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9-Day In-Depth Han and Tang Tour · Including Qianling Tomb and the Entire Hanzhong Route
9 days / 8 nights · Xi'an / Hanzhong / Luoyang

9-Day In-Depth Han and Tang Tour · Including Qianling Tomb and the Entire Hanzhong Route

Xi'an / Hanzhong / Luoyang · 9 days 8 nights · Moderate

Reference Price

$1,340Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–10 people
IntensityMedium
Best seasonApr–Jun, Sep–Nov
Traffichigh-speed rail + tour bus
AccommodationFour-star hotel 8 nights
Departure MonthApril to June, September to November
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Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

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Three days in Xi'an including Qianling, two days in Hanzhong including the Wuhou Tomb in Mian County, three days in Luoyang including Yanshi.

Day-by-day itinerary9 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Arrive in Xi'an · Terracotta Army

    DestinationFrom various locations → Xi'an

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Xi'an Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailArrive in Xi'an from various locations, private transfer from the airport/station to the hotel, free activity in the afternoon.
    Thirteen dynasties ancient capital, the city wall is complete and can be cycled around, the Terracotta Army and Shaanxi History Museum are the two most recommended stops for first-time visitors to China.
    Terracotta Army
    Meals: Roujiamo, persimmon cakes, cold noodles on Muslim Street; for a quieter meal, go to Yongxingfang.

  2. DestinationXi'an city center

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Xi'an Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailShaanxi History Museum
    Daci'en Temple Giant Wild Goose
    Pagoda dining: Hui Street paomo, persimmon cakes, cold noodles; If you want a quiet meal, go to Yongxingfang.

  3. DestinationXi'an → Hanzhong

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Xi'an Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Hanzhong
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailTerracotta Warriors
    Xi'an
    City Wall Dine: Hui Street paomo, persimmon cakes, cold noodles; If you want a quiet meal, go to Yongxingfang.
    In the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus to Hanzhong and stay overnight in Hanzhong.

  4. DestinationHanzhong urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Hanzhong Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailHanzhong City Museum (Ancient Hantai): The site of Liu Bang's palace in Hanzhong. Inside the museum, the Shimen Thirteen Styles is a treasured piece in the history of calligraphy.
    Bai Jiang Altar: The site where Liu Bang appointed Han Xin as a general, featuring two earthen platforms and inscriptions.
    Dining: Hanzhong hot noodles, vegetable tofu, and soured noodle soup.
    Tips: The Qinling Mountains have a humid climate, so always carry rain gear; the Shimen plank road has steps, so if you have knee problems, you can just visit the museum.

  5. DestinationHanzhong → Luoyang

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Hanzhong Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Luoyang
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailShimen Plank Road: The most dangerous section on the Bao-Xie Road; now a trail has been built to walk along the cliff wall.
    Zhuge Ancient Town and Dingjun Mountain: Located in Mian County; the Tomb of Marquis Wu and the Temple of Marquis Wu are here, the Three Kingdoms route can be added.
    Meals: Hanzhong hot noodles, vegetable tofu, fermented noodle soup.
    Tip: The climate in the Qinling Mountains is humid, always carry rain gear; Shimen Plank Road has steps, if your knees are not good, you can just visit the museum.
    In the evening, take the high-speed train or tourist bus to Luoyang, overnight in Luoyang.

  6. DestinationLuoyang city center

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Luoyang Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailLongmen Grottoes: Carved during the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties, the Vairocana Buddha at Fengxian Temple is the most representative Tang dynasty statue.
    White Horse Temple: China's oldest temple, the first government-run temple after Buddhism was introduced to the Central Plains.
    Meals: Luoyang water feast, unflipped soup, and noodles.
    Tip: It is recommended to visit Longmen Grottoes in the morning, as the light slants onto the Buddha; During the peony blooming season in April, accommodation should be booked early.

  7. DestinationLuoyang city center

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Luoyang Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailErlitou Museum (Yanshi): Exhibits excavation results from the Xia Dynasty capital, about a 1-hour drive from downtown Luoyang.
    Han and Wei Luoyang Ancient City: The capital site from the Eastern Han to Northern Wei, with a large foundation for the Taiji Hall.
    Meals: Luoyang water banquet, unflipped soup, and noodles.
    Tip: It is recommended to visit Longmen Grottoes in the morning, as the light obliquely shines on the Buddha; During the peony blooming season in April, accommodation should be booked early.

