Have a layover in Guangzhou? Why not use the time to explore the vibrant city of Guangzhou?
This half-day guided tour helps you make full use of your time as you visit the highlights in the city. On the tour, admire the traditional architecture of the Chen Clan Academy and explore Haixinsha Island as well as the Canton Tower and the Canton Opera House.
This half-day layover tour starts from the meeting point (China Southern Airlines Accommodation Counter, close to Gate No. 50 of Arrival Hall on Ground Level, Terminal 2, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport) at 8:30 am. An English-speaking tour guide will pick you up and escort you to the city highlights of Guangzhou.
First, head to the Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family, famed for its exquisite craftsmanship in wood, stone, and brick carving and metalwork. The special historical, artistic and scientific aspects of the temple have made it an important site in Guangzhou. Your guide with provide with the necessary context to help you understand the Guangdong architecture and its profound history.
Continue to Haixinsha Island, bordered by Zhujiang New Town on the north and the Pearl River on the south. You might recognize the location as the venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Asian Games. There you will see the Canton Tower and the Canton Opera House and will have enough time to take amazing photos of Guangzhou's iconic architectural landmark.
End the tour with a taste of Canton. Enjoy a delicious, bit-sized Cantonese style dim sum lunch at a local restaurant before leaving for the airport. You'll be transferred to airport, but please make sure you have enough time to catch the departure flight. Generally, the departure time should be later than 4:30 pm.
Guangzhou is a modern metropolitan thriving around an ancient city. On this four-hour guided tour, explore the cultural relics of the city on the banks of the Pearl River. Admire the city's landmarks such as the Five-Ram sculpture and Zhenhai Tower in Yuexiu Park. Visit the 1,500-years-old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, all the while taking in the fascinating vistas and discovering the history of Guangzhou.
You will be picked up by your guide from your downtown hotel at around 1:30 pm. Enjoy a comfortable transfer around Guangzhou in an air-conditioned vehicle.
First, head to Guangzhou’s largest park, Yuexiu Park. The park is surrounded by beautiful hills and water bodies and houses numerous historical relics, which you can explore at your own ease. The highlights of the afternoon are the Five-Ram Sculpture, carved from 130 pieces of granite, and a visit to the Zhenhai Tower, also named the Five-Storied Pagoda.
Then proceed to the 1,500-years-old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. Flower Pagoda, the main structure of the temple, was built in 1097 and was named for its colorful exterior. Learn about the site's history and its religious significance in the region.
Afterwards, return to your hotel before 5:30 pm to conclude the half-day trip.
Set off on an exhilarating 13-day adventure through China's most cherished sights. Begin in Beijing, where you'll witness the Great Wall's majesty. Then, journey to Xi'an to behold the Terracotta Warriors. Glide through Guilin's stunning landscape on a Li River boat cruise, and cycle through Yangshuo's pastoral beauty. Continue to Chongqing for a 4-day Yangtze River cruise, discovering cultural gems and natural wonders en route to the Three Gorges Dam. Conclude your trip to Shanghai, where you'll see the modern Bund, ancient Yu Gardens, and the historic French Concession. This tour is a blend of China's rich history and vibrant modernity.
River cruiseSightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
1-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Beijing, Guilin, Shanghai, Xian
Beijing, Guilin, Shanghai, Xian, Yangtze River, Xi'an, Yangshuo, Chongqing