house Buddhist scriptures&relics brought back from India.

One of the most remarkable aspects of the pagoda is its construction technique. It features a hollow interior, allowing visitors to ascend through a winding staircase to the top, where they are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Your tour will ends here, you can choose to finish in your tour in Xi'an, or heading to your next destination (at your own cost).

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