Xian Highlights 5-Day Private Tour Package Including Mount Huashan

Tour Highlights
• Marvel at the proudly unflinching, life-sized Terracotta Warriors, considered the eighth wonder of the world.
• Visit Emperor Qin's Mausoleum, the final resting place of the first emperor of China, Qin Shihuang.
• Admire the towering 7th century Little Wild Goose Pagoda, built to hold sacred Buddhist texts brought back from India.
• Visit Xian Museum to learn the history of Xian, the starting point of the Silk Road & capital of 13 Chinese dynasties.
• Explore Xi'an's 1,300 year old Muslim community by visiting the Great Mosque, the largest ancient mosque of China.
• Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda, one of China’s best examples of Tang Dynasty style pagoda completed in AD652.
• Visit Shaanxi History Museum, the Treasure Chest of Ancient China built to mimic the style of the Tang Dynasty.
• Stroll along Xian City Wall, one of the oldest and best-preserved Chinese city walls in the world.
• Wander through Stele Forest, one of the world's first dictionaries and the heaviest library of the world.
• Hike up Mount Huashan, the most precipitous mountain under heaven & one of the five sacred mountains in China.
• Experienced English speaking tour guide
• Overland transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments
• Accommodation at international standard 4-star hotel

Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Day 1 Arrival in Xian, Xian Airport or Train Stations Pick-up
• Day 2 Terracotta Warriors, Emperor Qin's Mausoleum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Xian Museum, Great Mosque & Muslim Quarter
• Day 3 Daci'en Temple & Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Shaanxi History Museum, Xian City Wall, Forest of Stone Steles
• Day 4 Day Trip to Mount Huashan
• Day 5 Departure from Xian, Transfer to Xian Airport or Train Stations

Hotels & Meals
• 4 nights of accommodations at 4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian or similar
• Daily hotel breakfast included, lunch & dinner on your own

Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs and Requirements
• If you have booked your own hotel, if you want to stay at other hotels or if you want to modify this itinerary, please feel free to contact us by WhatsApp (+86-18309280878), Wechat (+86-18309280878) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), we will create a tailor-made tour package for you.

Price Remarks
• Prices are not valid during China's Official Holidays (such as National Day & Chinese New Year Festival etc.).
• Prices are based on sharing in double/twin/triple room at proposed hotels.
• S/S (Single Supplement) fee is charged for staying at single room.
• S/S fee for less than 10 adult travelers: USD150; S/S fee for over 10 adult travelers: USD115

Price Inclusions
• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast at hotel
• Professional English language speaking private tour guide
• Round trip cable car to the North Peak of Mount Huashan
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private experienced driver
• All admission tickets to sightseeing places
• Round trip cable car to the North Peak.
• All government taxes

Price Exclusions
• Your personal expenses.
• Tour guide for arrival & departure transfers.
• Lunches & dinners are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.

Additional Info
• Xian Museum is closed on Tuesday tours.
• Shaanxi History Museum is closed on Monday tours.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• Advice on Meals: Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations on authentic local food.
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.

Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations made 31 days or more prior to the scheduled departure date, will receive a 100% refund.
• Cancellations made within 22 - 30 days will incur a 10% fee.
• Cancellations made within 15 - 21 days will incur a 30% fee.
• Cancellations made within 8 - 14 days will incur a 50% fee.
• Cancellations made within 0 - 7 days will not receive a refund.
• After the tour has commenced, there is no refund for canceled services due to non-participation, missed days on tours.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed in 2-5 business days, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

Why Travelers Have to Choose GoGrandChina Private Tours?
• Choose your most suitable departure time, whether you are an early bird or you prefer sleeping in.
• GGC private tours are more flexible, allowing you to adjust everything on your trip to your wishes.
• GGC tour guides will be at your service to make sure you get the most from each destination. They are there for you and are responsible for making your journey special – and your needs always come first.
• GGC offers comfortable and luxury vehicles with a private & experienced driver who’s always by your side and ready to take you to your next destination.
• No shopping stops & factory visits, no chance of getting ripped off.
• No hidden costs, rest assured that there are no nasty surprises.

Know Before You Go
• Xian Museum is closed on Tuesday tours.
• Shaanxi History Museum is closed on Monday tours.
• There is no tour guide for arrival & departure transfers.
• Keep your passport on you constantly. It might be needed to buy entrance tickets.
• Meals (lunch & dinner) are not included. Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations.
• Add us on WeChat (+86-18309280878) or WhatsApp (+86-18309280878) to reach GGC service staff at anytime.
• Before getting to Xian you will receive driver's name & contact number by WhatsApp, Wechat or email.
• You will be greeted by driver holding GGC welcome sign with your name at airport or train station arrival hall.

