Ming Tombs and the Sacred Way Half Day Tour
(Your Exclusive English-Speaking Tour Guide and Vehicle)
Departs and Operates
Tour Type: Exclusive Private Tour Vehicle: Car or Van Operates: Daily Departs: 8:00am or 1:30pm Returns: 12:00am 5:30pm Duration: Approx. 4 hours Pick-up: Your midtown HotelTour Highlights
Pass through Changping District Visit the Sacred Way, the road leading to heaven Visit Dingling ( Underground Palace ), one of the 13 Ming TombsTourist Attraction Description
The Sacred Way - A large memorial archway called Pailou at the southern end of the mausoleum area of the 13 Ming Dynasty Tombs. Along the Sacred Way there are 18 pairs of marble figures lined up in face to face. These marble figures were erected over 500 years ago, as guard of honour in front of the mausoleum.
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Underground Palace ( Dingling ) - Some 50 kilometers northwest of the downtown Beijing, the Ming Tombs are generally known as the "13 Tombs". This is the burial site of 13 out of 17 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. However, the only one you can get a good look at is the tomb of Emperor Wanli, who reigned from 1537 to 1620. This tomb was unearthed in 1956. His tomb is usually dubbed as "Underground Palace".
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Changping District - Directly north of Beijing City Proper, Changping District has flat terrain full of orchards and farmland. Beijing Changping local government has chosen a five kilometer area in it Nankou Town as Tourism Development Zone in which lots of scenic spots have been developed. Tourists can enjoy the beautiful area and hiking or visit museums and amusement parks. The Changping Town is not a fancy area, but its central location makes it as a good point in travelling the north of Beijing. You can go to Changping by driving along the Beijing-Changping Expressway. If you don't have a car, you may take the Bus 919/920 from Deshengmen.
Price List for this tour (Price per person in US dollars)
| Price without shopping stop | |
| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
| 1 person | US$ 195 |
| 2 persons | US$ 115 |
| 3 persons | US$ 99 |
| 4 - 5 persons | US$ 85 |
| 6 - 9 persons | US$ 79 |
| 10 persons up | US$ 62 |
Booking Notes:
Is this a private tour, or will there be other people in the car or van with us?This is an exclusive private half day Tour. Once your tour is confirmed, that tour will no longer be available to anyone else except for your own traveling party.
Any mandatory shopping stops on the half day tour?
It is a non-shopping private tour. Everyone hates being dragged to tourist traps. No Hidden Fee!
Does the half day tour include stops or are we in the car the whole tour?
You have the option to stop at most sites for photo taking etc. The entrance to the Sacred Way and Underground Palace is included.
Can I be picked up from our hotel or a fixed meeting point?
Yes. normally Hotel Pickup is available if you are staying at a hotel within Beijing fourth ring road. For home pickup or stay far from the downtown, please contact our trip advisor for more information.
How long does the half day tour last?
Approxi 3-4 hours. Rush hours in Beijing can cause serious traffic jam. We try our best to foresee the traffic and limit the tour within 4 hours to fit into your schedule. If you want to prolong your half day tour, you are kindly requested to pay extra tour expense after contacting your trip advisor from our tour company.
What about the tour guide?
They all have the official licenses for tour guide service. They all love their work and are ready to render their good services to you.
How about the vehicle?
For all the small private tours you book through us, we arrange the cars or vans like Red Flag ( Chinese National Car ), Hyundai Sonata; Van Refine 10 or Van Mercedes MB100. If you prefer deluxe or super deluxe cars or vans, please feel free to consult our trip advisors for new quotations.
How about the driver?
All the drivers have the official licenses with over 5 years' driving experience. All drivers select the most dynamic route, observe local traffic regulations. Refrain from smoking, eating and drinking in the passenger's presence.
Are gratuities included?
If you feel you enjoyed yourself and had a great time, gratuities are greatly appreciated.
What happens if it rains?
The tour runs rain or shine.
| Price inclusion: 1. Air conditioned vehicle 2. Entrance to Sacred Way and Underground Palace 3. English Speaking tour guide 4. The above private tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group |
Price exclusion: 1. Gratuities to drivers and guides 2. Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident 3. Meals 4. Shopping Stops |
Reservation Notes
| ● | Personal online booking information below must be provided or book by email  ：Full Name, Nationality, Gender, Names of Travelers, Flight No., Arriving Time and Start Date. You are also welcome to call us at (+86)18611964400 ( 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday through Saturday). Tour Beijing will not refund any losses due to missing or incorrect information. |
| ● | All rates on Tour-Beijing.com are subject to reconfirmation from our trip advisors when an actual booking is being made. |
| ● | Child definition: from Age 3 to 11 Years. Contact our trip advisors to check if discount rate is available for your kids. Basically, children under 1.2m in height will get child discount rate, except bus tours. |
| ● | All tours listed on website are all based in English Speaking local guides. For other languages, please contact our trip advisors for new quotations |
| ● | Cash or Prepayment (Paypal, credit card payment, wire transfer, AliPay, WeChat Pay). Both RMB and USD are acceptable. Your actual mode of payment will be confirmed by your trip advisor. Basically, only bus tours (day tour) accept cash payment on the day. |
| ● | When your booking is confirmed, you will get a confirmation email or call from us, which includes the confirmed detailed itinerary with prices. |
| ● | When your booking is confirmed, you will get a confirmation email or call from us, which includes the confirmed detailed itinerary with prices. |
| ● | The cancellation fee: to be confirmed by trip advisor, based on different itineraries and different policies. |
| ● | The schedule can be adjusted by your tour guide due to the actual traffic condition. |
| ● | You are strongly recommended to book this tour at least 35 days in advance to secure the land arrangement involved and avoid the risk of being canceled. |
Questions & Answers:
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