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Day 1 Arrive Xi’an, Greet & Meet at Airport/Train Station, Transfer to Hotel
Destination: Xi’an
Meals included: Dinner at Halal restaurant
Accommodations: 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.
Day 2 Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi’an Museum, Great Mosque, Muslim Quarter
Destination: Xi’an
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at Halal restaurants
Salat prayer: Xian Great Mosque
Accommodations: 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. Next, delve into Xi’an’s history at the Xi’an Museum, brimming with nearly 130,000 relics. After lunch, 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.
Day 3 Terracotta Warriors, Emperor Qin’s Mausoleum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City
Destination: Xi’an
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at Halal restaurants
Accommodations: Mercure Xi ‘an Downtown or similar
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. Next, admire the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, a massive burial mound built over 38 years. In the afternoon, head back to Xi’an and marvel at the towering Big Wild Goose Pagoda (outside view), a 1300-year-old wonder. Finally, 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.
Day 4 Bullet Train to Pingyao, Pingyao Ancient Town
Destination: Xi’an & Pingyao
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at Halal restaurants
Accommodations: Hanruicheng Hotel Pingyao or similar
Catch a bullet train from Xi’an to Pingyao, a scenic 3-hour ride. Immerse yourself in Pingyao’s rich history starting with the Rishengchang Exchange House, China’s first draft bank, founded in 1823. Explore its courtyards and learn about the early financial system. Next door, unleash your inner warrior at the Armed Escort Museum. Continue to the County Government Office, a fascinating complex featuring a prison, courtroom, and even a garden! Witness a reenactment of a Qing Dynasty court case, if available. End the day with a climb up the magnificent Pingyao City Wall, built in 1370. Ascend the stairs by the South Gate and soak in panoramic views of the City Tower, Confucius Temple, and City God Temple.
Day 5 Wang’s Family Compound, Bullet Train to Xi’an
Destination: Pingyao & Xi’an
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch at Halal restaurants
Accommodations: Mercure Xi ‘an Downtown or similar
Step back in time at the Wang’s Family Compound, a sprawling Ming Dynasty masterpiece built over a century. Explore its 123 courtyards and 1,118 houses, showcasing exquisite Ming and Qing architecture with intricate latticework, windows, and partition walls. Take a bullet train back to Xi’an (approximately 3 hours).
Day 6 Depart Xi’an
Meals included: Breakfast at hotel
Transfer to the airport/train station (without guide). Wish you a pleasant journey and thank you for traveling with IslamiChina.