Xian Mt.Huashan Day Tour
Overview:
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Tour Description
Pick up from your hotel in Xian. First drive 120km east of Xian and get to Mt.Huashan. As one of China's five holy mountains, Huashan Mountain is also called Western Mountain ( Xiyue ) due to its geographical location in relation to the other four sacred mountains in China. The other four are Mt.Taishan in Shandong, Mt.Songshan in Henan, Mt.Hengshan in Shanxi and Mt.Hengshan in Hunan.
It is famed as the most precipitous of the five. It is the highest among the five great mountains. Mt. Huashan is situated 5km to the north of of Huayin County, 120 kilometres east of Xi'an City. Mt.Huashan is literally translated as Flower Mountain. It has an elevation of 2200 meters above sea leve.
Mt.Huashan Scenic Spot is mainly composed of 5 peaks – North Peak (1614.pm), the Central Peak(207.8m), East Peak(2096.m), West Peak(2086.2m) and South Peak(2154.9m). People have to climb up to the North Peak before reach other four peaks. There are two walking trails leading to the North Peak. The most popular is the traditional route in Huashan Yu (Huashan Gorge) starting from Yuquanyuan Temple (west gate)); the second trail is the Huangpu Yu (Huangpu Gorge) starting from Huashan East Gate. A cable car is set over the Huangpu Yu (Huangpu Gorge) trail.
You will be arranged to take a cable car up to the North Peak. If you don’t have strong legs, you may just stop on the north peak and enjoy the beauitful surrounding views. To climb all the peaks take about 5 hours. You may hike the East Peak or West Peak if you are inlicned to go further for more fantastic views.
After taking a cable car down, you are arranged to visit Xiyue Temple. Xiyue Temple is located at the foot of the Mt.Huashan. The temple used to be a religious place for the emperors to worship the god of the Mt.Huashan. The temple is nicknamed "the Forbidden City of Shaanxi", which has the similar structures as those in Forbidden City in Beijing. It has an area of 120,000 square meters. It is also the largest and the oldest temple among all the temples in the five holy mountains in China.
After the tour, you are transferred back to your hotel in Xian around 6:00pm.
It is famed as the most precipitous of the five. It is the highest among the five great mountains. Mt. Huashan is situated 5km to the north of of Huayin County, 120 kilometres east of Xi'an City. Mt.Huashan is literally translated as Flower Mountain. It has an elevation of 2200 meters above sea leve.
Mt.Huashan Scenic Spot is mainly composed of 5 peaks – North Peak (1614.pm), the Central Peak(207.8m), East Peak(2096.m), West Peak(2086.2m) and South Peak(2154.9m). People have to climb up to the North Peak before reach other four peaks. There are two walking trails leading to the North Peak. The most popular is the traditional route in Huashan Yu (Huashan Gorge) starting from Yuquanyuan Temple (west gate)); the second trail is the Huangpu Yu (Huangpu Gorge) starting from Huashan East Gate. A cable car is set over the Huangpu Yu (Huangpu Gorge) trail.
You will be arranged to take a cable car up to the North Peak. If you don’t have strong legs, you may just stop on the north peak and enjoy the beauitful surrounding views. To climb all the peaks take about 5 hours. You may hike the East Peak or West Peak if you are inlicned to go further for more fantastic views.
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After taking a cable car down, you are arranged to visit Xiyue Temple. Xiyue Temple is located at the foot of the Mt.Huashan. The temple used to be a religious place for the emperors to worship the god of the Mt.Huashan. The temple is nicknamed "the Forbidden City of Shaanxi", which has the similar structures as those in Forbidden City in Beijing. It has an area of 120,000 square meters. It is also the largest and the oldest temple among all the temples in the five holy mountains in China.
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After the tour, you are transferred back to your hotel in Xian around 6:00pm.
Price List for this tour (Price per person in US dollars)
| Price without shopping stop | |
| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
| 1 person | $295 |
| 2-3 persons | $195 |
| 4-5 persons | $159 |
| 6-9 persons | $145 |
| 10 persons up | $119 |
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Hiking General Tips:
1. Don't over pack.
2. Hiking kept within 2-4 hours
3. It's worth spending some time buying the right backpack, walking boots and wet weather clothes
4. Make sure you know what the local weather conditions
5. Good shoes are an essential when hiking
6. Taking plenty of water so you don't get dehydrated is an essential.
7. It is also a good idea to pack some snacks to keep you sustained on your trip
8. Always wear a watch when hiking.
9. Shorter and more frequent rest stops allow you to enjoy various scenic spots
10.Cellular phones can help in an emergency
11.Wear a head and arm coverings in sunny or high altitude areas, and use sunblock
12. Make sure you have appropriate rain gear
13. Leave a change of clothes in your car.
14. Carry a spare handkerchief to dip in cool streams and spread over your neck, forehead, etc.
| Price inclusion: 1.All transfers and city transportation for your own use 2.Entrance fees 3.Cable car ticket 4.Private car or van with English speaking guide 5.The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
Price exclusion: 1. Tips to your tour guide and driver 2. All the meals in this tour 3.Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
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Travel Tips: Wear casually with comfortable sports shoes and pay attention to the climate in Xian. |
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Reservation Notes
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| ● | When your booking is confirmed, you will get a confirmation email or call from us, which includes the confirmed detailed itinerary with prices. |
| ● | The cancellation fee: to be confirmed by trip advisor, based on different itineraries and different policies. |
| ● | The schedule can be adjusted by your tour guide due to the actual traffic condition. |
| ● | You are strongly recommended to book this tour at least 35 days in advance to secure the land arrangement involved and avoid the risk of being canceled. |
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