Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall
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Is Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall worth booking?
Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall is a 9-hour experience in Xian, China, from $49 per person. It scores 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 81 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 88 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (81)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $49 per person
Discover the top attraction around Xi’an on a private full-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Begin with a trip to the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Be amazed by the 2,000-ye
What you get
About this experience
Discover the top attraction around Xi’an on a private full-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Begin with a trip to the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Be amazed by the 2,000-year-old complex where the life-sized Terracotta Warriors guard the mausoleum of China’s first emperor. Explore old Xi’an by visiting the Ancient City Wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Focus on the places that interest you most on your private tour of this important cultural capital.
What's included
Included
- Dedicated driver & premium vehicle
- Entry tickets & buffet lunch (for mini group tour options)
- Unlimited bottled water
- Pickup & drop-off at your downtown hotel lobby
- Private English-speaking guide
- Free child seat upon request
Not included
- Entry tickets and lunch, payable on site (for private tour options)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Xi'an
Your tour guide and driver will greet you in your hotel lobby and then escort you directly to the Terracotta Army Museum in a premium vehicle. The drive takes approximately one hour, during which your guide will share some brief historical background on the remarkable wonder you're about to explore.
60 minutes here
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Upon arrival, your guide will walk you through the three main pits to see the terracotta warriors and horses up close. You'll also visit the exhibition hall to view selected artifacts, including bronze items and weapons. The visit takes about 2.5 to 3 hours, giving you plenty of time to admire at a relaxed pace.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Drive back to downtown to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a Tang Dynasty landmark built in 652 AD to house Buddhist scriptures brought from India by the monk Xuanzang. As a key site along the ancient Silk Road, it served as an important center for translating and introducing Indian Buddhism to China.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Xi'an City Wall
Next, you'll visit the ancient City Wall—the largest and best-preserved city wall in China. Your guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights about this encircled structure. For a more active experience, you may rent a bicycle to ride along the top of the wall at your own expense.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Muslim Quarter
After that, you'll explore the Muslim Quarter, famous for its diverse halal snacks and street food. From sizzling lamb skewers and savory pastries to sweet desserts and fresh fruit drinks, the vibrant stalls offer a feast for both the eyes and the palate. It's a great place to experience the local food culture.
60 minutes here
Xi'an
At the end of the tour, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel. Thank you for choosing to travel with us! Please note that we offer both private and mini-group tour options. Check availability to select the one that best suits your needs.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
1-Day Mini Group Xi'an Tours
Feature: All highlights in one go, with mini-group flexibility and big savings. All-inclusive: Entry tickets, guide & driver, hotel pickup & drop-off, and a buffet lunch with 25+ dishes & local snacks. Route: Terracotta Army, Buffet Lunch, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, and Muslim Bazaar (pass-by). Pickup included
Private Tour & Hotel Transfers
Classic Route: 1 Day Terracotta Army, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall & Muslim Quarter – fully customizable to your personal interests. Inclusion: Pickup & drop-off at your downtown hotel, private English-speaking guide, exclusive vehicle with driver. Pickup included
Tour & Airport/Station Pickup
Private Tour: 1 Day Terracotta Army, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall & Muslim Quarter – fully customizable to your personal interests. Inclusions : Flexible pickup & drop-off from airport or train station, private English-speaking guide, exclusive vehicle with driver. Pickup included
Mini Group to Terracotta Army
Feature: Skip the big-group rush and enjoy an in-depth museum tour with an expert local guide. All-inclusive: Hotel pickup, guide & driver, entry ticket, buffet lunch with 25+ dishes & local snacks, drop-off at Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Duration: 6 hours Pickup included
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
- Travel China Guide
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entry tickets for private tours are payable on site, and we guarantee availability.
- Please bring your valid passport on the day of travel.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 81 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
81 verified traveler reviews for Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The full day tour program...
