9-Day Beijing, Shanxi and Xi'an Chinese Millennium History and Culture Tour from Beijing, ends in Xi'an
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Beijing (Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Qianmen Street, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square), Xi'an (Chang Hen Ge (Everlasting Regret) Performance, Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City, Huaqing Hot Spring, Muslim Street, Shaanxi History Museum, Terracotta Warrior, Xi'an Ancient City Wall), Daixian (Yanmen Pass), Datong (Hanging Temple, Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, Yungang Grottoes), Linfen (Hukou Waterfall, Little West Heaven (Xiaoxitian)), Pingyao (Pingyao Ancient City, Qiao Family Compound).
- Explore Beijing's iconic landmarks: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Mutianyu Great Wall
- Discover ancient cave art at Yungang Grottoes and the breathtaking Hanging Temple in Shanxi
- Walk the historic streets of Pingyao Ancient City and visit the Qiao Family Compound
- Stand in awe of the Terracotta Army and enjoy the poignant Chang Hen Ge performance at Huaqing Pool
- Experience the thundering Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River and the vibrant Tang Paradise in Xi'an
Dates & Prices
Price in USD (per person, based on double occupancy)
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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only). 2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
Itinerary
Arrive at Beijing airport, transfer to hotel, free time for rest.
After breakfast, visit Tiananmen Square (30 min), Forbidden City (3 hours deep tour), Temple of Heaven (1 hour), and Qianmen Street (1 hour).
Beijing, CN
With more than 20 million people, China's capital is one of the most populated cities in the world. Beijing is an incredibly ancient city, and its stylized architecture, opulent gardens, and more have made it a popular tourism locale.
Tiananmen Square
The 4th largest city square in the world, Tiananmen Square is a large, open area, surrounded on all sides by important national buildings: the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the National Museum of China, and the Great Hall of the People.
Forbidden City
For 500 years, the Forbidden City was the palace of the Chinese emperors. It is divided into two sections, the Inner and Outer Courts. The Palace Museum houses many collections of traditional paintings, jade, and ceramics.
Temple of Heaven
This large complex of Daoist buildings was built in the early 15th-century under the rule of the Yongle Emperor. The main structures are the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and the Circular Mound Altar.
Qianmen Street
Qianmen Commercial Street is a historic and famous commercial district at the southern end of Beijing's central axis. It gathers many time-honored Chinese brands like Quanjude, blending traditional architecture with modern shops, full of old Beijing charm.
Morning drive to Mutianyu Great Wall (2 hours), visit Summer Palace (3 hours), then high-speed train from Beijing Qinghe Station to Datong (approx 2 hours). Overnight in Datong.
Beijing, CN
With more than 20 million people, China's capital is one of the most populated cities in the world. Beijing is an incredibly ancient city, and its stylized architecture, opulent gardens, and more have made it a popular tourism locale.
Mutianyu Great Wall
Built in the 6th century CE under the Northern Qi Dynasty, this is one of the oldest sections of the Great Wall of China near Beijing. It is located in a hilly, mountainous area covered in dense forests.
Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is a complex on the outskirts of Beijing, comprised of multiple palaces, gardens, and lakes. The first palace was built in the 12th century CE under the Jin Dynasty, and many subsequent emperors chose to build additions.
Visit Yungang Grottoes (2.5 hours), Hanging Temple (2 hours), and Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (1.5 hours). Overnight in Daixian.
Datong, CN
A prefecture-level city in northern Shanxi Province in China.The Yungang Grottoes are a collection of shallow caves located 16 km west of Datong.
Yungang Grottoes
Ancient Chinese Buddhist temple grottoes near the city of Datong in Shanxi province. The site is composed of 252 grottoes with more than 51,000 Buddha statues and statuettes. In 2001, it were made a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hanging Temple
A temple built into a cliff (75 m or 246 ft above the ground) near Mount Heng in Hunyuan County, Datong City, Shanxi province. Built more than 1,500 years ago, this temple is notable not only for its location on a sheer precipice but also because it is the only existing temple with the combination of three Chinese traditional religions: Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
The Yingxian Wooden Pagoda is the oldest and tallest existing wooden pagoda in China, standing for over a thousand years as a masterpiece of ancient architecture.
Visit Yanmen Pass (2 hours), Qiao Family Compound (2 hours), and Pingyao Ancient City (2 hours). Overnight in Pingyao.
Daixian, CN
Daixian is a county in Xinzhou, Shanxi, known for its rich history and ancient sites like the Bianjing Tower and Ashoka Pagoda.
Yanmen Pass
On behalf of the state military defense system in ancient times, roughly forming in the Warring States period, the Qin and Han Dynasty, developed in Wei, Jin, Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, complete in Ming and Qing, across three states eighteen counties, and the hundreds, formed a very rare in the world, around the grand.
Pingyao, CN
Pingyao, an ancient city in Shanxi, is a UNESCO World Heritage site with well-preserved Ming and Qing architecture and city walls, offering a glimpse into Jin merchant culture and imperial-era urban life.
Qiao Family Compound
The Qiao Family Compound is a representative example of Shanxi merchant architecture, featuring a strict layout and exquisite carvings that showcase the luxury and refinement of Qing-dynasty northern residences.
Pingyao Ancient City
An exceptionally well-preserved example of a traditional Han Chinese city, founded in the 14th century. In 1997, Pingyao Ancient City was included as a World Heritage site by UNESCO on the basis of Cultural Criteria and The New York Times listed it on The 41 Places to Go in 2011 for its beautiful traditional architectures.
Visit Little West Heaven (1.5 hours) and Hukou Waterfall (1.5 hours), then high-speed train from Linfen to Xi'an (approx 2 hours). Overnight in Xi'an.
