Xi'an in A Day: Terracotta Army & Top City Attractions with Lunch

5.0
(39 reviews)
Xian, China

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the best of Xi’an in just one day! Join our group tour to explore the city’s top three iconic landmarks: the world-famous Terracotta Army, the ancient City Wall, and the historic Big Wild Goose Pagoda. You’ll also get to visit a local family in a village near the Terracotta Army, where you’ll savor an authentic home-cooked lunch – a true highlight of this experience.

This carefully designed tour blends culture, history, and convenience seamlessly. With a knowledgeable English-speaking guide and a comfortable, no-rush itinerary, you’ll forge a deeper connection to Xi’an’s rich heritage.

Why choose us?
• Comfortable group size for a more personal experience
• Expert local guide with deep cultural insights
• home-cooked authentic lunch with a local family
• Unbeatable value for your money

Perfect for first-time visitors and culture lovers alike, this is the ultimate way to experience Xi’an in a single day.

What's Included

City Wall & Goose Pagoda Temple Tickets (not included in Terracotta Army ticket booking option)
Licensed English-Speaking Guide (not included in ticket booking option)
Air-Conditioned Vehicle (not included in ticket booking option)
Local Lunch (not included in ticket booking option)
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (not included in ticket booking option)
Terracotta Army Tickets
Gratuities
Terracotta Army ticket booking service does NOT include guided tours, hotel pick-up, or lunch.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

1. We provide pickup services for hotels within the 2nd Ring Road of downtown Xi'an (train stations and airports are not included). Please provide your hotel name and detailed address when making a booking. 2. Pickup time is between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM. (As this is a group tour, we’ll pick up guests in sequence based on their hotel locations)

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Meeting point

If your hotel is outside our pickup area – we’ll do our best to help you locate our meeting point. It’s actually a downtown hotel, and very easy to find. Our team will stay in contact with you until you meet our tour guide, and you can take Didi or a taxi to reach there.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • Xi'an (Pass by)

    Pick you up: 1. Our guide and driver will go to your hotel lobby to pick you up on time. 2. Please acknowledge us your hotel name and address when you purchase the tour

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

    Activities & Attractions: After approximately one hour of driving, we will visit the Terracotta Army. Prepare to be amazed by 7,000 life-sized terracotta warriors arranged in an authentic battle formation, which have been buried underground for over 2,200 years. (The recommended visiting time is 2.5 hours, and the area is mostly flat.) The museum tour includes three original pits: Pit 1: Represents the main combat force. Pit 2: Known as the "Flexible Troupe" (mobile unit). Pit 3: Serves as the command center. Undoubtedly, this is an invaluable resource for exploring the history of China’s first imperial dynasty, the Qin Dynasty.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Lintong District

    Lunch: After visiting the Terracotta Army, we will have lunch at a local family's home in a village near the Terracotta Army. Here, you can taste authentic home-cooked dishes that are different from those in restaurants and interact with the locals through conversations.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

    Activities & Attractions: In the afternoon, vist the City Wall, which is an iconic building in Xi'an City and also a defensive structure of the ancient city. Our tour guide will take you to walk on top of the wall, enjoy the scenery of the city, and understand the historical and cultural significance of the wall(Bicycle rental fee on the City Wall is not included).

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)

    Activities & Attractions: The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, located in the Great Ci'en Temple in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, China, is one of the city's iconic landmarks. Built in 652 AD during the Tang Dynasty, it was constructed to house the Buddhist scriptures, relics, and statues brought back by the famous monk Xuanzang from India. Standing at 64.517 meters tall, the pagoda has a square base and seven stories. Its simple and elegant architecture, with gray bricks forming the structure, showcases the unique style of Tang - Dynasty architecture. Inside the pagoda, there are many cultural relics and inscriptions, which are of great value for studying ancient Buddhist culture and history. As a symbol of the ancient Silk Road and a witness to the cultural exchange between China and India, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda attracts numerous visitors from home and abroad every year.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Xi'an (Pass by)

    Drop off: After a great day of activities, we'll take you back to your hotel or drop you off at the Bell Tower Hotel. It's perfect for those who want to visit the Muslim Quarter on their own—just cross the street to get there.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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