11. Privater Transfer from Datong to Pingyao with driver
· 5 hoursOur dirver will wait for you at Datong hotel , Datong railway station or Datong airport then transfer to Pingyao. The past prosperity of Shanxi lies in Pingyao, while the soul of Pingyao lies in its Old City. Founded during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046 – 771 BC) and rebuilt in 1370, the Ancient City of Pingyao is nowadays one of China's four best preserved old cities together with Lijiang Old Town, Huizhou Ancient City and Langzhong Ancient City. It has no charming landscape, green mountain or clear waters. What is unique there, is the well-preserved ancient city with a grand City Wall, traditional residences, former security guard companies, time-honored shops, and even the previous government office. In 1997, it was inscribed as a world cultural heritage.
22. Pingyao 2-Day Private Tour to Datong: Hanging Temple, Yungang Grottoes and More
· 2 daysJoin this comprehensive 2-day private tour to Datong from Pingyao. Alongside an expert guide, explore two spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple. Besides, you will also visit the Nine Dragon Screen and Datong City Wall. Gain valuable insight into the rich history of the city. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, lunches, travel by private vehicle during the tour. You can choose to end your tour in Datong or return Pingyao. Please book your own hotel in Datong.
33. 2-Day Private Pingyao Ancient Town Tour
· 2 daysVisit highlights of Pingyao including City Wall of Pingyao, traditional Ming-Qing Street,Temple of City God, Ri Sheng Chang Exchange Shop,Shuanglin Monastery,Wang Family's Compound and Zhangbi Ancient Fortress with this 2 days private tour from Pingyao. You will be picked up and dropped off at the Pingyao hotel/train station.
44. Pingyao Private Tour: Shuanglin Temple And Wang's Compound
· 8 hoursMarvel at over 2,000 vivid colored sculptures created during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties in Shuanglin Temple, admire abundant artistic works at Chinese architectural museum of Wang's Compound, have delicious Chinese lunch in local restaurant, and enjoy private travel service provided by professional local tour guide with live commentary.
55. Private car from Pingyao Hotel to Datong Hotel and stops Family Qiao Courtyard
· 7 hoursWe provides convenient private transfer service between Pingyao and your hotel in the downtown of Datong. Our driver will sign your name and meet you at Pingyao hotel lobby and takes you to your Datong hotel. We offer many choices of vehicles and all our drivers are professional and know every corners of this area quite well. All the clean, tidy air-con vehicles we use are licensed with insurance. The vehicles will be just for you, your family or your group. Qiao Family Courtyard is located only 40km of Pingyao Ancient Town and 54km southwest of Taiyuan, the compound is fortified behind a 10m high wall with battlements. It is not exaggerated that you will be go deeply into the once most prosperous merchant family by visiting Qiao Family Courtyard on your way to Pingyao Ancient Town. It was the private residential house of Qiao Zhiyong, who was the most famous member of the powerful trading family with significant commercial influence.
66. Half-Day Private Walking Tour of Pingyao Ancient City
5.0· 5 reviews· 3 hoursWander the pinched lanes of Pingyao Ancient City, dozens of museums, hundreds of historic buildings and years of history unfold before your eyes. Accompanied by a private tour guide service, travel back to ancient time, discover the thriving merchant town during the Ming Dynasty.
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