Beijing Pingyao Tours | Beijing to Pingyao Tours
Pingyao, one of China’s four best-preserved ancient towns with a history spanning more than 2700 years, is a fascinating city to explore and is hailed as a treasure trove of ancient Chinese architecture. The 4-hour high-speed train between Beijing and Pingyao makes travel more convenient and affordable. Beijing Pingyao tours can be arranged from 2 to 6 days, depending on your vacation length and preference.
Accompanied by your private local professional guides on a Beijing and Pingyao tour, crafted by China Xian Tour, venture deep into the UNESCO-listed Pingyao Ancient City, the “Folk Forbidden City” – Wang Family Courtyard, and Shuanglin Temple with its exquisite murals and colorful statues.
How to Plan a Beijing and Pingyao Tour?
- Best time to visit: Both Beijing and Pingyao offer beautiful year-round scenery. With comfortable weather and clearer days, Spring (April – May) and autumn (September – October) are generally considered the best seasons for sightseeing, photography, and outdoor activities.
- Transportation: Taking a high-speed train is the best and fastest way to travel from Beijing to Pingyao.
- How many days needed: Allow 3 to 4 days in Beijing for the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace. Then have 2 days in Pingyao for Pingyao Ancient City (including Rishengchang Bank, Ancient City Wall, Ming and Qing Street, etc.), Shuanglin Temple, and Wang Family Mansion or Qiao Family Mansion. So, together 5 to 6 days for a Beijing to Pingyao tour package.
4 Best Beijing Pingyao Tour Packages
Every itinerary is crafted by our China Xian Tour specialists and fully customizable to your preferences. Leveraging our extensive local knowledge of Beijing and Pingyao, we handle all trip details meticulously – from Great Wall visits to Pingyao’s ancient walled city exploration. Enjoy comfortable transportation, curated cultural experiences, and expert guides.
This tour departing from Beijing, including Pingyao Ancient Town, Qiao Family Courtyard, as well as the amazing Shuanglin Temple, is designed for tourists who are looking for the best Pingyao tour but with a limited budget.
Extend Your Beijing Pingyao Tours
China offers a wealth of wonderful historical sites and traditional cultural experiences beyond the classic route. What better way to explore them than by extending your private guided tour to include nearby highlights such as the ancient city of Datong with its magnificent Yungang Grottoes, or the sacred Mount Wutai. Enrich your journey with deeper cultural immersion, tailored pacing, and seamless logistics – all while maintaining the personalized service and expert guidance.