Linfen, CN
Linfen, located in southwestern Shanxi Province, is one of the cradles of Chinese civilization. Known as the 'First Capital of Huaxia,' it boasts a rich history with cultural sites like the Yao Temple and the Hongdong Great Pagoda Tree.
Little West Heaven (Xiaoxitian)
Xiaoxitian is a Ming-dynasty Buddhist temple perched on a cliff in Xi County, Shanxi, renowned for its hanging sculptures, considered a masterpiece in Chinese sculpture history.
Hukou Waterfall
Hukou Waterfall is the largest yellow waterfall on the Yellow River, known for its thunderous roar and powerful flow, offering a dramatic encounter with nature's force.
Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum (2.5 hours), Huaqing Pool (4 hours including the 'Chang Hen Ge' show), watch the 'Everlasting Regret' performance. Overnight in Xi'an.
Xi'an, CN
With a recorded history dating back to before the tenth century BC, Xian is one of the oldest cities in both and the world. It is home to historic buildings, museums, tombs, monuments, national parks, and much more.
Terracotta Warrior
A collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. It is a form of funerary art buried with the emperor in 210-209 BCE and whose purpose was to protect the emperor in his afterlife.
Huaqing Hot Spring
Located at the northern foot of Mount Li, the Huaqing Hot Springs was historically reserved for emperors and their royal family. Today, visitors can experience the serenity of these natural hot pools and enjoy scenic views for themselves.
Chang Hen Ge (Everlasting Regret) Performance
The Everlasting Regret is a large-scale outdoor historical dance drama performed at Huaqing Palace in Xi'an, telling the love story of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Yuhuan with spectacular visuals.
Visit Shaanxi History Museum (1 hour), Xi'an City Wall (1.5 hours), Muslim Street (1.5 hours for food and shopping), and Tang Paradise at night. Overnight in Xi'an.
Xi'an, CN
With a recorded history dating back to before the tenth century BC, Xian is one of the oldest cities in both and the world. It is home to historic buildings, museums, tombs, monuments, national parks, and much more.
Shaanxi History Museum
The Shaanxi History Museum houses over 370,000 items including sculptures, murals, armor, pottery, coins, and other objects made of precious metals and stones like bronze, gold, and jade. Learn about China's history and dynasties by viewing artifacts from long ago.
Xi'an Ancient City Wall
The Xi'an Ancient City Wall is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China, originally built during the Ming Dynasty, encircling the city center and serving as a historic landmark of Xi'an.
Muslim Street
Muslim Street is a historically unique place to wander, shop and eat. All shops and restaurants in the street are operated by Muslims. Culturally fragrant and fantasticstalls inside the narrow alleys sell almost everything you can imagine. Enjoy a taste of
Muslim street food, a very tasty and inexpensive gourmet discovery which includes the locals' favorite: Roasted beef, roasted fish, and pancakes.
Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City
Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City is located between the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Paradise, full of Tang stylistic elements. Ever-bright City's Central Axis View Avenue is a 1,500-meter central and sculptured pedestrian street that runs from the north and south. It is surrounded by nine groups of themed groups such as the emperor, historical figures, heroic stories, and classic works of art, offering three-dimensional representations of the Tang Dynasty's supremacy in the fields of religion, art, science and technology and to highlight the great country.
Transfer to Xi'an airport for departure. End of tour.
Departure & Return
Complimentary Transfer Service
(Available only on designated group departure and end dates)
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Free Pick‑up: Arrivals between 07:00 - 24:00
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Free Drop‑off: Departures between 07:00 - 24:00
For shared group transfers, guests with close arrival times will be picked up together, with a waiting time of approximately 1.5 hours. If you prefer not to wait, please notify us at least 1 day in advance to arrange a private transfer at an additional cost.
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Additional Notes
- The Forbidden City implements a real-name ticketing system requiring the presentation of a second-generation ID card or passport. Adults and children must bring their original identification documents or passports upon entry. The latest visitor capacity restrictions for the Palace Museum and Tiananmen Square are as follows: the daily visitor limit is 30,000, with tickets available for purchase seven days in advance. In light of these stringent policies, our company will make every effort to secure tickets. However, with the comprehensive tightening of the reservation system and visitor limits, coupled with the arrival of the peak tourist season, we cannot guarantee ticket availability. Failure to secure a reservation will result in a ticket refund of $13 per person. In the event of a Monday closure, the itinerary for the Beijing day tour will be adjusted. Our agency will no longer accept complaints arising from failure to book a ticket for the Palace Museum. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused!
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Holiday Exclusions
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The above prices do not apply during Christmas and China’s Golden Week holidays (Spring Festival, Labor Day, National Day).
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Prices during these periods will be quoted per group on a case-by-case basis.
Child Price Policy
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Child price applies only when the child does not occupy an extra bed.
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Children under 1.3 meters in height:
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Do not include attraction tickets
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Do not include an extra bed
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Include half meal (half portion of standard meal)
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Booking and Reservation
All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
Booking and Reservation
All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
Travel Documents
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
46 days or more prior to departure - - 10% of total purchase amount.
30-45 days or more prior to departure - 30% of total purchase amount.
15-29 days or more prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
7-14 days prior to departure - 70% of total purchase amount.
Within 6 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
46 days or more prior to departure - - 10% of total purchase amount.
30-45 days or more prior to departure - 30% of total purchase amount.
15-29 days or more prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
7-14 days prior to departure - 70% of total purchase amount.
Within 6 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
Travel Insurance
Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
Tour Cancellation
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
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