Things to do in Xi'an, Shaanxi: The Best Archaeology Tours

February 9, 2022 Veronika Gaddis

Today the walls of the Ming dynasty and the Tang palace walls hint at the Xi’an’s glorious past. Stare in awe at the Terracotta Army, 7,000 terracotta statues of Qin Bingmayong Bowuguan warriors and soldiers. Dating from 210 BCE, they were discovered in 1974 and are still being excavated. Don't miss the Shaanxi History Museum or a chance to heat up at former imperial bathing spot, Huaqing Hot Springs.
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1. 4-Hour Terracotta Warriors Tour With Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

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Starting ether in the morning or in the afternoon, spend half day with a knowledgeable tour guide to visit Xian’s top attraction of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, discover the underground palace of China’s First Emperor, reveal the history of Qin Dynasty and be shocked by the vivid life size terracotta figures.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Licensed professional driver, English-speaking tour guide, Bottled water, Hotel pickup & drop-off, Entrance ticket fee

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By jonaswe1989

I did the Muslim quartier half day tour with this compagnie. The guide was friendly and helpfull and his english was good! He knew a lot of Xi'an and tje Muslims in China.

2. Morning Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum

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Arrive at Terracotta Warriors Museum. Your guide will explain every details of this museum and its history as well facts. You will be fed with tons of knowledge. As the world’s eighth wonder, Terracotta Warriors Museum represented the highest clay craftsmanship. It also provided a great source for historians to study the Qin Dynasty and its prior histories. Through the visit to the Terracotta Army, you can have a general idea of how prosperous Qin Empire used to be and what ancient people hold dear in their afterlife. *View the ancient UNESCO-listed clay army in the flesh Gaze at the rows of infantry and cavalry soldiers in excavated pits *See the bronze chariots and artefacts in the Multi-Exhibition Hall *Visit a terracotta figure factory and try carving your own soldier * Learn how and why the 3rd-century BC warriors were made

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional English-speaking tour guide, Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies, Terracotta Warriors Admission Ticket

Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities

Reviewed By LGBEJ

The guide was on time knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to skip all lines despite pandemic prevention measures and other complications. Meeting early like 8 am is re on needed to beat the crowds.

3. Afternoon Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum

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You will take our comfortable Car or Van driving on the highway directly to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. With one hour on the way, your expert guide will give you some background information of the world wonder that you are going to explore. Upon arrival, your guide will help you avoid the ticket line at the entrance of the Terracotta Warriors Museum and show you the three excavated pits with more than 8,000 pottery soldiers, horses, and chariots in total, and then the Bronze Chariots and Horses Exhibition Hall. You will have at least two and a half hours to explore this significant site.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Terracotta Warriors Admission Ticket, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuity to the guide&driver if we did a good job

Reviewed By LGBEJ

The guide was on time knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to skip all lines despite pandemic prevention measures and other complications. Meeting early like 8 am is re on needed to beat the crowds.

4. Small Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda & Muslim Bazaar

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Discover the UNESCO world-heritage listed Terracotta Warriors and horses on this day trip of Xi’an’s historical highlights. Drive direct to the Terracotta Warriors Museum at the start of the day and cut past the tourist crowds; spend over two hours exploring this world-famous archeological site. In the afternoon, visit several of Xi’an’s ancient landmarks, including the City Wall, the Wild Goose Pagoda, and Muslim Bazaar – a great way to visit these spots without the hassle of hiring a car or navigating public transport. Finish your tour at the Muslim Bazaar, known for its food and souvenir stalls Don’t get held up by your massive tour group: this tour takes small groups only Keep your change: all entrance fees are already covered by your tour operator Your guide will pick you up direct from your Xi’an hotel and drop you back.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off to your centrally located hotel in Xi'an, Professional English-speaking tour guide, Air conditioned minivan with chauffeur, Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies, Umbrellas are provided for free use

Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Bicycle rental fee on the City Wall

Reviewed By LGBEJ

The guide was on time knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to skip all lines despite pandemic prevention measures and other complications. Meeting early like 8 am is re on needed to beat the crowds.

