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Day 1 - Arrive in Beijing Welcome to China. Transfer to your hotel. Beijing, the capital of China both during the imperial era and today, has served as the country's sociopolitical heart since the 13th century. The city has survived the rise and fall of dynasties, incursions of colonial powers and world war. Its world-class historic monuments and fast-disappearing hutong—traditional alleyways that have been home to Beijing’s residents for hundreds of years—are must-sees for every visitor.
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Meals: D Day 2: Beijing Tiananmen Square, The Forbidden City, Chonghua Palace, Lunch at Houhai Lake, Hutongs, Peking Duck Start your first full day in the very heart of Beijing at Tiananmen Square. One of the largest urban squares in the world, Tiananmen Square is bustling with visitors, kite-flyers and vendors congregating in the absolute center of the Middle Kingdom.
From this vantage point, take in the past, present and future of China. The iconic portrait of Mao Zedong hangs from Tiananmen Gate, while his mausoleum lies on the opposite end of the Square. The Soviet Era Great Hall of the People lies in stark contrast to the National Center for the Performing Arts down the road, known as “The Egg” for its avant-garde, and controversial, dome-shaped structure. Explore the Forbidden City, the Ming and Qing Dynasty Imperial Palace. The biggest and best preserved cluster of buildings in China, this vast palace complex, once strictly out of bounds to the Chinese public, houses up to 800 buildings and reputedly 9000 chambers. Here, go on an exclusive tour of the Chonghua Palace, a private area of the Forbidden City not open to the general public, which served as the residence of Emperor Qianlong while he was prince.
You will also stop by one of the other highlights of the Forbidden City, the Qianlong Emperor’s extensive collection of timepieces in the Hall of Clocks. This hidden gem of the Imperial Palace is not frequently visited by tourists and holds the masterworks of famous clockmakers from around the world, dating from the 18th through 20th centuries. Having walked from one end of the Forbidden City to the other, sit down and relax at a lunch overlooking picturesque Houhai Lake. After lunch, jump into a pedi-cab for an exploration of the surrounding hutongs(literally, alleyways), a labyrinth of lanes that have served as home to Beijing’s residents for hundreds of years. Ride by the colonial-style mansion of Song Qingling, also known as Madame Sun Yat-sen, one of the most influential people in the development of modern China. Making your way along these alleyways, you will also have an opportunity to visit local traditional courtyard homes (siheyuan)and immerse in the traditional lifestyle of Old Beijing by trying your hand at traditional hobbies. Learn from a Chinese yo-yo master, or take part in other traditional Chinese activities. For dinner, head to “Ghost Street,” so called because its Mandarin name, gui jie, is pronounced the same way as the word for “ghost,” also gui. “Ghost Street” is lined with bustling eateries and red lanterns, offering a festive and lively nighttime atmosphere. Step into a renovated siheyuan at Hua Jia Yi Yuan, a popular restaurant serving modern Beijing cuisine. There, enjoy a Peking Duck dinner. Meals: B, L, D Day 3: Beijing Picnic Lunch, The Great Wall, Xiangtun Village You will be driven outside Beijing to visit the Great Wall. Guarding Beijing’s northwest, this part of the wall forms the major internal line of defense erected by the Ming Dynasty against Mongol invaders; hence its name, Longquanyu, or inner line wall. Here, the Great Wall snakes across mountaintops. Stubborn flowers, bushes and even small trees push up through fallen stones and crumbling mortar, as nature slowly reclaims the Wall.
