Xian Terracotta Warriors and City Wall Private Day Tour
Description
Embark on a private day journey through Xi'an's rich heritage, where ancient marvels and vibrant culture await. Witness the Terracotta Army's awe-inspiring display, a UNESCO site preserving China's first emperor's legacy. Traverse the ancient city wall, a majestic fortification offering panoramic views of Xi'an's skyline. Lose yourself in the bustling alleys of the Muslim Quarter, alive with colorful markets and savory street food. Indulge in local delicacies and immerse yourself in centuries of tradition. From ancient relics to culinary delights, Xi'an promises an unforgettable adventure through China's storied past. Come, experience the timeless allure of Xi'an's cultural treasures and create memories to cherish forever.
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Itinerary
In the morning, your private driver and English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from the hotel lobby at 9am (or your preferred departure time). Start your tour with the world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, with a surprisingly high level in sculpture. It is located about 18 miles (30km) East of the Xi'an City and the original site was found by four local farmers while drilling a well in 1974. Now it has been turned into one of the most important attractions in Xi'an - Terracotta Army and Horse Museum. The museum includes Pit 1 the largest, Pit 2 and Pit 3 as well the exhibition hall of the bronze chariots and horses.
After a typical Chinese-styl lunch, continue to visit Xi'an Ancient City Wall, the most complete preserved and the largest existed city wall in China. It was originally built in the Ming Dynasty for military defense and now becomes an important tourist attraction in Xi'an. You will have an option to ride a bike on the top of city wall and enjoy the amazing view of the entire area inside the City Wall.
Next, your guide and driver will transfer you to the Muslim Quarter, a cultural and culinary haven. Stroll through bustling streets filled with market stalls and sample local delicacies like lamb skewers, Roujiamo (Chinese hamburger), and various traditional snacks. After the whole day tour of Xi'an is concluded, we will take you back to your hotel. Your tour will finish around 5pm or 6pm according to your travel pace and traffic condition.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Offered pick-up/drop-off service is available for hotels within Xi'an downtown city. if your hotel is beyond the range (second ring road), an additional transfer fee will be charged accordingly.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please leave a note when booking if you have any special requirement about the tour, such as diet.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
- Offered pickup/drop-off service is available for hotels within 2nd ring road of Xian city. If your hotel beyond the range, please expect it might occur additional transfer fee accordingly.
- You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
- Children under 2 are free to join
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Reviews(31)
I have been very pleased with the professionalism and care of the China Xian Tour. The organiser Mrs Kelly did a fantastic job and all went smoothly during the tour. These historic cities need to be visited at least once in a lifetime.
Great full day private tour - super knowledgeable guide Jenny / we were lucky crowds were not too bad - was interesting and good to have own guide. Stopped for lunch afterwards - great restaurant with Chinese food and opportunity to get Chinese porcelain and tea. Visited the city wall then walked through Muslim quarter which was great even thou had been night before with our food tour as saw different things and got to get different guides perspective Easy and professional tour
Dear Jenn, Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We're so happy to hear that you had a great full‑day private tour with us. A special shout‑out to Jenny – she truly is super knowledgeable, and we're glad the crowds were kind to you as well! It's wonderful that you enjoyed the lunch, the chance to see Chinese porcelain and tea, and the visit to the City Wall. And we love that you explored the Muslim Quarter again – getting a different perspective from your guide is exactly what makes private tours so special. Thank you for calling us easy and professional. We'd love to welcome you back for more adventures in Xi'an or beyond! Best regards, China Xian Tour
My family and I had a wonderful and memorable experience on our 1 day trip to Terracotta Warriors, City Wall, Big Goose Pagoda, Bell Tower and Muslim Quarter. Our tour guide Sasha was very friendly and knowledgeable, sharing with us the history and insights of these attractions. Kudos also to my tour advisor, Sophia who was very patient and handled all my queries and met my requirements for this private tour.
Dear Selina, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you and your family had a memorable experience. Your kind words for Sasha's guiding mean the world to us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! Warm regards, Sophia China Xian Tour
Excellent guide and plenty of time at the stops. Communication was excellent and allowed you to go at your own pace. Highly recommended.
