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Pingyao Tour

The ancient city of Pingyaoi is an outstanding example of a Han Chinese City in Ming and Qing Dynasty. Despite so many events or incidents, this ancient Chinese city with a history of over 2,700 years survived practically as it was in the 600 years or more and ranks as the only intact ancient city of Ming and Qing Dynasties well preserved in China. Of special interest are the imposing buildings associated with banking, for which Ping Yao was the major centre for the whole of China in the 19th and early 20th centuries.


  • Pedal through time-locked Pingyao, 14th-century Chinese style grey houses mixed with red lanterns, a UNESCO world heritage site since 1997
  • Walk around on the awesome City Wall, one of the most intact ancient city walls in China , and get interesting views over the inner city
  • Explore the "Civilian Forbidden City" - Family Wang's Residence, an ancient residence compound of government official with grand scale
  • Visit the appealing dwelling houses of Qiao Family Manor, a famous merchant's house where the movie "Raise the Red Lanterns" is filmed
  • Visit Ri Sheng Chang remittance bank, the first draft bank in China and the beginning of a nation wide financial system
  • Climb up steep and narrow stairs to the wooden City Tower, the landmark of Pingyao, and get a great view from atop
  • Come across the Ancient Parade Performance, in which people are dressed in Ming Dynasty costume and enjoy free lantern shows at night
  • Ride around the city to discover the back alleys, visit an ordinary family and see the details of the superb Ming dynasty architectures
  • Walk through the Ming and Qing street, an old street lined with completely traditional Chinese-style restaurants and tourist shops
  • Try to experience and stay in an old-style hotel, cozy, warm and amiable, everything Chinese, an exotic experience

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Suggested Tour Itineraries

Are you planning to travel to Ping Yao? China Odyssey Tours provide all kinds of tours in Pingyao.
We provide both pre-designed city tour packages and flexible customized tours.

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COT-SXT-01 1 Night & 2 Days Tour Programe in Pingyao

COT-SXT-05 2 nights & 3 days Tour Program in Pingyao

COT-SXT-11 3 nights & 4 days Tour in Datong-Pingyao

COT-SXT-17 4 Nights / 5 Days Tour in Pingyao-Taiyuan-Datong

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Pingyao - Ming dynasty architectures

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China Odyssey Tours provide "private tours" in Pingyao and other cities all over China. We will design your trip according to your needs and budget. During the tour, you will have a knowledgeable local guide, a licensed driver and a comfortable vehicle at your service.

Booking Notes

  • Transportation is not convenient enough in Pingyao and visitors always get there by train. It is highly advisable to reserve the tickets well in advance during peak seasons.
  • Because of its remote location, hotels in Pingyao are not quite the regular star hotels you come across in other parts of China.

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After receiving your inquiry, we will work out an ideal tour itinerary and price with full understanding of your requirements (we might have more questions). When it finally meets your satisfaction, it's time for you to book your Pingyao tour or China tour with us.

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