Discover China’s top imperial highlights in 5 days on a fully private tailor-made tour. Explore Beijing’s iconic Great Wall, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, then take high-speed rail to Xi’an to visit the world-famous Terracotta Army. Enjoy private car transfers, professional local guides and downtown high-end hotels with zero forced shopping.
Upscale hotel in Qianmen / Wangfujing / Chongwenmen downtown area, near subway stations.
Private air-conditioned vehicle + experienced local driver.
All meals on your own. Recommended local food: Peking duck, Zhajiangmian, Yaoji Fried Liver, traditional Beijing snacks.
Your guide will wait in the lobby; exact time confirmed one day in advance. Pick-up time may be adjusted earlier during peak travel seasons.
A UNESCO World Heritage imperial worship site built in 1420, designed under the ancient "Round Heaven, Square Earth" layout.
Meals self-arranged, plenty of local restaurants nearby. Enjoy one free traditional handmade activity:
Royal garden sitting on Beijing’s central axis. Climb Wanchun Pavilion for full panoramic bird’s-eye view of the Forbidden City.
Accommodation: Downtown Beijing high-end hotel
Transport: Private air-conditioned tour car
Meals: All self-catered
Tips: Real-name reservation required for the Forbidden City; wear comfortable walking shoes; no flash photography inside exhibition halls.
Mutianyu is 73km from central Beijing, a well-preserved Ming Great Wall section supervised by General Qi Jiguang.
Known as the most beautiful Great Wall segment, a UNESCO World Heritage site:
Self-arranged local farm meals near the scenic spot.
Private transfer to Beijing West Station, then 4.5-hour bullet train ride to Xi’an North Station. Witness North China plain and Yellow River scenery along the route.
Local driver & guide pick you up at the train station and transfer to downtown hotel.
Accommodation: Upscale hotel near Xi’an Bell Tower / Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Transport: Private car (Beijing) + high-speed train + private car (Xi’an)
Tips: Bring light windproof jacket; carry ID card for train check-in; arrive railway station 1 hour early.
Guide meets you in lobby, pick-up time confirmed one day ahead.
3,000-year royal hot spring palace, famous for Tang Emperor Xuanzong & Yang Guifei’s love story, also the site of the Xi’an Incident.
Taste authentic Shaanxi food: Biangbiang noodles, Roujiamo, cold Liangpi.
The Eighth Wonder of the World, unearthed 8,000 life-sized Qin warrior statues, including 3 main pits and exquisite bronze chariot relics.
Immersive Tang-style cultural block rebuilt on ancient Chang’an City ruins, featuring traditional street shows, light shows and cultural shops. The night view is highly recommended.
Accommodation: Downtown Xi’an high-end hotel
Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Tips: Two scenic spots are only 10km apart with no backtracking; avoid touching cultural relics inside the museum.
Tang Dynasty Buddhist temple built in 648 AD, where Monk Xuanzang translated ancient Indian scriptures. The 7-story Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is a UNESCO Silk Road World Heritage landmark.
After self-arranged lunch, private driver transfers you to Xi’an Airport or railway station according to your travel schedule, marking the end of your private tour.