Kunming - Xi’an (L)

Kunming Nanyao Railway Station - The driver will collect you from your hotel in Kunming and transfer you to the airport for a 2.5-hour flight to Xi’an.

Upon arrival, the tour guide will meet you at the exit of the arrival hall, holding a sign with your name.

You may also choose to conclude your tour in Xi’an, then
Day 1: Fly from Kunming to Beijing (overnight in Beijing)
Day 2: Fly from Beijing to Xi’an (overnight in Xi’an)
Day 3: Tour concludes in Xi’an

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses - Board your private air-conditioned vehicle and head directly to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. The tour guide will share related histories and stories along the way, and you are welcome to ask questions.

Begin with a visit to the renowned Terracotta Warriors Museum, often referred to as “the Eighth Wonder of the World.” The museum is divided into three sections: No.1 Pit, No.2 Pit, and No.3 Pit. The original site was discovered by four local farmers while drilling a well in 1974 and has since become Xi’an’s most significant attraction. Explore the museum and gain valuable insights from your tour guide.

Xi’an City Wall (Chengqiang) - After lunch, consider visiting the 600-year-old Xi’an City Wall. Ascend to the top of the ancient city wall and enjoy the views of the city below.

Muslim Quarter - Next, head to the Muslim Quarter, the center of the Muslim community in Xi’an City. Follow your tour guide to explore the Muslim food and souvenir market. You can try delicious local snacks at your own expense.

After the tour concludes, you will be transferred to your hotel in Xi’an.

Xi’an –Beijing (B, L)

Xi’an Xianyang International Airport - Check out of your hotel, and your driver will meet you in the lobby, holding a sign with your name, to transfer you to the airport for a 2-hour flight to Beijing.

Upon arrival, your tour guide will be waiting for you at the exit of the arrival hall with a sign displaying your name.

Mutianyu Great Wall - Board your private air-conditioned vehicle and head directly to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a 1.5-hour journey. The tour guide will share related histories and stories along the way, and you are welcome to ask questions.

Upon arrival, follow your tour guide to take the cable car or ski lift up to the Great Wall, marvel at the surrounding area, and hike up and down different towers. You can decide how long you wish to stay at the Great Wall.

Niaochao National Stadium - Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local village restaurant. Here, you will dine with the village residents and savor cuisine from Northeast China.

On the way back to the city, you will drive past the Olympic Park to catch a glimpse of the impressive modern stadiums built for the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics.

Bell and Drum Towers - Then proceed to the Drum and Bell Towers, ascend the Drum Tower to enjoy the drum performance, and take in the stunning view of the surrounding Hutong alleys. Then take a rickshaw ride along the hutongs to learn about the locals’ daily life and living conditions.

Nanluoguxiang - Take a leisurely stroll around the Shichahai area to Yandai Xie Street, Gulou East Street, and Nanluoguxiang Alley with your tour guide.

Yandai Xie Street - After the tour concludes, you will be transferred to your hotel in Beijing city.

Beijing City Highlights (B, L) - Kunming

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Meet a guide at your hotel in Beijing, then begin by exploring one of the world’s largest public areas, Tian’anmen Square.

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Enter through the south gate to the magnificent Forbidden City, a 250-acre (101-ha) complex of courtyards, palaces, pavilions, and gardens that served as the imperial palace for emperors and their households for over 500 years.

Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian) - Stroll around the courtyards and halls of the Forbidden City with your tour guide, and learn the histories and stories about this massive palace. You will visit these buildings inside the Forbidden City: Hall of Great Harmony, where the emperor handled state affairs, Hall of Central Harmony, and Hall of Complete Harmony.

Palace of Heavenly Purity - Then continue to explore the living quarters in the palace: Hall of Union, Hall of Heavenly Purity, and Hall of Earthly Tranquillity.

The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum - Your tour of the Forbidden City will end at the Imperial Garden, and you will exit the Forbidden City from the north gate.

Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Continue to the Summer Palace, a well-preserved royal garden renowned for its beautiful landscape and spectacular architecture, considered one of the most classical gardens in the world.

Hall of Benevolence and Longevity - Learn the stories about Empress Cixi with your tour guide here and check out her living quarters.

Long Corridor at the Summer Palace - Learn the stories about Empress Cixi with your tour guide here and check out her living quarters.

Qingyan Stone Boat - Then continue to the Marble Boat—a foreign-style superstructure intended to symbolize the stability of the Qing Dynasty.

After the tour concludes, you can choose to end your tour in Beijing or return to Kunming.

You may also choose to conclude your tour in Xi’an, then
Day 1: Fly from Kunming to Beijing (overnight in Beijing)
Day 2: Fly from Beijing to Xi’an (overnight in Xi’an)
Day 3: Tour concludes in Xi’an

• Xi’an Overnight 5 Star accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin share
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Plane Tickets (economy class)
• Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan down at the Great Wall
• Lunch
• Breakfast
• Professional English speaking guide
• Entrance fee
• Beijing Overnight 4 Star accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin share
• Transport by private vehicle

• Gratuities

For those with limited time in China, make the most of every moment with this 3-day private tour of Xi’an and Beijing, starting from Kunming by plane. Dive deep into the UNESCO World Heritage site of The Terracotta Army. Ascend the Xi’an City Wall for breathtaking views of the city. Wander through the Muslim Quarter and savor their delightful snacks. Be amazed by Beijing’s stunning landmarks: the Great Wall at Mutianyu, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace. Appreciate Tian’anmen Square, explore the local Hutong alleys, and enjoy a genuine Chinese lunch. This private tour offers a flexible itinerary, allowing you to travel and discover at your own pace and style. The tour includes plane tickets, entrance fees, lunch, overnight accommodation, an English-speaking tour guide, and a private vehicle. You can choose to conclude your tour in Beijing, Xi’an, or return to Kunming.

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.