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Flexible Private Xi'an Layover Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 6 h

This private layover tour is 100% customized based on your needs. The pick up point can be either from your airport or hotel in Xi'an (same as drop-off). Don't miss out the opportunity to see this amazing city and enjoy some tasty local food. During this tour, you will have a chance to visit top city attractions such as Terracotta Warriors, City wall, Muslim Quarter and more! Feel free to discuss with your friendly guide upon pickup time. Please note: • This layover tour requires at least 8 to 10 hours between two connecting flights. • The latest tour departure time is 6:30PM • If you wish to be picked from your hotel, please advise your desired tour start time upon booking • If you wish to be picked/dropped from/to your hotel, please choose One Way Airport Transfer tour option

from$138

Xi'an Small Group Tour to Terra-cotta Army and Banpo Neolithic Village (opens in a new tab)

9 h

Discover the ancient highlights of Xian on this one day bus tour and uncover the pocketed history and mysteries of the tremendous past that the Xian has to offer. Spend the morning at the Terra-Cotta Army dating from the first emperor of China, creating the Qin dynasty, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Followed by a visit to the 6000 year old Banpo Neolithic Village. You will be joined by a small group of other tourists to gain new perspectives, have many stories and create new friendships.

from$107

4-Hour Xi'an Photography Night Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Get focus and capture it with Xi’an Photography evening Tour! Xi'an has one of the two best night views in China. This tour is easy for anyone who wants to learn or acquire more experience with outdoor evening view photography. This tour will take you on a great adventure in finding the most photogenic locations in the evening. Take you to endless amount of beautiful locations to photograph just around the corner. Photography guide and private English speaking guide and transportation are inclusive in this 4-hour tour!

from$150

Mini Group: Daily VIP Xian Terracotta Warriors and City Discovery Tour (opens in a new tab)

47 8 h

Uncover the amazing history and vivid stories behind the terracotta figures that were buried for over 2,000 years. Step onto the top of Xi’an Ancient City Wall — walk or cycle along it, feeling and touching the invisible soul of this ancient city. Act like a Xi’an local, tasting and experiencing the original local food and culture that you may never encounter as a typical tourist. There are no fake luxuries and pomposity but true life and experiences. There are no boring, textbook-style history lessons but vivid stories that come to life. There is no tourist shopping, no time-wasting, and no queuing but a smartly-arranged itinerary.

from$160

3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets (opens in a new tab)

2 h – 3 h

This 3-hour class tour includes paper cut ( follow master or teacher), shadow puppet show and making, calligraphy lesson and practice. It's a great tour choice if you learn with your family and kids. All the entrance tickets, classes, private English speaking tour guide and hotel pick up service are all included in this tour.

from$68

Xi'an Stone Stele (Beilin) Museum English-speaking Guide Service (opens in a new tab)

2 h 30 min – 3 h 30 min

Touring the city by visiting its scenic spots or trying those mundane tourist dishes will be disappointing. However, this activity will be your tickets to feed yourself into the city and by the way to feed yourself with plenty savoury family cooking. You can get a chance to learn their life and stories or to cook some popular home dishes together with your host.

from$75

Xian Group Tour to Terracotta Warriors and Banpo Museum (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Discover the ancient highlights of Xian on this one-day bus tour. Spend the morning visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Terracotta Warriors. Followed by a visit to the 6000-year-old Banpo Museum, the largest and best-preserved Neolithic Yangshao cultural village sites at China's Yellow River basin.

from$114

Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors, City Wall & Muslim Quarter Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 8 h – 9 h

Experience Xi'an's greatest hits in one perfectly paced day — from the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors to cycling atop the ancient City Wall and eating your way through the Muslim Quarter's legendary street food scene. Unlike standard tours, this private experience includes ALL admission tickets, a City Wall bike rental, and a guided food tasting of 4 iconic dishes (roujiamo, oil-splashed chili spinach noodles, cumin lamb skewers, and persimmon cakes). End at the hidden-gem Great Mosque, a serene 1,300-year-old masterpiece that most tourists miss. Your dedicated English-speaking guide and private vehicle mean zero waiting and a flexible pace tailored just to you.

from$190

Half Day Walking Tour around Xi'an Peaceful Old Downtown Area (opens in a new tab)

