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A person standing on a concrete platform overlooking a coastal town with colorful houses and a mountainous backdrop. 1
A statue of a historical figure with flags in the background. 2
A traditional Chinese pavilion on a rocky outcrop with a mountainous backdrop. 3
Two tall glasses of beer with the brand Tsingtao, placed on a table. 4
A street with illuminated signs and buildings, including a large red sign and a green sign with white text. 5
By Unique Beijing Tours

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$705 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in Qingdao’s unmissable highlights — the legendary Laoshan Scenic Area and the city’s distinctive architectural wonders — on this private, customisable day tour. Pair a must-visit Laoshan excursion (choose between cable car and non-cable car routes) with 1-2 tailored city centre architectural stops of your choice, all curated in close consultation with your professional English-speaking guide. Your knowledgeable local guide will bring Qingdao’s rich history, Taoist heritage and architectural stories to life with in-depth commentary throughout, while private door-to-door transfers from your Qingdao hotel or International Port and all entrance fees for your selected sights ensure a seamless, hassle-free exploration of this coastal gem.
    This tour departs from either your city centre Qingdao hotel or the city’s cruise port for your ultimate convenience.

Activity location

  • Laoshan Scenic Area
    • Laoshan Scenic Area Dedicated Road, Laoshan District
    • 266100, Qingdao, Shandong, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Laoshan Scenic Area
    • Laoshan Scenic Area Dedicated Road, Laoshan District
    • 266100, Qingdao, Shandong, China

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Route 1: Tour without Cabe Car

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Route 1: Tour without Cabe Car: Non-Cable Car Route: Explore Laoshan’s core spots on foot, including the historic Taiqing Palace. No Lunch included
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$705.18 x 1 AdultNZ$705.18
Total
Price is NZ$705.18
Until Wed, 16 Sept

Route 2: Tour with Cable Car

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Route 2: Tour with Cable Car: Cable Car Route: Take the convenient cable car to reaching Laoshan’s higher viewpoints. No Lunch included.
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$739.92 x 1 AdultNZ$739.92
Total
Price is NZ$739.92
Until Wed, 16 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional guide
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Cable car if you choose Route 2
  • Exclusions
    Accommodation
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Meals
  • Exclusions
    Cable car if you choose Route 1

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Laoshan Scenic Area

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Immerse yourself in Qingdao’s unmissable highlights — the legendary Laoshan Scenic Area and the city’s distinctive architectural wonders — on this private 8-hour customisable tour. This tour offers two convenient pick-up and drop-off locations: your city centre Qingdao hotel or the city’s cruise port, ensuring a seamless start and end to your adventure. Your professional English-speaking local guide and private driver will pick you up at your chosen location, and the journey to Laoshan Scenic Area takes approximately 40-60 minutes (depending on traffic). Along the way, your guide will share in-depth insights into Qingdao’s rich history, Laoshan’s Taoist heritage and unique culture, setting the tone for your day of exploration.

Laoshan Taiqing Palace

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The tour features two distinct routes for Laoshan Scenic Area, allowing you to choose based on your preference: 1. Non-Cable Car Route: Explore Laoshan’s core spots on foot, including the historic Taiqing Palace (a 2100-year-old Taoist temple with ancient architecture and cultural relics) and the serene Longtan Waterfall, soaking in the mountain’s natural charm at a leisurely pace. 2. Cable Car Route: Take the convenient cable car for an effortless ascent, reaching Laoshan’s higher viewpoints to admire the stunning mountain and sea views, along with key attractions like Shouzi Peak (featuring a spectacular "Hundred Shou Characters" rock carving) and Mitian Cave, a natural wonder with winding paths.

Qingdao Yingbinguan (Pass by)

After finishing your Laoshan exploration, you will head back to city centre Qingdao. On the way, you can consult with your guide to select 1-2 city centre attractions based on your interests; optional spots include: - Jiaozhou Governor’s Mansion Site: A iconic historic building that showcases Qingdao’s unique colonial architectural style and past history.

Badaguan Scenic Resort (Pass by)

- China Courtyard: A scenic spot featuring exquisite Huizhou-style architecture, perfect for photography and experiencing traditional Chinese courtyard culture. - Sailing Club (ToSailing): Located at the 2008 Olympic Sailing Venue, offering a taste of Qingdao’s "Sailing City" charm with coastal views. - Badaguan Scenic Area: A quiet area lined with exotic villas, blending various architectural styles and beautiful coastal scenery.

St. Michael's Cathedral, Qingdao (Pass by)

Within the 8-hour tour, your guide will arrange the itinerary reasonably to ensure you can fully experience each selected attraction without rushing. At the end of the tour, your driver will send you back to your city centre Qingdao hotel or the cruise port, wrapping up your personalised Qingdao adventure.

Qingdao Beer Museum

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
If you are not interested in the sites above, then you can choose to visit Qingdao Beer Museum. German Beer Company Qingdao Branch established in 1903, China’s first brewing factory that built with European technology was the predecessor of the Tsingtao Brewery Company. At present, the Qingdao Beer Museum owns 55 brewing factories and malt factories in 18 cities and provinces in China. The one-hundred-year old Tsingtao Beer has created its own history and culture. The museum was designed by an outstanding architect and designer utilising both Chinese and western culture. Follow your tour guide to visit the museum and sample various freshly brewed beers, you can purchase variety of souvenirs. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Qingdao, or Qingdao International Port

Location

Activity location

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    Laoshan Scenic Area
    • Laoshan Scenic Area Dedicated Road, Laoshan District
    • 266100, Qingdao, Shandong, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Laoshan Scenic Area
    • Laoshan Scenic Area Dedicated Road, Laoshan District
    • 266100, Qingdao, Shandong, China

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