Private Qufu Day Tour from Jinan: Explore Confucius Heritage and Historical Sites
Qufu
Discover the rich heritage and historical sites of Qufu on a private day tour from Jinan. Explore the Temple of Confucius, Confucius Family Mansion, and Confucius Cemetery with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Confucius Temple - Your tour guide will pick you up from your Jinan city hotels lobby, hop on your private air-conditioned car heading directly to Qufu (Appox 2 hours driving.\n\nUpon arrival, your first stop is the Temple of Confucius which was first built in 478BC to commemorate Confucius. More than 300 buildings erected through the Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. The temple was built according to the specification for imperial palaces with yellow roof-tiles and red-painted walls, they are surrounded by dark-green pine trees to create a color contrast with complementary colors. \n\n- Qufu Dacheng Hall - Stroll around the halls and courtyards with your tour guide, learn about the symbolic significance of the architecture, admire the statue of Confucius, pay a visit to the stone tablets, steles and pavilions, discover Confucius’ life experience, and many other historic and cultural items related to Confucius and Confucius culture. \n\n- Kong Mansion - Then, walk through the small market continue to explore the Kong Family Mansion.\n- Former Residence of Confucius in Qufu - 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. Today, the mansion comprises 152 buildings with 480 rooms. \n\n- Kong Forest - Confucian Cemetery has served as the family graveyard of Confucius and his descendants for more than two thousand years. This final resting place of Confucius and his descendants is commonly known as the Forest of Confucius because of the large number of trees, over 20,000, planted with numerous tombstones, temples, pavilions and sculptures. There are about 3,600 tombstones dating from the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties still standing in the cemetery. \n\nAfter the tour finished, your will be transferred back to your hotel in Jinan.
What's Included
- Bottled water provided for hydration
- Expert guidance by a professional tour guide
- Inclusive of a delicious lunch meal
- Convenient pickup and drop-off at Jinan city hotels
- Comfortable transportation in a private vehicle
- All entrance fees covered
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience the best of Qufu on a comprehensive private day tour from Jinan, conveniently transported by private vehicle. Your local guide will share insights into the area’s history and the culture of Confucius as you explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Temple of Confucius, the Confucius Family Mansion, and the Confucius Cemetery. This one-day private tour includes the helpful services of an English-speaking guide, admission fees, a local lunch, as well as pickup and drop-off at your Jinan hotel.
Location
Confucius Temple
Shendao Road,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
