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Terracotta Army Tour: Discover Ancient Wonders
5.0
91 Ratings
Xi'an
Explore Xi’an’s iconic landmarks in a day with a private guide. Discover the Terracotta Army and ancient City Wall effortlessly.
Explore Xi’an’s iconic landmarks in a day with a private guide. Discover the Terracotta Army and ancient City Wall effortlessly.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Xi’an - Pickup Service:
- Pickup is available from any hotel in Xi’an. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking the tour.
- Pickup time is approximately between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. As this is a small-group tour, pickups will be conducted sequentially based on hotel locations. Rest assured, the guide will not leave anyone behind if…
- Xi’an - Pickup Service:
- Pickup is available from any hotel in Xi’an. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking the tour.
- Pickup time is approximately between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. As this is a small-group tour, pickups will be conducted sequentially based on hotel locations. Rest assured, the guide will not leave anyone behind if they are not there exactly at 8:30.
- If your hotel or hostel lobby is not on the ground floor, please meet the guide on the ground floor. If it is, the guide will meet you in the lobby.
- The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses - Activities & Attractions: In the morning, visit the Terracotta Army. Our guide and driver will help you avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving groups. Be prepared to be amazed by 7,000 life-sized terracotta warriors arranged in a battle formation, buried for over 2,200 years. (The recommended visit duration is 2.5 hours, and the area is mostly flat.) The museum tour includes three original pits: Pit 1, the main force; Pit 2, the Flexible Troupe; and Pit 3, the Command Center. This is an invaluable resource for exploring the history of China’s first dynasty, the Qin Dynasty.
- Lintong District - Lunch: After visiting the Terracotta Army, enjoy lunch at a local family’s home in a village nearby. Experience authentic home-cooked dishes distinct from restaurant offerings and engage with locals through conversation.
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Xi’an - Drop-off:
After a wonderful day of activities, you will be returned to your hotel.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Xi’an city
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole trip
- English-speaking licensed guide
- Tickets: Terra Cotta Warriors, City Wall, Goose Pagoda
- Local Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Xi’an city
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole trip
- English-speaking licensed guide
- Tickets: Terra Cotta Warriors, City Wall, Goose Pagoda
- Local Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Terracotta Army Ticket-Only Option: No guided tours, no hotel pick-up, no lunch.
- Gratuities
- Terracotta Army Ticket-Only Option: No guided tours, no hotel pick-up, no lunch.
Additional Information
Discover Xi’an’s most renowned attraction with ease, culture, and culinary delights.
Embark on a journey into ancient China with our exclusive small group tour of the magnificent Terracotta Army. Guided by a licensed English-speaking expert, delve into this UNESCO World Heritage site with captivating stories, hidden secrets, and breathtaking views that…
Discover Xi’an’s most renowned attraction with ease, culture, and culinary delights.
Embark on a journey into ancient China with our exclusive small group tour of the magnificent Terracotta Army. Guided by a licensed English-speaking expert, delve into this UNESCO World Heritage site with captivating stories, hidden secrets, and breathtaking views that revive history.
Following the tour, indulge in a delectable local meal at a family-owned restaurant, where authentic Xi’an cuisine awaits.
Tour Highlights:
• Terracotta Army exploration – Uncover the history, legends, and enigmas of the warriors.
• Small group comfort – Enjoy a seamless and personalized experience without rushing or waiting.
• Licensed English-speaking guide – Enthralling storytelling, extensive knowledge, and fluent English.
• Genuine local lunch – Experience regional flavors and warm hospitality.
• Convenient travel – Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
Discover the warriors, relish the flavors, and immerse in history.
Reserve your spot today!
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Xi'an
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(91 Ratings)
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Kimbra_n
Mar 15, 2026
Andy rocks! - Andy was such an amazing guide! Such a local perspective of the warriors and the bonus of eating at his family’s home was the best! Thank you Andy for a wonderful tour, highly recommend to others!
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Maki_n
Mar 3, 2026
Warriors & a home cooked meal :) - Great day with Andy at the Terracotta Warriors museum. Andy was very knowledgeable and welcoming to everyone and made accommodations so all felt looked after and comfortable. It was great to hear the history and stories behind the Terracotta Warriors and meeting one of the original farmers who discovered them in the 60s. After the museum, we were invited to lunch at Andy’s parent’s house where they welcomed us to a wonderful home cooked meal. What a treat. Highly recommend!
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Kimberly_f
Feb 27, 2026
If You're Going to Do a Tour, This is the One - I highly recommend this small group tour of The Terracotta Soiders. Min was a great guide. Her English was really good, and she was a wealth of knowledge about relevant history. The highlight was a delicious lunch in a local family's home. The husband and wife prepared about 8 local dishes.
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Maider_s
Feb 18, 2026
Very good experience, the... - Very good experience, very friendly guide and explained everything very well.
Delicious homemade food
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Rema_m
Dec 2, 2025
An Unforgettable Tour! - Absolutely unforgettable! My visit to the Terracotta Army was, as expected, a breathtaking encounter with history. Nothing prepares you for the scale and solemnity of standing before the silent ranks of warriors, each face uniquely etched with purpose over two millennia ago. The Terracotta Army is awe-inspiring, but the true highlight was a lunch that felt like a homecoming. At a family house, we were welcomed like old friends and served the most delicious, heartfelt meal—simple, warm, and full of soul. It was the perfect, comforting end to a day of wonder. Don't miss this tour!
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Tan_a
Dec 2, 2025
Wonderful Tour guide... - Wonderful Tour guide Willow!
The tour started on time, pace was good and the lunch at the village home was a unique experience
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Monica
Nov 8, 2025
Touring with kids - Our tour with Andy was wonderful. Andy is from Xi’an and knows the ins and outs of the area. For example, the farmer who discovered the Terra-cotta warriors was there the day we toured and Andy took us to meet him. Andy is kind, helpful, and speaks good English. My husband and I had our four kids with us (ages 7-18). The tour of the pits went great. The pacing was perfect, allowing for pictures while giving just enough educational information. After the museum we went to his parents’ home for lunch. The food was delicious and they were so gracious to accommodate my vegetarian preferences. It was great for my kids to get a local flavor of Xi’an. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the tour.
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Elisabologna87
Nov 8, 2025
Great experience in Xi’an - We took a day tour to the Terracotta Army and also the Xi’an Ancient Walls and Giant Goose Pagoda.
It was an excellent experience, we had a great time and learnt many interesting facts about the history of Xi’an and the Terracotta Army.
Our guide Andy was very friendly and knowledgeable.
We also had lunch at Andy’s parents place, with a warm welcoming and many delicious home made traditional dishes.
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David_a
Nov 7, 2025
A fantastic tour - Andy, our guide and owner of the business, contacted me the day before through WhatsApp to confirm pickup time and place and was there when he said he'd be.
The day itself was brilliant. Andy explained the history of the discovery of the warriors and also about the time they were built. He also explained about the history of Xi'an, and also how things had changed dramatically in his lifetime.
As for the actual visit to the Warriors, it was excellent and Andy was a great guide.
But the icing on the cake for this trip was lunch with a local family. But not just any family. It was with his parents in their little village. We were made to feel very welcome and the food was delicious and plentiful.
It was a very memorable day and I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone.
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Wayne_h
Oct 23, 2025
A nice tour and lunch - Andy the tour guide provided a personal service, pick up and drop off from/to the hotel. The history and details were explained clearly and after the tour the lunch at the family's place was quite nice.
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