Top Xian Tours & Sightseeing

See Xi’an’s famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum on a half-day guided tour. Perfect for the visitor with limited time, enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and head to the museum accompanied by an English-speaking guide. See ancient sculptures of warriors, chariots and horses built more than 2,000 years ago—and discovered in the 1970s—to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife. 

Visit the world-renowned Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda on a full-day private tour in Xi’an. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed mausoleum complex that contains thousands of Terracotta Warriors and other life-sized statues. Then, discover the significance of Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a Buddhist structure that dates to the Tang Dynasty. Travel with a private guide who can customize your day to your interests. Includes lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off.

If you're short on time but want to make sure to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors, this private half-day tour may be just the ticket. An English-speaking guide and driver will escort you from your hotel to the warriors and leave you with plenty of time to explore the attraction at your own pace. You'll then have the option to stop for lunch or dinner or head straight back to your hotel.

Avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving tour groups with a handy private driver to take you to the famous Terracotta Warriors near Xi'an. Drive direct to Lintong district to visit the warriors at the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. Customize your schedule for the day based on where you want to go: choose two more attractions in downtown Xi’an to visit afterward, and drive there without any unnecessary detours or stops at places you aren’t interested in.

Discover the UNESCO world-heritage listed Terracotta Warriors and horses on this day trip of Xi’an’s historical highlights. Drive direct to the Terracotta Warriors Museum at the start of the day and cut past the tourist crowds; spend over two hours exploring this world-famous archeological site. In the afternoon, visit several of Xi’an’s ancient landmarks, including the City Wall, the Wild Goose Pagoda, and Muslim Bazaar – a great way to visit these spots without the hassle of hiring a car or navigating public transport.

Discover the UNESCO world-heritage listed Terracotta Warriors and horses on this day trip of Xi’an’s historical highlights. Drive direct to the Terracotta Warriors Museum at the start of the day and cut past the tourist crowds; spend over two hours exploring this world-famous archeological site. In the afternoon, visit several of Xi’an’s ancient landmarks, including the City Wall, the Wild Goose Pagoda, and Muslim Bazaar – a great way to visit these spots without the hassle of hiring a car or navigating public transport. Finish your tour at the Muslim Bazaar, known for its food and souvenir stalls Don’t get held up by your massive tour group: this tour takes small groups only Keep your change: all entrance fees are already covered by your tour operator Your guide will pick you up direct from your Xi’an hotel and drop you back.

Xian’s historical appeal extends far beyond its UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors. On this full-day bus tour, save time waiting in ticket lines at area attractions, and take a guided tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum as well as a reproduction factory where you can see how the statues were made. You also have time to visit Mausoleum of the Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of unified China.

If you have a little bit more time between some regular city tours in Xi’an and at the same time you love foods very much, then this tour is a ticket for you to see how different the city is at night and to make you a real gourmet by trying amazing local food. Served as capital of China for more than 1,200 years, the city was the home of many emperors and different religions as well as the terminus of world famous Silk Road. With the introduction of various kind of spices and flavorings from western regions, Xi’an food get its own special style and taste. Join in this tour, you could get a close touch to the famous Xi’an food and local people’s life without missing some historical and cultural monuments in town.

Enjoy a level of service that comes close to a private tour in a group of no more than six people. Start at the iconic Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, with a deep dive into the world of Qin Shi Huang. Enjoy Xian cuisine at a local restaurant before returning to the city to explore its majestic City Wall. Finally, head to the city’s street food epicenter, the Muslim Quarter.

Mount Hua (Huashan), one of China’s five sacred mountains thanks to its Taoist temples, sits east of Xian in Shaanxi Province. While a return hike to the top of the mountain typically requires two days, this tour makes use of the cable cars, allowing you to take in the views from the summit with only a single day. With a private guide, you can explore at a leisurely pace and ask all the questions you want.

See Xi’an light up for the evening on a four-hour tour with a private guide and driver. Head to the spectacularly lit South Gate Square, North Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Dynasty Theme Square. You’ll see the lovely South Gate and old City Wall, then drive to North Square where the largest musical fountain in Asia puts on a colorful show every night. Learn about the Tang Dynasty from your guide and admire the sculptures, fountains and gardens during a leisurely walk in the square.

