Half-Day Exploration Tour of Terracotta Army From Xian

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(6 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

If you only have half day in Xian and you are willing to make full use of it. This half day private tour is designed specially for you! Joining this trip, you will have a chance to discover the most crucial excavation in 19th century - Terracotta Army and Horses, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, learn the great history of Qin Dynasty and the first Emperor in Chinese history.Be amazed by the grandiose complex of its formation and every meticulous warrior figure, you will feel like as an ancient soldier yourself.

What's Included

Fuel surcharge and parkng fee
Bottled water
Experienced private driver with vehicle service
Licenced English-speaking tour guide
Lunch or dinner if you choose
Gratuities
Personal cost
Meals if you don't choose
Entrance tickets if you don't choose

Meeting and pickup

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

Staying at hotels with driving distance of over 30 minutes from city center will cause extra compensation for the driver.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

    Being picked up from your hotel at 7:30 a.m, you will commence your memorable Terracotta Army exploration tour. It will take about 50 minutes of driving from Xian city to the museum. Upon your arrival at the museum, your tour guide will accompany you to every corner and explain to you this magnificent site.Discovered in 1974, Terracotta Army and Horses Museum is reputed as the Eighth Wonder of the World. There are altogether three pits, each filled with expressive life-sized soldiers and horses. They were made based on the actual ancient people and life. It’s said that these figures were colorful upon excavation, yet it gradually fades away due to the oxidation. Now, archaeologists are trying to bring back their true appearances. This is also why the museum is not equipped with air conditioning or heating devices, which may change the temperature and humidity inside and therefore damage the priceless relics. You will also see the model of the mysterious Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang. There are many theories regarding how it was like inside the tomb. However, the most common one is that this tomb is filled with mercury. All the antiques would be greatly destroyed upon excavation unless certain protection measures are taken. Your tour would come to an end after about 3 hours tour in this impressive site. Your tour guide will escort you back to your hotel and bid you farewell.

    3 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The starting time can be changed as long as you require in advance
  • Please advise beforehand if your starting point or ending place is not hotel.
Supplied by Stefanie's XiAn Private Tour

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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