Health checkup tours · Xi'an 西安
Xi'an
History + Comprehensive Checkup
An easy introduction to China: a comprehensive physical at a major Xi'an hospital, the Terracotta Army, a bike ride on the Ming-dynasty City Wall and the food stalls of the Muslim Quarter.
Trip length
5 days / 4 nights
Default checkup tier
Basic Executive Physical
Best time to go
March–May and September–November
Best for
First-time visitors to China
Overview
A first-time China trip: the Terracotta Army plus a straightforward full physical.
Xi'an was the capital of China for more than a dozen dynasties and the starting point of the Silk Road. It is compact, easy to get around and packed with world-famous history, which makes it ideal for a first visit.
The checkup is a straightforward comprehensive physical, done on the first full day, with the option to upgrade if you want more imaging.
This route is ideal for
- First-time visitors who want a manageable, history-rich trip
- Travellers adding a checkup to a wider China itinerary (Xi'an is on the high-speed rail network)
- Anyone due a general physical who wants it done quickly
- History and archaeology enthusiasts
Health program · Comprehensive physical
What the checkup covers
Comprehensive physical
A complete baseline physical in one morning.
- Complete blood count
- Liver and kidney function
- Fasting glucose and HbA1c
- Lipid panel
- Thyroid function
- Tumour markers (e.g. CEA, AFP; PSA for men, CA-125 for women)
- ECG
- Abdominal and thyroid ultrasound
- Low-dose chest CT
- Body composition
Eye & dental checks
Often skipped at home.
- Visual acuity and fundus exam
- Intraocular pressure (glaucoma screening)
- Dental exam
Optional upgrades
Move up a tier if you want more.
- Brain MRI
- Echocardiogram and cardiac stress test
- Sedated gastroscopy and colonoscopy
- Expanded tumour markers
Results & report
Before you leave Xi'an.
- Results consultation
- Written English report
- Follow-up recommendations
Default tier: Basic Executive Physical. See what each tier includes and costs in our health checkup guide. Final tests are confirmed by the hospital physician after reviewing your history.
Not sure which tests you need?
Send us your age, history and any recent reports. A physician reviews them and recommends the right tier for your Xi'an trip — free, with no obligation.
Checkup day
A typical morning
| 07:30 | Meet your coordinator at the hotel or hospital; registration and ID check (bring your passport). |
|---|---|
| 08:00 | Fasting tests first: blood draw, urine sample, abdominal ultrasound. |
| 09:00 | Imaging (CT/MRI) and cardiac tests; breakfast once fasting tests are done. |
| 10:30 | Specialist exams — eye, ENT, dental, gynaecology or urology as relevant. |
| 12:00 | Most physicals finish by lunchtime. Sedated endoscopy needs an extra hour or two of recovery. |
Preparation
Before the checkup
- Fast for 8–12 hours before the checkup (small sips of water are usually allowed — your coordinator will confirm).
- Avoid alcohol and heavy, fatty meals for 2–3 days beforehand.
- Bring your passport, a list of current medications and any previous reports or imaging.
- Take essential medication (e.g. blood pressure) as advised; diabetes medication is usually adjusted for fasting — ask first.
- Wear comfortable clothes without metal; leave jewellery at the hotel for MRI.
- Women: avoid scheduling during your period if gynaecological or urine tests are included.
Itinerary · 5 days / 4 nights
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Xi'an
- Transfer from XIY or the high-speed rail station
- Coordinator briefing
- Light dinner; fast overnight
Overnight: Inside the City Wall (Bell Tower area)
- Day 2
Checkup + City Wall
- Morning: physical with your coordinator
- Lunch: biangbiang noodles
- Late afternoon: bike ride on the City Wall
- Evening: Muslim Quarter
Overnight: Inside the City Wall
- Day 3
Terracotta Army
- Morning: private car to the Terracotta Army (about 1 hour)
- Pits 1–3 and the museum with a licensed guide
- Afternoon: Huaqing Palace (optional)
Overnight: Inside the City Wall
- Day 4
Results & pagodas
- Morning: results consultation
- Afternoon: Shaanxi History Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda
- Evening: Tang-dynasty dinner show (optional)
Overnight: Inside the City Wall
- Day 5
Depart
- Fly out, or take the high-speed train to Beijing (about 4.5–6 hours) or Chengdu
Make this itinerary yours
Change the dates, add days, upgrade hotels or combine it with another route. Your coordinator sends a revised plan and itemised quote.
