Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda
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Is Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda worth booking?
Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a 8-hour experience in Xian, China, from $158 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $158 per person
In this private day trip, you will own a personal guide and a driver who serve no other people, but you. The entire trip is arranged to your own pace. This trip will enable you to learn about two great dynasties of China
What you get
About this experience
In this private day trip, you will own a personal guide and a driver who serve no other people, but you. The entire trip is arranged to your own pace. This trip will enable you to learn about two great dynasties of China - Qin and Tang Dynasty. From the grand masoleum of Qin Shi Huang, you will see the first union of the whole China and learn about what it means to later generations. While visiting Big Wild Goose Pagoda, you will see the great influence of Tang Dynasty and its dipomatic policy to other nations. After the trip, your guide will see you back to hotel safe and sound.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
- Personal tour guide
- Parking fees
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee for Terracotta Army and Big Wild Goose Pagoda
What you'll see and do
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
In the early morning, your private guide will meet you at your centrally located hotel lobby and lead you to enjoy this amazing trip. Your fist destination would be Terracotta Warriors Museum. Located about an hour’s drive from Xian center, Terracotta Warriors and Horses are the most important archaeological findings in 20th century. Discovered by a local farmer who was digging a well and encounter with massive quantity of pottery pieces, Terracotta Army site is the burial company of the first Emperor ‘s grand mausoleum in China - Qin Shi Huang. Entering into the museum, you will see three pits displaying different parts of the army. Each soldier has an unique facial expressions indicating their feelings, which is quite remarkable. There are also many chariots, horses weapons and daily stuff, all these indicates the prosperity of Qin Dynasty and the technique development back then. The emperor wanted to rule even after his death, so he ordered a strong army to be built to fight for him. It was said that these warriors were all made based on actual soldiers in Qin Dynasty. Standing in such a great discovery, you will be absolutely overwhelmed.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
After visiting the great Terracotta Warriors, you must be starving. Your guide will recommend a local restaurant where you can have lunch and rest a bit before heading back city. After lunch, your tour moves to a city historic site - Big Wild Goose Pagoda. This is a Tang-era Buddhist pagoda with a history of over 1400 years. You might have heard about the story Journey to the West in which that the great Buddhism monk Xuan Zang had overcome 81 challenges and finally brought back the Buddhism scriptures from India. Well, this story was told on the basis of an actually person - Xuan Zang except that he didn’t bring any monkey or pig or any other mythological people. This pagoda has collected most of his works from India, together with masterpieces that he translated later. The pagoda itself got repaired again and again in later times and the one you see now endured the last restoration in 1964. Coming here, you will see that the pagoda actually sits inside the Da Ci’en Temple. Nowadays, it is more like a public park that hosts locals singing, dancing, exercising, having dinner, meeting friends, etc.. If you get lucky, you might enjoy a beautiful fountain show performed in the largest fountain of Asia. After the trip, you will be transported back to hotel for rest.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Stefanie's XiAn Private Tour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You can reach me via my WhatsApp/WeChat: +86 13008421515
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Memorable Xi’an.
Our trip was well managed by Stefanie. She is informative and responsive. Even if she did not know the answer she would research it before responding. Knowledgable, patient and punctual. She spent time with us instead of rushing and did not push to spend unnecessarily. An excellent tour guide with a wonderful personality.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent guide by Melanie provided by Stefanie Xi'an tour
We are travellers from Victoria BC Canada. We flew from Shanghai to Xi'an arriving at 9:30am and were met at the airport by Melanie, our guide provided by Stefanie's Xi'an tour. We spent 2 full days in Xi'an. We are very pleased with Melanie's guide service, her command of the english language is superb, she is very knowledgeable of the ancient chinese history during the reign of different emperors dynasties. Melanie took us to the terracotta army warriors and showed the number of pits where they were discovered. She also took us to the city wall in Xi'an as well as the Wild Goose Pagoda, drum tower, bell tower, as well as to the Muslim quarter. Our short 2 days in Xi'an made us very knowledgeable about the history of Xi'an, thanks to Melanie our guide provided by Stefanie's Xi'an private tour. We would certainly recommend Stefanie Xi'an private tour to anyone visiting Xi'an, she is reliable and charged reasonable rate. Our private driver Zhang drove us back to the airport on the last day, he was punctual and very courteous despite no english, but we used Google translate and it did the job. Bravo to Stefanie, Melanie and Zhang !!!
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
- $158 to $261
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda cost?
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Prices start at $158 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 Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda 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 Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda?
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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 Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda 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 Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda?
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Around 1 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 Guided Tour to Terracotta Warriors & Big Wild Goose Pagoda 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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