4 Days Koguryo Kingdom Exploration from Changchun

Full Itinerary Day by day

Day 1 Changchun Arrival

Welcome to Changchun! Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and driver at the airport or train station, and then be escorted to your hotel. The rest of today is free for you.

Arrival Ideas: 1) You can take a flight to Changchun from Beijing (2h), Shanghai (3h), Xian (3h), Guangzhou (4h), Chengdu (3.5h), Chongqing (3.5h), Nanjing (2.5h), Hangzhou (3h), Xiamen (4h), etc. 2) You can take a high speed train to Changchun from Beijing (4.5h), Harbin (1h), Dalian (3~4h), Tianjin (4.5~6h), Nanjing (9.5~10h), Wuhan (11.5h), Zhengzhou (9~10h), Shanghai (11h), Qingdao (10h), etc.

Day 2 Changchun - Jian (B)

Today's tour starts from the Puppet Emperor's Palace, the official residence created by the Imperial Japanese Army for China's last emperor Puyi to live in as Emperor of the puppet state of Manchukuo in the early 20th century. The main structure of the palace can be divided into two parts - the residential quarter for daily life and the administrative quarter for political activities. Now they are informative museums displayed with many antiquities (including artifacts and annals) detailing the history of the fake Manchu Dynasty. Next, visit the Eight Ministries of Puppet Manchuguo Regime from the outside, which were established as a way for the Japanese invaders to legitimize their claim to the territory of Northeast China. You will view the different architectural styles there.

After sightseeing, you will drive about 4 hours to Ji'an City. Stay overnight in Ji'an.

Day 3 Jian (B)

Today, you will spend a full day exploring Jian. The World Heritage site - Capital Cities and Tombs of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom includes the archaeological remains of three cities and 40 tombs, and most of them (2 cities and 40 tombs) are spread around the green hills surrounding Jian City. Start today's cultural exploration from Jian Museum (Goguryeo Cultural Relics Exhibition Center) - an informative museum well displaying cultural relics excavated from tombs. The exhibits are well classified and sorted in the gallery, and you can learn the history and culture of ancient Koguryo Kingdom under the guide's explanation.

After getting an overview of Koguryo Kingdom, drive to General Tomb - a 12-meter-tall tomb known as the Oriental Pyramid because of its triangle shape. It is estimated to be the tomb of King Changshou, the 20th king of the Goguryeo Dynasty in the late fourth and early fifth centuries. Next, turn to Haotaiwang Tomb - only typical tomb of Goguryeo king whose age and occupant are known. There is a stele inscribed with 1775 Chinese characters that records the accomplishments of Haotaiwang, the king of Koguryo during the period from AD374 to AD412. You can enter and see the stone burial slabs. Then you will visit Wandushan City Ruins - the site of the capital from 37 BC to 668 BC and the longest-lasting capital in the early and middle periods of Goguryeo Kingdom. The original buildings were destroyed, but you can see some city ruins and figure the original city sites with the explanation of our guide. Besides, it is still extremely enjoyable when you scramble the terraces and savor the charming view. And, you will also get an answer to the question why the capital is established here.

After sightseeing, drive back to your hotel in Jian City for accommodation.

General Tomb - One of the Largest Remains of Koguryo

Haotaiwang Tomb - A Typical Tomb of Goguryeo King

Day 4 Jian Departure (B)

Today is free until you are escorted to the airport or railway station to catch your flight or train to your next destination.

Departure Idea: Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport (140 km away from Ji'an City) operates daily flights to Beijing (2 hours), and weekly flights to Tianjin (2 hours), Guangzhou (6 hours), Harbin (2 hours), Dalian (1~1.5 hours), Shanghai (4 hours).

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Recommended Add-on Options

+ 2 days more to Changbai Mountain: Known as Ever White Mountain in Chinese and Changbaek-sanjulgi in Korean, Changbai Mountain range forms the border between the Chinese provinces of Liaoning and Jilin and North Korea. It is one of the top ten famous mountains in China, where the top of the mountain is covered with snow all year round. It is a dormant volcano boasting rare animals, lush forests, clear lakes and bubbling hot springs. The most beautiful one among the lakes is Tian Chi (Heavenly Lake), the deepest alpine lake in China. There are three scenic areas (North Slope, West Slope and South Slope), and North Slope is the most recommended one because of many small attractions and convenient transportation.