Day 1 Arrival in Xian, Xian Airport or Train Stations Pick-up
Meet your driver at Xian airport or train stations and transfer to your hotel in a comfortable private vehicle. After getting settled at the hotel, you may explore the downtown area on your own or relax during the remainder of the day.

Meals Included: No meals
Hotel: 4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian or similar

Day 2 Terracotta Warriors, Emperor Qin's Mausoleum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Xian Museum, Great Mosque & Muslim Quarter
Morning visit to Terracotta Warriors. Considered one of the foremost archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, the 2,000-year-old Terracotta Army was discovered by accident in 1974 by local farmers digging a well. The 8,000-plus life-sized warriors are arranged in vaults to guard the Mausoleum of Qin Shihuang, the first emperor of China, a major architect of the Great Wall and unifier of China. Then you will visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shihuang which was constructed over 38 years, from 246 to 208 BC, and is situated underneath a 76-meter-tall tomb mound shaped like a truncated pyramid. In the afternoon, you will visit the 1300 year old Tang Dynasty constructed Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a perfect example of the multi-eaved square brick pagodas built in ancient China. Then you will visit Xian Museum which boasts nearly 130,000 relics that all relate to the history of Ancient China and Xian specifically. Your last stop will be the Great Mosque and Muslim Quarter. Being the starting point of the Silk Road, the ancient trade route linking China with the Middle East and Europe, Xian is deeply influenced by Islamic culture which is best observed in the Muslim Quarter. Xian Muslim Quarter covers several blocks with an estimated 60,000 Muslims in the region. There are about seven ancient mosques in the area, among which the Great Mosque is the most famous and popular among all. At Xian's Muslim Quarter you will find a seemingly endless labyrinth of street food, restaurants and bustling local life.

Meals Included: Western buffet breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian or similar

Day 3 Daci'en Temple & Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Shaanxi History Museum, Xian City Wall, Forest of Stone Steles
Morning visit to Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Daci'en Temple. Constructed in 652 AD, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda stands at an impressive 64 meters tall and from the top it offers a great panoramic view over Xian. Daci'en Temple was built in 648 AD by Crown Prince Li Zhi who later became Emperor Gaozong in honour of his mother, Empress Wende for her kindness and grace. Then you will visit Shaanxi History Museum which houses over 370,000 items, including murals, paintings, pottery, coins, as well as bronze, gold, and silver objects. In the afternoon you will visit Xian City Wall, one of the oldest and best-preserved city walls in the world. Walking atop the Wall you can get the panorama of Xian skyline. Later, you will visit Forest of Stone Steles Museum which was originally built in 1078 on the site of former Confucian Temple for the preservation of Confucian Classics. This museum now houses 3,000 steles displaying works of calligraphy, painting and historical records. It is a splendid treasury of Chinese art and history.

Meals Included: Western buffet breakfast at hotel
Hotels: 4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian or similar

Day 4 Day Trip to Mount Huashan
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Mount Huashan for an two hour ride by a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle. Mount Huashan has long been regarded as the most precipitous mountain in China, edged with sheer granite rock face, rugged cliffs and deep valleys. Its pathway is also one of the most treacherous, winding its way two thousand feet high to a narrow ledge on the rock face. Mount Huashan is one of the five Taoist sacred mountains of China. It is a place steeped in legend, where the very rocks are engraved with tales and poems from its long history; where gods are said to have performed magic, where emperors have worshiped and sacrificed; and where forefathers of Taoism have set down their religious legacies. Mount Huashan is both naturally and culturally a vital national inheritance to China and the world. Upon arrival, you will take the cable car to approach the North Peak at an elevation of about 1,614 meters (5,298 feet). You will hike southward from the North Peak and pass through the Ear-Touching Cliff and Canglongling (Black Dragon Ridge) - one of the most famous steep paths on Mt. Huashan. If you are energetic enough, you may also consider hiking up to East Peak, South Peak or West Peak. Then  you will return to the North Peak to get down the mountain by cable car.

Meals Included: Western buffet breakfast at hotel
Hotels: 4-star Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel Xian or similar

Day 5 Departure from Xian, Transfer to Xian Airport or Train Stations
Private transfer (without guide) to Xian airport or railway stations for your departure flight/train. Wish you a pleasant journey and thank you for traveling with GoGrandChina.

Meals Included: Western buffet breakfast at hotel