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Xian, one of the 4 Great Ancient Capitals of China, is easily recognizable through the 3 World Heritage sites we have selected for you to visit. 4 Days in...

Code of Tour: CDT0000091188

Length of Travel: 4 Day

Destinations of Tour: Xian

Departure City: Xian

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Type of Tour: Private

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Xian, one of the 4 Great Ancient Capitals of China, is easily recognizable through the 3 World Heritage sites we have selected for you to visit.

4 Days in Xi’an’s Muslim Quarter: Unravel Ancient Secrets

Overview

• Day 1: Upon arrival in Xi’an, experience the ancient charm of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (大雁塔) and enjoy the dynamic beauty of the square fountain.
• Day 2: Explore the Terracotta Army (兵马俑) and the Huaqing Palace (华清池), touching the thick veins of history.
• Day 3: Dive deep into the Muslim Quarter (回民街) to immerse yourself in the daily life and then climb the Xi’an City Wall (西安城墙) to overlook the integration of the ancient and modern city.
• Day 4: Enter the Shaanxi History Museum (陕西历史博物馆), trace history among the vast number of cultural relics, and finally embark on the journey back home with full of wonderful memories.

Highlights

Gastronomic Feast

Historical Sites

• Terracotta Army: Located on Qinling North Road, Lintong District, it is magnificent and showcases the might and majesty of the Qin Empire.
• Giant Wild Goose Pagoda: Situated inside the Dacien Temple, Yanta District, it is solemn and carries the glory of Buddhist culture in the Tang Dynasty.
• Huaqing Palace: Located at No. 38, Huaqing Road, Lintong District, it is full of romantic charm due to the love story between Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty and Yang Guifei.
• Xi’an City Wall: Located at No. 2, Nanda Street, Beilin District, it is grand and has witnessed countless historical changes.
• Shaanxi History Museum: Situated at No. 91, Xiaozhai East Road, Yanta District, it has a rich collection, just like a three – dimensional long scroll of history, leading you to appreciate the historical features of different periods.

Cultural Experiences

• Xi’an Great Mosque: Located at No. 30, Huajue Lane, Lianhu District, its unique architectural style and devout religious atmosphere allow you to deeply understand the religious beliefs and cultural customs of the Hui people.
• Antique Teahouses: They are everywhere in the Muslim Quarter and other places. Order a steaming cup of eight – treasure tea, chat with the locals, and feel the leisurely and cozy slow life of Xi’an people.

Itinerary Arrangement

Day 1: Arrival in Xi’an – Encountering Ancient Charm and Prosperity

• Morning: When you arrive at Xi’an Xianyang International Airport or Xi’an Railway Station, the attentive pick – up service of the pre – booked hotel is already waiting. After checking in, take a short rest to relieve the fatigue of the journey and start this wonderful ancient capital tour with full energy.

• Noon: Go to a characteristic restaurant near the hotel and taste the authentic biangbiang noodles. The noodles, as wide as a belt, are paired with carefully simmered rich sauces and spicy and exciting oil – splashed chili peppers. Each bite is full of the unique charm of Shaanxi noodles, allowing you to instantly appreciate the profound heritage of Shaanxi cuisine culture.

• Afternoon: Head to the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (大雁塔). This ancient and solemn Buddhist building of the Tang Dynasty becomes more solemn under the carving of time. Enter the Dacien Temple and listen to the legendary story of Monk Xuanzang’s journey to the West to obtain Buddhist scriptures. It seems like traveling through time and having an intimate conversation with history. Subsequently, stop at the North Square of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda to watch the stunning music fountain show. With the passionate music rhythm, the water columns rise and fall, dance gracefully, and the lights and shadows interweave, creating a dream – like scene and bringing you a double – feast of vision and hearing.

• Evening: Come to a restaurant near the Shaanxi History Museum, taste the local specialties, and let your taste buds roam freely in the ocean of food. After dinner, stroll around the streets and alleys, feel the tranquility and peace of the ancient capital at night, and make full preparations for exploring the Shaanxi History Museum the next day.

