Ming Tombs Half-Day Tour from Beijing
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Underground Palace's ancient artifacts
- Stroll along the Sacred Path lined with stone animals
- Learn about Ming Dynasty history from expert guides
- Enjoy comfortable round-trip transportation from Beijing
- Capture memorable photos of the tombs' architecture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Beijing
- Guided tour of the Underground Palace
- Visit to the Sacred Path with its stone statues
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Be picked up from your hotel by English speaking tour guide and private vehicle at 08:30 am or 1:30 pm. Drive to visit the Scared Path and Underground Palace of Ming Tomb. The Scared Path is the best preserved and complete one. The Sacred Way (or Divine Road) which means the road leading to heaven. The Emperor, known as the Son of the Heaven, who came from Heaven to his country through the Sacred Way, also deservedly would return to Heaven through this road. The road is lined with stone statues which are important decorations of the mausoleum. These marble statues are 12 human figures and 24 animals.
Followed visit Underground Palace of Dingling Tomb. Ming Tomb is the final resting place of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors, along with 23 empresses and a number of concubines. It has a history of over 600 years. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, Ming Tomb features splendid landscape. The Underground Palace with five chambers, the underground palace of Dingling is 27 meters deep with a total floor space of 1,195 square meters. All chambers were built of stone without using a single beam or column. Dingling is the only excavated tomb for archaeological exploration. Tourists can see precious antiques in the exhibition halls. Be transferred back to your hotel after the tour is finished.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language
- Confirm the pickup location and time in advance
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
- Bring a camera to capture the tombs' architecture
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Traveler reviews
A wonderful sightseeing tour
This is a wonderful tour to interesting historical sites. The place is beautiful, quiet, and not crowded. Guide Sally is professional and very knowledgeable about history.
Great morning out
Really interesting, pretty site and not crowded. Our guide Bobo was extremely knowledgeable, the driver nice and the van very comfortable.
Brilliant morning out
Really interesting, pretty site and not crowded. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and a very nice driver and van.
Beijing tour
The tour with Wendy was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, great English, and fit a lot of sights into our day. Her pleasant and fun personality made our tour a memorable experience and she even took photos to share with us. I Feel very fortunate to have had this tour with Wendy and of course Mr Fang got us safely to where we needed to go with a smile! Highly recommend, you wont be disappointed.
Fabulous tour of Underground Palace and Sacred Road
What a fabulous tour. Linda Sun was very informative and engaging. She is a delightful person. Thankyou Zeng our driver for a safe and comfortable ride. A tour with Linda Sun and Zeng is highly recommended during your stay in Beijing.