Beijing - Jinan (L)

Beijing South Railway Station - Your driver will take you from Beijing city hotels lobby to the Beijing South Railway Station. Take the morning train to Jinan (about 2 hours). Upon arrival, meet your friendly local tour guide, you will be transferred to Baotu Spring directly.

Baotu Spring Park - According to experts’ research, Baotu Spring has a history of 3,543 years, dating back to the Shang Dynasty (16th

Furong Ancient Street - Move on to Furong Ancient Street where merchants have conducted business for over 2,000 years.There was a broad mix of shops and eateries. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the nearby restaurant.

Daming Lake - Next, heading to Daming Lake. Daming Lake is a large natural lake formed from a number of springs. The lake is surrounded by a park with an ensemble of historical buildings, including pavilions, temples, gardens, bridges, etc. Over the centuries, Daming Lake has inspired many poets, painters, calligraphers, and scholars. Spend some leisure time here to enjoy the peaceful park.

Afterwards, you will be transferred to your hotel in Jinan( Booked on your own)

Jinan - Qufu - Beijing (L)

Confucius Temple - Your tour guide will pick you up from your Jinan Hotel’s lobby, then take a 40 minutes bullet train ride to Qufu.

Your first stop is the Temple of Confucius which was first built in 478BC to commemorate Confucius. The temple has been reconstructed over the centuries. More than 300 buildings erected through the Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.

Kong Mansion - Then, walk through the small market continue to explore the Kong Family Mansion.The descendants of Confucius live here and they were in charge of conducting elaborate religious ceremonies on occasions such as plantings, harvests, honoring the dead, and birthdays.

Kong Forest - After lunch, you will visit the Confucian Cemetery which served as the family graveyard of Confucius and his descendants for more than two thousand years. It is the largest, oldest, and best-preserved single-family cemetery in China.

Beijing South Railway Station - Finally, your tour guide will take you to Qufu Railway Station for your train back to Beijing (approx. 2.5 hours). Once arrives, your driver will pick you up at Beijing South Railway Station and transfer you back to your hotel in Beijing City. (Booked on your own)

• Admission to attractions included
• Complimentary bottled water
• Expert guide provided
• Lunch included in the tour
• Hotel pickup and drop-off included (within the 4th ring road of Beijing)
• Train tickets included

• Accommodation in Jinan
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities

Embark on a private, two-day journey from Beijing to Jinan and Qufu via high-speed train. Jinan, known as the City of Spring, is famous for its natural attractions including Baotu Spring and Daming Lake. On the other hand, Qufu is the birthplace of Confucius. Explore the region’s history and culture associated with Confucius with your local guide, visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the Temple of Confucius, Confucius Family Mansion, and Confucius Cemetery. This exclusive two-day excursion includes an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, local meals, and high-speed train travel. Guests are required to secure their own accommodation in Jinan.

• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.