3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour
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Is 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour worth booking?
3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour is a 72-hour experience in Xian, China, from $488 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 72 hours
- From
- $488 per person
As the ancient Chinese capital city and hometown of world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Xian is one of the top destinations for tourists who visit China for the first time. This 3 days fully guided small group t
What you get
About this experience
As the ancient Chinese capital city and hometown of world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Xian is one of the top destinations for tourists who visit China for the first time. This 3 days fully guided small group tour is the best choice for the first-time visitors who want to see more things with less cost. In the 3 days you will see: Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Banpo Museum, City Wall, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter, Mt. Huashan, etc.
What's included
Included
- Round way scenic shuttle bus and North Peak cable car in Huashan
- One bottle of mineral water per day
- English speaking tour guide
- Entrance tickets
- Air-condition car and licensed driver
Not included
- Hotel
- Any Meals
- Personal expense
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Xian
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- China Travel Service
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- The cost is based on pickup and drop off from hotel in Xian city area. If you arrive or depart Xian by train and need the train station transfer. The extra cost is CNY100 per way to Xian city train station, CNY200 per way to North Xian Station.
- The touring activities on three days may be done in inverse order according to the booking of other tourists. While we promise you will visit all mentioned sites unless the event of Force Majeure.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
- You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Positive experience!
This was our first trip to China, and we were quite worried about scams at the beginning. After reading several positive reviews, we decided to try China Xian Tour operator, and it turned out to be an excellent decision. Our tour operator Lenna was amazing. She planned everything for us within 1–2 days, even though we only contacted her about 2–3 weeks before our trip. She was extremely patient with all our requests and changes, gave great advice, and made the whole planning process smooth and stress-free. The prices were also very reasonable for the quality of service we received. Our tour guide Mr. Kai and driver Mr. Guo were both fantastic—friendly, genuine, and very knowledgeable. A big plus was that all entrance tickets were handled by Mr. Kai, so we didn’t have to worry about buying or managing anything ourselves. Everything was well-organized and seamless. Xi’an itself is a very nice and clean city. We found the locals to be extremely friendly and helpful, whether at the hotel, in restaurants, or even with street vendors. This made our trip even more enjoyable and welcoming. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and highly recommend China Xian Tour operator, especially for first-time travelers to China.
Response from the operator: Dear Eileen, Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! We are truly honored that you chose to trust us for your first trip to China, and we are overjoyed to have exceeded your expectations. It was my absolute pleasure to help plan your Xi'an adventure swiftly and smoothly. I will gladly share your heartfelt compliments with Mr. Kai and Mr. Guo – we are very proud of their exceptional service. We are also delighted that you found Xi’an to be such a welcoming and friendly city. Your strong recommendation, especially to first-time travelers, means everything to our team. We sincerely hope to welcome you back to explore more of China in the future! Warm regards, Lenna China Xian Tour
via Tripadvisor
An interesting and informative tour handled by a reliable company
Both my wife and I cannot read Chinese, and were quite worried when booking the private tour starting from Chengdu. Mrs Nancy Liu, the senior tour consultant who handled our booking, was very helpful and prompt in answering our queries and looking into every minute detail. She was very precise and concise in her instructions including our to and fro high speed train journey. The tour itself was informative and covered many interesting places. Our tour guide was very punctual and her vast knowledge made it possible for us to appreciate the tour even more. We also moved around in a comfortable car with a careful driver who never kept us waiting. My verdict? An interesting and informative tour superbly handled by a very reliable company that delivers what it promises. Thanks CXT.
via Tripadvisor
Xian: a deep pot of China’s valuable history.
Xian: what a magical place!!!! So full of history and charming lights. I was a solo traveler who joined a small guided tour to the following attractions: TerraCotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi’an Great Wall, Muslim quarter/ snack street, Drum/Bell Tower, Xi’an Museum and Everbright City. You would think it’s not possible to do so many things in 3days but if you have an expert guide like hours, you can do this and more!!!! Noble was our guide and what an amazing guide he is. Speaks English really well (self-taught), enthusiastic & passionate about the history of his town, and has great people skills. He was such a wealth of knowledge and he tells the stories with so much pride in his voice, that you can’t help but fall in love with Xi’an and the history of the country in general. He suggested a show that tells the history of the beginning of the Silk Road & boy were we in for a treat!!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾What a spectacular show, with real camels and real wolf dogs. Do yourself a favor and ask your guide about this hour long show. The tickets are a bit steep but oh so worth it!!!! It’s in Chinese but there‘a a screen that has English translation. Our guide also took us to a restaurant that’s famous for local cuisine and everything we tried on the menu, we like. The dinner was followed by a walk in Everbright City which was breathtaking!!!! 😍🥰😍 One can’t get over the beauty of those lights. Every place we went to came with great history lessons from Noble that one would definitely not get from the internet, no matter how much you Google. Highlights of the tour: meeting the farmer who discovered the Terra-cotta Warriors, what an honor!, The start of The Silk Road show, Terra-Cotta Warriors, seeing that many real artifacts in Xi’an Museum & of course, Everbright City. I even went back to Everbright City during the day. Lowlights of the tour: traffic. 😭😭😭 Do not make the mistake (like we did) of booking this tour during peak season. To say it was busy would be an understatement!!!!! Though our guide knew all the back alleys and meandered us expertly, there was no way of avoiding traffic unfortunately. We missed going to the big Pagoda on the scheduled day coz of it, but we fitted it on the next day. 2. It rained so much on our last day. 😭😭😭 And most of our activities were outside. Both of these were out of control for our guide and noone’s fault really so we understood but our guide also made the rainy day enjoyable. I’d give my guide (Noble Liu) a 15/10 for his knowledge and people’s skills. The trip itself is a 12/10. 😍😍😍 If you’re a history geek and you haven’t been to Xi’an, you are missing out!!!!
Response from the operator: We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for taking the time to leave such a positive review of your recent Xi'an tour experience.
via Tripadvisor
Friendly and knowledgeable guide
Our tour guide is very knowledgeable in Xi'an history. Very friendly and passionate when answering our questions. He easily treats us family and vice versa. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: We are so happy to know that you spent a wonderful time with us during your Xian Tour. With your positive encouragement, we will definitely try to keep and do a better job in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Magnificent Xi'an tour with Noble our tour guide from Joy travel
This has been an amazing experience with Joy travel and our excellent tour guide Noble. No words can express our review (my husband and I). Our first tour in China since we have been here and we are looking forward to many more to come. From the magnificent hotel, to having a reliable driver during this holiday period, Noble our fantastic tour guide. We learned so much details about each place we visited. At the Muslim quarters we got to taste so many different delicious foods. When we visited the Pagoda and the Buddhist temple Noble taught us so much about the history related to it. Visiting the terracotta army was so memorable as we learned how to identify the different warriors by their hats they wore and what the different pits were related to. We also got to meet the farmer who discovered the army, took a photo and got to go shopping around for Jade. Noble gave us great advice about where we should buy souvenirs from. Noble also recommended the beautiful and we'll organized show about the silk road. He also took us for some local Shaanxi cuisine which was so delicious. We visited the city wall and not forgetting the Pagodas. Without our tour guide we would have not learned anything. We really appreciated having Noble explain in English and with so much details. We learned about the history in Xi'an, different dynasties, Buddhism, the silk road and so much more. I would definitely recommend Joy travel to any foreigner visiting China and if they are visiting Xi'an, please make sure you get Noble as a tour guide. He's the best!
Response from the operator: We are so happy to know that you spent a wonderful time with us during your Xian Tour. With your positive encouragement, we will definitely try to keep and do a better job in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 72 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour cost?
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Prices start at $488 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Xian usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour take?
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Plan for about 72 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Xian is not rushed.
Is 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Xian, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Xian can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Xian and add a light layer if any part of the 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 Days Xian Highlight Small Group Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Xian within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Xian?
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On Outty we rank every Xian experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Xi'an Day Tour: Terracotta Army&Optional City Attractions, All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch, 2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Xian?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Xian?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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