Upon your arrival, enjoy a lovely picnic lunch at a tranquil farmhouse. Your walk starts in a village at the foot of the Wall called Xiangtun (Fragrant Village). A local villager will guide you on a short walk to the edge of a chestnut grove, sharing stories about village life in Xiangtun along the way. You’ll then hike uphill through terraced chestnut groves to a wild section of the Wall – a site not frequented by tourists and one that starkly reveals the isolation and loneliness of a border territory. Explore two or three of the watchtowers before hiking downhill to Longquanyu Village. Then make your way back to Xiangtun. After two days of exploring the historical sites in and around Beijing, you’ll have the opportunity to glimpse the new face of the city. In Sanlitun Village—claimed to be the “hippest” part of Beijing with its designer-brand stores and interesting architecture— enjoy a relaxing dinner at a modern Chinese restaurant. Meals: B, L, D
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Program starts in Beijing and ends in Shanghai. We are happy to assist you in pre- and post-trip travel arrangements. Please contact us for further information. Trip Expectations How strenuous is this trip?This journey is considered rigorous touring. The trip includes full days of activities,which start early in the morning and end in the evening. There will be several walks of up to 2-3 hours throughout the trip and a 30-45 min bike ride. Your journey includes one 5-6 hour drive from Lijiang to Shangri-La, by way of Tiger Leaping Gorge, on paved, winding roads. While in Shangri-La, you’ll reach heights of up to 3,200 meters (10,500 feet) above sea level. You will spend two and a half days in Lijiang at 2,400 meters (7,900 feet) above sea level before driving to Shangri-La, which allows some time to acclimatize to the increase in altitude. People respond to an increase in altitude differently, with responses including general discomfort, breathlessness, poor sleeping patterns or limited capacity for physical exertion. Please consult with your local travel clinic or physician for specifics about altitude sickness and your personal health. What kind of hotels are you staying in? Throughout your journey, you’ll stay in beautiful accommodations and boutique hotels that offer a chance to experience the unique flavor and character of the places you visit: Regent Hotel Beijing: Just a short stroll away from the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the bustling Wangfujiang shopping area, the Regent offers 5-star accommodations and amenities. Tang Paradise Hotel (Xi’an): A boutique hotel along Furong Lake with Tang Dynasty features. Banyan Tree Lijiang: A 5-star resort that blends elements of the local ethnic minority Naxi culture and modern amenities. Featuring individual villas, the Banyan Tree offers a relaxing environment to unwind after a long day of touring. Songstam Retreat (Shangri-La): A Tibetan-style boutique overlooking Shangri-La Old Town and near Songzanlin Monastery, featuring beautiful Tibetan furniture and artifacts. Langham Shanghai: A luxury boutique housed in a restored 1930s Art Deco building just steps away from Nanjing Road, one of Shanghai's most popular business and commercial areas. Opened in May 2009, the hotel features five-star amenities and services. What types of meals are included? During your journey, you’ll enjoy Chinese meals featuring local specialties, such as Peking Duck in Beijing, dumplings in Xi’an and a Shanghainese farewell dinner featuring sweet and sour spare ribs. In addition, you’ll enjoy a Western-style picnic lunch at a tranquil farmhouse near the Great Wall. While in Yunnan province, you’ll enjoy a number of meals featuring ethnic minority cuisine, including a dinner party in a Naxi ethnic minority home, which can include a good amount of rice and wheat, a variety of green vegetables and mushrooms, and pork. Tibetan cuisine includes a good amount of barley flour-based items, such as dumplings and noodles, as well as red meat, such as yak and mutton. While some of our meals may be somewhat different from that which many guests are accustomed to, we believe in offering the opportunity to experience this vital aspect of ethnic minority culture. WildChina provides ample bottled water, tea and snacks throughout the journey. Can we accommodate allergies and food preferences? Vegetarian options are provided at every meal. We request restaurant chefs to not add MSG to dishes; however, since many sauces and other ingredients may already contain MSG, some meals may contain small amounts of MSG. We request guests with severe allergies to consult their physicians prior to traveling and to bring all necessary medicines with them. Guests are highly encouraged to inform us ahead of time of specific allergies, such as to peanuts, fish, etc., so that our guides can ensure these items, including peanut oil, are not used in restaurant meals. What types of vehicles are used and how much driving is involved? What are the roads like? Throughout the tour, we’ll provide a private vehicle that is safe, comfortable and spacious and driven by experienced local drivers. In Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai, all roads are well-paved and of good quality. We mostly drive on well-paved roads in Yunnan; but to gain access to the Yi ethnic minority’s top shaman in a remote Yunnan village we travel by 4-WD SUVs on unpaved country roads. In addition to a number of 1.5-2 hour drives (e.g. from Beijing to the Great Wall, from the Terracotta Warriors to Xi’an, etc.), this journey includes one 5-6 hour drive from Lijiang to Shangri-La, by way of Tiger Leaping Gorge, on paved, winding roads. What do you need to carry ourselves? Is there luggage assistance? Luggage assistance is included for all parts of this journey. For all hikes, we recommend guests bring a small daypack to carry one bottle of water and personal items (e.g. camera, extra layer or two of clothing, parka, hat, sunglasses, extra pair of socks, sunscreen, etc.). We will supply additional water. What will the weather be like? For both our spring and late fall group journey departures, good, sunny weather can be expected, but Beijing and Shangri-La can get cold. We recommend guests to bring clothes for layering as our destinations experience a range of temperatures:
