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Explore Shanxi, Tours with local China travel experts and discover the ancient heart of China. Located along the historic Silk Road and Yellow River region, Shanxi is home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Pingyao Ancient City and Yungang Grottoes, as well as Wutai Mountain, ancient temples, and remarkable architectural treasures.
Since 2003, Silk Road Travel has designed private Shanxi tours for travelers seeking authentic history, culture, and local experiences in China.
Planning a Trip to Shanxi -- Stepping onto this soil, one can almost hear the whispers of time and feel the weight of years accumulated. Certainly, the most noteworthy attractions of a journey to Shanxi are its famous historical relics. From the magnificent Pingyao Ancient City to the imposing Yungang Grottoes, from the mysterious Hanging Temple to the solemn Wutai Mountain, each place emanates a profound historical and cultural heritage. Here, you can traverse through the tunnel of time, engage in a dialogue with the ancients, and sense the weight and depth of history.
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Our team is familiar with the unique landscape and cultural highlights of this region, and can provide you with a comfortable service during your tour, ensuring that your trip is filled with memorable moments. Scroll down and check the tours to find the one interests you most or contact us now to start your unforgettable Shanxi tour!
Hanging Temple, Datong Ancient City, Huayan Monastery, Yungang Grottoes
Welcome to join us in this weekend Shanxi tour. We'll visit the Hanging Monastery at the foot of Mt. Hengshan. It hangs on the west cliff of Jinxia Gorge more than 50 meters above the ground.
Beijing - Datong - Yanan - Xi'an
This 11-day Shanxi & Shaanxi tour takes you from Datong to Xi'an. Explore Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Monastery, Mount Wutai, Hanging Village, Ice Cave, Pingyao Ancient City, Wang Family Courtyard, Hukou Waterfall, Wave Valley, Yucha Grand Canyon, and Terracotta Warriors. A perfect blend of Buddhist art, ancient towns, natural wonders, and imperial history.
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Experience Ancient China on a 10-day journey through Shanxi, visiting Datong’s Yungang Grottoes, Pingyao Ancient City, and the powerful Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River. Explore UNESCO heritage, ancient culture, and stunning natural landscapes.
The characteristics of the tourism map of Shanxi Province are first reflected in its rich and diverse distribution of attractions.
The characteristics of the tourism map of Shanxi Province are first reflected in its rich and diverse distribution of attractions.
The four seasons of Shanxi scenery is different, see the four seasons of Shanxi scenery has changed？
A trip to Shanxi, whether it is to enjoy the natural scenery, taste food, experience folk activities, or learn about the history and culture, can be rewarding. Here are some travel guides about Shanxi. Remember to plan your trip well in advance and make the most of your visit to Shanxi.
Zhengzhou - Dengfeng - Luoyang - Yuncheng - Pingyao - Kaifeng
Explore the heart of ancient China on this 12-day private tour from Beijing to Henan and Pingyao. Visit UNESCO sites like Longmen Grottoes and Pingyao Ancient City, witness Shaolin Kung Fu, marvel at Yuntai Mountain’s waterfalls, and walk through Kaifeng’s Millennium City Park.
Beijing - Datong- Pingyao
This 9-day Beijing & Shanxi tour takes you from the capital Beijing to Datong and Pingyao. Explore Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Jinshanling and Simatai Great Wall, and stay overnight at Gubei Water Town. Visit Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Monastery, Jinci Temple, then immerse yourself in Pingyao Ancient City with a winery tour at Grace Vineyard. High-speed trains, selected hotels, private group service – experience imperial grandeur and ancient Shanxi culture.
Beijing - Pingyao - Xi'an
This 8-day tour connects three iconic destinations: Beijing, Pingyao, and Xi’an. Explore Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Hutong, and Mutianyu Great Wall in Beijing. Take a high-speed train to Pingyao Ancient City, then visit Zhangbi Ancient Castle and Wang Family Courtyard. Continue to Xi’an via train, drive to Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, and pass by Huangdi Mausoleum. Perfect for culture and history lovers.
Beijing - Datong - Pingyao - Xian - Shanghai
A 12-day cultural journey through Northern and Eastern China, covering imperial Beijing, ancient Datong and Pingyao, historic Xi'an, and modern Shanghai. This route blends UNESCO heritage, local culture, traditional architecture, and iconic city landscapes in one immersive experience.
Explore the best of Northern China on this 11-Day Shanxi & Inner Mongolia Tour. Journey across the vast Xilamuren Grassland and Kubuqi Desert in Inner Mongolia before discovering Shanxi's remarkable cultural treasures, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pingyao Ancient City, the magnificent Yungang Grottoes, and the spectacular Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River. Along the way, visit ancient temples, natural ice caves, the dramatic Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon, and important historical landmarks. Combining grassland adventures, desert scenery, ancient architecture, and rich cultural heritage, this tour offers a complete experience of Shanxi and Inner Mongolia.
