Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour: Explore Historical Sights and Ancient City Wall
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Nanjing
Immerse yourself in the historical wonders of Nanjing on a personalized full-day tour. Explore ancient city walls, visit renowned temples, and admire scenic landmarks with a knowledgeable local guide.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chaotian Gong of Nanjing - In the morning, meet your guide at hotel lobby in Nanjing city or Nanjing Railway Station. As this tour is flexible, please feel free let your guide know what you like, he/she will customize an itinerary for you. You can also follow the sample itinerary if you like.
    Typically, start the tour by visiting the Chaotian Gong (Heaven Palace). View the ancient palace building and learn the Chinese history and art in the municipal museum.

  • Zhonghua Gate (Zhonghuamen Castle) - Then head to Zhonghua gate. See the castle-style ancient city gate on a giant scale with massive masonry walls, deep arched gateways and multiple courtyards. Learn how the military defense the enemy and protect the city in the ancient times.

  • Sun Yatsen Mausoleum (Zhongshan Ling) - Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen (father of modern China) is a must visit place in Nanjing. Hike to the top of the purple mountain, learn about the China’s history in 20th century, appreciate the elegant design of the mausoleum, have a panoramic view of the city, and close up look of mausoleum itself.

  • Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty - Then, continue your tour to Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty, a historic site that lies at the southern foot of Purple Mountain, located east of the historical center of Nanjing. See the impressive ancient architecture, learn the history of Ming dynasty and take a nice walk along the ways with numerous animal statues and beautiful trees.

  • Confucian Temple Area (Fuzi Miao) - If you like, visit the Confucius Temple, see how people worship the great educator and philosopher in the temple, taste the local snacks on the old street. If time allows, take a 50 minutes boating along the mother river Qinhuai River through the old buildings.

If you have been to some of the attractions above, you also can visit some other attractions below:

• The Memorial of the Nanjing Massacre
• Presidential Palace of Nanjing
• Nanjing Museum
• Xuanwu Lake
• Purple Mountain
• Jiming Temple

After your tour is finished, your guide will send you back to your hotel in Nanjing, or see you off at Nanjing Railway Station.

What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Convenient pick up and drop off at Nanjing Hotel/Railway Station
  • Personalized experience with a private guide
  • Travel in comfort with a private air-conditioned car
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees $20/person for Zhonghua Gate and Xiaoling Tomb. Other locations are Free of charge.
Additional Information

Embark on a day-long expedition around the historic city of Nanjing, under the guidance of a personal local guide. Your tour’s itinerary is flexible and can be molded to fit your interests. Explore renowned sites such as Chaotian Gong (Heaven Palace), Zhonghua Gate (ancient city wall), Confucius Temple, Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum, Qinhuai River, Xuanwu Lake, Purple Mountain, plus any other city attractions. The tour also provides private transportation and includes a lunch. Your starting point can be your accommodation in Nanjing or the Nanjing Railway Station.

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please wear comfortable shoes
Location
Chaotian Gong of Nanjing
Zhicheng Mountain, Mochou Road, Baixia District,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Renefelder
Apr 14, 2024
To see the most important things in Nanjing - As I traveled through China, I made a stop at Nanjing. I had the opportunity to spend one day with Francis in the city. He showed me the most important and beautiful places and told me a lot about the city and the history of China, especially Nanjing. I enjoyed the whole day—many thanks to Francis.
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Sergio_m
Mar 17, 2024
Nanjing best, great local lunch and Nanjing history for newbies. - Absolutely excellent! Great travel plan, great guide, Lia, with a lot of knowledge about Nanjing history. The local lunch was incredible. It has been a pleasure. Totally recommendable.
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Juliocesarl270
Feb 25, 2024
Unforgettable - A wonderful place, very well preserved, an unforgettable experience, on the steps there is still a monument with gunshot marks from the last attack on the temple
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Joanofkent
Dec 23, 2023
Great 👍 - Very interesting history, our guide had excellent use of English and tailored the tour to our pace ( I had a painful hip). Good advice re lunch choices- most enjoyable, thank you.
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295tonid
Dec 2, 2023
Great experience to see some wonderful sights - Would recommend. Punctual, courteous. Tour guide Francis has great English, more than just basic conversation. He was knowledgeable and very engaging. Driver was good, always there when we were ready. I was a solo traveler so a little nervous, but it was a pleasant experience. Easy to communicate with Alana the organizer and Francis as there was flexibility in the itinerary.
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Ginger_w
Nov 4, 2023
The tour guide is very... - The tour guide is very dedicated and knowledgeable about the history, the driver is good and get us to the places comfortably.
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848yukae
Sep 25, 2023
The best of Nanjing - A two-day, one-night weekend trip from Shanghai to Nanjing by high-speed rail with three mommy friends... It was my first time in Nanjing, so I was looking for a guide, and was introduced to Fred on this site, and we applied for a half-day tour. He spoke fluent English and responded to all of our requests for places to go and food! (Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Meiling Palace, Xuanwu Lake, Zhonghua Gate, local restaurants) It was an unforgettable and wonderful trip.
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Mariehelene_j
Aug 24, 2023
My guide was very... - My guide was very knowledgeable about Nanjing history, good communication skill; made the tour interesting.
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Patrick
May 31, 2023
Ideal tour when not much time - When you give a 5 star rating it means there is not much to add. Fed, the guide, did an excellent job. Highly professional. Same for Alana in the back office
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Dean_a
May 28, 2023
Great tour - George was very knowledgeable and passionate about the city. We had a great tour and it was very interesting.
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