One Night Cultural and Adventure Itinerary in Xi'an with Luoyang and Shaolin Temple Highlights and Vegetarian Dining

Day 1: Xi'an Discovery

Xi'an, China on August 24, 2025

6:00AM

Arrival via Overnight Train Z19

Arrive in Xi'an early morning with train Z19. Begin your day with sightseeing and adventurous experiences in this historic city.
CNY400 (approx.), 0h30m

7:00AM

Breakfast at Evergreen Vegetarian Restaurant

Start with a vegetarian Chinese breakfast at Evergreen, which offers fresh, plant-based dishes to fuel your day.
CNY30-50, 1h

8:00AM

Terracotta Army Museum

Take Metro Line 1 from Xi'an Railway Station to Fangzhicheng Station, then bus 306 to the museum. Witness the majestic Terracotta Warriors and learn about ancient Chinese history.
CNY150, 3h

11:30AM

Bike on Xi'an City Wall

Cycle atop the ancient city walls from the South Gate for panoramic views and active exploration of urban history.
CNY54, 1h30m

1:00PM

Lunch at Indian Kitchen

Enjoy authentic vegetarian Indian dishes near the city center, offering flavors like paneer tikka and dal.
CNY60-90, 1h

2:30PM

Walk through Muslim Quarter & Great Mosque

Explore the bustling Muslim Quarter and visit the Great Mosque, experiencing cultural vibrancy and historic architecture. Open until 5pm.
Free, 2h

4:30PM

Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Reach the pagoda by bus 801. This ancient Buddhist site is a peaceful place to explore and open until 6pm.
CNY50, 1h

6:00PM

Dinner at Pure Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Dine on creative vegetarian cuisine in a serene setting, completing your Xi'an experience.
CNY80-120, 1h30m

8:00PM

Check-in to Hotel

Rest overnight at a conveniently located Xi'an hotel to recharge for next day's journey.
CNY300 approx., Overnight
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Day 2: Luoyang & Shaolin Temple Adventure

Luoyang, China on August 25, 2025

7:00AM

Travel from Xi'an to Luoyang by High-Speed Train

Take a morning high-speed train (approx. 1.5h) to Luoyang to maximize your day. Trains run frequently from Xi'an North to Luoyang Longmen Station.
CNY120-150, 1h30m

8:45AM

Breakfast at Vegetarian Café in Luoyang

Enjoy a vegetarian breakfast with local favorites like steamed buns and soy milk to energize you for the day.
CNY20-40, 1h

9:45AM

Bus to Shaolin Temple

Board the tourist bus from Luoyang Central Bus Station to Shaolin Temple; the one-way trip lasts about 1.5 hours.
CNY30 round trip, 1h30m

11:15AM

Shaolin Temple Tour

Explore the Shaolin Temple and watch martial arts demonstrations; visit the Pagoda Forest. The site is open until 5pm.
CNY100, 3h

2:15PM

Lunch at Local Vegetarian Restaurant near Shaolin

Savor traditional vegetarian dishes such as Buddhist-style tofu and vegetable stir-fry, freshly prepared and flavorful.
CNY50-70, 1h

3:15PM

Return to Luoyang & Visit Longmen Grottoes

Take the bus back to Luoyang and visit Longmen Grottoes by bus 100. Explore thousands of intricate Buddhist carvings carved into cliffs. Open until 6pm.
CNY90, 2h

5:15PM

Explore Luoyang Old Town

Stroll through the charming old town to see traditional architecture and enjoy local markets with vegetarian snack options.
Free, 1h

6:15PM

Dinner at Indian Veggie Delight

Fill up on Indian vegetarian dishes at this well-regarded restaurant featuring a variety of flavorful options.
CNY60-90, 1h

7:30PM

Night Train Departure to Zhangjiajie

Head to Luoyang Railway Station for your overnight train to Zhangjiajie. Relax and rest for your next adventure.
CNY350 approx., Overnight
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