All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch
Description
Skip the crowded coach tours and enjoy an intimate small-group half-day tour to the Terracotta Army. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll explore all three archaeological pits and the artifact exhibition hall at this stunning 2,200-year-old UNESCO World Heritage site. If you need, choose our private tour option for greater flexibility. - Beat the Crowds: Early morning entry to the Terracotta Army Museum - No Rushing: Extended visit duration with comprehensive expert commentary - All-inclusive: Hotel pickup via air-conditioned vehicle, professional guide and driver, entry tickets - Complimentary Buffet Lunch: Savor authentic local dishes, bypassing low-quality tourist restaurants
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your morning begins with a greeting from your guide right in your hotel lobby. Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle for a 1-hour drive to the Terracotta Army, as your expert guide shares insights into this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Beat the crowds with early entry and enjoy an immersive, 3-hour journey through the 2,200-year-old Terracotta Army of China’s First Emperor. You’ll fully explore all three burial pits housing over 8,000 life-sized warriors, horses, and chariots, as well as a special exhibition featuring rare artifacts. Pit 1: Stand in awe before the massive army, alongside occasional excavation work. Pit 2: Decode the ranks of individual warriors from their postures and armors. Pit 3: Explore the command center of the entire underground army. Your guide won’t just recite history. They’ll bring the legendary Qin Empire to life with fascinating trivia and hidden secrets, revealing a dynasty that once rivaled the Roman Empire. Ready to step back in time?
For lunch, refuel with an upscale buffet featuring over 25 gourmet dishes. Watch chefs prepare authentic local specialties like Chinese hamburgers and hand-pulled noodles right before your eyes in the open kitchen, while enjoying Western favorites like macaroni, fried chicken, and croissants. Finish with a selection of pastries, fruits, and soft drinks. Skip the overcrowded tourist restaurants and low-quality village lunches.
After lunch, relax on an escorted transfer back to downtown Xi'an. Your tour will conclude at the square before the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Please return independently; your guide will assist you with transport advice for your journey back to your hotel. For Your Information: The 1,300-year-old Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is a World Heritage site that played a vital role in the spread of Buddhism in China. The adjacent pedestrian street Great Tang All Day Mall featuring brilliant traditional costume performances is also worth exploring. Note: We offer mini-group and private tour options. Check availability to choose the perfect fit for your travel style.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Free pickup at your downtown hotel lobby. Your pickup time will be confirmed one day in advance. If your hotel is not listed, please specify its name and address in special requirements.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free pickup is included for downtown hotels. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed one day prior.
- Please provide your accurate passport information for real-name ticket bookings, and make sure to carry the same valid ID on the tour day; otherwise, the scenic area will deny entry.
- The tour is not recommended for senior travelers over 85.
- Mini Group: About 12 people with more personal care.
Reviews(788)
Roger was a great guide with excellent communication skills and an absolutely friendly chap! He gave us so many insights about all the places that were covered- took us to specific important spots and explained the significance in great detail. Thanks a lot, Roger and I wish you happiness, health and prosperity in your soon-to-be married life! - Priya
Thanks for your lovely feedback! Roger will be absolutely delighted to hear that his communication skills and friendly personality stood out to you. He truly loves sharing his knowledge with guests. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back!
It was a great day out. Our guide, Tracey was so friendly and informative. She was patient and helpful. We had a great time!
Thank you for your review! We're so glad Tracey's wonderful guidance and your great day came together so perfectly. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back!
Amazing tour! Tracy was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions, lunch was great and pick up punctual!
We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. Knowing that Tracy's knowledge, the great lunch, and the punctual pickup made your tour so amazing means a lot to us. We'll make sure she knows just how much you appreciated her. Thank you for choosing us!
Our guide Roger was great. He was very knowledgeable and informative. He had lots of facts about Xi'an, and Chinese history. When it came to the tour of terracotta warriors, Rodger knew the best places to get the good angles of the warriors. Rodger was very attentive to the guests, making sure everyone was ok. The transport was on time and comfortable. I would highly recommend booking with Travel Guide China, with Rodger as your guide.
Thank you for your review! We're especially glad Roger was so attentive to every guest, making sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of. That level of care, combined with his knowledge and the smooth transport, made for a perfect experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and your recommendation!
The tour to the Terracotta Soldiers in Xian was an amazing experience. Celine, our guide, gave us the best information and showed us the less crowded places to take beautiful photos. She speakes fluently English so it was easy and fun (also for the kids) to spend a hot day learning a little bit about the ancient Chinese history. Thank you so much, Celine!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad the Terracotta Warriors tour was such an amazing experience for your family. Celine will be absolutely delighted to hear that her fluent English, great information, and those less-crowded photo spots made the hot day so enjoyable — even for the kids! She truly knows how to make history fun for all ages. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. Hope to welcome you back!
We visited the Terracotta Army, the Wild Goose Pagoda and the city walls today and it was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Celine, was lovely! She gave us a lot of information and showed us the vest parts of all the attraction points. It was very effective which was perfect considering the heat! Thank you, Celine! We had a lovely time today! 🤗
We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. Knowing that Celine's knowledge, efficiency, and warmth made your Xi'an tour so enjoyable means a lot to us. We'll make sure she knows just how much you appreciated her. Thank you for choosing us!
We had a fabulous day with Roger and Mr Yang. We saw the terracotta warriors, the city wall and the pagoda. We were so well looked after and it was very organized.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had a fabulous day with Roger and Mr. Yang exploring the Terracotta Warriors, City Wall, and Pagoda. It's great to hear that you were so well looked after and that everything was well organized. We'll be sure to share your kind words with both of them. Hope to welcome you back!
Had a great day exploring Celine was our tour guide she looked after us very well and is very knowledgeable. She also gave us time to wonder on our own and take pictures. Highly recommend doing a tour with her 😊
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you had a great day exploring with Celine. Her knowledge and care clearly made the experience special — and we love that she gave you time to wander and take pictures on your own. That balance is so important. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and will be sure to share your kind words with her. Hope to welcome you back!
A wonderful day tour for Xi’an. Celine was an excellent guide and clearly knew so much about every location that we visited. She knew the exact strategic places to take the perfect photos in the crowded Terracotta Army museum. It’s the perfect way to spend your time in Xi’an, I learned so much history from her. The taxi picked us up on time and was extremely efficient. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who’s unsure of what tour to go on. It’s a great summary of Xi’an and its fascinating history.
We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. Knowing that Celine's deep knowledge, photo-savvy guidance, and the seamless organization made your Xi'an tour so memorable means a lot to us. We'll make sure she knows just how much you appreciated her. Thank you for choosing us — and for recommending us to other travelers. We'd be honored to welcome you back anytime.
Tracy did a great job on the tour. It was very hot during July and prepare for a lot of tourists for summer break.
Thanks for your lovely feedback! Tracy will be delighted to hear that her guidance stood out to you — even on a hot, busy summer day. She really knows how to keep things moving smoothly. We'll pass along your gratitude to her. And thank you for the helpful weather and crowd advice for future guests!