Day 2: Exploring Historical Wonders – Heading for a Gastronomic Feast

• Morning: After breakfast, take a convenient tourist special line to the world – famous Terracotta Army Museum (兵马俑博物馆). This is a bright pearl in the world archaeological history. Step inside, and the magnificent terracotta army formation comes into view, as if you can see the mighty power of the Qin army when they swept across the six states. During the visit, it is highly recommended to hire a professional guide or rent an intelligent interpretation device to deeply understand the rich historical and cultural values behind the terracotta warriors, allowing each terracotta figure to tell you that magnificent history.

• Noon: In a farmhouse near the Terracotta Army scenic area, taste the authentic rural cuisine. A plate of refreshing oil – splashed chili peppers, a portion of sour and spicy cold noodles, and a bowl of steaming rural saozi noodles. Each bite is full of the rich flavor of Guanzhong and makes you feel the strong rural atmosphere.

• Afternoon: Go to the Huaqing Palace (华清池). This former imperial hot spring bath has been covered with a mysterious veil due to the romantic love story between Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty and Yang Guifei. Walk in the Tang Imperial Hot Spring Ruins and feel the luxury and nobility of the ancient imperial family. Visit the Site of the Xi’an Incident, review that important moment that changed the historical process of China, and let the sense of historical heaviness arise spontaneously in your heart.

• Evening: Finally, arrive at the long – awaited Muslim Quarter (回民街), and a grand food journey begins. The streets are ablaze with lights, and the dazzling array of delicious foods is dazzling. First, have a bowl of steaming, chewy bread soaked in tender and juicy lamb soup, feeling the rich flavor of Guanzhong. Then, taste the sizzling, tender and juicy roasted lamb kebabs, with each bite full of rich cumin aroma. There are also soft and sweet zeng cake, smooth and chewy hemp – sauce cold noodles, sweet and delicious persimmon cakes and other various special snacks. Each bite can make you deeply fall in love with this city.

Day 3: Diving Deep into the Muslim Quarter – Touching the Pulse of the Ancient City

• Morning: Enter the Muslim Quarter (回民街) again and feel the unique daily life atmosphere in the early morning. Find an antique teahouse, order a cup of authentic eight – treasure tea, slowly savor the sweetness and mellow taste of the tea, and watch the people coming and going on the streets and alleys, experiencing the leisurely and cozy life of Xi’an people. Subsequently, enter the Xi’an Great Mosque (西安大清真寺), appreciate the unique architecture that combines Chinese – style architecture with Islamic cultural characteristics, listen to the chanting of the imam, deeply understand the religious beliefs and cultural customs of the Hui people, and feel the peace and piety.

• Noon: In an old – fashioned restaurant in the Muslim Quarter, order a portion of mutton in broth or pork in broth. The tender mutton is paired with fresh soup and crispy cakes. Take a bite of meat and a sip of soup, allowing the rich local flavor to bloom on the tip of your tongue.

• Afternoon: Head to the Xi’an City Wall (西安城墙). This is the largest and most complete ancient city wall in China, winding around the city like a giant dragon. Rent a bicycle and slowly ride along the city wall. The gentle breeze blows on your face, and you can overlook the prosperity and tranquility inside and outside the city wall, feeling the historical vicissitudes and modern vitality of this ancient city.

• Evening: Have dinner in a restaurant near the city wall, taste the local specialties. After dinner, go to the Bell and Drum Tower Square, and admire the Bell and Drum Towers, which look particularly simple and elegant under the illumination of lights, as if traveling back to the ancient Chang’an.

Day 4: Exploring the Treasure House of History – A Complete Return Journey

• Morning: After breakfast, go to the Shanxi History Museum, known as the “Pearl of the Ancient Capital, Treasure House of China” (陕西历史博物馆). The museum has a rich collection, from stone tools in ancient times to exquisite cultural relics of the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties, and then to calligraphy and paintings and porcelain of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Each exhibit carries the memory of history and witnesses the changes of the times. Since there are many visitors to the Shaanxi History Museum, be sure to book tickets in advance on the official website or regular tourism platforms to avoid delaying the itinerary.

• Noon: Have a meal in a restaurant near the museum, taste specialties such as roujiamo (Chinese hamburger) and Qishan saozi noodles, and let the food draw a perfect end to this trip.

