Meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. A short central-city walk is possible if you arrive early. The first day remains flexible around your inbound flight or train, with time to settle in.
6-Day Xian, Luoyang & Shaolin Temple Tour
Xian - Luoyang - Shaolin Temple - Luoyang
Private planning around your dates and interestsHistoric capitals, cave carvings and Shaolin culture
Follow two historic capitals and the cultural landscapes between them. Two Xian nights allow a focused Terracotta Army day before the rail journey to Luoyang. Three nights in Luoyang provide separate days for Longmen Grottoes and the Shaolin area, with a comfortable departure from the same base. Compare this itinerary with our wider collection of China tours.
6 days / 5 nights Itinerary at a Glance
- Duration
- 6 days / 5 nights
- Route
- Xian - Luoyang - Shaolin Temple - Luoyang
- Long-distance travel
- Confirmed daytime rail connections and private transfers
- Tour format
- Customizable private tour
Trip Highlights Code: CN-19-06
- See the Terracotta Army without a rushed onward transfer.
- Connect Xian and Luoyang by a confirmed train.
- Visit Longmen Grottoes on a dedicated sightseeing day.
- Keep the Shaolin excursion separate from the grottoes.
Plan with Confidence: Clear inclusions, confirmed travel arrangements and a personalized itinerary before booking.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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6-Day Xian, Luoyang & Shaolin Temple Tour
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Make a guided visit to the Terracotta Army with time in the principal display areas. Return to Xian after lunch and explore a selected historic neighborhood if energy permits. The evening is free for your own dining preferences.
Enjoy a suitable City Wall or old-town visit before a confirmed train to Luoyang, depending on departure time. Transfer to your hotel and keep the evening light. Major Luoyang attractions are reserved for the following full days.
Visit Longmen Grottoes with a guide and choose a walking route suited to your interests and comfort. The cliffside carvings deserve time rather than a brief photo stop. Add a city museum or old-street visit only if opening and energy allow.
Travel to the Dengfeng area for Shaolin Temple and the Pagoda Forest, using a practical route through the visitor areas. Any public martial-arts demonstration depends on the current program. Return to Luoyang for the final night.
Transfer to Luoyang’s airport or the agreed railway station. If you are leaving from Zhengzhou, a different transfer must be arranged with enough time. The final day is kept clear of distant sightseeing.
Private Tour Reference Prices
Estimated starting prices in USD per adult for the full 6-day / 5-night itinerary, sharing twin or double rooms.
2 adults traveling togetherUSD 1,490from / person
4 adults traveling togetherUSD 1,090from / person
6 adults traveling togetherUSD 990from / person
Headline price basis: Four adults traveling together, using two twin or double rooms. City stays use comfortable 4-star hotels; village and remote stays use selected local guesthouses or boutique accommodation. The Accommodation tab shows the overnight bases.
Transport included in the estimate: Xian–Luoyang second-class rail and private transfers to Longmen and the Shaolin area.
For this route: Terracotta Army, the base City Wall visit, Longmen and Shaolin admission are budgeted. Private martial-arts lessons, cycling and optional shows are extra.
Single-room supplement: From USD 250 per person for the full itinerary, added to the applicable twin-sharing group price. Solo private tours, odd-numbered groups and children receive a separate quote.
Dates and confirmation: These are planning estimates for standard-season travel, excluding Chinese public holidays, peak summer dates and major local festivals. Hotel and transport availability, room upgrades and itinerary changes can affect the price. Your dated quotation confirms the final total and inclusions before booking.
Get a Quote for My DatesTypical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Xian
2 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteLuoyang
3 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quote
2 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteLuoyang
3 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quote
✓ Price Includes
- The reference price budgets for the following services; your dated quotation confirms the final arrangements
- 5 nights in twin or double rooms: comfortable 4-star city hotels and selected local boutique or guesthouse stays; cruise cabin where specified
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Private arrival, departure and sightseeing transfers on the base itinerary
- English-speaking local guides on scheduled sightseeing days; no full-time escort on independent leisure or rail/flight sectors
- Standard admission and mandatory scenic transport for the base sightseeing program, as specified in Prices
- Xian–Luoyang second-class rail and private transfers to Longmen and the Shaolin area.
⊘ Price Excludes
- International flights and transport to the first city or from the final city; domestic flights except any allowance expressly listed in Prices
- Lunches, dinners and drinks except the meals specifically included above
- Optional activities, alternative excursions and upgrades identified in the route-specific price notes
- Single-room supplements, extra nights, upgraded rooms and changes to the base itinerary
- Personal travel insurance, entry-document costs, personal purchases and discretionary gratuities
Who Is This Tour For?
This route suits travelers interested in heritage & ancient cities who want 6 days to explore Xian, Luoyang, Shaolin Temple, Luoyang.
Hotel standard, walking pace and optional experiences are agreed before confirmation. Share your priorities so the final route remains practical for your group.
Travel Tips for This Itinerary
- Expect steps and outdoor walking at Longmen and the Shaolin area.
- Museum visits depend on opening days and available reservations.
- A demonstration is not the same as a private martial-arts lesson.
- Review our guide to China high-speed train travel before any rail sector.
- Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
- Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
- Daily hotel breakfast is included in the estimate. Other meals are included only where specified under Prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we take a kung fu class?
A private class is a separate request requiring a suitable instructor and additional time. It is not included in the standard temple visit.
Why not see Longmen and Shaolin on the same day?
Separate days allow a more comfortable pace and avoid shortening both visits to fit a long cross-area transfer.
How many nights does this itinerary include?
The published 6-day route includes 5 overnight stays. The Accommodation tab lists the actual bases and night counts. Extra arrival or departure nights can be quoted separately.
What does the starting price mean?
The estimated starting price is USD 1,090 per person for four adults traveling together and sharing twin or double rooms in standard season. The Prices tab also shows estimates for two and six adults, the single-room supplement and route-specific inclusions. Send your dates for a confirmed quotation.
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