Hotel Pick-Up at 9:00 a.m → Terra-Cotta Warriors Museum → Traditional Cave Dwelling → City Wall → Hotel Drop-Off

The Museum of Qin Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses - 09:00 a.m: Your tour guide will warmly welcome you, marking the start of your exploration of this magnificent city.

09:50 a.m: Arrive at the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Your guide will lead you through the significant figures, horses, and weapons. By observing the terracotta figures unearthed here, you can envision the appearance of Qin soldiers 2000 years ago. The horse carts and weapons on display provide insight into the soldiers’ combat methods. A closer look reveals that each figure has unique facial expressions, an astonishing feat given the number of figures. This highlights the greatness of this work and why the Terracotta Warriors Museum is considered the eighth wonder of the world.

Farmers’ Caves - 12:30 p.m: It’s time for lunch. You will need to pay for this on-site. Your guide will assist in finding a suitable restaurant. Local delicacies you might enjoy include: Chinese Hamburger, Baozi (steamed stuffed bun), Spicy Soup, Tofu Jelly, Deep-Fried Dough Sticks, Pita Bread Soaked in Mutton Soup, Biang Biang Noodles, Guokui, etc.

13:30 p.m: Visit a local family residing in a Traditional Cave Dwelling. Your guide will explain why people prefer living here.

Xi’an City Wall (Chengqiang) - 15:00: Explore the Ancient City Wall, with options to walk, bike, or take a golf cart. This City Wall is the best-preserved and most complete wall surviving China’s long history. It stands about 12 meters high, 12 to 14 meters wide at the top, and 15 to 18 meters thick at the base. The entire circumference is approximately 13.7 kilometers, so walking the entire length may take some time.

Hotel Pick-Up at 7:30 a.m → Mt. Hua Hiking Tour → Hotel Drop-Off around 17:00

Mount Huashan - 07:30 a.m: Meet your hiking tour guide and embark on the hiking adventure.

09:00 - 15:30 p.m: Mt. Huashan is located 120 km southeast of Xi’an City, about a 2-hour journey. Enjoy an adventurous hiking tour. Mt. Huashan is renowned as “the First Odd Mountain in the World,” featuring five majestic peaks with steep cliffs and overhanging rocks. The east peak, known as the Peak of the Rising Sun, is ideal for sunrise views; the north peak, the Peak of Cloud Terrace, is famous for its cliffs on three sides; the west peak is the Peak of Lotus; the south peak, the Peak of Wild Geese, is the main and steepest peak at 2,083 meters elevation; the central peak, the Peak of the Jade Maiden, connects the east, west, and south peaks. Each peak offers unique scenic beauty, surrounded by over 70 minor peaks.

17:30 p.m: Return to your hotel.

Hotel Pick-Up at 9:00 a.m → Hanyangling Museum → Big Wild Goose Pagoda → Bell and Drum Tower Square → Muslim Quarter (L)

Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Hanyangling) - 09:00 a.m: Prepare for pick-up by your friendly tour guide.

09:30 - 12:00 p.m: Begin your day tour at China’s only underground museum - Hanyangling Museum, also known as Jingdi’s Tomb. Located near the airport, about 30 km north of Xi’an City, this is the burial site for Emperor Jingdi and his wife Empress Wangzhi, dating back 2,100 years. View funeral goods such as pottery figurines from the Han Dynasty, Luojing Stone used for measurement, and various stelae inscribed with words.

Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta) - 12:00 - 13:00 p.m: Enjoy a Chinese lunch at a local favorite spot. You will need to cover this expense on-site. Try something different from the previous day.

13:40 - 15:30 p.m: Your afternoon tour begins with a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, located inside the Da Ci En temple. Built during the Tang Dynasty to store Buddhist sutras and figures brought back from India by Xuan Zang, it is the largest and earliest square pagoda constructed. Now remodeled and expanded into a large park, locals often visit to relax on sunny days. At night, enjoy local dancing, singing, children playing, fountain shows, and various stalls offering local snacks.

Xi’an Bell Tower - 15:50 - 16:30 p.m: Visit the Bell & Drum Tower Square. These towers are Xi’an’s landmarks, built in the city center about 600 years ago. In ancient times, the bell and drum marked time in the morning and at dusk, as clocks and watches were unavailable, leading to the saying ‘Morning Bell and Dusk Drum’ in Chinese. These towers are Xi’an’s signature, being the best-preserved in China.

Muslim Quarter - 16:30 - 17:00 p.m: Located west of the Bell Tower, the Muslim Quarter was initially a settlement for Muslims from other regions. Over time, a unique Muslim culture developed, making this a must-see site for visitors to Xi’an. Discover local food, folk art, and the intriguing Muslim culture here.

17:20 p.m: Conclude your day tour and return to your hotel.

• Bottled water included
• Expert professional guide provided
• Includes round-trip cable car & shuttle bus on Mt Huashan
• Convenient private hotel pickup and drop-off

• Gratuities
• Hotel accommodation
• Lunch
• Cycling or riding golf cart on City Wall

Exploring downtown Xian on your own is straightforward, but venturing beyond the city can be difficult without knowing Chinese. Enjoy the convenience of a private guide and driver for a three-day, door-to-door adventure. In addition to visiting the historic downtown attractions and the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, you can meet farmers in their cave dwellings, discover the second terracotta army at the Han Yan Ling Museum, and hike Mt. Huashan.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.