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From Pingyao to Qikou: a private 2-day journey into Shanxi's ancient cave villages, with an overnight stay in a 300-year-old courtyard guesthouse.
Escape the crowds and venture westward from Pingyao on a private two-day side trip to the historic river town of Qikou. Travel with your English-speaking guide through the rural landscapes of Shanxi, arriving at the old town where you'll spend the night in a traditional 300-year-old courtyard guesthouse. The following day, explore Lijiashan, a still-inhabited hillside village where hundreds of cave dwellings have been carved into nine levels of earth. Experience a way of life that has persisted for centuries, with cave homes dating back over 500 years. This authentic tour offers a rare glimpse into the region's living history, perfect for travelers seeking a deeper connection with China's cultural heritage.
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Picked up from your hotel in Pingyao in the morning, escorted by our English speaking tour guide, drive westward for about 220km and get to the old town of Qikou. You are arranged to stay overnight in a 300-year-old courtyard - Qikou Guesthouse. The facilities of Qikou Guesthouse is very basic without bathing towels, so be well prepared for the lodging condition in Qikou.
The whole afternoon will be focused on the old Qikou Town. Qikou ancient town is situated along the west edge of Yellow River. For its special port situation, Qikou ancient town attracted many merchants centuries ago. Houses in the style of Ming and Qing Dynasty stand along the streets, which are granted as the first views in Qikou Ancient Town.
After breakfast，drive about 7km up to Lijiashan Village. Lijiashan is a still-inhabited ancient caved village, where hundreds of caves scale nine different levels of a hillside, it's possible to find whole communities made up entirely of cave dwellers. People have been living in caves in Shanxi for around 5000 years. Lijiashan is a perfect place to experience the cave houses with history of over 500 years.
Late afternoon, transferred back to the city of Pingyao.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers and city transportation for your own use | Gratuities for your tour guide and driver |
| Entrance fees as mentioned | Lunch and dinner |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | ravel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
| The prices above are based two persons sharing one room | |
| The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
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| Tour Cost Per Person | US$210 | US$180 | US$130 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single room supplement | US$35 | US$35 | US$35 |
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