2-Days Beijing Qingdao City Highlights Tour by Train

Day 1 Beijing-Qingdao

To kick off your trip, our experienced driver in Beijing will pick you up from your hotel, train station, or airport. They will facilitate a smooth transfer to the train station, ensuring that you arrive punctually for your journey to Qingdao. Throughout the drive, our driver will provide local insights and ensure your comfort, making sure you arrive at the station with ample time to spare. Upon your arrival in Qingdao, our dedicated local guide and driver will be waiting at the train station with a "Your Way Holiday" welcome sign to warmly greet you. They will facilitate a smooth transfer to your hotel, assisting with luggage and providing any necessary information about Qingdao and your accommodations. This personalized service ensures a seamless transition from travel to relaxation, allowing you to start your Qingdao experience with ease and comfort.

After lunch and a brief rest, your tour of Qingdao will commence with a visit to the Tsingtao Brewery Museum, marking the perfect introduction to this vibrant city. Our knowledgeable guide will accompany you, providing historical insights into the brewery's significance and its integral role in Qingdao's cultural heritage. They will enrich your experience with fascinating anecdotes and details about the brewing process and the brewery's impact on local traditions. Meanwhile, our attentive driver will ensure seamless transportation between locations, allowing you to focus on immersing yourself in the charm and soul of Qingdao right from the start. This personalized service aims to make your visit to the Tsingtao Brewery Museum not just informative, but also a memorable highlight of your Qingdao journey.

The Tsingtao Brewery Museum stands as the sole beer museum in China, spanning over 6,000 square meters within the historic factory premises of Tsingtao Beer from a century ago. It serves as a comprehensive showcase of Tsingtao Beer's illustrious history and technological advancements. Visitors can delve into the evolution of China's beer industry and Tsingtao Beer through exhibits that blend cultural history, production processes, interactive beer-themed activities, and opportunities for shopping and dining. Highlighting the essence of Qingdao's heritage, a visit isn't complete without savoring a freshly brewed Tsingtao beer, ensuring you've truly experienced the city's renowned brewery firsthand.

After a delightful sightseeing tour and an immersive Tsingtao Beer tasting experience at the Tsingtao Brewery Museum, our guide will accompany you for a comfortable drive back to your hotel. Throughout the journey, our guide will ensure your safety and comfort, providing additional insights into Qingdao's rich cultural heritage and answering any questions you may have about the city and its attractions. Our dedicated driver will navigate the route efficiently, allowing you to relax and reflect on your enjoyable day exploring Qingdao's iconic brewery and its vibrant surroundings. This personalized service aims to enhance your overall travel experience, ensuring a seamless and memorable visit to this charming coastal city.

Day 2 Qingdao-Beijing

Today, your Qingdao tour begins with a visit to Zhanqiao Pier, a symbol of Qingdao's seaside beauty. Built in 1892 during the Qing Dynasty's Guangxu reign, the pier stands as one of the city's earliest military special artificial wharf constructions. It holds significant historical and cultural importance, serving not only as an important landmark but also as a renowned scenic spot beloved by locals and visitors alike. Our knowledgeable guide will provide insightful commentary on the pier's history and architectural significance, enriching your understanding as you explore this iconic location. They will ensure you have a memorable experience, highlighting the pier's panoramic views and helping you capture the essence of Qingdao's coastal charm through your visit.

Then, continue your journey to Little Qingdao Isle, a renowned landmark in Qingdao. Known locally as "Hengqin Island" due to its lush evergreen trees, the island's shape resembles a zither, with the surrounding water resembling its strings, and the wind and waves echoing its music. This picturesque setting offers an excellent sightseeing experience, immersing you in a scene straight out of a painting. Your guide will accompany you, providing insights into the island's cultural significance and natural beauty. They will ensure you enjoy the serene atmosphere and capture memorable moments against the backdrop of Qingdao's coastal charm.

After lunch, pay a visit to the Badaguan Scenic Resort, established in the 1930s and renowned as one of China's most famous scenic resorts. This area beautifully embodies the quintessential characteristics of Qingdao, with its "red tiles, green trees, blue sea, and blue sky." Before the liberation of China, Badaguan was an exclusive villa area for bureaucratic capitalists. Post-liberation, the government undertook extensive renovations, transforming it into a significant sanatorium. Today, it serves as a historical and cultural treasure, having hosted numerous party and state leaders as well as important international friends. As you stroll through this charming district, your guide will share fascinating stories about the resort's past and its architectural marvels, enriching your understanding and appreciation of this elegant coastal city.

After the sightseeing, your guide and driver will take you to the Qingdao railway station to catch your train back to Beijing. They will assist with your luggage and ensure you are comfortably settled for your journey. Upon arrival in Beijing, our Beijing local driver will meet you at the station and escort you back to your hotel, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free transfer. Your guide will be available to answer any final questions you may have and to ensure your experience was both enjoyable and memorable. Our service ends with our warmest wishes for your continued travels.

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