Private Nanjing Day Tour, No Shopping

This morning, your private guide and driver will greet you at your self-booked hotel in Nanjing, and then embark on a private car ride to our first stop. let's start this private Nanjing day tour with Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum, where you can learn about the life of this great Chinese revolutionist. Dr. Sun Yat-sen (1866-1925) was a great forerunner of the Chinese democratic revolution. With deep historical significance, magnificent architecture and beautiful scenery, the mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen is a must see for any Nanjing trips. 

► Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum has 392 steps to the top, so please be prepared for a little bit of walking. There are benches for you to sit on between the steps if you feel tired. When you get to the top, you will find it worth the visit. 

Then proceed to the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, which has a history of more than 600 years. It is the joint mausoleum of Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang (1328 - 1398) and his empress. Besides of imperial tombs and temples, the Sacred Way at the entrance is the other highlight with vivid stone statues of beasts as well as officials and generals on the two sides.► Recommended Dining Option for Lunch (at your own expense):
If you’d love to taste many Nanjing flavors at one time, we suggest you visit Nanjing Impressions, a renowned restaurant brand with a 30-year history. It offers a comprehensive dining experience that showcases the best of Nanjing cuisine. From classic Salted Duck and Roast Duck to famous Lion's Head Meat Balls and Crab Roe Soup Dumplings, this restaurant has it all. Its traditional Chinese décor, complete with Pingtan folk art performances, creates a unique atmosphere that transports diners back to the ancient capital of a thousand years ago.
Average cost per person: CNY 75 / USD 10
Address: No.48, Dashiba Street, Qinhuai District, Nanjing City

Next, you will continue to visit the Confucius Temple. This temple was constructed in 1034 for people to pay homage to the Confucius, a renowned ideologist during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 - 176 BC), and pray for good scores in the imperial examination. In front of the main hall stands a bronze statue of this great scholar which is the largest one in China with a height of four meters (13 feet). The beautiful Qinhuai River and bustling commercial streets nearby will make your trip more memorable. 

► Lots of boutiques and restaurants are around Confucius Temple. Wandering around, you will find various types of food catering for all tastes. Try local cuisines or just have a coffee break. Your local tour guide will be glad to give you advice. 

Your private Nanjing day tour will end here. Your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel. If you have plan to other nearby destinations like Shanghai, Suzhou, or Yangzhou, please contact your personal travel consultant.