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Step into a world where past activities and memories fuel the current lifestyle and also generations to come in the most vibrant environment during your Guangzhou layover. Explore ancient history from Nanyue King Tomb, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Museum, Six Banyan Trees Temple and Chen Family Clan even get to know colonial history at Shamian Island and charming Sacred Heart Cathedral, enjoy shopping and night cruise on beautiful Pearl River. Put your worries aside and take this fabulous Guangzhou layover tour.
What's Included
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Please apply for free visa after landing at airport. Your tour guide will wait and hold your name board at the arrival hall exit of the airport.
Itinerary
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1Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
After being picked up at the airport, begin your layover tour at the Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King and witness evidence of Guangzhou’s ancient past through relics discovered in the tomb of Nanyue ruler Zhao Mo, uncovered in 1983. Explore imperial seal, jade, bronzes, gold and silver ware, pottery, ceramic pillow etc and amaze at its unparalleled workmanship.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Proceed to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall built in memory of the first president and founding father of the Republic of China.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3
View some of the sights as you journey through Huangcheng Square marveling at modern structures like Canton Tower, Guangzhou Opera House and the Children’s Palace and stroll down this busy thoroughfare.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Pearl River
Enjoy a bustling river scenery on the Pearl River cruise in addition to a large number of historical and cultural sites. Take in views of illuminated by night then be dropped off at your hotel for check-in.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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After hotel pickup in the morning by a private vehicle, your Guangzhou tour starts with a visit to an active Zen temple at the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, one of Guangzhou’s oldest surviving sites housing Buddhist relics brought into China from India.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Next, make a stop at the Notre Dame of East Asia at the Sacred Heart Cathedral also nicknamed as the Stone House remaining as the largest Gothic Revival Roman Catholic cathedral in China. Enjoy beautiful Gothic buildings and trace its history.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Shamian Island
Proceed to Shamian Island and be part of fashionable cafes and boutiques in the middle of colonial mansions that have been beautifully restored.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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In the afternoon start off at Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street and admire its notable Lingnan architecture, Xiguan folk customs and delve into its commercial side for retail shops, buy some clothes and souvenirs for your friends or family.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
Head to the Chen Clan Academy to learn about Cantonese life and have a glimpse into its art history. At last, be transferred to the airport for departure!
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, Huacheng Square, Pearl River
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Shamian Island, Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, Chen Clan Academy
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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