3 h – 4 h

Excellent value for the best tour experience! As a half day relaxing walking tour, you will enjoy a moment of tranquility in the busy modern life, full of cultural, historical and religious experience. An experienced, knowledgeable and patient tour guide (who speaks foreign language you choose) will take you to visit all these places of interest and help you know more about Xi'an old downtown area and its history while walking through the peaceful places. Explore the old downtown area in morning or afternoon departure

from$51.20

Qin Dynasty In-Depth Discovery and Muslim Quarter Visit in Xian (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Visit the top attraction of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum in Xian, spend enough time to explore all three pits with different battle formation of Terracotta Army, marvel at the exhibition hall of Bronze Chariots and Horses, discover the Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum Site Park and learn the history of China’s first emperor, learn how to make the clay warriors in Terracotta replication workshop, and stroll around the famous Muslim Quarter in downtown. Visit the world cultural heritage of Terracotta Warriors in Xian Walk around the Mausoleum Site Park with beautify scenery Discover life story and great achievement of this Qin Shi Huang Learn how to make the clay warriors in the local workshop Have a leisure walk around the famous lively Muslim Quarter

from$256

Half Day Xian Luxury Tour: Hot Spring & Local Banquet Themed with Qin Culture (opens in a new tab)

5 h

Trip is not only confined in visiting attractions, but more lies in mentally and physically relaxation. This tour will take you to completely relax in the hot spring as in paradise. Being refreshed after a mineral water bath, the more exciting part will start. Appreciate and taste with delicate set meal themed of different cultural meaning while listening the beautiful Qin style music. You will also have a chance to dress like Qin Dynasty people and absorb yourselves in the atmosphere as if back to Qin period.

from$270

One Day Xian Private Tour: Warriors, City Wall, Everbright City (opens in a new tab)

17 8 h – 9 h

Xi'an Essence in One Day: Warriors, Walls & Whispers of Tang Journey through the epic heart of ancient China in one perfectly planned day. Begin by standing in awe before the silent, subterranean ranks of the Terracotta Army, a testament to the ambition of the First Emperor. Then, ascend the magnificent Ming Dynasty City Wall to walk or cycle along its broad ramparts, enjoying breathtaking views where history and the modern city meet. Last, prepare to be mesmerized as we step into the vibrant Great Tang All Day Mall. Here, grand architecture, dazzling lights, and lively performances bring the golden age of the Tang Dynasty to life. Why This Tour is Your Best Choice in Xi'an? No Stress, All Wonder: We handle tickets, transport, and timing. You just soak in the awe. The Perfect Trio: This isn't a random selection. It's a curated journey through Qin, Ming, and Tang dynasties—the ultimate "Greatest Hits" of Xi'an.

from$135

2 Day Private Terracotta Warriors and Mount Huashan Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Discover Xi’an’s many historic treasures on this private 2-day tour and enjoy the driver pick up and guide accompanied by the explanation . Marvel at Emperor Qin’s Army of Terracotta Warriors, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visit the grand Tomb of Emperor Jingdi at the Hanyangling Museum. We have Professional Operator Team and Professional English Speaking Guide. We are your best choice.

from$265

Private Half Day Tour of Xi'an Hanyangling Museum (opens in a new tab)

1 5 h

The Tomb of Emperor Jingdi, today’s Xian Hanyangling Museum, is a joint mausoleum of Liu Qi (188 -141 BC), the fourth emperor of the Western Han Dynasty, and his wife Empress Wang. It is located at Zhanjiawan Village, about 20 kilometers north of Xian City, where Emperor Jingdi of Western Han Dynasty was buried. The Xian Hanyangling Museum was founded based on the Tomb of Emperor Jingdi and its archaeological findings.

from$150

Xi'an Half-Day Tour of Shaanxi History Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda (opens in a new tab)

4 h

In addition to the world famous Terracotta Warriors and Xi’an landmark ancient City Wall, there are many more attractions for you to see in Xi’an. Spend a half day to visit China’s most distinguished history museum in Shaanxi and the holy place of Buddhism at Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Experience and learn the profound history of this ancient Chinese capital, Xi’an.

from$185

1 Day Xian Group Tour: Terracotta Warriors & City Wall (opens in a new tab)

7 h

During this Xian group tour, you will see remnants from the Qin Dynasty at the Terracotta Army which is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of QinShiHuang, the first Emperor of China. The program also includes Xian City Wall is the world's largest and best-preserved ancient fortress dating from the Ming Dynasty for outstanding views of the city when strolling the walls.

from$196

Xian Best Day Tour with Airport / Railway Station Transfer (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h – 9 h

Go sightseeing in Xian, a city set as capital of 13 dynasties in Chinese history. You have complete control over your schedule. We will welcome you at the airport or railway station in Xian, then take you to start the amazing tour. No matter which city you are in, just please try to arrive at airport or station before 10:30 and depart after 20:00. The rest we will help you to achieve.

from$132

Terra-cotta Warriors and Giant Panda 3 Days 2 Nights Trip (opens in a new tab)

1 3 days

Highlights: . full day to visit Xi’an city highlights . Terracotta Warriors . City wall . Big goose pagoda . Cute panda . Full story of panda and local . Explore the backstage of Sichuan Opera . Enjoy Tea & Majhong in a local teahouse . Explore antique market . Local snacks and food . Bullet train ticket (Xian-Chengdu)

from$545

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