Xuchang Cao Wei & Shenhou 5-Day Tour (In-depth · from Xuchang)

This is the arrival day: guests are met at the station/airport and transferred to the hotel with a brief pre-trip briefing. Early arrivals may explore nearby freely; the itinerary starts tomorrow.

The Spring-Autumn Tower in Xuchang is the centerpiece of the Guandi Temple, where Guan Yu is said to have read the Spring and Autumn Annals by night — a key stop on Xuchang's Three Kingdoms trail.

Today is a free activity day, and no unified itinerary is planned; you can leisurely explore around Xuchang Cao Wei·Shenhou, sleep in, choose food and neighborhoods according to your interests, or retake shots at locations you didn’t have time for in the previous days.

Friendly reminder: Free activity days are convenient for both taxi or walking. Check the routes to your destinations in advance, and mark the shops and attractions you want to visit on the map. Visitors generally report that many think free activity day is the most relaxed day, allowing them to go at their own pace. Considering the actual situation, if you are on a group tour, the worst thing is just rushing through, while listening to explanations is the essence. The cultural stories behind each attraction are often more memorable than photos, so if you don’t understand something, ask the tour guide on the spot.

Yanling Huadu Hot Springs in Xuchang sits in a famed flower-growing town where springs meet botanical gardens. Year-round blooms and varied pools make a soothing wellness retreat.

The trip winds down: you are transferred to the station/airport per your departure time. If time allows, a last stroll downtown; pack early and check documents. Safe travels!