Nanjing

Tours

Explore the old capital city of Nanjing on a full-day private tour with a local guide. Customize your itinerary based on your interests and see famous spots, such as Chaotian Gong (Heaven Palace), Zhonghua Gate (ancient city wall), Confucius Temple, Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum, Qinhuai River, Xuanwu Lake, Purple Mountain, or other city attractions. Be picked up from your hotel or the Nanjing Railway Station and set off on your adventure. You can follow our sample itinerary, feel free to tell your guide if you want to make any changes during the tour. First, you will visit the Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen( not open on Monday, but you can visit other site instead) , which is regarded as "the greatest mausoleum in modern architectural history of China". The mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen (1866-1925), the great forerunner of the Chinese democratic revolution. It is Dr. Sun that ended the 2000-year-old feudal monarchy system of China and started the Chinese democratic revolution. Follow your tour guide to explore the Stone Archway, Tablet Pavilion and Memorial Hall and learn the related history and stories. Feel free to ask questions if you have. Next, head to the Zhonghua Gate which is the double distinction of being the biggest castle-style city gate in China and a structural element of the most complicated castle in the world. Explore the Zhonghua City Wall which was built for defensive function and designed with great strategic advantages in battles. Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, in the afternoon continue your tour to Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty, one of the biggest imperial tombs in China. Admire the impressive ancient architecture, learn the history of Ming dynasty and take leisure walk along the Sacred Way which lined with several pairs of stone sculptured animals guarding the tomb. Your last stop is the Confucius Temple, here you can see how people worship the great educator and philosopher in the temple. Stroll around the temple, learn the stories about Confucius, explore nearby snack street and Qinhuai River. If you have been to some of the attractions above, here are other sites you can visit The Memorial of the Nanjing Massacre Presidential Palace of Nanjing Nanjing Museum Purple Mountain Jiming Temple Qinghuai river cruise Tour end with your Nanjing hotel or railway station drop off.

A local expert tour guide will pick you up from your Nanjing hotel lobby or Railway Station (Nanjing Railway Station or South Railway Station) at approx. 8:30 am and accompany you as you start the highlight day trip in Nanjing. Your will firstly come to visit Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum. With deep historical significance, magnificent architecture, and beautiful scenery, it is a must see when visiting Nanjing. Follow your guide to learn about the life of this great Chinese revolutionist. Move on to visit the Confucius Temple, also named Fuzimiao in Chinese. It is a place to worship and consecrate Confucius. The beautiful Qinhuai River and bustling commercial streets nearby will make your trip more memorable. After lunch, proceed to visit the Nanjing Municipal Museum. Located inside Chaotian Palace, this is a comprehensive museum of history and art. View the Chinese ancient palace buildings of Chaotian Gong and explore the history and culture in the museum. Then see China’s biggest castle-style city gate of Zhonghua Gate. It is a precious cultural relic, a significant place in China's military and architectural traditions. After the full day trip, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or Railway Station as per your request. Please indicate your preferred location while booking.

Basic Trip Information Travel Length:1 Day Price: we charge it by Per group, Not per person. Group Size:You, your family, friends or group minbus with english speaking driver&guide(5seats360USD,7seats400USD) Departure:Any day any time you want Travel Route: picked up from hotel, then start your Nanjing tour with an enjoyable pace. Nanjing is called as the “City of Emperors” while Purple Mountain (Zijinshan) is the final resting places of the emperors and great leaders, including the founder of Ming Dynasty – Zhu Yuanzhang and Sun Yet-sen, the “Father of Republic China”. Today you are going to unlock their secrets in just one go! Zhongshan Ling, located at the foot of the Purple Mountain, is the mausoleum park of Sun Yat-sen who was the leader of the Chinese revolution that ended the more than 2000 years feudal monarchy system. It is seen as China's version of the Lincoln Memorial. Xiao Ling, located near to Zhongshan Ling, is the tomb of Zhu Yuanzhang who united China and established the mighty Ming Dynasty. Covering over 1,700,000 square meters, it is rather a vast complex of palaces, temples and greenery than a simple tomb, which took 25 years’ efforts of over 100,000 workers. As an honorable UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xiao Ling magnificent value of architecture and royal mausoleum culture. All the later mausoleums of both Ming and Qing Dynasties were built by the layout and style of Xiao Ling. After the impressive mausoleums visiting, drive heading to the Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao). Built in Song Dynasty about 1000 years ago, the temple is one of the most important temples to worship the siege Confucius. For foreign visitors, it is a unique place where you can figure out how Chinese society, education system, government system was built Confucius’ thoughts, and how Confucianism have impacted relationship between people and basic guidance on how your Chinese think about our world. It is truly an inspiration. Later, you will be taken to Qinhuai River area to explore the local lifestyle. The river runs through the city of Nanjing, remembering the history of Nanjing in many history books and poems. Today, it is a great place to wander around. Red lanterns, shops, eateries, souvenirs sellers cluster all round in the pedestrian street. At night the whole area is lit up with colorful lights thus creating a very impressive night scenario. It is very popular to take a colorfully decorated boat to ride on this ancient river, which will be a memorable experience (optional). Lastly, you will be escorted to your hotel. The rest time is free for you to relax and take rest. You can also be dropped off at Qinhuai River area if you want to stay more time at the area for dinner and relaxing. Nanjing still remains many secrets for foreign travelers. This city is usually ignored by international travelers due to lacking of advertising.