3-Day Highlights of Shandong by bullet train from Beijing

Make your own way to Beijing South Railway Station, board the bullet train to Qufu and enjoy the 2.5 hours train journey with average speed of 300 km/hour, get off the train from Qufu East Railway Station, where you will be met by your tour guide and transfer to the hotel in half an hour.

Surrounded by the Ming dynasty city wall, Confucius Temple is located in the center of the old Qufu City. It's the largest temple in China built in memory of the sage. Along with the Confucius Mansion and Family tombs, they were listed as the World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 1994. This afternoon you will have a walking tour of these 3 sites to know more about Chinese culture and local customs since ancient times.

Buyangzhuang is one of the earliest villages in China opening to the West since 1978 when China's reform and open-up policy implemented. It witnessed the development of countryside, the undergoing urbanization and it will be an unique experience for you to visit the kindergarten where you will be welcomed by all the kids who will sing and dance for you, please have fun and join them in the performance, and remember to bring some gifts. Afterwards, you will be invited to visit a farmer's house to try some tea or fire water, enjoy a freshly home-cooked meal,...enjoy the hospitality of the farmers.

Mt. Taishan is the highest mountain in eastern China with an altitude 1545m above sea level. It's also known as the No.1 Mountain among the five sacred mountains in China. In 1987,Mt.Tai was listed as both natural and cultural heritage by the UNESCO. This afternoon, prepare to be amazed by the magnificent view and countless cultural relics while visiting the mountain. Shuttle bus and Cable car services are available in the scenic area.

Jinan is known as a city of springs, there are hundreds of natural springs scattered around the city center. Among them, The Baotu Spring is reputed as the First Spring under Heaven, the tour today includes a visit to the Baotu Spring park where you will see several active springs flowing day and night, the locals either come here to enjoy the traditional operas at a theater open to public or play chess or mahjong with friends. You will also have chance to explore the City Square and city moat near the park.

Located to the south of the city, the Daming Lake is the gathering place of all springs of Jinan. It covers an area of about 120 hectares integrating gardens, plantations and Chinese pavilions, truly an ideal place to relax and click photos.