Dear Jona, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the flexibility of the itinerary, the time allocated at each stop, and our guide’s excellent communication. Striking the right balance between structure and personal pace is a priority for us, and we’re delighted it enhanced your experience. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we’d be honored to welcome you back for more tailored adventures in China! Warm regards, China Xian Tour
We had an absolutely fantastic private tour with Noble! From start to finish, he made the experience unforgettable with his warm nature and his sense of humour kept us entertained throughout the day. His deep knowledge of the history and culture made every stop so much more meaningful. He went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and engaged, making it feel like we were touring with a friend rather than just a guide. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, friendly, and truly passionate guide, Noble is the one! Highly recommend to everyone!
Dear Railik, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your glowing feedback! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that Noble made your private tour experience so memorable with his warmth, humor, and passion for sharing China’s history and culture. Noble truly embodies what we strive for at China Xi’an Tours—creating connections that feel like traveling with a friend, not just a guide. His dedication to ensuring your comfort and engagement, while weaving meaningful stories into every stop, is a testament to his love for showcasing the heart of our country. We’ll make sure he receives your kind words—they’ll mean the world to him! Your recommendation is the highest compliment we could receive. It’s guests like you who inspire us to continue crafting personalized, flexible journeys that leave lasting impressions. Whenever you’re ready to explore more of China’s wonders, we’d be delighted to welcome you back for another adventure filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable moments. Thanks, China Xian Tour
This is one of the great private tour which I ever joined. Noble, our tour guide, is polite, on-time, and knowledgeable. He was born in Xi’an, thus he knows everything here including a wonderful lunch as per his recommendation. The tour is flexible and not rush. We can spend more hours in the museum rather than just walk by.
Dear, we appreciate you sharing your wonderful journey with us. We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed our service. And if you like our service, I am really appreciate if you can recommend us to your friends, and feel free to contact with me, there are many wonderful routes like Tibet, Silk road and Xinjiang as well. Our team are always at your service and sincerely hope to serve you again soon! Best regards！
This is a great experience to visit the terracotta museum and walk over the city wall. Our tour guide, Noble, is a great guy. He is very polite and knowledgeable. He is also fluent in English. As he is Xi’an born guide so he knows a lot about Xi’an history. The tour is not rush as it is private tour. We spent almost three hours in the museum to learn not only history but also how the terracotta warriors created. No hidden charge nor selling something we don’t want. We are very enjoy throughout the trip. It is highly recommended
Dear, we appreciate you sharing your wonderful journey with us. We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed our service. And if you like our service, I am really appreciate if you can recommend us to your friends, and feel free to contact with me, there are many wonderful routes like Tibet, Silk road and Xinjiang as well. Our team are always at your service and sincerely hope to serve you again soon! Best regards！
Summer was an extremely knowledgeable and fun guide. She made sure we were able to see and taste all the amazing things Xian had to offer. Thank you for a wonderful day!
We appreciate you sharing your wonderful journey with us. We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed our service. Our team are always at your service and sincerely hope to serve you again soon!
This was an excellent experience with, Wendy, a wonderful, very knowledgeable, English-speaking guide. This is a busy site and best to go as early as possible. The trip is about one hour by car from the city centre to the museum. The tour at the museum is about 2 hours and many restaurants are available onsite. Three halls (pits) can be viewed, all containing an astonishing history from 2,200 years ago, discovered only in 1974. The terracotta warriors number in the thousands although the 3 pits show only those that have so far been excavated. They form an army to protect the emperor of the time in his after-life. The tour also includes a visit to the huge Xi'an city walls, the ramparts of which can be walked. Finally a visit to the Muslim Quarter within the city walls, an area of countless food shops. Thanks Wendy! A perfect day!
Dear Chris, we appreciate you sharing your wonderful journey with us. We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed our service. Our team are always at your service and sincerely hope to serve you again soon! Best regards！
The experience in general was awesome and the warriors were stunning. Our guide chose the best ours to get to the places and told us good of stories about the city.
Dear Irene， we appreciate you sharing your wonderful journey with us. We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed our service. And if you like our service, I am really appreciate if you can recommend us to your friends. Hope to meet you again in future.