How do you get to the starting city? How do you return home? Both Beijing and Shanghai are major gateway cities, with direct flights to and from international cities throughout the world. Your journey ends after a ride on the fastest train in the world, the Maglev, to Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport. What if you would like to extend your stay in China? For guests interested in an even more comprehensive exploration of China’s treasures, day-long getaways to picturesque water towns near Shanghai, such as Xitang, Wuzhen, Suzhou or Hangzhou, offer a glimpse into life in once-flourishing Ming and Qing Dynasty trading towns. Three to five day journeys along the Silk Road, hiking and biking by limestone karst peaks in Guangxi province, or a cruise down the famous Yangtze River are great ways to extend your exploration even further. Please feel free to contact us for more information about arranging extensions to your journey. How do you get a visa? What kind of visa should you get? Nearly all foreign visitors to China will need a tourist visa. Travelers must apply for a tourist visa in person at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in their jurisdiction. If the traveler cannot go in person, someone else must visit the embassy on behalf of the traveler to submit the application; in some countries, this can include representatives from third party visa service companies, such as Zierer Visa Service (http://www.zvs.com/). Typically, it takes about 5-7 business days to process the visa. Please note that the requirements might change from time to time without notice and that the requirements may differ depending on nationality. Please visit your country’s Chinese Embassy website for visa forms and specific requirements for tourist visa applications. Visa applications should usually be submitted at least 60 days prior to departure. What inoculations should you get before visiting China? Please contact your local international travel clinic for information regarding inoculations and other relevant health-related information. You may also wish to refer to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which provides a comprehensive list of recommended immunizations prior to traveling in China: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/. Do you need travel insurance? We highly encourage travelers to purchase travel insurance, including coverage of trip cancellation through our partner: www.csatravelprotection.com. Our agent code is W8000402. About the Tour Leader Tour Leader: Bunny Liu A native of Beijing, Bunny graduated from Beijing’s Institute of Tourism with a degree in English and Tourism.
Day 10 : Shangri-La Songzanlin Monastery, Trinyi Community-Based Initiatives, Tibetan Dinner You will visit the Songzanlin Monastery in the morning, the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan, where you also add your prayer flags to the thousands of hung colored cloths embellished with Buddhist sutras. Songzanlin is often called “Little Potala” for its resemblance to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, the former home of the Dalai Lamas. Cap your visit with tea and a private audience with a lama in his chambers.
After lunch in Old Town, in the afternoon, drive to Trinyi Village to see the community-based programs initiated in 2001 by local villagers, in collaboration with the World Wildlife Federation (WWF). At the Community Center, enjoy an authentic traditional Tibetan dinner of savory yak-butter tea, stewed yak meat and yak cheese. This is followed by nightlife Tibetan-style: singing, dancing and drinking. Meals: B L, D Shanghai: Modern China (2 days) Shanghai, the heart of modern China and its financial center, was once merely a backwater fishing village. Its destiny changed forever when first the British, then later the French and Japanese, opened their concessions in the mid-1800s. Now, it’s undoubtedly China’s most dynamic and vibrant city, where new office towers and shopping centers rise every day. Beneath the façade, Shanghai still holds much of its colonial-era charm and magic. Highlights:
Day 11: Shangri-La to Shanghai via Kunming Viewing Deck, Huangpu River Cruise, Acrobatics Show This morning, fly to Shanghai via Kunming. After checking into the hotel and freshening up, drive across the river to Pudong, the new financial center of China. You’ll have the opportunity to visit one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world, the Shanghai World Financial Center. From the 94th floor viewing deck, take in the view of the contrasting skylines: the colonial buildings of Old Shanghai on the west side of the river, or the Bund, which you will visit next, and the modern skyscrapers on the east.
