Anyang 4-Day Tour: Erlitou Site & White Horse Temple

Today, with Erlitou as the theme, avoid peak crowds by entering the park during off-peak hours, and follow the recommended route for an in-depth visit. Have lunch nearby to enjoy local flavors, and in the afternoon, either engage in free activities or follow the guide for additional sightseeing. In the evening, return to the hotel to rest.

Attraction Introduction: One highlight arranged in the itinerary is Erlitou. The Erlitou ruins are known as the 'earliest China' and were the capital city in the mid-to-late Xia Dynasty. Important artifacts such as turquoise dragon-shaped items and bronze jues have been unearthed, revealing the appearance of China's first royal capital. The ruins museum presents the site with an archaeological atmosphere and is an essential stop for studying the origins of Chinese civilization.

Tips: There will be a lot of walking throughout the trip, so it is recommended to wear comfortable athletic shoes and bring a light jacket according to the weather. Be sure to carry your ID and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting times and locations. Most tourists believe that Erlitou is worth a dedicated visit, so it is suggested to slow down, listen to the guide's explanations, and leave time for the details that touch you most and the best photo spots. Based on actual circumstances, the Erlitou Xia capital ruins are famous as the 'earliest China.' The museum mainly features cultural relics and archaeological reconstructions, so it is recommended to take the guided explanations.

Morning tour: From the Shanmen Gate and the Hall of Heavenly Kings to the Great Buddha Hall, take a close look along the central axis, then visit the Qiyun Pagoda Courtyard; at noon, try some local dishes, and in the afternoon, visit the Burmese and Indian style Buddhist halls to experience the exotic charm of this thousand-year-old temple.

Attraction Introduction: Today's itinerary includes scenic spots, located in the eastern part of the city, originally built during the Eastern Han Dynasty, and honored as "China's First Ancient Temple". It was the first government-run temple after Buddhism was introduced to the Central Plains. The Qiyun Pagoda, Burmese-style hall, and Indian-style hall each have their own exotic charm. Amid red walls and green cypresses, one can quietly feel the two thousand years of incense. Among these, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Great Buddha Hall, and the Qiyun Pagoda Courtyard are most worth a detailed visit.

Tips: The tour involves a lot of walking, so it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and bring a light jacket according to the weather; be sure to carry your ID and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the assembly times and locations. Visitors generally find that the foreign-style halls (Thai/Burmese/Indian courtyards) are highly photogenic and feel more spacious than expected; note that the international temple area involves longer walks, so conserve your energy. Considering the actual situation, it is China's first ancient temple, and the international temple area includes halls of multiple national styles. It is recommended to follow the guide to understand the history.

Arrive early in the morning at Yin Ruins, first visit the palace area and the chariot and horse pits, then go to the royal tomb area, and follow the guide to understand the beginning of recorded history; in the afternoon, visit the new museum, and return in the evening.

Attraction Introduction: This stop is at Yin Ruins, which is the late Shang Dynasty capital site, the hometown of oracle bones and the Simuwu Ding (later called Mu Wu Ding), and has been listed as a World Heritage site. Visitors can see the palace and ancestral temple ruins, the royal tomb area, and the chariot and horse pits. With the new hall of the Yin Ruins Museum, one can systematically learn about the Shang civilization at the beginning of recorded history. Among them, the palace and ancestral temple ruins, royal tombs, and Lady Hao's tomb are the most worth a close look.

Tips: There will be a lot of walking, so it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and bring a light jacket according to the weather. Be sure to carry ID and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting time and place. Visitors generally feedback that oracle bones and the Simuwu Ding make history 'come alive', and many say the new museum hall is more worthwhile than the open-air ruins; it is advised to view them with explanations to understand better. Depending on the situation, the ruins area combines outdoor sites and exhibition halls, so bring sun protection or warm clothes as needed; the artifacts are precious, so please do not touch the display cases.

Transfer to the departure terminal per your booked train or flight; keep travel documents and tickets in your carry-on.