Explore the Pearl River city Guangzhou highlights on this full-day guided trip. Follow professional local tour guide, discover the exquisite craftsmanship in Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family, wander around the beautiful Shamian Island with European style buildings, admire the city landmark of the Five-Ram Sculpture and historical relic of Zhenhai Tower, and visit the 1500 years old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees.
You will be picked-up from your hotel and hop aboard a comfortable vehicle to join in the trip of Guangzhou sightseeing. Follow your guide to visit the Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family famed for its exquisite craftsmanship including wood, stone, and brick carving, and metalwork using copper and iron, admire the most characteristic Guangdong architecture and learn its history. Continue to explore the European style buildings on Shamian Island used to be the concession area in the 19th century. Wander around the most exotic place in Guangzhou to enjoy the quiet and beautiful environment.
After having lunch in a local nice restaurant, move on to Guangzhou’s largest park of Yuexiu Park, enjoy the beautiful scenery, marvel at the Five-Ram Sculpture carved from 130 pieces of granite and the Zhenhai Tower also named Five-Storied Pagoda, both of them are the symbolic sites of the City. After that you will visit the 1500 years old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. The highlight of the temple is the 57.6 meters high Flower Pagoda. It appears to have 9 storeys, but inside there are actually 17 storeys. Discover its history and important role in Buddhism.
Afterwards, return to your hotel to conclude the Guangzhou highlights trip.
Meeting/pick-up point: Hotel pick-up.
Duration: 8 hours.
Pick-up time: At 8:30an.
Drop-off time: At 4:30pm.
Languages: English.