The full day tour program was very well organized and TC was very professional and experienced. Overall, our family enjoyed very much. I highly recommend prevate tour program to family group who has growen ups.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad your family enjoyed the well-organized full day tour with TC's professional guidance. We truly appreciate your recommendation.
via Viator
Good overview of Xi’an.
Jacky was our guide and he was very informative, good English, and knew how to maneuver us through crowded conditions. The terracotta soldiers was superb. The city wall, lunch, and the Muslin Quarter portions of the tour, despite the heat, were also quite interesting.
Response from the operator: Thanks for your lovely feedback! Jacky will be absolutely delighted to hear that his ability to maneuver through crowded conditions and his clear English stood out to you. He truly knows how to make the experience smooth even in busy settings. We'll pass along your gratitude to him. Hope to see you again!
via Viator
A guide is a must for a Terra Cotta Warriors visit
Terra Cotta Warriors Incredible to see, do not miss! Having a guide to help navigate was extremely helpful. Roger provided interesting context and history throughout, plus helped navigate the crowds. Be sure to bring your patience and reduce expectations of personal space. The warriors are so incredible that everyone comes to see them! Great Goose Pagoda Super interesting, we’re so glad to have seen it. We enjoyed the climb to the top and witnessing an active place of worship. Also don’t miss! We could have used additional time here. Xi’an City Walls You can’t go to Xi’an without this experience. We went on our own the day prior to our tour with Roger and felt fortunate to have had extra time to rent bikes and ride around. Roger’s tour allowed us to go into the museum and see parts we’d missed on our own. I recommend seeing it twice like we did- with the tour and separately if you enjoy a long stroll or bike ride. Muslim District Also very interesting. This was an optional stop on our tour so we ended here vs electing to be returned to our hotel by van. We enjoyed the area and are glad we chose to stay. Communication, Logistics, Guide Communication from the tour company was helpful- they reached out well in advance and continued to stay in communication leading up to our tour date. This is a mini group- which looked to max out at around 15 people. The van was air conditioned and comfortable. Our guide, Roger was very well educated on the area and the sites we visited. We liked that he was passionate & eager to share his knowledge. You could tell he was disappointed when folks on the tour snoozed or looked at their phones during the bus ride instead of listening to him as he called out a couple of people who weren’t paying attention. He passed out feedback forms before we left the city wall for our final stop and was insistent that we submit 5-star reviews before leaving for our last stop. If it weren’t for this, I would have rated the tour 5-stars.
Response from the operator: We truly appreciate your balanced and thoughtful feedback. It's wonderful to know that Roger's passion and knowledge made your Xi'an tour so memorable across all the sites. We also want to thank you for your honest note about the feedback forms — we take this seriously and will ensure it doesn't happen again. We'd love the chance to welcome you back for a perfect 5-star experience next time.
via Viator
Excellent day outside the walls of Xi’an
Excellent tour and our guide, Lola, was super. She was clear up front about how the day would go, provided great information and descriptions of the sites, and gave us the time we wanted to linger and enjoy the day. She was helpful in identifying a good lunch spot and timed to so we beat the crowds. We appreciated all she and the driver, Mr Zhang, did to make it an informative and interesting experience. Thank you!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your excellent review! We're delighted that Lola's clear communication, great site descriptions, and thoughtful timing — including beating the crowds and finding a good lunch spot — made your day so enjoyable. Please also thank Mr. Zhang for his great work. We appreciate your kind words and are glad you had an informative and interesting experience!
via Viator
A day of fun, memorable experience
Carole Chen was our guide, great job. Knowledgeable professional positive attitude. We love her.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! Carole was absolutely thrilled to read your kind words. She loved guiding you and is so touched that you love her. Hope to see you again!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $49 to $309
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 88
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 81 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Xian, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall?
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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 Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall?
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Around 28 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Xi'an Private Full-Day Tour to Terracotta Army, Pagoda, City Wall 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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