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Arrival in Xi’an
Your personal guide will greet you at the airport or station and provide a comfortable transfer to your downtown hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the unique blend of ancient heritage and modern energy that defines this historic city.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
Xi’an Airport
Xi’an Railway Station
Xi’an Terracotta Army Museum
Your guide will meet you at the hotel for the one-hour drive to the Terracotta Army Museum. Explore the three main excavation pits, where thousands of life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots have stood guard for over 2,200 years. Learn how these remarkable figures were discovered by local farmers in 1974 and how they reflect the power of China’s first emperor.
Join a local artisan to create your own miniature terracotta warrior using traditional techniques. Your handmade souvenir will be dried and packaged for you to take home—a unique memory of Xi’an that also supports local cultural heritage.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, built to house Buddhist scriptures brought from India. Then explore the vibrant Great Tang All Day Mall, where Tang dynasty-style architecture, cultural performances, and local snacks create an immersive historical experience. You may even choose to rent traditional costumes for photos.
Your guide will then return you to the hotel or you may choose to extend your time exploring independently.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
Xi‘an Terracotta Army Museum
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Xi’an City Wall Exploration & Flight to Zhangjiajie
Begin your day with a visit to City Wall Park, where locals gather to practice tai chi, sing opera, and enjoy leisurely conversation—a perfect glimpse into daily life in Xi’an. Then, ascend the 14-kilometer Ming-era City Wall, the oldest and best-preserved of its kind in China. Walk or cycle along its broad ramparts, enjoying views where ancient history and the modern city meet.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant Muslim Quarter, a historic lane filled with food stalls offering local specialties like yangrou paomo (crumbled flatbread in lamb stew) and biang biang noodles. Discover traditional crafts like sugar-figure blowing, and visit the serene Great Mosque—a unique blend of Chinese garden design and Islamic architecture.
Your guide will escort you to the airport for your flight to Zhangjiajie. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel near the scenic area, ready for tomorrow’s adventures.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
City Wall
Great Mosque
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Exploration
Your guide will provide pre-booked combo tickets for seamless access. Ride the world’s highest outdoor elevator—Bailong Elevator—up a 300-meter cliff face in just 88 seconds. At the summit, explore Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, home to the iconic Hallelujah Mountain (Qiankun Pillar), the real-world inspiration for the floating peaks in Avatar.
Travel by eco-friendly shuttle to Yangjiajie, where you may encounter troops of monkeys and admire the Natural Great Wall—a series of stone peaks winding through lush forests. Continue to Tianzi Mountain, known as the “Peak Forest Kingdom.” From Helong Park, enjoy panoramic views of the famed Imperial Brush Peak and surrounding karst formations.
After descending by cable car, your guide will escort you back to the hotel to rest after a day of unforgettable sights and adventures.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
Bailong Elevator
Zhangjiajie Tianzi Mountain
Grand Canyon Thrills & Riverside Serenity
Explore the scenic Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, once home to dinosaurs and later a Taoist monastic site. Follow trails past clear streams and waterfalls before experiencing the Yuntiandu Glass Bridge—the world’s highest and longest glass-bottom bridge—offering panoramic canyon views from a thrilling perspective.
Enjoy a guided hike along the Golden Whip Stream, renowned as one of the world’s most beautiful valleys. Follow a relatively flat section of the trail from Shuirao Simen, passing highlights like the iconic Lovers Peak—a pair of embracing rock formations—amid birdsong and lush vegetation.
After the tour, your guide will escort you back to your hotel to rest and reflect on a day of natural wonders.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon & Glass Bridge
Golden Whip Stream
From Avatar Peaks to Guilin Karst
After an early breakfast, your guide and driver will escort you to the station for your 7-hour high-speed train journey to Guilin.
Upon arrival, your local Guilin guide will greet you and provide a transfer to your downtown hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free for you to relax or begin exploring. Your guide can recommend popular local restaurants if you wish to experience Guilin’s culinary scene.
Settle in and rest after your travels—tomorrow brings the scenic beauty of the Li River and Yangshuo countryside.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
Guilin Railway Station
Guilin Beer Fish
Guilin to Yangshuo: Li River Scenic Cruise
Embark on a scenic cruise along the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo. Admire the clear green waters, bamboo-lined banks, and iconic karst hills—including the famous Yellow Cloth Shoal, depicted on China’s 20 Yuan note. A simple boxed lunch is served onboard as you glide through this breathtaking landscape.
Upon arrival in Yangshuo, choose between a cycling tour along peaceful country lanes or a private car tour through the idyllic countryside. Enjoy views of rolling hills, farmland, and local villages at your own pace.
On the return drive to Guilin, stop at Xianggong Hill for panoramic views of the Li River at sunset—an ideal photo opportunity. Your guide will share stories about the hill’s name and local legends before you continue to your Guilin hotel.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Accommodation: Hotels will be arranged according to demand
Elephant Trunk Hill
Li River
Guilin City Tour & Departure
Explore the mesmerizing Reed Flute Cave, a natural limestone gallery illuminated by colorful lights. Admire formations like Lion Rock and Sunrise, and discover the whimsical Flower and Fruit Mountain from Journey to the West. Then, visit the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, shaped like an elephant drinking from the Li River. Explore the Water Moon Cave with its ancient carvings and climb to the Ming-era Puxian Pagoda for serene river views.
Your guide will escort you to Guilin Airport or railway station for your departure. We wish you a smooth journey home and look forward to welcoming you back for future adventures. Should you have further travel plans, our team remains at your service.
Meals: Customized to your needs
Fee Description
Private Tour
Tour Type: Private tour with an English-speaking guide, flexible and customizable
Transportation: Air-conditioned private car with an experienced driver
Hotels: 5-star luxury or 4-star comfortable hotels, open to your choice
Meals: Customized to your needs
