USA/CA: 1 888 666 0951 
Shandong Tours

The name of Shandong sounds quite unfamiliar to many foreigners. If we say here was the birthplace of Confucius, the greatest philosopher in China’s history, then you can realize the importance of the province in ancient time. China’s political system and Chinese mindset have been deeply influenced by the theory of Confucius for thousands of years. The name “Shandong” means east of Taihang Mountain (relative to Shanxi Province). Shandong is a coastal province situated by the Bohai Sea to the north and the Yellow Sea to the east, sharing the borders with Hebei, Henan, Anhui and Jiangsu province.

We can see Shandong’s pivotal status of the establishment of Chinese civilization, which made it a major cultural and religious center for Taoism and Confucianism in China. Like the town of Qufu, the hometown of Confucius, contains the Temple of Confucius, the Cemetery of Confucius and his Family Mansion, which have been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994. Mount Taishan is the most famous sacred mountain of China, the legendary emperors like Qin Shi Huang (259-210 BC) and later successors made it a place for heaven worship and imperial ceremonies. Mount Taishan has become the most important monument in China, a world-renowned treasure house of history and culture.

Other popular spots of interest in Shandong include the springs and provincial museum in the capital Jinan, Tsingtao Beer Museum and old architecture during the colonial period in Qingdao, and the International Kite Festival in Weifang.

As a destination, Shandong might not be on your top list while you travel in China. But no one can deny its historical and cultural value. For those who are interested in the Chinese philosophy and ways of thinking, Shandong can definitely be a perfect place to go. ETC travel specialists are very happy to assist you to plan an enjoyable and educational tour package to Shandong province.

Recommended Shandong Tours 
Viewing Trips 3 1/1 pages
  • hotel_1
    This is a 11-day Shangdong tour package combines with culture, history, natural beauty and leisure for your special experience; it will starts from beautiful beach of Qingdao, then head to Penglai for grand Peanglaige, stop at the kite’s hometown Weifang, have a closed look to historical city Zibo, Confucius hometow ...
  • hotel_1
    This 7-day tour package in Shandong covers the cities like Jinan, Tai’an, Qufu, Weifang and Qigndao. Qufu is the Confucius' hometown, while Weifang is the hometown of Chinese kites. Taishan & Qingdao are great places for natural scenery. You will visit popular scenic spots like Mt. Tai, Confucius Temple, Co ...
  • hotel_1
    Shangdong boasts of a great number of historical spots and natural beauties like the beach in Qing Dao & Qufu – the hometown of Confucius. This 6-day trip provides an unforgettable experience in Jinan, Mt.Tai, Quf & Qingdao. And you will visit popular scenic spots like Mt.Tai, Confucius Temple, Confuciu ...
Viewing Trips 3 1/1 pages

Useful Tips & Guide