Travel
What you’ll see
Terracotta Army
Thousands of life-size clay soldiers guarding the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, China's first emperor, about 1 hour from the city.
Tip: A licensed guide makes a big difference — the pits are hard to interpret alone.
Xi'an City Wall
One of China's best-preserved city walls, from the Ming dynasty, with a circuit of about 14 km you can cycle.
Tip: Ride in the late afternoon to finish as the lanterns come on.
Muslim Quarter
Busy food streets around the Drum Tower, known for roujiamo, biangbiang noodles and lamb skewers.
Tip: Avoid street food the evening before your checkup — you'll be fasting.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Shaanxi History Museum
A Tang-dynasty pagoda linked to the monk Xuanzang, and one of China's finest history museums nearby.
Tip: Museum tickets are free but limited; book ahead.
Hospitals
Where the checkup happens
Xijing Hospital 西京医院
Public Class A tertiary teaching hospital · Air Force Medical University
One of north-west China's largest hospitals, affiliated with the Air Force Medical University, with a dedicated health-checkup centre.
We use it for
- Comprehensive physicals
- Upgrades to imaging and endoscopy
- Specialist referral if anything is found
The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University 西安交通大学第一附属医院
Public Class A tertiary teaching hospital
A major teaching hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University and one of the leading medical centres in north-west China.
We use it for
- Comprehensive physicals
- Cardiac and digestive screening
The hospital is confirmed based on your checkup tier, dates and availability. An English-speaking coordinator accompanies you throughout.
Which hospital is right for you?
We match you to the hospital that fits your history, tier and travel dates, then handle registration and scheduling.
Practical tips
Before you go
- Book the Shaanxi History Museum in advance — free tickets go quickly.
- Xi'an pairs well with the Beijing or Chengdu routes for a two-city trip — you only need one checkup.
- The Terracotta Army is hot in summer; go early.
FAQ
Xi'an checkup tour — answered.
- I've never been to China — is this route a good start?
- Yes. It is short, the sights are world-famous and close together, and our coordinator handles hospital registration, translation and transfers.
- Can I combine Xi'an with another route?
- Yes. Xi'an is on the high-speed network, so it combines easily with Beijing or Chengdu. You only need one checkup, usually in the first city.
- Is the basic tier enough?
- For most people under 40 with no risk factors, yes. If you're older or have a family history, consider upgrading — your coordinator can advise.
- Will my results be ready before I fly home?
- Most lab, ECG, ultrasound and imaging results are ready within the trip, which is why every itinerary schedules the checkup early and the results consultation near the end. Biopsy pathology or genetic tests can take longer; those reports are emailed and reviewed by video call.
- How much does a checkup tour cost?
- The checkup is priced by tier (see the tier pricing on our health checkup guide); travel, hotels and guides depend on dates and comfort level. Send us your dates and we'll reply with an itemised quote.
- Can I change the itinerary or the checkup tier?
- Yes. Every route is a template. You can upgrade or downgrade the checkup tier, add days, or combine two routes — for example Beijing + Xi'an, or Shanghai + Hangzhou.
- What visa do I need?
- That depends on your nationality and how long you stay. Many travellers now qualify for visa-free entry or transit; check our visa guide or ask your coordinator before booking flights.
- Is there an English-speaking coordinator?
- Yes. A coordinator handles hospital registration, accompanies you on checkup day, translates during consultations and arranges transfers.
- What if the checkup finds something?
- The physician explains the finding and what it means. If further tests or treatment are needed, we can arrange them in China during your trip, or prepare an English summary for your doctor at home.
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