Thousands of years ago, Xī'ān (then known as Cháng'ān) was the epicentre of Chinese culture, and the beginning and end of the fabled Silk Road. Sitting pretty in the fertile Wei River Valley today, remnants of Xian's ancient past are still visible everywhere. Take a Xian tour and explore the region's history with a knowledgeable local guide.

Other travelers will tell you that no trip to China is complete without a visit to Xian's awesome Terracotta Warriors. One of the most significant archaeological finds ever, the 7000 life-size warriors and horses were constructed around 200 BC - and no two are alike. Afterwards, take a stroll through the city's Muslim Quarter, pausing to contemplate the 8th century Grand Mosque, with its unique blend of Chinese and Islamic architecture. You can also listen to traditional musicians play outside Xian's ancient city walls (dating back to the Ming Dynasty).

Your Xian tour will leave you utterly enchanted with this special part of China.

Xian

One Day Xian Private Terracotta Warriors Tour

In this day tour we will visit the major highlight of Xi'an:

-Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, considered as the greatest archaeological discovery of the 20th century. You will be amazed by the scale of this huge underground army as well as the life-size terracotta warriors, horses and chariots guarding the mausoleum of China's First Emperor for over 2, 200 years.

Optional:

-Banpo Neolithic Ruins, the site which houses the ruins of a six-thousand-year-old village where you get to know China's ancient civilization and Banpo ancestors' life.

Optional:

-Huaqing Pool (Huaqing Hot Springs), the site of Tang Imperial Bathing Pools is now rebuilt into a beautiful palace and garden complex, famous for the romantic love story of Tang Emperor Xuanzong and his concubine Yang Yuhuan.

-Evening Optional:

Tang Dynasty Show (or with Dumpling/Royal Banquet)

* If you have a party larger than 5, please get in touch with me. Larger vehicles can be arranged

Explore Terracotta Warriors and other highlights with a local guide.

Terracotta Army Plus Another Two Places in the City with a Private Guide

This tour includes the most amazing Terra-cotta Army and another two places in the city based on your own interests. Most people from other countries get to know Xi'an because of the world renowned Terra Cotta Army, however, there are many other places of historic interests spread all over the town.

You will be immersed with the profound culture and history of Xi'an by touring through the downtown city with me your local tour guide with more than 10 years experience!.

You can appreciate the dynastic grandeur by visiting the Huaqing Hot Spring Palace, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and it's vicinity, you can also experience the hustling and bustling of the Muslim Quarter and have a look of the vicissitude of the city by cycling on the wall top.

This tour will help you to understand the army fully and at the the same time to provide a more flexible schedule for you, and you will have your own choice to visit these scenic spots you are interested in. Come join me now and fall in love with Xian like never before!

Entrances fee of the Terra Cotta Army Museum and another two places.

Enjoy Xi'an Private Classic City Tour

A Private Tour of Terracotta Warriors Army and Shaan'xi History Museum

If you like Xi'an history tour, it's the right one for you!
90% of domestic tourists or traveller to Xi'an because of ancient chinese culture and history. Which museum is the better choice for learn more about them inXi'an?Absolutely they're Terracotta Warriors Army Museum and Shaan'xi History Museum.
Xi'an is reknown as the starting point of the world famous "Silk Road" and reputed as one of the "Four Antient Capital of the World'，together with Rome, Athens and Byzantine. There're 13 dynasties had their capitals established in
Xi'an with a time duration of 1100 years. Xi'an boasts many more cultural and historical heritages and historial relic areas. Browsing into museums in Xi'an will come cross space to meet with antient talent people and witness their wisdom. Visit the world famous Terracotta Warriors Army and Shaan'xi History Museum will make you feel like you're walking through a long historical river with numerous fascinating exploring and discoveries.

Terra-cotta Warriors Museum is a mazing underground martial museum

Huaqing Palace is the most famous place where romantic love story of emperor Xuanzong and concubine Yang in the Tang Dynasty.Would you like make an romantic tour like them?

Terra-cotta Warriors Museum is a good place where you can completely learn brilliant chinese culture and history of Qin Dynasty(221BC.-207BC. )

Such an amazing sword which made 2000 year ago would cut clean through iron as though it were mud.

Biang Biang noodle in the hand-picked local restaurant

Huaqing Palace is the most famous royal palace in Tang Dynasty.

Would you like to DIY terra-cotta warriors in workshop by yourself?You can make them by different kinds of mould of warriors by yourself.

Ming Dynasty City Wall is an original wall which is the best perseved military defensive system.