Before dinner, take a Huangpu River cruise with sweeping views of the Bund and Pudong skylines. Disembark on the other side of the river on the Bund, where the great foreign commercial houses and banks built their imposing office buildings in the first half of the 20th century. After dinner, be enthralled by the dexterity and precision of the Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe in their “Era Show,” heralded as one of the most exciting performances not-to-be-missed in China. Watch as these Cirque-du-Soleil-esque acrobats execute feats of flexibility and strength that are sure to astound. Meals: B, L, D Day 12: Shanghai Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center, Shanghai Museum, Xintiandi, French Concession, Yu Garden, Farewell Dinner This morning, visit a massive model of existing and planned buildings at the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center to get acquainted with Shanghai’s rapid development and aspirations for the future as it continues to develop its role as a major international metropolis. Then walk across the street to the Shanghai Museum. The museum’s architecture reflects its collection of ancient bronzes, as the actual structure is a giant Shang Dynasty ding, or ancient bronze vessel. A world-class institution, the Shanghai Museum houses a unique collection of artifacts dating from the imperial dynasties to the colonial era. While the highlights are its collection of bronze wares, ceramics, calligraphy and paintings, it also has excellent displays of coins and Chinese seals, or “chops.”
Next, enjoy lunch in Xintiandi. Heralded as “the place where yesterday meets tomorrow,” many Xintiandi buildings retain the antique walls, tiles, and exteriors of Old Shanghai's shikumen buildings, while the internal spaces showcase modern, creative design and decor. Xintiandi is a hip dining, retail and entertainment area filled with international-standard restaurants, boutiques, cafes, and bars. After lunch, step into Shanghai’s past on a walking tour of the French Concession. The tree-lined streets and colonial era houses of the French Concession rekindle memories of 1930’s Shanghai, or the “Paris of the East.” Go from the former French Concession to the Chinese Quarter of Shanghai’s colonial past and walk through the Yu Garden, the most celebrated Chinese garden in Shanghai, where each stone, pavilion and stream replicates the southern Chinese garden style made popular during the Qing and Ming dynasties. Return to the hotel to freshen up in the early evening. For the final night of your journey, enjoy a farewell dinner of local Shanghainese cuisine. Meals: B, L, D Day 13: Depart Shanghai After breakfast, you’ll take the fastest train in the world, the Maglev, to Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport, where your journey through China together comes to an end.
Yunnan: Ethnic & Natural China (5 days) Yunnan province, in China’s southwest, is famed for its spectacular natural beauty and cultural and bio-diversity. Its strategic location on the main trading routes from China to India and Burma resulted in a unique mixture of cultures, with 27 ethnic groups accounting for nearly 50% of the population. From the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang to the mythical, Tibetan land of “Shangri-La,” Yunnan offers an experience unlike anywhere else in China.
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Day 6: Xi’an to Lijiang via Kunming Lijiang Old Town This morning take a flight from Xi’an to Lijiang in southwest China’s Yunnan province, via the city of Kunming. From the imperial and ancient capitals of Beijing and Xi’an, you’ll venture to the frontiers of China, long considered a remote region hard for northern Chinese rulers to govern. Yunnan is known for its spectacular scenery ranging from verdant, low-lying valleys to stunning, white-capped mountains. The province’s diverse ethnic minority communities are also a highlight, as they are found in much greater numbers here than elsewhere in China: over 27 ethnic groups account for nearly 50% of the population. Yunnan therefore offers an experience unlike anywhere else in China.
