
Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights
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Is Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights worth booking?
Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights is a 8-hour experience in Xian, China, from $59 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, 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
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Hit all the highlights of Xi'an on this private full-day tour (8 hours) with a dedicated guide. See the Shaanxi cute panda, golden monkeys and takins on earth at the Animal Protection Center. Stay at Guangren Temple and
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Entry/Admission - Shaanxi Animal Protection Center
- Transport by private vehicle
About this experience
Hit all the highlights of Xi'an on this private full-day tour (8 hours) with a dedicated guide. See the Shaanxi cute panda, golden monkeys and takins on earth at the Animal Protection Center. Stay at Guangren Temple and Muslim street, Private pickup and drop-off at your Xi'an hotel included.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Entry/Admission - Shaanxi Animal Protection Center
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food
What you'll see and do
Shaanxi Wild Animal Breeding and Protection Center
Meet your guide and driver in your hotel lobby and start your exciting sightseeing tour from the Animal Protection Center, This is the best place near Xi'an for seeing pandas, this is the earliest center of this kind in China as well as one of the 4 major panda breeding centers in China. It has the only brown panda Qizai in the world. In addition, it has the largest clusters of crested ibises, golden monkeys and takins on earth. You will be elabrated on the endangered animals like pandas, crested ibises and takins. The pandas including the brown and rare one, You will see them playing, eating food, etc.They are very azy and cute.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Guangren Temple
Next you will to Guangren Temple, it was first established by Kangxi Emperor in 1705, during the 44th year of Kangxi period (1661–1922) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911). During the Qing dynasty, a largest number of Tibetan Buddhist leaders had to give an audience to the emperor in Beijing. Therefore, the Qing court built this Tibetan Buddhist temple in Shaanxi to provide places for the religious leaders to get accommodation and participate in Buddhist activities. The entire temple faces south with the Shanmen, Four Heavenly Kings Hall, Changshou Hall (长寿殿), Hufa Jingang Hall (护法金刚殿), Main Hall, Reception Room, HalI of the God of Wealth, Thousand Buddha Hall, Buddhist Texts Library, and Mahavira Hall along the central axis of the complex.
60 minutes here
Muslim Quarter
Then walk on the Muslim Quarter, Learn about all kinds of folk art and taste various snacks here.As a block famous for its various food, although the Muslim Quarter is regarded as a tourism spot for the tourists coming from other places, the locals considered it as the place for snacks and entertainment. Especially in summer, you can find tons of local people having snacks and amusing themselves there. In here, you can find the true Xian lifestyle. The tour end, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Jeff Ning China Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An amazing day had in Xi’an!
Today was the best day! The driver and guy were early and on point and ready for the day. Amy is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Xi’an! I learned so much in such a short period of time it was simply amazing. The pandas were plenty and the dumplings we to die for. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, but must say that Amy made it 10 times better. Cannot recommend this tour enough!
via Tripadvisor
Great learning experience
We loved every minute of the tour. Our guide Meggie was amazing, she knew all the answers to our questions and taught us many interesting facts. Honestly one of the best tours we have had since living in China. The driver and private van were amazing and the food was incredible. We are glad we got to experience an amazing day with such wonderful hosts!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for such a heartfelt review, Jeff Ning and he team are glad you had a great time in China. Welcome back to China whenever you want!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $59 to $332
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $59 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 Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights 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 Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". 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 Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights?
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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 Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights?
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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 Private Day Tour: Xi'an Panda(QI ZAI)and City Highlights 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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