2-Day Private Tour from Beijing to Pingyao and Xian by Bullet Train

This private 2-day tour provides a unique opportunity to travel round-trip by bullet train from Beijing to the ancient town of Pingyao in Shanxi Province. As one of China’s best-preserved historical towns and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pingyao offers visitors a vivid glimpse into life during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Upon arrival, you will be immersed in the town’s rich cultural atmosphere, starting with a walk along the Old City Wall of Pingyao — a centuries-old fortification that still encircles the town.

Your guided exploration will also include visits to the traditional banking institutions that once made Pingyao the financial center of imperial China, the stately Confucius Temple that reflects the educational values of the era, and the well-preserved County Government Office (Yamun), where justice and administration were once carried out. This short yet insightful journey offers a firsthand look into the architecture, customs, and heritage of Chinese society 200 years ago, making it an ideal cultural escape from Beijing.