This is a private and in-depth historical tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. A professional and knowledgeable tour guide will deeply analyzing the historical background of the era when the Terracotta Warriors were made, the political environment, the development of the social economy and law, as well as the military situation at that time. During the visit to the three pits of the Terracotta Warriors, from the perspective of the science, technology and culture of the Qin Dynasty 2,200 years ago, the tour guide will lead you to appreciate the realistic sculptural art of the Terracotta Warriors. You can also learn more historical stories from the costumes of the Terracotta Warriors and the appearance of the archaeological site. All entry tickets, golf car tickets, private English guide, hotel pickup and drop off, whole day private transfer are all included in this tour.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $138.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Your private guide or driver will meet you at the time you request on the booking page. It's about a one - hour drive to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. You will spend 3 hours exploring Pit 1, Pit 2, and Pit 3, learning about Qin Dynasty history and culture without any stops at tourist - related factories. After visiting the Terracotta Army, you will proceed to the Qin Emperor's Mausoleum and discover more new archaeological sites, such as the bronze chariots, civilian officers, and the Acrobats discovery site. Lunch at an authentic Xi'an local restaurant is optional. You can choose dishes like belt noodles or other local specialties, accompanied by local beer or soda for a break. Then, after a one - hour drive back to downtown, you can start your afternoon activities. (Costs are at your own expense.) NOTE: Please provide your passport information on the booking page for advance ticket pre - booking.
Pickup point is the hotel lobby within the 3rd ring road of Xi'an. If your hotel location is out of the 3rd ring road, it will cause an extra payment.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Xi’an Private Terracotta Army Half-Day Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $84 per person for this Xian experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $138. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 14 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 2:00 PM.
Children aged 4–9 pay from $60, adults from $84. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup point is the hotel lobby within the 3rd ring road of Xi'an. If your hotel location is out of the 3rd ring road, it will cause an extra payment. Pickup points include Shaanxi Hotel, Lanshan Gongguan Youzhe Home Apartment Hotel.
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Xi’an Private Terracotta Army Half-Day Tour | 5 hours | 5.0 (38) | $84 | |
 All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch | 6 hours | 5.0 (983) | $49 | View |
 Half-day tour to the Terra Cotta Army Museum with great flexibility | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (1) | $120 | View |
 Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar | 9–10 hours | 4.9 (1,705) | $24 | View |
 Mini Group Half day Terra Cotta Army Museum Tour | 4–6 hours | 4.0 (1) | $60 | View |
 Mini Group: Half-Day Xi'an Terracotta Warriors Discovery Tour | 5 hours | 4.9 (22) | $148 | View |
 Terracotta Warriors Half Day Tour Optional Ticket | 5 hours | — | $25 | View |
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 15 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
