Four-day trip to Xi'an and Luoyang Ancient Cities

• Terracotta Warriors and Horses - Da Ci'en Temple - Big Wild Goose Pagoda - Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City
• 4+stars Hotel
• None

In the morning, we will pick you up from the hotel and drive about 40 kilometers to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses. These Terracotta Warriors were built by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. You will also have the opportunity to experience traditional culture by making a miniature pottery figurine.

After lunch, we will return to downtown Xi'an and visit the Da Ci'en Temple. This temple was a famous translation site for Buddhist scriptures during the Tang Dynasty. If you are interested in Big Wild Goose Pagoda, you can climb it (extra charge applies) for a great view of the city. Then you can also try on the Chinese traditional dress for free to experience the solemnity and elegance of ancient China.

As night falls, we will take you to Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City. This is a great place to enjoy the charming night view where you can reminisce the prosperity and splendor of the Tang Dynasty.

• Xi'an Museum - Small Wild Goose Pagoda - Ancient City Wall - High speed train to Luoyang
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

In the morning we will visit Xi'an History Museum and Small Wild Goose Pagoda learn learn about the profound historical and cultural heritage of Xi'an.

In the afternoon, we will go to the Ancient City Wall, which is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China. You can rent a bicycle (extra charge applies) for a leisurely ride on the ancient city wall and enjoy the panoramic view of Xi'an.

Then we will also take you to visit the bustling Muslim Quarter to taste the authentic local snacks and experience the different cultural atmosphere.

After the tour, take high-speed train to Luoyang(about 1.5 hours) . Your Luoyang tour guide will wait for you at the station and help you to transfer to the hotel.

• Shaolin Temple--Pagoda Forest-Shaolin Temple Wushu Training Center-Shaolin Kung Fu school
• 4+stars Hotel
• Breakfast

After breakfast, You will visit Shaolin Temple, the holy land of Chan and the cradle of Kung Fu.

Don't forget to visit the famous Pagoda Forest, the largest existing pagoda forest in China. In addition, you will enjoy a wonderful Kung Fu performance by Shaolin Monks at the Shaolin Temple Wushu Training Center.

Afterwards, you will head to one of the most popular Shaolin Kung Fu schools in Dengfeng to participate in a Kung Fu training program that will last for about 2 hours. A professional Kung Fu instructor will personally guide you and help you master some real Shaolin Kung Fu skills.

Tips

1. The Kung Fu training program can be customized to fit your schedule and interests.
2. Please bring your own sportswear, which is not provided by the Kung Fu school.

• Luoyang Museum--Longmen Grottoes-Highe speed train to Xi'an
• None
• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will start your day with a visit to Luoyang Museum. The "Special Treasure" is especially worth seeing for its collection of tri-colored glazed pottery from the Tang Dynasty and other fine bronzes.

After visiting the Luoyang Museum, it takes about a 20-minute drive to Longmen Grottoes, an iconic attraction in Luoyang that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit the main caves (such as Fengxian Temple, Guyang Cave, and the three Bingyang Caves) to admire the treasures of Chinese Buddhist art and sculptures.

After the tour, you will proceed to Luoyang Longmen Railway Station to take the high speed train to Xi'an (less than 2 hours).