Famen Temple, once an imperial temple during the Tang Dynasty, holds sacred relics of Sakyamuni and is globally revered among Buddhists. Qianling serves as the combined burial site of Emperor Gaozong and Empress Wu Zetian, the sole female ruler in the annals of Chinese history. This excursion spans two eminent Tang historical landmarks.
Famen Temple, once an imperial temple during the Tang Dynasty, holds sacred relics of Sakyamuni and is globally revered among Buddhists. Qianling serves as the combined burial site of Emperor Gaozong and Empress Wu Zetian, the sole female ruler in the annals of Chinese history. This excursion spans two eminent Tang historical landmarks.
- Famen Temple (Famen Si) - At 08:30 your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel lobby. Today’s adventure begins with the Famen Temple which situated about 118 km west of Xi’an. Famen Temple is a famous Buddhist temple which holds the genuine relics of Gautama Buddha (Sakyamuni). Besides the the genuine relics of Gautama Buddha you will also…
- Famen Temple (Famen Si) - At 08:30 your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel lobby. Today’s adventure begins with the Famen Temple which situated about 118 km west of Xi’an. Famen Temple is a famous Buddhist temple which holds the genuine relics of Gautama Buddha (Sakyamuni). Besides the the genuine relics of Gautama Buddha you will also see lots of exquisite Buddhist ware.
- Tomb of Emperor Tang Gaozong (Qianling) - You will visit the Qianling Mausoleum. It is the shared mausoleum of Emperor Gaozong and Empress Wu Zetian. Emperor Gaozong, whose name is Li Zhi, is the 3rd emperor of the Tang Dynasty (618-907). And Wu Zetian, wife of Lizhi, is the only female ruler of Chinese nation. After her husband died, she killed her son who should have taken the throne and set herself as the legal top ruler of the nation. Qianling is not excavated yet.
- Yidetaizi Tomb - If time allows, you will pay a visit to Tomb of Prince Yide or Tomb of Princess Yongtai to have an inner look of imperial tomb of the Tang Dynasty. After the fantastic tour, our driver and tour guide will transfer back to your hotel.
- Bottled water
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle transfers
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Included entrance tickets to attractions
- Bottled water
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle transfers
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Included entrance tickets to attractions
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Optional activities
- Battery cart in Famen Temple
- Any Meal
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Optional activities
- Battery cart in Famen Temple
- Any Meal
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- You will receive a confirm email from local operator about the tour details within 48 hours after booking.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour…
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- You will receive a confirm email from local operator about the tour details within 48 hours after booking.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
- Offered pickup/drop-off service is available for hotels within 2nd ring road of Xian city. If your hotel beyond the range, please expect it might occur additional transfer fee accordingly.
- You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.