Because we believe in top-notch service and client satisfaction, there will be NO mandatory or hidden shopping stops for our programs. We guarantee there will not be detours to shops who sell you fake jade or jewelry at inflated prices, etc. during your trips. While this may result in slightly higher prices for these tours, we firmly believe that it is worth it in order to bring you the best Terracotta and Xian tour experience possible (mandatory or hidden shopping stops are common for most Chinese tour agencies), while also saving you valuable time during your once-in-a-lifetime China trip.
99% of the Chinese tour companies who have Xian tour programs embed the forced shopping or seductive shopping of jade during the tour. They often tell their customers that Xian is famous for precious jade. You will find out it is untrue. There are over 500 jade factory outlets in Xian. When the jade is so precious, how can it be sold in so many stores? The jade you see is just the stone painted with beautiful colors.
We are an honest company. As a by-product of our commitment to excellence, we refuse to conduct these shopping stops as a service to you.