Silu Porters designs a 5-day in-depth National Day tour for you, from the Terracotta Warriors to Mount Hua, from Famen Temple to Hanzhong. Experience Shaanxi's rich history, culture, and natural beauty up close.
7-Day Xi'an Itinerary for National Day: Silk Road Muleteer's Curated Route
With a 7-day National Day holiday, how can you explore Xi'an and its surroundings in-depth within just 5 days?Silk Road PortersBased on years of tour-leading experience, we've designed this 5-day itinerary that balances iconic sights with in-depth exploration—perfect for family trips and group getaways.
Day 1: East Line Classic — Terracotta Warriors & Huaqing Palace
Depart at 7 AM to avoid peak crowds. Visit the Terracotta Army Museum in the morning (guide recommended) and tour Huaqing Palace and Lishan Mountain in the afternoon.Silk Road PortersTip: Pit No. 1 of the Terracotta Warriors is the most spectacular; start your tour there. For Chang'an Song, a performance at Huaqing Palace, tickets must be purchased in advance.
Day 2: City Culture — Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Great Tang All Day Mall
Visit the Shaanxi History Museum in the morning (advance reservation required; we recommend selecting the 9 session), tour the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Daci'en Temple in the afternoon, and stroll through the Grand Tang Mall at night to experience the culture of the prosperous Tang Dynasty.Silk Road PortersRecommended: Don't miss the "不倒翁 Girl" and "Tang Dynasty Mystery Box" interactive performances at Grand Tang Mall.
Day 3: Ancient City Charm — City Wall, Hui Muslim Quarter, Bell and Drum Towers
Ride on the Xi'an City Wall in the morning (recommended entry via the South Gate), enjoy local cuisine at Huimin Street for lunch, and visit the Bell and Drum Towers and Stele Forest Museum in the afternoon.Silk Road PortersFood recommendations: Lao Sun's Paomo, Jia San Soup Dumplings, and Sheng Zhiwang Sesame Paste Liangpi.
Day 4: Western Route Culture — Famen Temple & Qianling
Visit Fufeng法门寺 to see the Buddha's relic and Tang Dynasty underground palace artifacts. In the afternoon, tour Qianling (the joint mausoleum of Empress Wu Zetian and Emperor Gaozong).Silk Road PortersTip: Famen Temple is about 120 km from Xi'an. We recommend hiring a private car or joining a tour.Silk Road PortersOne-day tour of the western route.
Day 5: Natural Wonder — One-Day Huashan Tour
Challenge Mount Hua, one of China's Five Great Mountains, and experience its reputation as "the most extraordinary and perilous mountain under heaven."Silk Road PortersTip: Choose the ascent via Xifeng and descent via Beifeng cable car to save energy while visiting key attractions. During the National Day holiday, Mount Hua is crowded; purchase cable car tickets in advance.
Silk Road PortersEnjoy a National Day-exclusive 5-day itinerary in Shaanxi with dedicated pick-up and drop-off, professional guides, ticket reservations, and accommodation arrangements. Experience a stress-free, immersive journey in small groups—no shopping, just pure exploration.