Shanghai Side Trip to Nanjing, No Shopping

This morning, you will take a high-speed train from Shanghai to Nanjing by yourself. Train tickets will be booked for you in advance and you only need to board the train with your original passport. The 1.5 hours train travel will not be boring when you appreciate the rural scenery outside. Upon arrival in Nanjing, you will be picked up by your tour guide and driver at the railway station. Your Nanjing tour from Shanghai formally begins. 

Your first stop is 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:
If you’d love to taste many Nanjing flavors at one time, we suggest you visit Nanjing Da Pai Dang or Nanjing Impressions (Fuzimiao Pingjiangfu Road branch), 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.

Next, you will continue to visit the Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao). 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. 

The whole day's trip will end here. Your Nanjing tour guide and driver will take you to the railway station to board a high-speed train back to Shanghai. If you have plan to other destinations, please contact your personal travel consultant.