Xian Yangtze Tours 2025/2026 – From Terracotta Warriors to Three Gorges
Our Xi’an Yangtze Cruise Tour seamlessly blends the rich historical tapestry of Xi'an with the serene beauty of the Yangtze River, offering an unforgettable journey that can be tailored to last anywhere from 6 to 17 days.
What to See in Xian & along Yangtze River?
- 1. In Xian: Xi’an is a city steeped in history, featuring numerous iconic sites. Visit the Terracotta Warriors to marvel at the thousands of lifelike statues, walk along the Ancient City Wall for a city-wide view, explore the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda to appreciate ancient architecture, enjoy traditional delicacies in the Muslim Quarter, and delve into the region's rich heritage at the Shaanxi History Museum. They can be done in 1.5 - 2 days.
- 2. Cruise along Yangtze River: Cruising along the Yangtze River, China’s longest waterway, offers a serene journey through the magnificent Three Gorges. Stops along the way include Fengdu, Shennv Stream, and the Three Gorges Dam, allowing you to experience both the natural splendor and modern achievements of China.
Our Xi’an Yangtze Cruise Tour not only provides a comprehensive exploration of these iconic destinations but also offers the flexibility to extend your journey to other hot cities in China, such as Beijing, Guilin, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Lhasa. Whether you're seeking historical insights, cultural experiences, or simply a relaxing vacation, our tour promises an enriching and memorable adventure. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the best of China with us!
Top 3 Xian Yangtze Tours
Our Top 3 Xian Yangtze tour packages cover popular Yangtze River cruise tour starting from Xian as well as Xian Zhangjiajie (or Chengdu) tour with Yangtze River cruise experience... Feel free to select your likes or if you have your own needs or personal requirements, please tell us and we are here to help you customize your own trip!
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7 Days Ancient Xian & Yangtze Cruise Tour
Xian / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / YichangIt will be an interesting trip with a combination of ancient Xian and relaxing cruise holiday. Xian, home to Terracotta Warriors and Horses, is the true treasure trove of history and archaeology, that you can involve with some exciting activities to learn from the ancient sites. A luxury Yangtze River cruise takes you to sail from Chongqing to Yichang through the Three Gorges.
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10 Days Xian, Zhangjiajie Avatar Tour with Yangtze Cruise
Xian / Zhangjiajie / Yichang / Yangtze Cruise / ChongqingIn 10 days, you’ll explore China’s stunning historical sites as well as breathtaking natural scenery to the fullest. You won’t miss Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall in the ancient heart - Xian; explore the Avatar Mountains in Zhangjiajie; take relaxing upstream cruise from Yichang to Chongqing through Three Gorges...
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10 Days Historical & Natural Wonders Tour with Chengdu Panda
Xian / Zhangjiajie / Chengdu / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / YichangWhat are the symbols of China? Terracotta Warriors? Giant Panda? High Speed Train? Or… they all belong to the symbolic traveling items. This 10-day tour will give you the best glimpse of China - ancient past, national treasure Giant Pandas, relaxing Yangtze River cruise through central China along the longest river in China, thrilling glass bridge, magnificent peculiar mountains…of course, high speed train linking from Xian and Chengdu, Chengdu and Chongqing.
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China Yangtze Tours with Xian - Strongly Recommended
For most first-timers to China, they would like to cover several hot destinations in China, such as Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Yangtze River, Guilin, Chengdu, Lhasa, Zhangjiajie to get an overall impression about the vast and beautiful China. Usually, Yangtze River cruise is served as a relaxing short break during the whole vacation. The following are the top 6 strongly recommended China Yangtze tours with a visit to Xian, and you can select your favored trip based on your interests, travel length and budget! If you have got your own ideas, contact us directly to discuss the travel plan and we can tailor made the tour for you!

Planning a two-week vacation in China? This will be perfect with all the best highlights of China. You can fully explore traditional culture and modernity in Beijing and Shanghai; explore the Avatar world, enjoy Karst landscape in Guilin & Yangshuo, take a Yangtze cruise through the beautiful Three Gorges, admire profound ancient capital of 13 dynasties!

This tour is a popular choice among travelers who make a Yangtze cruise tour starting from Beijing. Its rich history, cultural splendor and increasingly modern amenities have resulted in mountains of stuff to see and do - from ancient imperial palaces, parks, temples to the magnificent Great Walls...all are worth your time. Xian, the ancient capital of 13 dynasties, gives you a good historical lesson when visiting Terracotta Warriors. A relaxing Yangtze River cruise shows you the authentic China.

This is one of our best-selling China Yangtze tours for first timers to China. It covers the BIG THREE cities called the Golden Triangle Cities (Beijing, Xian and Shanghai) and a Yangtze River cruise sailing from Chongqing to Yichang along the famous Three Gorges in Central China. This tour takes you to meet the PAST, PRESENT and FUTURE of China. You won’t leave any regrets when taking this 12 days tour with 6 destinations and amazing experience!

What is your impression about the vast China? What do you want to see and explore in this beautiful country? This tour is No.1 best selling tour taking travelers to Beijing, Xian, Guilin and Shanghai and enjoying a luxury cruise experience for 4 days along the Three Gorges of the longest river in China. You will get a clear overview about China’s past, present and rapid growth in the golden triangle cities. Also immerse yourselves in a world of natural beauty in Guilin and Yangshuo.

In recent years, Zhangjiajie was thrust into travelers’ eyes after the movie Avatar. The Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar were inspired by Heavenly Pillar in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. It is a wise choice to put Zhangjiajie into your China tour. This 14 days China tour covers Beijing, Xian, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai with a cruise along the Three Gorges which becomes one of the best selling tours for first timers.

If you're ready to do more than just scratch the surface of China, you're ready for this 16-day China Tour. It'll show you the heart and soul of China. To explore imperial buildings in Beijing, stare down Terra-Cotta Soldiers in Xian before start the memorable Yangtze Cruise. Uncover the mysteries of Tibet before enjoying the close look at the Giant Panda and engaging in the modern vibrancy of Shanghai.
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