7-Day Xi’an, شينينغ & the Rainbow Mountains

اليوم 1 Arrive Xi’an

الوجهة: شيآن
الوجبات مشمولة: Dinner at a halal restaurant
الإقامة: Mercure Xi ‘an Downtown or similar

Upon arrival at the airport/train station, your friendly Muslim expert guide will greet you and whisk you away in a private vehicle to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

اليوم 2 Xi’an City Highlights

الوجهة: شيآن
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال
صلاة السّلام: Xian Great Mosque
الإقامة: Mercure Xi ‘an Downtown or similar

Unwind the morning at the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a 1300-year-old Tang Dynasty marvel showcasing China’s traditional brick pagodas. التالي, delve into Xi’an’s history at the Xi’an Museum, brimming with nearly 130,000 relics. بعد الغداء, join the Salat prayer at the Great Mosque before exploring the vibrant Muslim Quarter. Lose yourself in its labyrinthine alleys overflowing with street food, restaurants, and the lively spirit of Xi’an’s 60,000-strong Muslim community.

اليوم 3 Bullet Train to Xining, Kumbum Monastery

الوجهة: شينينغ
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال
صلاة السّلام: Dongguan Mosque
الإقامة: Xining Grand Hotel or similar

Take a bullet train to Xining (تقريباً 3 ساعات). Situated in the Tibetan Plateau, Xining serves as the capital of Qinghai province and also the capital of Tibet’s Amdo region. As a historical hub on the Silk Road, Xining offers a unique blend of Tibetan, Han Chinese, and Muslim cultures. After lunch and prayer at Dongguan Mosque, visit the iconic Kumbum Monastery. تم بناؤها في 1560 AD, the Kumbum Monastery is among the six most renowned Buddhist Monasteries in Tibet. The term ‘Kumbum’ in Tibetan translates to a magnificent place that houses 100,000 Buddha. It was initially erected on the birthplace of Tsong Khapa, the founder of the Gelukpa Sect (Yellow Hat) of Tibetan Buddhism. Two of his disciples went on to become famous in the Buddhist world, one becoming Dalai Lama, the other the Panchen Lama.

اليوم 4 Qinghai Lake, Bullet Train to Zhangye

الوجهة: شينينغ, تشانغ يي
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & dinner at halal restaurant
الإقامة: Holiday Inn Express Zhangye or similar

Discover the majesty of Qinghai Lake, China’s largest inland saltwater lake, spanning an impressive 4,186 كيلومترات مربعة, roughly 6 times the size of Singapore. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of turquoise waters, snow-capped peaks, and lush grasslands. Take a bullet train to Zhangye (تقريباً 2 ساعات). Zhangye is home to the world-renowned Rainbow Mountains, where vibrant, multicolored rock formations create a surreal landscape. This natural wonder has captivated photographers and filmmakers alike, including Disney’s “Mulan.” It is believed that the Rainbow Mountains are one of the creations of Allah as mentioned in the holy Quran. Here is the verse of the Quran: “Do you not see that Allah sends down rain from the sky, and We produce thereby fruits of varying colors? And in the mountains are tracts, white and red of varying shades and [some] extremely black.”

اليوم 5 Zhangye Danxia Rainbow Mountains, Pingshan Grand Canyon

الوجهة: تشانغ يي
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال
صلاة السّلام: Zhangye Mosque
الإقامة: Holiday Inn Express Zhangye or similar

Begin the day with a visit to the breathtaking Rainbow Mountains. These iconic mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for their otherworldly hues resembling a rainbow-painted canvas across rolling hills. The ever-changing colors, a result of mineral deposits and shifting sunlight, create a mesmerizing spectacle. After lunch and prayer at the Zhangye Mosque, venture to the Pingshan Grand Canyon. This dramatic landscape, reminiscent of a smaller Grand Canyon in the USA, features deep, winding canyons and towering rock formations sculpted by millions of years of erosion.

اليوم 6 Bullet Train to Xi’an, Xi’an City Highlights

الوجهة: شيآن
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال
الإقامة: Mercure Xi ‘an Downtown or similar

Take a bullet train back to Xi’an (تقريباً 6 ساعات). Upon arrival, marvel at the towering Big Wild Goose Pagoda (outside view), a 1300-year-old wonder. التالي, immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of the Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City, a mesmerizing re-creation of ancient Xi’an, boasting bustling markets, enthralling performances, and stunning Tang-style architecture.

اليوم 7 محاربو التيراكوتا, Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum, City Wall, Depart Xi’an

الوجهة: شيآن
صلاة السّلام: Daxuexi Alley Mosque
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال

Start your day with a wonder of the world – the Terracotta Army! Discovered by accident in 1974, this 2,000-year-old army of over 8,000 life-sized warriors stands guard over the tomb of Qin Shihuang, China’s first emperor. See some replicas being made nearby and learn the secrets of these ancient figures. التالي, admire the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, a massive burial mound built over 38 years. Back to the city in the afternoon, take a stroll along Xi’an’s ancient City Wall, one of China’s most impressive fortifications.

A private transfer to the airport or train station will be provided for your departure. If you would like to extend your stay, please let us know and we would be delighted to assist you in customizing your itinerary. Have a wonderful trip!