Upon your arrival in the late afternoon, you’ll be directly driven to your hotel to check in. Situated at 2,400 meters (7,874 feet) above sea level, Lijiang is the ancient capital of the Naxi Kingdom. Also historically an important center of commerce and culture on the Silk Road trading route, the city is now a UNESCO World Heritage site dedicated to preserving ethnic Naxi culture. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy dinner on your own in the Banyan Tree resort – an award-winning hotel that combines elements of traditional Chinese design with the ultimate in modern amenities and service. Meals: B, L Day 7: Lijiang Puji Temple, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Naxi Family Dinner and Music Leave the hotel in the very early morning to visit the Puji Temple, a functioning Buddhist temple and monastery near Lijiang. From Puji Village, hike for 30 minutes uphill to Puji Temple. Here, take part in a prayer ceremony with local monks from the temple. Afterwards, summit the mountain (a 30 minute hike) and enjoy a bird’s-eye-view of the temple and neighboring village. Take in the tranquil setting with a refreshing meditation.
From the Puji Temple, drive to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Lijiang is synonymous with the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, best known for its gigantic dragon-like main peak and the southernmost glaciers in the northern hemisphere. Take the cable car up to 4,000 meters (around 13,100 feet), where a trail offers spectacular alpine landscape views. In the evening, you’ll be driven drive to the Naxi village of Bai Hua, where a dinner party in a courtyard home of a local Naxi family awaits you, featuring authentic Naxi cuisine and traditional Naxi music. Meals: B, L, D Day 8: Lijiang Yi Village, Yi Bimo, Hike in Wenhai Valley, Lijiang Old Town This morning, you’ll make your way from the largely Naxi culture in Lijiang to a Yi ethnic minority village. Meet one of the Yi minority’s most senior shamans, the Bimo in Xuehua, a 2-hour 4WD drive from Lijiang. Xuehua is a village of around 80 persons that remains very much secluded from the outside world and hence is a bastion of Yi culture. In the afternoon, you’ll embark on a short hike into Wenhai Valley, a glorious biotope of natural wonders, home to 15 rhododendron species and over 20% of China’s total bird species. Along the way, you’ll pass by the former residence of Joseph Rock, an Austrian-American who spent over two decades of the first half of the 20th century researching and documenting the flora and cultures of southwestern China. Then make your way back to Lijiang Old Town, where you wander the charming narrow streets. Past the waterwheel at the entrance of Old Town, you find yourself in a world of narrow cobblestone streets bordering canals lined with weeping willows and decorative arched bridges, linking one alley to the next. Lijiang is renowned throughout China for its harmony and the simple beauty of its wooden architecture. Enjoy a relaxing dinner at a restaurant overlooking Old Town. Meals: B, L, D Day 9: Lijiang to Shangri-La via Tiger Leaping Gorge First Bend of the Yangtze River, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Zhongdian (“Shangri-La”) Start your morning by driving north toward Zhongdian (“Shangri-La”). Your first stop on the way is the famous First Bend of the Yangtze River (known here as the Jin Sha River), where the longest river in China makes an impressive 180 degree turn.
Continue driving to Zhongdian (“Shangri-La”), arriving in the early afternoon. Zhongdian is a center of Tibetan culture. There is a large Buddhist monastery and extensive rangelands dotted with grazing yaks and ponies. Outdoor billiards tables, classical Tibetan and monastic architecture, and Chinese karaoke restaurants create a town of startling contrasts. Having recently proclaimed their city the “Shangri-La” of James Hilton’s Lost Horizon, the civic leaders of Zhongdian have a powerful desire to conserve its heritage. Since you are now at an elevation of 3,000 meters (9,843 feet) above sea level, the evening is free for you to relax, acclimatize and enjoy dinner on your own. Meals: B, L
Day 13 - Kumarakom Lake Resort to Backwaters Houseboat Cruise Late this morning, depart for an overnight “backwaters cruise” on a traditional and elegant houseboat, also known as Kettuvallam, or rice boats. This is of the most enchanting experiences Kerala has to offer. In the earlier days these boats carried rice bags. Today they are designed for guests and tastefully outfitted using local materials such as bamboo poles and mats, coconut fibre ropes, and local Indian carpets. You’ll spend the rest of today and tomorrow morning cruising by villages set in lush vegetation and glimpsing Kerala’s unique rural lifestyle. Each boat has comfortable rooms that are fully furnished with attached bathrooms, living rooms with panoramas, a kitchen, and an experienced cook to prepare authentic Kerala cuisine with seafood specialties and fresh vegetables. This is a fabulous way to enjoy and explore the fascinating beauty of Kerala’s backwaters!
