Experience the best of Chengdu and Xian in this 3-day tour, with a high-speed train journey and exploration of historical sites. See pandas in Chengdu and visit the Terracotta Warriors in Xian.
Chengdu - Xi’an by High Speed Train
Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi) - In the morning, our guide and driver will meet you in your hotel lobby and take you to the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. This base is renowned for its efforts in protecting and breeding the endangered giant pandas, which are native to China. It’s a must-see for most visitors to Chengdu, with pandas everywhere. You can watch them munching on bamboo, playing, and sleeping. Your guide will lead you through the expansive area, provide information about the pandas, and help you capture great photos.
Jinli Pedestrian Street - Jinli Old Street was once one of the oldest and busiest commercial streets in the Shu Kingdom. Here, tourists can experience typical elements of Chengdu’s lifestyle, such as tea houses, taverns, bars, local snacks, handcrafts, and local specialties.
Wuhou Memorial Temple - Wuhou Temple is dedicated to Zhuge Liang, the brilliant strategist of the Shu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms Period (220-280).
Xi’an - After the tour, you will be taken to Chengdu East Train Station for the G2212 (17:21-21:10) or a similar train to Xi’an. Upon arrival, a driver will meet you at Xi’an North Train Station and transfer you to your hotel in the Xi’an city area.
Tour in Xi’an
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses - Known as “the Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum showcases an impressive level of sculpture. Located 30 km east of Xi’an City, the site was discovered by four local farmers while drilling a well in 1974. It has since become one of China’s most important attractions and the top site in Xi’an. The museum includes Pit 1 (the largest), Pit 2, Pit 3, and the exhibition hall of the chariots and horses.
Xi’an City Wall (Chengqiang) - The Xi’an Ancient City Wall is the most well-preserved and largest city wall in China, built for military defense during the Ming Dynasty about 650 years ago. You can optionally ride a bike on the city wall.
Muslim Quarter - Walk through the underpass and reach Drum Tower Square in 5 minutes. The guide will share some basic facts about this old city and its must-see attractions along the way. Soon, you’ll arrive at the grand Drum Tower, which has stood for over 600 years. Behind it lies the bustling Muslim Quarter, always crowded from morning to night. The area is filled with various stalls and vendors with interesting hawking styles. Follow your guide through the crowds and learn the hidden stories behind the local snacks.
Xi’an Departure
Shaanxi History Museum - One of the largest and most famous museums in China, the Shaanxi History Museum houses cultural heritage artifacts unearthed in Shaanxi Province. Despite being a provincial museum, its collection is of national significance in both quantity and quality, as Xi’an served as the capital for more than 13 dynasties in ancient China. Follow your guide to explore the priceless exhibits and learn about China’s hidden history and splendid civilization (Shaanxi History Museum is closed on Mondays).
Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta) - The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a sacred site for worshiping Buddha. Originally built to store sutras and Buddha figures brought back from India by Xuanzang during the Tang Dynasty, the pagoda is now surrounded by a large garden where visitors can enjoy a pleasant walk.
Xi’an - After lunch, you will be escorted to the Xi’an train station or airport for your departure.
- Bottled water
- Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
- Lunch
- English speaking tour guide service
- Entrance tickets as listed in the itinerary
- Bullet train ticket from Chengdu to Xian (1st class/2nd class)
- Hotel
- Optional activities
- Gratuities
- Guide service on the train
In the past the transportation between Chengdu and Xian cost either lots of time by train or quite some money by flight. With the opening of bullet train, a time-and-money Chengdu Xian tour is available! This 3 days private Xian tour from Chengdu will show you the best things in Chengdu and Xian. On the first day you will see the lovely panda in Chengdu. On the 2nd & 3rd day you will visit Terracotta Warriors and other highlights sites in Xian. The only thing you need to do is to book the hotel you like in downtown area and offer the correct hotel information to us.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
- Offered pickup/drop-off service is available for hotels within 2nd ring road of Xian city. If your hotel beyond the range, please expect it might occur additional transfer fee accordingly.
- You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
