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Terracotta soldiers in a row, standing in a formation. 1
A group of people dining at a table with food and drinks. 2
A crowded street lined with brightly lit shops and signs, with people walking and a motorbike parked on the side. 3
A street food market with people queuing and a vendor preparing food. 4
A terracotta statue of a seated figure in armor, displayed in a museum with glass cases and informational plaques. 5
By Travel China Guide

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €21 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Uncover the magic of Xi’an on a full-day tour through its 3,100 years of history! With an expert local guide, you’ll check two UNESCO World Heritage sites off your bucket list: the legendary Terracotta Army and the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Walk the historic City Wall and dive into the vibrant flavours of the Muslim Quarter. We’ll take care of every detail: hotel transfers via air-conditioned vehicle, all entry tickets, and a buffet lunch. Just relax and enjoy!

    • Beat the Crowds: Early morning entry to the Terracotta Army Museum
    • All-inclusive: Seamless transfers, expert guide, professional driver, and all tickets
    • Premium Lunch: Savour 25+ dishes and local snacks, bypassing low-quality tourist or village restaurants
    • We are a local supplier saving you 15% on the same route

Activity location

  • Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Check availability

Terracotta Army Ticket Booking

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Entry Ticket Only: No guide, No transport. Your ticket is linked to your passport; please present it at the entrance for admission.
Entry Hours: 8:30-16:30.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€20.55 x 1 Adult€20.55
Total
Price is €20.55

Private Xi'an One Day Tours

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Classic Route: Terracotta Army, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, and Muslim Quarter – fully customisable to your personal interests.
All-inclusive: Entry tickets, private guide, exclusive vehicle with driver, and a premium buffet lunch with local flavours.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€203.80 x 1 Adult€203.80
Total
Price is €203.80

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional English-speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    All entrance fees
  • Inclusions
    Unlimited bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Pickup & drop-off at your city centre hotel lobby
  • Inclusions
    Free child seat upon request
  • Inclusions
    Free earphones
  • Inclusions
    A buffet lunch with fresh fruits & a soft drink
  • Inclusions
    Dedicated driver & air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    No guide and No transport for ‘Terracotta Army Ticket Booking’ option

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Free pickup and drop-off are included for city centre hotels. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed one day prior. For the ‘Half Day Mini Group to Terracotta Army’ option, drop-off is at the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.
    • Please provide your accurate passport information for real-name ticket bookings, and make sure to carry the same valid ID on the tour day; otherwise, the scenic area will deny entry.
    • The tour is not recommended for senior travellers over 85.
    • Mini Group: About 12 people with more personal care.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Xi'an

  • 1h
Your morning begins with a greeting from your guide right in your hotel lobby. Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle for a 1-hour drive to the Terracotta Army Museum, as your expert guide shares insights into this UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Beat the crowds with early entry and enjoy an immersive, 3-hour journey through the 2,200-year-old Terracotta Army of China’s First Emperor. You’ll fully explore all three burial pits housing over 8,000 life-sized warriors, horses, and chariots, as well as a special exhibition featuring rare artefacts. Pit 1: Stand in awe before the massive army, alongside occasional excavation work. Pit 2: Decode the ranks of individual warriors from their postures and armour. Pit 3: Explore the command centre of the entire underground army. Your guide won’t just recite history. They’ll bring the legendary Qin Empire to life with fascinating trivia and hidden secrets, revealing a dynasty that once rivalled the Roman Empire. Ready to step back in time?

Lintong District

  • 1h
For lunch, refuel with an upscale buffet featuring over 25 gourmet dishes. Watch chefs prepare authentic local specialities like Chinese hamburgers and hand-pulled noodles right before your eyes in the open kitchen, while enjoying Western favourites like macaroni, fried chicken, and croissants. Finish with a selection of pastries, fruits, and a soft drink. Skip the overcrowded tourist restaurants and low-quality village lunches.

Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Drive back city centre to visit the pagoda, another World Heritage site and a Silk Road landmark, where Buddhist scriptures brought from India by Monk Xuanzang were translated and spread across China. Built over 1,300 years ago, centuries before Columbus set sail, this architectural marvel famously survived more than ten major earthquakes.

Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Next, take a walk on the 600-year-old City Wall, the most complete ancient fortification in China. Stretching nearly 14 kilometres (8.7 miles), it offers a vantage point to see how history meets modernity. Bicycles rentals are available on the wall at your own expense.

Muslim Quarter (Pass by)

Drive past the Muslim Quarter, the city’s most vibrant street food paradise. Guests wishing to explore further on their own may disembark here to enjoy the evening independently. Soak in the bustling local life and try delicious cold noodles, pot stickers, or jujube rice cakes.

Xi'an

  • 30m
Guests disembarking at Muslim Quarter need to return independently, while others enjoy our complimentary vehicle transfer back to their hotel. Note: We offer ticket booking, mini-group, and private tour options. Check availability to choose the perfect fit for your travel style.

Location

Activity location

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    Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

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