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Discover Xi'an's rich history visiting the Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the Ancient City Wall, and the Great Mosque on a full-day tour.
This full-day guided tour offers an in-depth exploration of Xi'an's most celebrated historical and cultural landmarks beyond the Terracotta Army. The experience begins with a visit to the Shaanxi History Museum, providing a comprehensive overview of the region's imperial heritage and its historic role as the gateway to the Silk Road. The tour continues to the iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a seven-story Tang Dynasty square pyramid that stands as an enduring symbol of the ancient capital.
Next, guests explore the Ancient City Wall of Xi'an, one of the oldest and best-preserved Chinese city fortifications, featuring monumental dimensions expanded during the Ming Dynasty. The final stop takes visitors to the Great Mosque, one of China’s major Islamic sanctuaries, renowned for its harmonious synthesis of traditional Chinese architectural pavilions and courtyard layouts with Muslim heritage.
Including a lunch stop and flexibility to visit the Shaanxi Archaeology Museum if primary museum tickets are unavailable, this tour delivers a complete, well-rounded cultural journey through Xi'an's past.
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Additional Information
● Please provide full details of your accommodation at the time of booking. It is very important to note that it is the sole obligation and responsibility of the passenger, if no communication has been received from the local provider, to contact the local number provided on the voucher one day before the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Please be at the pick-up point 15 minutes before the tour starts
● Pick-up and drop-off are included only for hotels located within the 2nd Ring Road area. Transfers from hotels outside this area are not included unless expressly confirmed by the local operator. Additional charges may apply
● Admission to the Shaanxi History Museum is subject to ticket availability. If tickets are unavailable, the visit will be replaced with a visit to the Shaanxi Archaeology Museum
● The tour involves walking between historical and cultural attractions. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended
● Some attractions may involve steps, uneven surfaces, or extended periods of walking. Visitors with mobility requirements should contact the local operator in advance to confirm accessibility
● The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions, attraction opening hours, ticket availability, or local operating requirements
● A Chinese-style lunch is included. Please inform the local operator in advance of any dietary requirements and confirm whether special meals can be arranged. Drinking is NOT included, but water in the meal. Vegetarian or gluten free food could be accommodated
Inclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off within the 2nd Ring Road area
✔ Admission tickets to Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi'an City Wall, and Great Mosque
✔ Chinese style lunch and water
✔ Professional English-speaking tour guide
✔ Private air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off from other areas
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other unspecified service
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
Hotels within the 2nd ring road in Xi'an