Tang Show named the Lengency of only Queen Wuze Tian in China

The bronze chariots and horses is renown as 'the crown of bronze ware'.

Let's explore the amazing museums together!

If this is the first time you ever visit Xian, I strongly recommend this tour for you. I have included three most popular sights in Xian, the Terracotta Warriors Museum, City Wall and Muslim Quarter. The reason why I choose these three particular sights is that after all these years of being a guide, I discovered that most people came to Xian for them. The Terracotta Warriors Museum provides history and art, City Wall provides culture and outdoor experience, and the Muslim Quarter provides food and local customs. Joining this tour, you will have a initial impression of this charming city and I am more than willing to show you around.

Learn how to make dumplings at local farmer's home

Spinach noodle at a nice local restaurant

Discover the Most Popular Sights in Xian - Terracotta Warriors Museum, City Wall and Muslim Quarter

Xian Most Popular Tour

Xi'an Explorer: Walking and Hiking with Public Transportation

Experience authentic Xi'an!

Immerse yourself in the heart of Xi'an as we embark on a journey to explore the city like a local! Start your day at the city wall public park, joining locals in their morning exercises and indulging in a delicious breakfast next to the historic walls. Wander through the bustling market, interacting with vendors and sampling fresh produce for a true taste of local life.

Next, choose your adventure: opt for a leisurely bike tour atop the magnificent city wall to soak in panoramic views, or wander the ancient streets to absorb the city's rich history and culture. Feel the rhythm of Xi'an as you travel like a local, experiencing the sights and sounds of everyday life.

Afterward, we'll hop on the subway and journey to the renowned Terracotta Army Museum, where 8, 000 life-sized pottery figures await. Lose yourself in the history and grandeur of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, capturing unforgettable memories along the way.

Finally, marvel at the Bell Tower and Drum Tower.

view form the top of the ancient city wall

Discover Hidden Paths, Urban Delights, and Immerse Yourself in Local Lifestyle!

One Day Xian Private Terracotta Warriors Tour with One-way Airport Transfer

In this day tour we will visit the major highlight of Xi'an:

-Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, considered as the greatest archaeological discovery of the 20th century. You will be amazed by the scale of this huge underground army as well as the life-size terracotta warriors, horses and chariots guarding the mausoleum of China's First Emperor for over 2, 200 years.

Optional depending on time:

-Banpo Neolithic Ruins, the site which houses the ruins of a six-thousand-year-old village where you get to know China's ancient civilization and Banpo ancestors' life.

-Huaqing Pool (Huaqing Hot Springs), the site of Tang Imperial Bathing Pools is now rebuilt into a beautiful palace and garden complex, famous for the romantic love story of Tang Emperor Xuanzong and his concubine Yang Yuhuan.

-Hanyanling Mausoleum of Jingdi Emperor of Han Dynasty. Here you will see the different style of terracotta soldiers and burial relics which show different social customs and different values of Han Emperors.

Explore Historic highlight - Terracotta Warriors with a local guide

Authentic Xi'an Food Tour with Local Drinks by Tuk Tuk

This food tour focuses on tasting and sampling the authentic local delicacies and specialties of Xi'an. It will allow visitors to have a glimpse of local peoples life when their tuk tuk is winding through some backstreet alleyways.

It covers 5 - 6 eateries and some street food stands located in the historical and cultural district downtown within the wall. They are all specially chosen for their sterling reputation and good hygiene, and what's more, they give you the top foods and the authentic local experiences in the city!

During this 3 hour food sampling experience, you'll try different kinds of famous delicacies and head off the beaten tourist track to catch a glimpse of the locals in their daily life!

If you want to get away from those whirlwind package tours and those buffet restaurants full of foreigners, if you want to try something different or taste something authentic, come and join us! We will ensure that you try plenty of foods and beverages and enjoy an authentic local experience.

Per person price in this tour includes foods in 5 - 6 different local eateries or family owned restaurants. Altogether about 7 - 8 most popular local snacks and dishes with 4 - 5 different local beverages. 
Because of the Base Price Policy, it's hard for this tour to set a proper per person price. However, since we are going to use transportation and eat a lot of foods during the tour, so we add this per person price on. 

