Private tour in Xian Donna

Two-must Go Museum of Xi'an Including Terracotta Army Museum &Han Yangling Museum

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Hi, this is Donna, a senior bilingual guide and operator in Xi'an. I have worked as an English speaking guide in CTS travel agency since 2004. After passed examination of China senior tour guide in 2016, I've worked as a lecturer in many major museums in Xi'an. 3 years later, I've worked as a training lecturer as well. I have strong interactive experience among different guests. I've enough experience to deliver a tour which is suitable for all ages. Since the terrible Covid-19 broke out, I worked as senior lecturer in the Third Classroom of Chinese History Lecture on Campus. I'd like to give lessons to students about Chinese history and culture both yesterday and today. I'm proficient in ancient Chinese history and familiar with Xi'an geography. I'm a Chinese history guide. Who am I? Worked as a local tour guide over 17 years Received 5000 tour groups. Favorable rate reaches 99% This is the working philosophy I believe in and work for. To be a good guide, you need to be honest, earnest, show professionalism, be willing to listen and learn continuously. You also need to have a humble and relaxed approach in relation to your knowledge and competence. There is an ancient saying that a little effort every day, you will make a big difference. I'm willing to use various methods to improve myself. I like to read all kinds of books and news both at home and abroad. I'd like to listen a various media videos from different bloggers. I expect that I can help my guests understanding the multifaceted nature of historical events through my view. My slogan is customer first service foremost. Every tour is quite unique and special, so I'm willing to polish every team like polishing a beautiful artwork. I should work with heart, express with strength, and complete with action. I have strong execution ability and team awareness. I'll devote myself wholeheartedly to the service and reception of every tourist, make their trip to Xi'an satisfied, happy, and harvest full. I hope that my passion for my work will come through in my interaction with you and help to make your trip and unforgettable one. I love what I'm doing and respect the people of any countries. I'd like to lead you to meet with terra-cotta warriors across space and time, to show you around Xi'an. Xi'an region has a rich history and lots of sites to marvel, you will see and be impressed the best highlights of Xi'an location. I'm looking forward to enjoying the tour with you! 1. a license senior bilingual tour guide 2. Top No.3 in name list of bilingual guides in ctrip(chinese website) 3. a member of xi'an tourism guide association I'm a licensed guide but not a driver,but I can rent a private vehicle for you.

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Overview of your Xian tour

Most visitors come to Xi'an for its multi culture and long history. 80% of those people must go to the two museums for looking for the difference of underground colorful-painted terracotta warriors and horses between Qin and Han Dynasty. The Qin Dynasty Terracotta Army Museum is considerd as the most important discovery of the 20th Century. You're not only amazed by 8000 life-size warriors with different faces which stand in a real battle formation guarding the First Qin Emperor's Tomb, but also want to explore the emperor's unearthed tomb right now. The Han tomb was built in ecnomic style which buried for the No. 6 Han emperor and his terracotta warriors with same faces as small as garage kits, while it's so exciting that you can enter the tomb and explore it without any probem! Not only immerse yourself in history, but also learn about some burial system. Make you feel a volatile situation between Qin and Han Dynasties! Join this tour, Donna'll let you know a complete court life of royal people.

Recent Reviews

Peter C.Netherlands
July 2025

I did a tour with Donna on May 24. I travelled with 4 students. Donna was exceptional and funny and she knows a lot about Xi'an, the terracotta army and the surroundings. What really impressed us was the schedule. Everything was punctual. This started by the meet and greet with our driver on Friday evening the 23th. Than Donna picked us up at the hotel next morning for a crazy day, cycling over the ancient wall of Xi'an, a tour in one of the buildings, visiting a local market nearby, the Terracotta Army, the palace of the first emperor and the show Legends of the camel bells. It was almost overwhelming but Donna and her driver made sure it all felt relaxed. There was enough water provided (it was hot in May!) and time for lunch. We can recommend Donna anytime for an interesting tour. We experienced more 'China' in 1 day than 3 days in Shanghai. Thank you Donna, maybe meet again next year

Rick V.
June 2025

Donna was prompt and ready to go early for a great trip to the Terracotta Warriors Mausoleum. Incredible knowledge on the sites we visited. Thank you !!

Jacques L.United States
November 2023

We had two days with Donna, both very successful in different ways. The Two-must-go-museum tour was always going to be a marathon -- and we managed to squeeze Huaqing Palace in-between. The second day was more relaxed, with the Big Goose Pagoda, the Great Tang Mall, the walls, the Beilin quarter, the Muslim quarter and the Great Mosque. We feel that we made the most of those two days. Donna's detailed commentary was always interesting. Thanks!

Your Xian tour itinerary

Meet with your driver and guide at agreed time. (the sequence can be changed according your mind. ) Drive you to the Terracotta Army Museum. The Terracotta Army is so gorgeous that you can't believe in which made by 0. 72 million craftmen for the First China Emperor's sacriffice burial objects. It covers 3 pits and we'll stay two pits longer. If you want to see more, there're some extra exbitions such as bronze chariots and horses terracotta acrobatics and some bronze weapons. Lunch at a good local restauraant with nice meal and local price. After lunch, we'll go to Han Yangling Museum,you can explore 21 burial pits which radiating from the mysterious underground palace of the Han emperor. Finally, we'll come back to your Xi'an downtown hotel.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation

A new 9-seat air-condition seat I could also accommodate larger groups, please contact me for more details and quotation if you need different van or minibus.

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Tour categories
History
Museums
Architecture
Tour reference number
878029
Languages
English
Cantonese
Mandarin
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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This private tour in Xi'an is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in the rich cultural heritage of China. It's especially suited for travellers who want to explore the fascinating differences between the Qin and Han dynasties through their terracotta warriors. With Donna as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the court life of royal people and the burial systems of these ancient times.

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