6-Day Xi'an, Luoyang & Shaolin Highlights Tour

Welcome to Xi'an! Your journey begins with a warm greeting from your knowledgeable tour guide at the train station or airport. Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel in a private car. During the ride, your guide will offer an insightful overview of Xi'an's fascinating past and present.

Breakfast & Lunch Enjoy a relaxing one-hour private ride with your guide to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Enter the Terracotta Warriors Museum via tram, and witness three captivating pits that display the concealed power of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's extensive military force. Your guide will provide insights into their fabrication and safeguarding, emphasizing the precise workmanship, lasting strength, and the former colorful brilliance of these historical sentinels. Get an up-close view of the First Restored Terracotta Warriors, learn their restoration story, handle authentic Qin Dynasty relics, and participate in a hands-on restoration experience. Explore the Huaqing Palace, a Tang Dynasty retreat famous for its hot springs and the love story of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei, and optionally, enjoy the popular 'Everlasting Regret' show.

Breakfast & Lunch Discover the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a 43-meter-tall architectural marvel built during the Tang Dynasty, and explore its intricate design within the Jianfu Temple complex. Explore the breadth of Xi'an's history at the Xi'an Museum, where a rich assortment of artifacts from multiple dynasties is displayed, including pottery, calligraphy and paintings. Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Xi'an from the Ancient City Wall. This impressive defensive structure, boasting towering walls, ramparts, gates, and watchtowers, is a testament to China's well-preserved ancient military engineering. Awaken your taste buds with a captivating Muslim Quarter foodie, where you'll encounter the rich heritage of classic dishes and exciting, innovative local snacks.

Breakfast & Lunch Enjoy a private transfer to the train station for a high-speed train journey to Luoyang. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and escort you to Shaolin Temple. Delve into the rich history of the Shaolin Temple complex by tram, exploring time-honored halls, exquisite pagodas, and the iconic Forest of Pagodas, each element narrating tales of Chinese martial arts and Buddhist philosophy. Experience a dynamic half-hour Kung Fu demonstration, showcasing the rich martial heritage of Shaolin monks through their skilful deployment of a wide variety of ancient weaponry. Explore Yingtianmen by taking in the panoramic views of Luoyang's cityscape. From there, you can explore the nearby Night Market, sampling local snacks and shopping for souvenirs before returning to your hotel.

Breakfast & Lunch Explore the sacred grounds of White Horse Temple, China's premier ancient temple, and immerse yourself in its profound heritage. Visit the Longmen Grottoes, an impressive assemblage of ancient stone-carved art. The grottoes feature over 110,000 stone works, which exhibit a wide variation in size, from small 2-centimeter figures to large 17.14-meter sculptures. After your Luoyang tour, you'll be transferred to the railway station for a high-speed train to Xi'an. Upon arrival in Xi'an, your guide will meet you and ensure a comfortable transfer to your hotel.

Breakfast Make the most of your remaining free time to enjoy a final exploration of the city before your guide's arrival for your airport or train station transfer.