Day 14 - To Cochin – The Queen of the Arabian Sea This morning, have breakfast on your houseboat and continue cruising through the backwaters of Vembanad Lake. Your coach is waiting for you and after saying good-bye to the wonderful houseboat staff, you’ll drive to Cochin, the commercial capital of Kerala and one of the most interesting cities in Southern India. A trading port since ancient Roman times, it was on the main trade route between Europe and China. Fort Cochin occupies the South promontory on the seaward side of the bay where Willingdon Island was created in the 1920s by dredging the bay to increase the depth of the entrance to the harbor. The rich history of Cochin is represented by such landmarks as a 16th century Dutch Mattancherry Palace and the Jewish synagogue in Mattancherry. Silhouettes of Chinese fishing nets, the perfect symbol of the eclectic charm of Cochin, dominate the timeless views along beautiful canals and the harbour. It is worth a visit at dusk to see the cantilevered fishing nets line the entrance to the mouth of the harbour.
Located near Fort Cochin and on Willingdon Island, the Brunton Boatyard Hotel combines modern facilities with a relaxed ambience. Nice rooms, a cheerful bar overlooking the beautiful landscaped gardens and swimming pool, and traditional Kerala cuisine. Day 15 - Cochin departure
Xi’an, Ancient China (2 days) Xi’an is considered the cradle of Chinese civilization, where China’s first emperor defeated regional warlords and united the country in 221 BC. The walled city and its narrow streets hearken back to a time when Xi'an served as a bustling center of cultural, religious and economic interactions between East and West at the eastern end of the ancient Silk Road trading route.
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Day 4: Beijing to Xi’an Taichi at the Temple of Heaven, Forest of Steles, Dumplings, Muslim Quarter Start off the day with an early morning private taichi lesson with a taichi master at the Temple of Heaven. Taichi is a popular Chinese martial art, practiced with slow motion routines, often for health benefits.
Your first visit is to the Forest of Steles, which is comprised of a series of gardens that contain China's largest, richest and earliest collections of Chinese ancient stone tablets used by famous calligraphers before the invention of paper.
Begin your visit with a private calligraphy lesson in one of the studios in the bustling painting and seal market just outside of the Forest. Your calligraphy master will then lead you to the Stele Forest, explaining the history and stories of these time-enduring tablets.
X’ian is considered the home of China’s dumpling tradition. For dinner, you’ll sit down to dumplings at Defachang, a famous and popular local dumpling restaurant in the Bell Tower neighborhood. Here sample dumplings with a wide variety of fillings, shapes and colors, each offering a unique flavor, name and story. While dumplings may be construed as a simple, basic food, dumplings here have become so popular and sophisticated that they are now considered as much a tasty morsel as a work of art. After dinner, go for a stroll with your guide in the Muslim Quarter, where the way of life is markedly different from the traditions of the Han Chinese. For over 1,300 years, since the Tang Dynasty (A.D. 618 - 907), Muslims have been an integral part of daily life in Xi'an, the beginning of the Silk Road. Meals: B, L, D Day 5: Xi’an Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Vegetarian Dinner Start your day by driving to Xi’an’s famous Terracotta Warriors Museum (1.5 hours drive). Created to guard the tomb of Qin Shihuangdi, the very first emperor to unite China, the Terracotta Warriors are regarded as one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in the 20th century. You’ll get closer to these life-sized warriors than regular guests through our exclusive access. After seeing these famous warriors and having lunch, make your way back to Xi’an city center.
Next take a 1 hour bicycle ride along Xi’an’s Ancient City Wall, the most complete city wall in all of China. The original foundation was based on the ruins of the Imperial City Wall of Chang’an City, the capital of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), known today as Xi’an. Though the wall has been entirely renovated, it still resonates with history as you pass by its broad ramparts. Dinner will be held at a popular vegetarian restaurant next to the Big Goose Pagoda Square. The pagoda, erected during the Tang Dynasty, reflects Xi’an’s importance as the center of Buddhist development in ancient China. The square is lively in the evenings when local residents come to socialize, dance and admire the fountain show. Meals: B, L, D
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