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Viking Orion Cruise Included "Historic Tianjin" Excursion

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Loved the kitschy, crowded Ancient Street.

I love those ones Viking really thinks of everything.

It is a 1-1/2 to 3 hour ride from Tianjin port to Beijing depending on traffic.

Most of ancient cultures Street has been rebuilt for tourism but with replicas of traditional buildings.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Opt for the Historic Tianjin excursion if you want to avoid a long bus ride to the Great Wall.
βœ“Be prepared for a 1.5 to 3 hour drive from Tianjin port to Beijing depending on traffic.
βœ“Visit the Ancient Culture Street for kitschy shopping and traditional snacks.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long travel times β€” Plan for a 2.5 to 3 hour ride from Tianjin to Beijing and choose excursions accordingly.
Authenticity of rebuilt sites β€” Expect rebuilt tourism sites but still enjoy the atmosphere and shopping.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich Tianjin excursion should I choose?
QWhat is the Ancient Culture Street like?
QHow long is the drive from Tianjin port to Beijing?

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https://www.TravelsWithSheila.com (Please don't forget to Share, like and subscribe! Thanks.) Viking offered two included excursions Historic Tianjin and Great Wall Huangyaguan. But after learning Huangyaguan involves a 3 hour bus ride in each direction, we opted for History Tianjin. Loved the kitschy, crowded Ancient Street. TIP: It is a 1-1/2 to 3 hour ride from Tianjin port to Beijing depending on traffic. October, 2019