3 Days Xi'an Tour with Must-see Attractions and Unique Experiences
3-Day Xi'an Tour with Must-see Attractions and Unique Experiences
City
Xi'an
Experience China's Ancient Capitals: Xi'an
Xi’an, located in the central part of Shaanxi Province, China, is a city with a long history and rich culture. As one of the four ancient capitals of China, Xi’an was the capital of thirteen dynasties and has hosted countless important events and cultural exchanges in history. The city is rich in historical relics, such as the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which show the splendor of ancient civilization. Xi’an is also the starting point of the Silk Road and was once an important hub for cultural exchanges between the East and the West. In addition to historical relics, Xi’an also attracts countless tourists with its food culture and traditional folk customs. Overall, Xi’an is a city that combines ancient and modern charm, full of unique historical heritage and cultural atmosphere.
This package includes accommodation in a top four-star or five-star hotel, daily breakfast, an English-speaking local guide, all transportation services, and customized experience options. This is an ideal introduction to China for first-time travelers brought to you by Hello China Trip.
Travel Itinerary
After arriving in Xi’an, your private guide and driver will accompany you to Han Yangling near the airport. It is listed as one of the top ten must-see attractions in Xi’an by TripAdvisor.
This is the tomb of Emperor Jing. His son Emperor Wu of Han opened up the Silk Road in 138 BC. After the wars of the Qin Dynasty, the Han Dynasty formed its own cultural characteristics. Discover the reasons why the Han Dynasty reached its peak at that time.
This attraction is less visited by tourists, and you will see many small terracotta figurines displayed under the glass walkway.
In stark contrast to the stern faces of the Terracotta Warriors, these Terracotta Warriors have mysterious smiles on their faces. This walkway gives people an insight into how these Terracotta Warriors were built.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to the hotel and enjoy free time in the evening.
Meals included: None
After an hour and a half drive from Xi’an, you will see the Terracotta Warriors that you have seen hundreds of times in photos, books and TV. With the help of your guide, explore the secrets of this army. How were the Terracotta Warriors made? How are they preserved? What is their original color?
Then, your guide will take you closer to these warriors and learn from you how to make miniature versions in the cave dwellings of local craftsmen families.
Learn the traditional skills from 2000 years ago, make sculptures with your own hands, interact with local people, listen to their stories, and feel the real way of life of local people.
There are only a few craftsmen left who still work in the traditional way. Visiting their workshops is a good way to support the local community and should achieve sustainable development.
In the late afternoon, stroll on the ancient city wall. From the top of the wall, you can enjoy the view of different areas of the city, including the area with old brand stores and the busy bar street.
Visit the Grand Mosque and have fun in the Muslim Quarter. Challenge yourself to a food adventure and find traditional dishes and popular special snacks.
Meals included: Breakfast
Note: If the activity attraction is closed on the day, the itinerary may be adjusted.
Traditional costumes are also part of Chinese culture. Before visiting the museum, go to the workshop to change into Hanfu and put on ancient costume makeup to start today’s time travel.
The Small Wild Goose Pagoda was built in the Tang Dynasty and is 43 meters high. The tower is part of the Jianfu Temple complex, known for its exquisite architecture.
The nearby Xi’an Museum showcases Xi’an’s rich history. The museum’s collection includes artifacts from various dynasties, such as pottery, calligraphy, paintings, and sculptures.
Meals included: Breakfast
Note: For small group tour participants, a transfer service to the airport can be arranged upon request.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Explore Hanyang Mausoleum：
The splendor and solemnity of the emperor’s mausoleum shines in the long river of history, and the cultural heritage and historical precipitation allow you to feel the glory and magnificence of the ancient empire.
Visiting the Terracotta Warriors：
The stone army that has been guarding for thousands of years is magnificent and magnificent, showing the crystallization of ancient labor and wisdom, allowing you to appreciate the treasures of ancient Chinese civilization and the profound historical heritage.
Your guide will tell you why and how the Terracotta Warriors were made.Make miniature figurines in an authentic cave dwelling that is disappearing. Here you can touch a one-to-one replica of the Terracotta Warriors.
Go back in time with Hanfu：
Wear traditional clothes and walk through Xi’an’s historical heritage as if you were transported back a thousand years to ancient China.
Climbing the ancient city wall：
The city wall that has stood for thousands of years shows the city’s heavy history, overlooking the scenery of ancient and modern times, feeling the flow and changes of time, allowing you to appreciate the fusion of the city’s simplicity and modernity.
Visiting Xi’an History Museum：
Precious cultural relics tell the glorious history of the ancient capital, and the long river of history flows in the museum, allowing you to appreciate the breadth and depth of China’s 5,000-year civilization.
Visiting the Small Wild Goose Pagoda：
The ancient pagoda carries the historical sedimentation of thousands of years, exuding the atmosphere of the Buddhist country in the tranquility, allowing you to feel the solemnity and wisdom of ancient civilization, and experience the tranquility and transcendence of the soul.
Challenge yourself and embark on a food adventure：
Taste different local cuisines in Muslim Street. Try the most typical and popular Xi’an cuisine, or try something a little adventurous for foreigners.
Inclusions / Exclusions
Inclusions:
- Admission fees: to sightseeing spots and activities specified.
- Accommodation: hotels based on double/twin occupancy as specified.
- Meals: as specified in the itinerary.
- Tour guide: excellent private English-speaking guide.
- Transfers: land transfer with drivers as specified.
- Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour.
- Government taxes and fees.
Exclusions
- International flights to/from China.
- China visa fees.
- Gratuities to guides and drivers and any expense of a personal nature.
- Our tour package does not include travel insurance. Please purchase travel insurance before your trip to protect for any unforeseen circumstances.
- Small group tour travelers – Airport transfer service from hotel to Xi’an Xi’anyang International Airport.
Important Information
Important information – PRIVATE TOUR
- This is a private tour for your group of family or friends. There will be no other travelers in the group apart from you.
- Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Prices based on twin occupancy.
- The prices shown are not valid during China’s Official Holidays (such as National Day and Chinese Spring Festival).
- Any city not included in the existing tour package can be added to this tour and taken as an addition to this Private tour.
- Entering and exiting China from Hong Kong and Taipei are also available.
- Stays at entering and exiting cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taipei) can be extended.
Important information – SMALL GROUP TOUR
- This is a small group tour with a fixed itinerary and guaranteed departures.
You will travel with other people (maximum of 12). - Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- The tour guide may adjust the itinerary due to closure of the museums each Monday.
- At the conclusion of the tour, a transfer from your hotel to Hongqiao or Pudong Airport in Shanghai is available upon request at a surcharge.
- Stays at entering and exiting cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taipei) can be extended.
Prices based on twin occupancy. - The prices shown are not valid during China’s Official Holidays (such as National Day and Chinese Spring Festival).
- The maximum number of passengers in a small group tour is 12 people.
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