Half-Day Mini Group Xian Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum
Overview
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6 hours
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Join this half day tour to see China’s iconic Terracotta Army - the world’s largest ancient burial site. Learn the detailed history and background from an expert English speaking guide.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We offer free pick-up within the Second Ring Road of Xi'an, beyond which there will be an extra charge, so we suggest you book centrally located downtown hotels. Please be ready at your hotel lobby at least 5 minutes in advance of the pick-up time confirmed with you a day before. No-show is non-refundable.
Please provide the correct passport information for booking the real-name tickets. Make sure to carry the same identification when travelling; otherwise, you’ll be refused entry by the scenic areas.
Group Size: About 12 people. There are chances that 10% of the tour groups will exceed 12 people but we’ll make proper arrangements.
Departures are guaranteed with two persons from Mar to Nov and three persons from Dec to Feb.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Xi'an
In the morning, your English-speaking guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby and then accompany you on a 1-hour drive directly to the Terracotta Warriors Museum.
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
After entry, spend at least 2.5 hours seeing over 8,000 pottery soldiers, horses, and chariots in three burial pits of the mausoleum of China’s First Emperor 2,000 years ago, and observe myriad undisclosed collections up close in a special exhibition hall. Around noon, enjoy a simple buffet lunch with Chinese dishes and soft drinks.
What‘s Included
Pick up within the Second Ring Road of the Xi'an city
Chinese buffet lunch (Halal food and baby food not available)
This part is only for the tour option of "Half-Day Mini Group Xian Tour to Terracotta Amy"
Entrance fees to Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall (if option selected)
Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies
Professional English-speaking guide & Experienced driver
Headset to receive your guide's explanations
Entrance fee to Terracotta Warriors Museum
Drop off at the your hotel (if option selected)
Gratuities
Hotel drop-off after the tour (for Half-Day tour option)
Not suitable for: People over 85 years old and wheelchair
The additional cost for climbing the Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Half-Day Mini Group Xian Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum
Route: Pick up from the hotel lobby, visit Terracotta Warriors Museum, buffet lunch, drop off at square of Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Duration: 5 hours
Inclusions: Entry tickets, Chinese buffet lunch, English-speaking guide, driver with minivan, hotel pick-up, no drop service
About 12 People
Pickup included
Mini Group Xian Day Tour
Route: Pick up at hotel, Terracotta Army, lunch, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, a short stop at Muslim Quarter, drop off at hotel
Duration: 9 hours
Inclusions: Entry tickets, Chinese buffet lunch, English-speaking guide, driver with minivan, hotel pick-up & drop-off
About 12 People
Pickup included
Reviews
467 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Xi’an Greatest Hits feat. Roger
edwarddA608BB,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Roger was a fantastic guide. His tour was filled with a ton of historical not just about the Terracotta Army itself but also Xi’an and its time as the capital and serving as the nexus of the Silk Road. We hit the main spots in addition to the mausoleum and ended in the Muslim bazaar just in time for dinner. If like me, you are pressed for time when coming to Xi’an, I highly recommend this tour as it covers a lot while not feeling too rushed.
Very
F6032UFguidob,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very great and Roger gave a lot of information about the history and differrent sights visited. Also we didnt have any time pressure.
Great Intro to Xian history
Sightsee822687,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Roger was a great tour guide who understood the Terracotta warriors very well. We appreciated that he knew the right places to take great photos and took them for us. He also showed us videos and photos to help us compare what he was talking about. Wish we had more time to continue on the full day tour to the city wall, Muslim quarter and wild goose pagoda. Thanks for a great day.
A great guide and a fantastic tour
Subi21,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a great tour with a fantastic guide. Roger picked us from the hotel on time. He was very knowledgeable, patient and a great communicator! He was friendly and gave a great explanation of the history of the dynasties. He gave us enough time at each spot. Loved everything about the tour. Highly recommend this tour with Roger.
Travelling through ancient history!
Wanderer44779445497,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Roger was incredibly enthusiastic and passionate about sharing the historical facts of the Terracotta Army, and I learned so much from him. The city tour was very well organized and absolutely worth recommending. What really stood out was how thoughtful and helpful he was even beyond the tour itself — I actually ran into him by chance on Mount Huashan, where he kindly helped me get tickets. An amazing guide and a genuinely kind person. Highly recommended!
Just do it
ChrisD7939,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Top experience, Roger is extremely knowledgeable on Chinese history, I learned a lot. Well taken care off, nothing to complain about. Highly recommended.
Excellent
Beatriz S,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! The guide has a lot of knowledge in history and found everything very convenient, as they search in the hotel and you do not have to worry about anything. Lunch was still offered. The guide Roger was extremely friendly and attentive!
XI'AN and its rich history
213luizm,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit to the terracotta Warriors museus is astonishing and a must-go activity! ROGER, our guide, was extremely professional and demonstrated a deep knowledge on Chinese history and taught us a lot about ancient Chinese dynasties and cultural aspects. He is very kind, polite, nice, and was very patient to answer all our questions. He showed us temples and nice places around the city. I strongly recommend this activity with ROGER as a guide!
Terracotta warriors is so worth it
Explore24176426749,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this tour on the only day in 2025 that it snowed in Xi’an. Our driver kept us safe and Roger did a great tour! He was knowledgeable and answered our questions. Highly recommend seeing the warriors.
Day trip to see Xi'an
910jazzk,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic experience on the Mini Group Xi’an Tour to the Terracotta Warriors Museum with Roger as our guide. Roger was extremely knowledgeable and shared fascinating historical context that really brought the Terracotta Warriors to life. He communicated clearly throughout the tour and provided headsets, which made it easy to hear and follow along at all times. The tour was very well organized and nicely paced, never rushed, but efficient enough to see everything comfortably. Lunch was excellent and a great addition to the overall experience. Highly recommend this tour, and especially Roger, to anyone visiting Xi’an who wants an informative, smooth, and enjoyable visit to the Terracotta Warriors.
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