The quotation for this trip is from Request Per Person

1. This price is for one person, based on a group of 2 adults sharing one standard double-bed room in a 4-star hotel and traveling with our private tour in low seasons.
2. This price is subject to change according to your traveling season, group size, hotel class, change of activities in your itinerary and possible fluctuation of currency exchange rate. If you want a lower price, you can get more people to join you, or use economy class hotels.
3. This price is only valid to March 31, 2023.
4. Reference exchange rate of USD 1= RMB 6.45. The final quote is based on current exchange rate. It may change according to the currency fluctuation, while the RMB quotation will be remained the same.

What's included?

Professional licensed English-speaking guide;
Admission tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary;
Accommodation as listed in the itinerary;
Necessary vehicle transfers as listed in the itinerary;
Airport / train station / hotels pick up and drop off;
Luggage Transfers: between airports (railway station) and hotels;
All meals as listed ( “B” for Chinese and Western breakfast buffet in your hotel; “L” for Chinese Lunch in local restaurant; “D” for Chinese dinner in local restaurant.);
Accident insurance;
Our service charge, including tour planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

What's excluded?

China visa;
Accommodation not listed in the itinerary;
Single Room Supplement;
Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary;
Recommended optional activities like hot spring in Erdao Baihe Town and rafting in Mojie Scenic Area;
Flights or trains to/off Changchun/Tonghua (we can book for you);
Optional tips to guides, drivers, etc;
Personal expenses.

How Our Teams Serve you at China Discovery

"Highest Standards of Quality and Honesty" is the core value of each specialized team at China Discovery.

Eveyone in our company is working hard for only one goal, which is to ensure the highest level of service, luxury, and attention to detail from the minute you begin planning your trip, to the day you return home.

1-on-1 Travel Consultant

Our travel consultants are professional, experienced and responsible, helping you from the very beginning to the end of your China trip!

After sending us an inquiry, one of our travel consultants will get back to you within 0.5~23.5 hrs. In the next few days, he/she will be working closely with you to formulate a customized tour plan, as well as providing professional suggestions based on your travel interests, time, and budget.

Beside, he/she will keep in contact with you during your entire tour in China, continually checking if everything is going well as planned.

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Local Tour Guides

Our local guide in every destination is not only very friendly, enthusiastic but also very informative and knowledgeable.

Once you arrive in the destination, the patient and punctual guides will pick you up and take you to get under skin of the city at your own pace. By in-depth discovery and explanation, they’ll show you more about the history, culture, customs and authentic local life. Throughout the journey, they're not only expert guides who take care of all the details but also fellow travelers who are dedicated to help you explore in comfort and style.

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Local Drivers & Vehicle

Using our private transfer service makes you comfortable, relaxed and worry free all the way!

Our private service includes licensed drivers with many years’ driving experience and air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean and well-maintained cars/vans. Drivers are local, polite, friendly and helpful, taking you to your tourist sites, hotels, airport/train stations in safety. All kinds of vehicle are offered, and yours depends on the size of your group. Usually, we offer sedan cars, SUVs, business vans (MPV) and different types of buses, all with extra space for your luggage.

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Comfortable & Homelike Hotels

In each destination, you’ll enjoy a comfortable stay in a great location!

The hotels we choose are based on star rating, great locations, well-equipped facilities, cozy bed, high quality service and guests’ feedbacks. Choices are a lot ranging from luxury 5 star, comfortable 4 star to budget 3 star. You could decide where to stay to best suit for your budget and likes. Generally, the hotels have both Western and Chinese breakfast with a wide choices.

If you have already got an ideal hotel, please feel free to tell our travel consultants and they'll book the hotel for you.

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Meals & Dining

We can satisfy all the dietary requirements no matter you want Chinese local food, western food, vegetarian food or muslin food.

The restaurants we will take you for lunch or dinner are all designated tourist restaurants approved by local tourist administration bureau. They have very good sanitary conditions and the food is prepared fresh and clean.

There will be some meals excluded in your itinerary as you like, and your private guide will be delighted to give you some suggestions and take you to the local restaurants to taste like Beijing Roast Duck, Xian Dumpling Dinner, Sichuan Hotpot, etc., if you are interested in local food tasting.