  8. DestinationLuoyang → Xi'an

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Luoyang Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed Rail / Tourist Bus → Xi'an
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Stops
    Daily detailLongmen Grottoes: Carved during the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties, the Vairocana Buddha at Fengxian Temple is the most representative Tang dynasty statue.
    White Horse Temple: China's oldest ancient temple, the first official temple after Buddhism was introduced to the Central Plains.
    Meals: Luoyang water feast, unturned soup, and noodles.
    Tip: It is recommended to visit Longmen Grottoes in the morning, as the light slants over the Buddha; During the peony blooming season in April, accommodation should be booked early.
    In the evening, take a high-speed rail or tour bus to Xi'an, and stay overnight in Xi'an.

  9. DestinationXi'an → Airport/Station Drop-off

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Not included
    Transport
    Private vehicle for transfer to airport/station
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Stops
    Daily detailIn the morning, head to Xi'an, and after settling in, start the day's itinerary.
    Terracotta Warriors
    Xi'an City Wall
    Shaanxi History Museum
    Giant Wild Goose Pagoda of Daci'en Temple
    Meals: Baomo (stuffed bun) from Muslim Street, persimmon cakes, liangpi (cold noodles); if you want a quiet meal, go to Yongxingfang.
    Transfer to the airport or train station by private vehicle according to flight or train schedule, end of itinerary.
Key facts
Departure pointAssemble in Xi'an, disband in Luoyang
Number of people in a groupSmall group of 2-10 people
Recommended monthApr–Jun, Sep–Nov
AccommodationFour-star hotel 8 nights
TrafficHigh-speed Rail Tourist Bus
IntensityMedium

Route Overview

Main Line of the Han and Tang Prosperous Era: Hanyang Mausoleum in Xi'an and the Tang Ever-Bright City, the Baijiang Altar and Shimen Plank Road in Hanzhong, the Former Han and Wei City and Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang. Complete the origins of the terms "Han people" and "Tang people" in one trip.

The entire journey takes 9 days, following the route "Xi'an (Tang) → Hanzhong (Origin of Han) → Luoyang (Han and Wei)": Xi'an / Hanzhong / Luoyang. The pace is arranged as "one city, one segment," mainly using high-speed rail between cities, with flights for segments where travel exceeds 5 hours.

Destinations on this route

  • Xi'an: The ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, with intact city walls that can be cycled around; the Terracotta Warriors and Shaanxi History Museum are the top two must-visit sites for first-time visitors to China.
  • Hanzhong: One day for the Ancient Han Platform in the city + Baijiang Altar, and another day for Shimen Plank Road and the Wuhou Tomb in Mian County.
  • Luoyang: One day for Longmen Grottoes + White Horse Temple, one day for the Former Han and Wei City and museum, or add Erlitou in Yanshi.

Belonging Cultural Long Line

This route belongs to Tang Style and Han Charm ・ Chang'an Hanzhong China, and other durations of the same theme are also available for comparison.

Costs include

  • Accommodation listed in the itinerary (double occupancy)
  • First entrance tickets to the attractions specified in the itinerary
  • Ground transportation listed in the itinerary (high-speed rail / tour bus / scenic area sightseeing bus)
  • Full-time Chinese-speaking tour guide service
  • Daily breakfast, and meals specified in the itinerary
  • Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • Round-trip international airfare between the place of departure and China
  • Personal visa and document fees
  • Main meals and personal expenses not listed
  • Optional items (cable car, additional boat rides, performances, etc.)
  • Tips for guides and drivers (voluntary)
  • Single room supplement

Booking Reminder

After confirming the itinerary and dates, pay the deposit, and the remaining balance should be paid 15 days before the trip. Cancellation more than 30 days before departure will get a full refund of the deposit, 70% refund for 15-30 days, 50% refund for 7-15 days, and no refund within 7 days. Popular sites such as Mogao Caves and Sanxingdui require real-name reservation, please submit ID information at least 15 days in advance. For seniors over 70 and children under 12, please indicate in the remarks, and we will adjust the daily walking amount.