Private Tour
Private Xian Day Tour: Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Overview
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8 hours
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Discover Xi’an on this private day tour, ideal for travelers seeking a personalized, small group adventure. Enjoy private hotel pickup and drop off, flexible scheduling, and guidance from an expert local tour guide who brings Xi’an’s history to life. Begin with the world famous Terracotta Warriors, the life sized Qin Dynasty army frozen in time, and uncover the fascinating stories behind this UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a spiritual and cultural landmark along the Silk Road, where you can admire its stunning architecture and serene surroundings. End your tour at the Tang Paradise Night Market, where vibrant lights, cultural performances, and local delicacies bring the Tang Dynasty to life. Skip crowded tours and forced shopping stops this private Xi’an day tour delivers the city’s top highlights with comfort, convenience, and personalized attention, ensuring an unforgettable, stress free experience for travelers seeking the ultimate Xi’an adventure
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour guide will contact you the evening before the tour date.
Please leave a note when booking if you have any special requirement about the tour, such as diet.
You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
Age under 2 is free to join and children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
In the morning, your private driver and English speaking guide will pick you up from your Xi’an hotel. Begin the day with a visit to the world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, often called “the Eighth Wonder of the World”. Located about 30 km east of Xi’an, this UNESCO World Heritage site showcases an extraordinary level of ancient sculpture and craftsmanship. Discovered in 1974 by local farmers, the Terracotta Warriors are one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century. Travelers will marvel at the life sized warriors, horses, and chariots, learning about the history of the Qin Dynasty and the secrets behind this ancient army. This private tour experience ensures you can explore the site at your own pace with expert insights from your guide.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
After lunch, continue your private Xi’an day tour with a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a historic Tang Dynasty landmark built to house Buddhist sutras and statues that Master Xuanzang brought from ancient India. Explore the temple grounds and stroll around the North Square, which is surrounded by a beautifully landscaped garden. Travelers can also enjoy the famous musical fountain, which performs on a regular schedule, creating a memorable visual and cultural experience.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Visit to Tang Paradise Night Market
Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
Private, small-group experience for personalized attention
One bottle of mineral water per person
Entrance tickets as list in the itinerary
Services of an English speaking local tour guide throughout the day
All local taxes and fees
Lunch
Airport or train station pickup/drop-off available at an extra cost of CNY 200–500 per group
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Personal expenses such as souvenirs or shopping
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Tour with hotel transfer
Private Day Tour: Your guide will meet you in your hotel's lobby at 09:00am. The Terracotta Warriors and Big Wild Goose Pagoda Day Tour is about 8 hours.
Pickup included
Reviews
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a great...
Diego D,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience! Our guide, Noble, was terrific, kind, always willing to share knowledge about everything of we saw and went beyond of expectations in everything. He has pretty good English and keep the pace with our kids. As he always say, we don’t need to rush. We were picked up at 9a.mn and delivered in home almost at 8p.m. In the end of the day he took us to dinner and helped find vegetarian food for us. We really appreciate and recommend this for all!
First-class Xian Terracotta Warrios Day Tour
waltertJ8853XD,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked with Ms. Lenna Liang of China Xian Tour a one-day private tour visiting the Terra Cotta Warrior Museum and the Huaqing Palace with historic royal bathing facilities. The tour was well arranged and carried out as stated in the travel programm. The tour guide Mr. Noble shared his excellent knowledge of China and regional history in a pleasant manner and provided additional assistance when needed. We recommend both China Xian Tour and Mr. Noble. Walter Tappeiner & Fong Kwee Chin
XiAn Terracotta Warriors
Experience299089,,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My 21 year daughter and I had a great time on the tour and really enjoyed some of the extra touches that the tour guide Sasha was able to offer: lunch and connecting with one of the local celebrities which produced a great souvenir to bring back. The exhibit is stunningly amazing - more than you could have expected and increasing over time as the archaeologists continue to uncover, rebuild and increase the exhibit.
Great experience with China Xian Tour
276dawidr,,Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great tour with family. Well organized and done by people with passion. Everything organized remotely. I fully recommend this.
Amazing place & Great guide
karinkM2023UV,,Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly amazing and unique place. A must-see. Noble is a very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating guide. He was also very patient with my specific photographer's wishes. I can highly recommend going with him.
Fantastic experience
danykonj,,Nov 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide Kai was very knowledgeable at all the sites I had a great time & the food was fantastic.
Awesome visit to Terracotta Warrios and Xi’an
Haranibar,,Nov 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit to the Terracotta Warriors is a must while visiting China, an extraordinary experience that you will never forget. Our guide Nobel was outstanding, knowledgeable, and friendly. He gave us invaluable information and local tips. I would recommend this tour to everyone.
Triple A Guide
Jens K,,Aug 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ken is an awesome Guide. The Trip was a TripleA Experience in terms of quality, time and budget: He answered profoundly a lot of questions, has a deep knowledge and understanding of the chinese culture and shared this with us. He is patient and flexible in enabling his customers demands. His ‚pathfinding‘-abilities in overcrowded situations are gorgeous He is reasonable in his pricing and has passion in his profession. Ken is our first guess for another visit of Xi‘an. Thank you, Ken for showing us the roots of china!
A Remarkable Journey to Xi'an's Treasures
ArmandoLuis F,,Sep 2, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family was truly captivated by our tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi'an. The guide was punctual, ensuring we started our journey as planned, and the transport provided was both spacious and comfortable. The guide's insights and approachability made the tour extremely enjoyable. Every inquiry we had was met with clarity. Definitely suggest this tour for anyone seeking an enriching exploration of these historic wonders
Great service and a packed day to watch the wonders of this guided tour
Alexander J,,Jun 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very good run through about the different areas we visited, English was splendid and the understanding of everything we went through was clear and interesting. I would recommend this to more people. Even though there were some issues with my communication to the organisers they managed to solve it and give a good tour! This was my first guided tour so likely not my last either 👍
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