Book this tour and skip the crowd to visit the Terracotta Warriors with an ease.
This private customizable day tour will take you to visit Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and two of the following highlights of Xian according to your personal interests: The Tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi, Huaqing Hot Springs, Banpo Museum, Xian City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, The Great Mosque or the Muslim Street (Any other downtown attractions like Xian Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Forest of Stone Steles, Bell Tower and Drum Tower can also be arranged if you are interested). Most importantly, there is no shopping stops so you will enjoy your time in Xi'an to the fullest!
Tour Options
Private roundtrip transfers
Private Transfers (no guide): 8 hour veteran transfer service from downtown hotel to Terracotta Warriors & other 2 sites. Guide & admission excluded.
Pickup included
Hotel pickup+Guide+Car
Private Tour Guide+Transfers: No need to sit on a bus up to 2 hours to pick up other travelers from one hotel to another. No shopping detours.
Private Guide+Private Transfer: 8 hour tour to Terracotta Warriors & any other two sites. Private English speaking guide & transfer. Admissions paid on site.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Admission not included180 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
Admission not included60 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
Admission not included60 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
60 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
Admission not included30 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
Admission not included30 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
Admission not included30 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
30 min
For maximum flexibility, we arrange to visit if you choose to visit this site
Highlights
Private tour guide if option selected
Private round trip downtown hotel transfers
if default option selected
What's included
Included
Private tour guide if option selected
Private round trip downtown hotel transfers
if default option selected
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Terracotta Warriors
Huaqing Palace
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Xi'an City Wall
Xi'an Mosque
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from any downtown Xian hotels or hostels. Please input if your hotel is not in the list.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Admissions add up to US$17.00 to US$42.00 per person based on sites of your choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Skip-the-Crowd Private Terracotta Warriors Tour with Options take?
Skip-the-Crowd Private Terracotta Warriors Tour with Options lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Skip-the-Crowd Private Terracotta Warriors Tour with Options cost?
Prices start at $88 per person for this Xian experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Skip-the-Crowd Private Terracotta Warriors Tour with Options for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from any downtown Xian hotels or hostels. Please input if your hotel is not in the list. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyIBsZ/CzbVYF2jES+5lH3CA=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyDqw1UOvhj+uPGqDFHcjzN8=.
What languages is Skip-the-Crowd Private Terracotta Warriors Tour with Options offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(333)
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Marco W
July 5, 2026
Private Tour City Wall and Terracotta Warriors
We had a wonderful tour in Xi’an and really enjoyed the whole day.
Our guide Linda was very kind, friendly, and professional. She took excellent care of us throughout the tour, explained everything very well, and made the visit to the Terracotta Warriors and the city wall very interesting and enjoyable.
Everything was well organized, and we felt very comfortable from start to finish. We can definitely recommend this tour and would like to thank Linda again for the great experience.
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HelsBels007
July 1, 2026
Amazing and awe inspiring!
This was the most extraordinarily brilliant day! Linda our incredible English speaking guide was simply perfect in every way! She arrived early to collect us with the driver from our hotel and then off we went! We were able to add in seeing The Big Goose Pagoda first thing in the morning ahead of the Terracotta Warriors followed by a delicious local lunch and tea tasting. Then off for a special reflexology session. Linda’s knowledge helped make our day extra special! She was able to tailor the day to our needs and wants. We would highly recommend this tour and especially Linda as the guide! 5 stars isn’t enough!
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Miriam_B
June 17, 2026
Great experience in Xi’an
We had a great day visiting the Terracotta Warriors and then the Wild Goose Pagoda. There were other options on the tour but we had already visited the wall and the towers as our hotel was close to them. Linda was an excellent guide. She is extremely knowledgeable and helped us get the best out of our visit. She took us to a lovely restaurant for lunch and as I’m vegan helped me to select a suitable meal which was delicious. The restaurant also had a tea house and we tried different teas. The Terracotta Warriors are well worth a visit. It’s such an interesting place and the excavations are ongoing. The history of the pagoda is also really fascinating. We climbed to the top and could see all around the city. I would highly recommend this tour with Linda as she was so friendly and helpful and pointed out other places of interest in Xi’an along the way. Communication was great. Our driver was also very professional and we felt safe. Water and fresh apricots were provided in the car. We enjoyed the day very much.
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GrandTour24757956209
June 11, 2026
Interesting and informative day out
We had a great day visiting the Terracotta Warriors and then the Wild Goose Pagoda. There were other options on the tour but we had already visited the wall and the towers as our hotel was close to them. Linda was an excellent guide. She is extremely knowledgeable and helped us get the best out of our visit. She took us to a lovely restaurant for lunch and as I’m vegan helped me to select a suitable meal which was delicious. The restaurant also had a tea house and we tried different teas. The Terracotta Warriors are well worth a visit. It’s such an interesting place and the excavations are ongoing. The history of the pagoda is also really fascinating. We climbed to the top and could see all around the city. I would highly recommend this tour with Linda as she was so friendly and helpful and pointed out other places of interest in Xi’an along the way. Communication was great. Our driver was also very professional and we felt safe. Water and fresh apricots were provided in the car. We enjoyed the day very much.
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Sebastien_D
May 22, 2026
No stress and flexible.
Hillary is a fantastic guide who knows the region and its history very well.
We loved the noodles at noon.
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janetf2015
May 15, 2026
Great!
Linda is very knowledgeable and speaks English very well. The tour was great and lunch was amazing!
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Mark_H
May 5, 2026
A great day out!
Cindy was our guide, she’s excellent; fluent English, very knowledgeable bringing the history to life for us and a helpful & considerate person who was a pleasure to spend our day with. Communication with the tour company was very good too, at their suggestion we made an early start & entered the Terracotta warriors as it opened, good tip. A private guided tour is really worth it at a busy site like this. We went on to the Emperors burial mound & chariot museum also well worth it, very close to the Warriors & ties the story together. We finished at the Palace & hot springs set in beautiful gardens, again nearby. Really recommend this trip & particularly Cindy as your guide.
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A4578PXandrewh
April 28, 2026
Linda - Incredible Guide
We spent half the day touring the TerraCotta Warriors Museum and half day on the ShaanXi History Museum. Linda was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly - I highly recommend her to anyone with keen interest in China’s history, arts, and culture. My partner and I walked away with a much deeper understanding of Ancient China and we are very grateful!
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Timothy_H
April 12, 2026
Great tour with Linda. OK lunch
Excellent but crowded. Pagoda, Wall, Warriors. Pagoda garden a highlight in April. Ask for Linda. She is easy to understand for Americans
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Kumchung_F
January 6, 2026
Good tour
Very good tour very enjoyable
Very good tour guide. Experience ed and the terracotta soldiers were very fun. Huagong palace felt like it much there though. Feels like a theme park of sorts
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