• Afternoon: According to the return transportation time, have free activities or pack your luggage, and end this pleasant tour of the Xi’an Muslim Quarter with full of wonderful memories.

Cost Instructions

• Transportation Costs: Due to different departure places, the transportation costs for round – trips to Xi’an will fluctuate. If you choose to travel by air, the air ticket price will vary greatly according to the season, holidays, and the time of booking. If you choose to travel by train, the price is relatively stable, and you can choose different train numbers and seat classes according to your personal needs and budget.
• Accommodation Costs: There is a wide variety of accommodation options in Xi’an, ranging from affordable express hotels to high – end luxury star – rated hotels. The hotels near the Muslim Quarter have a superior geographical location and convenient transportation, but the prices are relatively high. The hotels in other urban areas are more cost – effective, and the general accommodation cost per night ranges from 200 to 800 yuan.
• Catering Costs: The food in the Muslim Quarter is not only diverse in variety but also affordable. The per – capita consumption of a meal is about 30 – 80 yuan. When dining in other restaurants, the consumption will vary according to the grade of the dishes and the positioning of the restaurant.
• Ticket Costs: The ticket for the Terracotta Army Museum is about 120 yuan, the ticket for the Huaqing Palace is about 120 yuan, the ticket for the Xi’an City Wall is 54 yuan, the basic exhibition hall of the Shaanxi History Museum is free, but you need to make an appointment in advance, the ticket for the Treasures Hall is 30 yuan, and the ticket for the Xi’an Great Mosque is 25 yuan.
• Guide Costs: If you hire a professional guide to accompany and explain throughout the day, the cost is about 200 – 500 yuan. Of course, you can also choose to rent an interpretation device or use a mobile APP for self – guided interpretation, and you can also gain rich historical and cultural knowledge.

Precautions

• Respect Local Customs: The Muslim Quarter is a residential area of the Hui people. Be sure to respect the local religious beliefs and customs. When entering the mosque, dress appropriately, keep quiet, do not make loud noises, and abide by the regulations in the mosque.
• Pay Attention to Food Hygiene: There are a wide variety of snacks in the Muslim Quarter. While enjoying the delicious food, pay attention to choosing regular and hygienic shops to avoid eating unclean food, which may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and affect the mood and experience of the trip.
• Book Tickets in Advance: Popular scenic spots such as the Terracotta Army Museum and the Shaanxi History Museum have a large number of visitors. Be sure to book tickets in advance on the official website or regular tourism platforms to avoid being unable to visit due to sold – out tickets and delaying the itinerary.
• Do a Good Job in Sun Protection and Moisturization: The climate in Xi’an is relatively dry, and the ultraviolet rays are strong, especially in summer. When traveling, be sure to do a good job in sun protection and moisturization, and carry items such as sunglasses, sunscreen, and sun hats to protect your skin.
• Reasonably Arrange Time: The distances between the scenic spots are relatively far, and the traffic conditions are also relatively complex. Therefore, plan your travel time reasonably, check the traffic routes and the opening hours of the scenic spots in advance, and reserve enough time to go to the next scenic spot to avoid being in a hurry due to time constraints.
• Take Good Care of Personal Belongings: During the trip, the places are crowded, especially in crowded places such as the Muslim Quarter and the scenic areas. Be sure to pay attention to taking good care of your personal belongings to avoid loss or theft and ensure the safety and smooth progress of the trip.

  Service Included:

  • Admission fees for all of the sightseeing spots listed in the itinerary;
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary;
  • Hotels as listed in the itinerary;
  • Private English-speaking tour guide;
  • Private vehicle for transfers & sightseeing with skilled driver;
  • Service charge & government taxes;
  • Luggage transfers between airports and hotels;
  • Domestic train tickets of soft sleeper.

  Service Excluded:

  • Any arrival and departure international airfares or train tickets;
  • Chinese visa fees;
  • Excess baggage charged by Airlines;
  • Single room supplement;
  • Tips to guides and drivers;
  • Personal expenses and gratuities to service staff;
  • Personal travel accident insurance;
  • All optional programs.
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