Perfect for visitors short on time, this efficient, half-day visit covers China’s iconic terracotta army—the world’s largest ancient burial site—topped off by a tasty local lunch. Tours include private hotel pickup, so you can skip the hassle of navigating the city. Get detailed history and background from your group guide while getting a peek at thousands of clay warriors along with the mysterious mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang.

Experience several of Xi’an’s top attractions on an all-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, see the ancient sculptures of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, cycle the 600-year-old city wall, tour the Xi’an Museum, and taste your way through the city’s Muslim Quarter. With an English-speaking guide leading the way, learn the history of China’s ancient capital and explore its celebrated food culture.

Join this half day mini group tour to see China’s iconic Terracotta Army - the world’s largest ancient burial site. Skip the ticket line and learn the detailed history and background from an expert English speaking guide. Enjoy a more intimate experience with a maximum of 9 travelers. And no shopping detours, factory stores, tea ceremony or shopping site restaurant to take up your valuable time at attraction sites, so you will have a pure sightseeing experience.

Xian can be confusing if you don’t speak Chinese. With a private guide for the day, you can create a 100% personalized itinerary and smooth out all the transport logistics. Besides the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, you might choose to visit Xian City Wall, the Shaanxi History Museum, the underground Han Yang Ling Museum, the Muslim Quarter, or so much more. Please note this excursion does not include entry fees, transportation, or food costs.

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Xi'an experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off two of Xi'an's biggest attractions: The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, and Hanyangling Tomb. A comprehensive package with private driver, entrance fees, and lunch are all inclusive

Discover China's rich history on a half-day door-to-door tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow your private guide through the pits one, two, and three and see more than 7,000 terracotta soldiers. Upgrade the afternoon tour to include a trip to the Tang Dynasty Show and a feast of traditional Shaanxi dumplings or enjoy lunch at a Qin Dynasty themed restaurant.

Set out with an expert guide and your own tuk-tuk driver to find the best dishes in Xi'an. Explore hidden streets and quaint alleyways within Xian’s city walls where you visit favorite local eateries. Experience Xi’an's cuisine and culture by eating at the same places that local people go, with unlimited food and beverages (including beer) included during your tour. Sample the only craft beer brewed in Xi’an when you stop at a local brewery.

Visiting the Terracotta Warriors from Xian can be challenging without a car. This private transfer service removes transportation obstacles by taking you from your Xian hotel straight to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, letting you explore the site on your own schedule without the crowds of big-bus tours.

Spend a full day exploring the ancient walled city of Xi'an accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide. Learn all about the 'Silk Road' city, one of the most well-protected cities in China, and see the oldest length of its fortified walls. Visit the Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Great Mosque as you explore Xi'an, one of the four capitals of the world’s ancient civilizations and an important capital of ancient China. Your tour includes private vehicle, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore Xi'an with a private guide with a choice of morning or evening tour. Visit the bustling Muslim Quarter to see some traditional architecture and taste some typical street food snacks. See Drum Tower Square and watch the Fountain Show. You'll sample delicious delicacies such as steamed mutton, dumplings, and kebabs as you begin to get a feel for Xi'an culture. Conveniently, transport tickets and food tastings are included.

Explore China with an informative guide on an 8-day tour that includes Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Ming Tombs (Sacred Way), Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, and the Terracotta Warriors. Learn about China’s past at the Small Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi’an and while touring Beijing’s hutoings, and see cultural attractions including Yu Gardens, the Bund, Nanjing Road and Tianzifang. Your tour includes accommodations, two flights, transportation, entrance fees and some meals.

Experience the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show, the pride of Xian and one of the most popular entertainment excursions for tourists visiting the city. Hosted at the legendary Tang Dynasty Palace, this 4-hour evening performance offers exotic Chinese entertainment and Cantonese delicacies. Learn about the historical culture of ancient Xian while indulging in a dumpling banquet. Hotel pickup and public transportation ticket included.

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Xi'an experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off two of Xi'an's biggest attractions: The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, and Xi'an Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta). A comprehensive package with private driver, entrance fees, and lunch are all inclusive