
Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall
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Is Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall worth booking?
Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall is a 24-hour experience in Xian, China, from $267 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 24 hours
- From
- $267 per person
Do you want to have a look about the 2nd largest waterfall and China mother river in China? In this private designed itinerary, you could fully experience the marvellous sightseeing. Our English-speaking guide will pic
What you get
About this experience
Do you want to have a look about the 2nd largest waterfall and China mother river in China? In this private designed itinerary, you could fully experience the marvellous sightseeing. Our English-speaking guide will pick you up from the lobby of your own booked hotel at 08:00 am or your preferred starting time. It takes around 4 hours driving northwards from Xi’an. From May to October you will see the roaring waterfall, in winter and early spring, you will see the calm glacier fall. No matter what time you go,you will be astounded by its unique desolate and power beauty. All entrance fee, hand-picked local Chinese style lunch(for tour with lunch option) and private English speaking tour guide & transportation are all inclusive in this full day tour!
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Licensed driver and excellent English speaking guide;
- Local Farmer House Lunch offerred(For the tour with lunch option)
- Capacious private vehicle with air condition;
Not included
- Personal costs;
- Gratuities;
What you'll see and do
Hukou Waterfall
Your private guide and driver will meet you in hotel lobby around 08:00, driving time is around 4 hours to Houkou water fall. The Yellow River, China's second largest river, carries billions of tonnes of sediment from the fertile Loess Plateau eastwards to the crop fields of the Chinese Heartland. Today, this raging river is responsible for half of China's wheat production. This is a must-see for those visiting the Shaanxi province for nature site of China. The brown and muddy water of the Yellow River pours down like from the nozzle of a teapot, hence its name Hukou (teapot nozzle). Water rushes down in huge bursts, throwing up beautiful water splashes. Then the roar of the waterfall echoes from the cave and adds to the sensational experience. Special lunch will be provide in a local farm house after water fall stop, you will try Yellow river side people daily meal like Cyprinus carpio in Yellow River, Yam fork fork, etc, then take another 3-4 hour drive back Xi’an downtown hotel.
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Hukou Tour with local Lunch
Full day tour with round-trip transfer service and English-speaking guide, a well hand-picked local farm house resturants will be arranged. Pickup included
Hukou Tour without Lunch
Full day tour with round-trip transfer service and English-speaking guide, due to the poor local condition, you can prefer some simple Lunch box in advance. No meal offerred. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lily's Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- The Adults price are applied for all the travellers;
- Due to the long driving time back and forth(8 hours approximately), please kindly prepare some snacks;
- Long-sleeved blouse are recommended to escape from the huge temperature difference;
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beautiful waterfalls
Our guide Jackie was amazing, he was very frendly and talkative, he gave us a lot of information. He helped us choose the best food in the restaurant and he even thought us some chinese. The trip was also very interesting, the waterfalls were wonderful.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome and great tour guide
Our experience was fantastic. Our guide Kathy and our driver Mr. Wang were very helpful. Especially Kathy, she is accommodating, well knowledgeable about Xian. Additionally my daughter liked her very and the chinese hairstyle she did on her. Overall I would recommend this tour to see China's history and if you request for a tour guide, get Kathy, you will learn a lot.
via Tripadvisor
Our experience was...
Our experience was fantastic. Our guide Kathy and our driver Mr. Wang were very helpful. Especially Kathy, she is accommodating, well knowledgeable about Xian. Additionally my daughter liked her very and the chinese hairstyle she did on her. Overall I would recommend this tour to see China’s history and if you request for a tour guide ger Kathy, you will learn a lot.
via Viator
Heavenly waterfall tour
The tour to Hukou waterfall was amazing! My guide Jackie and Mr Wang my driver were wonderful. Even though it was a long drive it was peaceful viewing the beautiful countryside. They were very patient while I spent time meditating at the falls and ordered me a delicious lunch after. I feel blessed to have been to such a magnificent place with great company. I highly recommend their services for any tour. You will not be disappointed!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $267 to $556
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall cost?
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Prices start at $267 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Xian usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall take?
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Plan for about 24 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Xian is not rushed.
Is Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Xian, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 24-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Xian can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Xian and add a light layer if any part of the 24-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yellow River private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Xian within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Xian?
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On Outty we rank every Xian experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Xi'an Day Tour: Terracotta Army&Optional City Attractions, All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch, 2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Xian?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Xian?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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