Xi¡¯an was one of
the world¡¯s richest and most important cities and is still one
of the most prosperous in China. With an extensive and rich
cultural history, having been the imperial capital for 11 dynasties,
its modern day fame extends from the world-renowned Terracotta
Army unearthed and displayed here.
Terracotta
Warriors
The Terra Cotta
Warriors and Horses are the most significant archeological
excavations of the 20th century. Work is ongoing at this site,
which is around 1.5 kilometers east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's
Mausoleum,
Lintong County, Shaanxi province. It is a sight not to be
missed by any visitor to China. Upon ascending the
throne at the age of 13 (in 246 BC), Qin Shi Huang, later
the first Emperor of all China,had work begun on
his mausoleum. It took 11 years to finish. It is speculated
that many buried treasures and sacrificial objects had accompanied
the emperor in his after life. A group of peasants uncovered
some pottery while digging
for a well nearby the royal tomb in 1974. It caught the attention
of archeologists immediately. They came to
Xian in droves to study and to extend the digs. They had established
beyond doubt that these artifacts were
associated with the Qin Dynasty (211 --206 BC).Life size terracotta
figures of warriors and horses arranged
in battle formations are the star features at the museum.
They are replicas of what the imperial guard
should look like in those days of pomp and vigor.
Upon arrival, meet the local
guide in railway station transfer back to hotel have breakfast,
visit Terra-cotta Warriors and House, Lunch, visit Huaqing
Pool, Wild Goose Pagoda, dinner, Stay at Xian Diamond
Hotel.
Day 10: Xian/Beijing
Visit The Ancient City Wall,
Big Mosque and have a walk around at the mosque area,
lunch, Drum Tower Street, dinner, take the train Z20(
19:23 - 06:53) back to Beijing, stay at train overnight.
Day 11: Beijing
Arrive in Beijing around 6am
in the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the
free time in the morning. Lunch is not provided. Farewell
Dinner with the Certificate Presentation in the evening,.
Accommodation
Participants will
stay at either 3 or 4 Star hotels depending on the location
of the activities taking place during your visit in China. Standard
rooms have one double or twin beds, air-conditioning, en suite
shower/bath room and satellite television. Some hotels offer
facilities such as choice of restaurants and pubs, Health and
Fitness club with gym, Jacuzzi, indoor heated swimming pool,
sauna, massage, bowling, table tennis and games room. All the
accommodation we have selected is generally good condition,
with two people sharing a standard room. For more information
about our hotels, please click here
Dates
& Fees
All fees quoted
on this site are in three currencies: sterling (British Pound),
Euros and US dollar, based on the exchange rate of RMB on
29th March, 2006. We reserve the right to change the dates
and fees without prior notice. For more information about
trip dates, please click here
3 Day Extension Trip to Terracotta
Number / Country
UK Applicants
EU Applicants
USA & Others
10 up
GBP ¡ê200
EUR €290
USD $350
5 - 9
GBP ¡ê228
EUR €330
USD $398
2 - 5
How
to apply
Extension trips are available for those who would deeper experience of China after 7 days trip in Beijing.
To book this trip, please click here
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