Tour Highlights
Pay tribute to the pioneer of modern China at the grand granite Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum nestled on Purple Mountain
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, the only Ming Dynasty imperial tomb located outside Beijing
Explore the massive vaulted barbicans and defensive engineering of Zhonghua Gate, China's best-preserved Ming fortress gate
Stroll through the lively cultural plazas and traditional riverside bazaars surrounding the historic Confucius Temple
Enjoy an authentic local lunch and seamless door-to-door private vehicle transfers with an expert private guide throughout the day
Duration: 9:00 - 17:00
In the morning, meet your guide in the hotel. Enjoy a full-day tour to visit the Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat Sen, the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Zhonghua Gate, and the Nanjing Confucius Temple.
Later, take a car ride back your hotel.
The Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum is the place where Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty was buried, and he was the only Ming emperor buried outside of Beijing.
The Zhonghua Gate is a renowned ancient city gate in China with the most complex structure in the world; meanwhile, it is one of the best preserved Ming Dynasty fortresses in all of China.
The Confucius Temple was originally established in the Song Dynasty, it is the place to worship and consecrate Confucius, the great philosopher and educator of ancient China.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the departure time and daily duration for this 1-day tour?
A: The tour typically runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting with a morning pickup from your hotel and concluding with a drop-off back at your hotel.
Q: Is lunch included in the tour package?
A: Yes, an authentic local lunch is included during the day's itinerary.
Q: What are the main attractions covered during the day?
A: The tour covers the Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Zhonghua Gate, and the Confucius Temple.
Q: What is the historical importance of the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum?
A: It is the burial site of Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and is the only Ming emperor tomb situated outside Beijing.
Q: What makes Zhonghua Gate unique among ancient Chinese fortifications?
A: Zhonghua Gate is renowned for having one of the most complex architectural structures in the world and remains one of the best-preserved Ming Dynasty city fortresses in China.
-- Private tour guide
-- Private air-conditioned car or coach
-- Hotel pick-up & drop-off service
-- Entrance tickets as listed
-- Lunch as listed
-- Service charge & government taxes
-- Flight or train ticket
-- Hotel accommodations with breakfast
-- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax fee, phone bills, optional activities
-- Tips for guides and drivers
-- China Visa
-- Travel insurance