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Twin Ancient Capitals: Xi'an & Luoyang 5D4N

Xi'an · Luoyang

Twin Ancient Capitals: Xi'an & Luoyang 5D4N

Two 13-dynasty capitals linked by a 1.5h bullet train: Qin-Tang grandeur in Xi'an, Northern Wei grottoes and China's first Buddhist temple in Luoyang. April peony season is the jackpot.

Signature

Duration

5 days / 4 nights

Group size

2–6 travelers

Activity level

Moderate

Pace

Moderate pace

Route

Xi'an → Luoyang

Best forHistory loversHanfu enthusiastsPhotographers

Highlights

  • Terracotta Army + 'Song of Everlasting Sorrow' show
  • Vairocana Buddha at Longmen Grottoes
  • White Horse Temple international halls
  • Hanfu night at Luoyi Ancient City
  • Shaanxi History Museum + Everbright City

Best time to visit

April for the peony festival (book 1 month ahead), or September-November.

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. D1

    Arrive Xi'an

    Bell & Drum Towers, Muslim Quarter, city wall sunset.

    Meals: D4-star hotel, South Gate/Bell Tower
  2. D2

    Terracotta Army & The Everlasting Sorrow

    Terracotta Army, Huaqing Palace, outdoor night show on Mount Li (Apr-Oct).

    Meals: L/DSame as the previous night
  3. D3

    Museum & Everbright City

    Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Everbright City night.

    Meals: L/DSame as the previous night
  4. D4

    Bullet Train to Luoyang

    Afternoon light on the Longmen Grottoes' great Buddha; Hanfu night in Luoyi Old Town.

    Meals: L/D4-star hotel, Luoyi Old Town/new district
  5. D5

    White Horse Temple · Departure

    China's first Buddhist temple; peony gardens in April, then departure.

    Meals: L—

What the route looks like across four seasons

Use these seasonal notes to choose the travel window that matches the scenery you want.

Luoyang peonies in April

Spring

Luoyang peony season

Every April the city blooms — peony gardens pair perfectly with the grottoes.

What’s included

  • Hand-picked hotels with daily breakfast
  • Private vehicle with driver
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Admission tickets to listed sights and experiences
  • Intercity rail/flight tickets as stated
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 local emergency support

Not included

  • International flights and visa fees
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Single-room supplement
  • Personal expenses and optional activities
  • Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
  • Hanfu rental & styling (about CNY150-300, optional)

Questions travelers ask

When is the best time to take this tour?+

April for the peony festival (book 1 month ahead), or September-November.

Is the Song of Everlasting Sorrow on year-round?+

It runs roughly April to October and cancels in rain (refundable); we confirm the season schedule before booking.