Explore the hidden corner of Xi'an

Highlights of Luoyang Private Tour Including Longmen Grottoes

If you'd like to see a wonderful budda, s world and do meditation in the holy place, this tour is right one for you!
Longmen Grottoes located in the south of Luoyang City are between Mount Xiang and Mount Longmen and face Yi River. As one of the three most famous treasure houses of stone inscriptions in China. The grottoes were started around the year of 494 since the capital was moved to Luoyang. Work on them continued for another 400 years until the Northern Song Dynasty. The first caves of Longmen were excavated in 494. The grottoes extend for 1, 094 yards from north to south. They contain over 2, 300 holes & niches, 2, 800 steles, 40 stupas, 1, 300 caves and 97, 000 sculptured figures that have survived the test of time. Most of these works date from the Northern Wei Dynasty and the flourishing age of the Tang Dynasty. Lots of historical materials concerning art, music, religion, calligraphy, medicine, costume and architecture are stored in the Grottoes.

Look at those wonderful inscriptures of buddha and heavenly gods immerse yourself in buddhism and history.

Longmen Grottoes is renown as the one of famous culture heritage by UNESCO>

Chinese only Queen Wu orded to carve a inscription of the main budda which looks like herself.

Follow me to explore religious culture and appreciate best stone inscriptions in China together!

When people ask me how I feel about Xian, I always say that Xian is a city of culture and heritage. There are just so much cultural stuff to explore here. In order to make best use of your two days here, I chose several must-see sights for you. Besides the world-famous Terracotta Army, City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Muslim Quarter, I also want to show you the local cave dwelling and Hanyangling Museum. You will see that this special cave is still in use and the people living there are happy and content. In the Hanyangling Museum, I want to show you what the life is like in the Han dynasty, which is about 2000 years ago.

Entrance fee for Terracotta Warriors Museum, Traditional Cave Dwelling, City Wall, Hanyangling Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Bell Tower.

Eight-treasure porridge in the muslim quarter

Discover majestic relics of the past and immerse yourself into the local culture!

Xian 2-day Heritage and Culture Tour

Join my expert-guided tour through Xi'an's timeless wonders! From the captivating Terracotta Warriors to the majestic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, experience the city's rich history and vibrant culture over two unforgettable days. Craft your own terracotta masterpiece, explore serene pagodas, and stroll along the ancient Ming City Wall. Capture iconic views from the Bell Tower and Drum Tower before immersing yourself in the lively atmosphere of the Muslim Quarter.

This immersive journey promises an unforgettable exploration of Xi'an's treasures. Book now and let's embark on this incredible adventure together!

I can customize this experience just for you.

Admission Tickets for 
- Terracotta Warriors Museum
- The local cave dwelling
- Craft Your Own Terracotta Warriors experience
- City Wall
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda
- Small wild Goose Pagoda &amp; Xi'an Museum

Unveiling the Ancient Capital's Secrets and Splendors

Xi'an Odyssey: A Two-Day Experience

One Day Xian Private Mt. Huashan Hiking Tour

In this tour you will experience exciting Mt. Huashan hiking.

Situated in Huayin City, Mt. Huashan is 120 kilometers (about 75 miles) from Xian. It is famous for natural vista of steep and narrow paths, precipitous crags and a high mountain range. The Mountain is also home to several influential Taoist temples, where many emperors of past dynasties took part in Taoist activities and sacrificed to the god of mountain, making it a holy land of Taoism.

* If you have a party larger than 5, please get in touch with me. Larger vehicles can be arranged for larger groups.

Hiking on Mt. Huashan

Private Guided Tour to the Terracotta Warriors Museum with Public Transportation

Want to do a budget tour to the world famous Terra Cotta Army Museum?
This tour will be the ticket for you to make a visit of the army with a more economic way.

What will you learn from a local guide whohas already been to the Terra Cotta Army Museum for over 2, 000 times?
I bet there must be a lot stories and cultural background or maybe even some cool facts about the army and Chinese history.

Follow me and take public transportation, you will spend as less as possible while still have a comprehensive understanding of this world-famous site. I will accompany you in every step from meeting you from the hotel, to check out every details of this amazing army and to go back to the city at the end of the tour.

Public Transportation fee includes the cost of taxi from hotels to the shuttle bus station & round way shuttle bus.

Admission fee for Terracotta Army and Horses Museum

Amazing formation of warriors with different faces and gestures.

The details of a complete Terra Cotta Warrior.

Xi an tours

Explore with 54 tours and 5 guides.

Phoenix F.

$ 268 (USD)

Lingtao C.

$ 270 (USD)

Donna

$ 260 (USD)

Lily S.

$ 212 (USD)

Paul T.

$ 185 (USD)

Phoenix F.

$ 338 (USD)

Lingtao C.

$ 100 (USD)

Donna

$ 135 (USD)

Lily S.

$ 639 (USD)

Paul T.

$ 700 (USD)

Phoenix F.

$ 368 (USD)

Lingtao C.

$ 160 (USD)

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