Great Mountain and Xi'an Highlights
This tour combines Xi'an's famous Terracotta Warriors and other essential attractions with a one-day visit to Mt Hua, one of China's most notable and thrilling mountains.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Test your courage at the narrow plank of Mt Hua, Taoism's sacred mountain
Journeying to the awe-inspiring Mount Hua, visitors are greeted by breathtaking vistas, treacherous cliffs, and ancient temples nestled amid lush forests.
Admire the world wonder of the Terracotta Army
Unveil some secrets of the Terracotta Army. See the life-size warriors at the site, get to know how ancient craftsmen made them.
Cycle on the Ancient City Wall to hear history's echo
Renting a bike and cycling along the wall, see the city from above and enjoy panoramic views of Xian City.
Explore Chinese Buddhism and ancient architecture at Small Wild Goose Pagoda
The pagoda is renowned for its ancient architecture and tranquil surroundings. Visitors can ring the bell for blessings at the pagoda.
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Jerry was an outstanding guide for the beautiful city and state.
Jerry was an outstanding guide in Xi'an. He was exceptionally knowledgeable about the city and the culture, friendly and suggested a lot of extra shows and other activities that we enjoyed tremendously. He was always punctual and available and gave us his contact information if we had any concerns or issues during evening hours. He also provided us with much appreciated guidance in regards to restaurants to eat dinners and other evening activities which we could do. His suggestions in regards to dinners and our independent evening activities were superb and budget friendly. He was exceptionally thoughtful, funny, entertaining, and we became fast friends. We were very comfortable with Jerry and discussed our families, upbringings, and differences in culture. We invited Jerry to visit us in America which would be a great honor for us to host him and his family. We strongly recommend Jerry as a guide to anybody who would like to know more about Chinese culture in Xi'an. more
Sep 2024, Alex
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Memories of Xian
Our experience of the city was particularly enhanced by the services of Jerry, which we were lucky to have as the guide of ChinaHighlights. He is not only a knowledgeable professional but an interesting person to talk with about present day life in China. more
Sep 2024, Mary mimoso
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The best guide for a beautiful city and a state.
Jerry was an outstanding guide in Xi'an. He was exceptionally knowledgeable about the city and the culture, friendly and suggested a lot of extra shows and other activities that we enjoyed tremendously. He was always punctual and available and gave us his contact information if we had any concerns or issues during evening hours. He also provided us with much appreciated guidance in regards to restaurants to eat dinners and other evening activities which we could do. His suggestions in regards to dinners and our independent evening activities were superb and budget friendly.He was exceptionally thoughtful, funny, entertaining, and we became fast friends. We were very comfortable with Jerry and discussed our families, upbringings, and differences in culture. more
Sep 2024, Katsan34TA
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Suggested Itinerary
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests and schedule.
You will be met by your tour guide at the airport and transferred to your hotel by a private car and driver. Your guide will be happy to give you a general introduction to the ancient city.
Hotel options:
4-star: Grand Noble Hotel Xi'an (superior class)
5-star: Wyndham Grand Xi'an South (superior room)
After one hour's drive from the city center, you will arrive at the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Discovered accidentally in 1974, the repairs and excavations still continue in the three pits, where over 7,000 soldiers, horses, chariots, and archers stand in full battle array. There is also a circular-screen short film that describes its historical background and how it was discovered.
In the afternoon, visit the ancient city wall that has been guarding the inner city for 600 years. Biking along the wall provides a good view of the city.
After about 2½ hours' drive from the city, you will arrive at Mt Hua, which is one of the Five Great Mountains in China, and was once called the West Mountain in ancient times. It is known for being one of the most precipitous mountains in China, and a variety of temples and other religious structures nestle on its ridges and peaks.
The mountain has five summits: South Peak, which is 2,160.5 meters above sea level, East Peak, which is the best place for watching a sunrise, West Peak or Lotus Flower Peak, North Peak, and Middle Peak.
We will arrange a round-trip cable car for you to get up and down the mountain, and enjoy the scenery along the way. Walking on the cliffside narrow plank at South Peak is a challenge for thrill seekers.
About the Cable Car on Mount Hua
The cable car on North Peak is 1,550 meters long while the one on West Peak is 4,211 meters in length. We recommend that people suffering from acrophobia do not take the cable car.
The Small Goose Pagoda was built during the Tang Dynasty and stands at 43 meters tall. The pagoda is part of the Jianfu Temple complex and is known for its intricate architecture. You will have chance to ring the bell for blessings and good luck.
Nearby, the Xi'an Museum showcases Xi'an's rich history. The museum's collections include items from various dynasties, such as pottery, calligraphy, paintings, and sculptures.
As this tour of Xi'an comes to an end, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. Your tour guide will accompany you from the check-in desk to the security gate before waving goodbye.
Trekking Route Suggestion
Mount Hua trekking route mapTwo-Hour Trek
If you prefer to have a taste of riskiness on the mountain, take the cable car up to the North Peak, then trekking to Canglongling ridge is a good choice. Then you can choose to take a cable car down the mountain from either North or West Peak.
One-Day Trek
We recommend that customers take the cable car up to North Peak and trek across the ridge. Then trek to East, Middle, and South peaks before descending the mountain by cable car from West Peak. It takes about four hours in total to trek across all the peaks.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Tour Price
Price includes: