Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian in Xian
Xian, China

Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian

Outty Ranking 68 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $45

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Is Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian worth booking?

Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian is a 8-hour experience in Xian, China, from $45 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
8 hours
From
$45 per person

This private day tour is customizable based on your interest, you will visit the significant archeological excavation of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and choose optional afternoon sightseeing you are interested.

What you get

    About this experience

    This private day tour is customizable based on your interest, you will visit the significant archeological excavation of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and choose optional afternoon sightseeing you are interested. With no time-consuming shopping stops, this customizable Terracotta Warriors trip includes air-conditioned private transportation and professional English-speaking tour guide.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Bottled water
    • English-speaking guide
    • Hotel pick-up & drop off
    • Professional driver

    Not included

    • Lunch on your own
    • Entrance ticket fee
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

      The tour guide will pick you up from Xian downtown hotel at 9:00 am, sit in the comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to start the highlights trip. After around 1 hour driving, you will firstly reach the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the must see in Xi’an and most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. Follow your tour guide and spend enough time to explore all three sections No. 1 Pit, No. 2 Pit, and No. 3 Pit tagged in the order of their discoveries. Later have a break for Lunch at your own expense, you may ask your guide to get some advice. Flexible tour options are provided in the afternoon, you can choose your preferred two more sites in the downtown area to continue the sightseeing, like City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Shaanxi History Museum, Bell & Drum Tower, Muslim Quarter, Great Mosque, Gao's Grand Courtyard, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, or Forest of Stone Steles Museum. Afterwards, drive back to your hotel to conclude the trip.

      480 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    TWT Travel

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
    • Please advise your preferred afternoon sites for a better arrangement while booking
    • This tour offers you the most flexibility by leaving the afternoon time open and lunch and entrance fee on your own
    • Entrance tickets and meal fees are excluded in this tour, please pay on the spot based on your customized itinerary

    Photos

    Terracotta Warriors and Horses MuseumCustomizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian in Xian, photo 3Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian in Xian, photo 4Terracotta WarriorsCity WallTerracotta Warriors and Horses Museum

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    1 mention

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    21karwail · November 2024

    Good personal tour

    Maria from TWT local tour did a very good job in explaining the history and the whole trip was smooth . Driver was very polite and tends to my needs like bottle water and umbrella

    via Tripadvisor

    OnAir47588108738 · October 2024

    A day in Xi'an

    This was an excellent tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and very friendly. I really only went to Xi'an for the Terracotta Warriors, but the guide suggested a myriad of other cool activities to do afterwards. I ended up visiting the city wall, the muslim district, and seeing a cool show with a dumpling meal accompaniment. All in all a wonderful day, and well worth doing.

    via Tripadvisor

    Summer B · August 2024

    Best day in China!

    Solo mom traveling with my teen son. This was a fantastic day trip. Maria and driver were very helpful made the whole day easy and relaxing. Highly recommend!!

    via Tripadvisor

    playkoon · January 2024

    First time in Xi’an

    First time in Xi’an, we decided to get a guide as we wanted to know more about the rich history of this city. Jerry, our tour guide, was amazing. Even before we met him, he will send texts and reminders on the weather in xi an, and what to take note of before reaching. Not only did he recommend what are the shows worth watching in xi an, which indeed we fully enjoyed, he even recommended a few nice eateries near the hotel we were staying. He’s able to tell us Xian rich history simply. We highly recommended him and his partner (driver), Tom!

    via Tripadvisor

    Toni J · June 2018

    Terra Cotta Warriors and More

    My friend and I were lucky enough to have Linda Guo as our guide on a recent trip to Xi’an, China. Linda was prompt, gracious and absolutely delightful! She shared her knowledge of the area, both past and present. Once at the warriors she made sure we got all the pictures we wanted and had answered all our questions before moving on. Again, sharing her knowledge of the warriors was just right - not too much to overwhelm but not too little either. For lunch, she took us to a restaurant and offered to order for us, which we eagerly accepted, but she would have been open to our own requests as well. The City Wall Tour, Drum Tower, Bell Tower, and a stroll down the Muslim Quarter food street concluded our tour. She was well aware when we were tiring and didn’t push us. I highly recommend Linda. Linda can be reached at: terracottawarriorstour.com

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $45 to $229
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.

    How much does Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian cost?

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    Prices start at $45 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 Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Xian, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian?

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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour in Xian 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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