5. Private Half-Day Tour to the Terracotta Army in Xi'an

Terracotta Warriors Tour
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A quick tour of the Terracotta Warriors for those people don't have time for a full day Xian tour. You will be picked up from your centrally located Xian hotel at 08:00 or anyother time you specify between 07:30 to 14:00. • Instant comfirmation • Very flexible departure time • Last Minute bookings accepted • This is a private tour. No need to wait for other members.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located Xian hotels), Licensed professional English Speaking tour guide, Licensed private driver and air conditoned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals

Reviewed By monetwithlove

I’ve toured all over Asia & this was one of the best. Eddie was knowledgeable & accommodating and the driver was always quick and safe. I was one of the first tourists in Pit 1 and during a National holiday, no less! If you want a guide who knows the terrain, offers suggestions & always has a great attitude, this is the tour for you. The Terracotta Warriors are a must-see for everyone.

6. Xi'an Private Day Tour: Terracotta Warriors and Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Bell Tower Hotel Xian, 110 Nan Da Jie, Zhong Lou Shang Quan, Beilin Qu, Xian Shi, Shaanxi Sheng, China China Xian Tour
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Join in the private tour to visit the world-renowned Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum, one of the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century, and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda built in the Tang Dynasty for keeping Buddhist Sutra and figurines of the Buddha that Master Xuanzang brought back to China from ancient India.

7. Private Customizable Terracotta Warriors Full Day Tour

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This private customizable day tour will take you to visit Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and two of the following highlights of Xian according to your personal interests: The Tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi, Huaqing Hot Springs, Banpo Museum, Shaanxi History Museum, Xian City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, The Great Mosque or the Muslim Street (Any other downtown attractions like Xian Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Forest of Stone Steles, Bell Tower and Drum Tower can also be arranged if you are interested). Most importantly, there is no shopping stops so you will enjoy your time in Xi'an to the fullest!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Admissions

Reviewed By 74nellyg

I was there during autumn holidays in October.although there was a loooong que and it was raining heavily we passed the line very quickly. Do not refommend to go there on weekend cause there are too much people and you cannot even listen thr tour agrnt whom we paid 300-400yuan for an hour.

8. Private Customizable Terracotta Warriors Day Tour Including Lunch

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This private day tour will take you to visit Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and two another highlights of Xi'an according to your personal interests. Your options include Banpo Museum, Huaqing Hot Spring, Shaanxi History Museum, Xi'an Ancient City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Tang Dynasty Show and Dumpling Banquet. Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum admission ticket, lunch, private guide and transfer service are all inclusive.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned private vehicle, Fuel, surcharges, and tolls, Professional guide and driver, Lunch

Exclusions: Entrance fee of another two attractions, Gratuities, Drinks

Reviewed By VHKF

Despite the past negative reviews of this company's tours, we took a chance and book the Terracotta Warriors Day Tour as the price was reasonable; given the fact that this trip to see the Terracotta Warriors would have cost us the same price if not slightly higher if we had to do it ourselves, using taxis. The bonus was that everything was taken care for us, transport to and fro, entrance fees, an extremely nice informative guide by the name of Chelsea (who didnt rush any of us on the tour) and also with a lunch in the package. Would highly recommend taking the tours from this company. Value for money!

9. Private Tour: Terracotta Army Museum and Xi'an City Highlights

Xi'an Private One-day Tour Guide Anna
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See the terracotta army at Terracotta warriors and horses Museum. Visit Xi'an City highlights such as Banpo Museum, the City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Street and Great Mosque. Customize your visit to Xi'an on this 8-hour private tour.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fee

Reviewed By veronicacF8473KW

It is a must see. It requires walking and to be able to climb stairs. It is wonderful as the weather is also cooler this time of year. The Ming Tombs were also pretty awesome.

10. Xian Terracotta Warriors and Banpo Museum Bus Tour

Bell Tower Hotel Xian, 110 Nan Da Jie, Zhong Lou Shang Quan, Beilin Qu, Xian Shi, Shaanxi Sheng, China China Xian Tour
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Terracotta Warriors and Banpo Museum Bus Tour will show you the best of Xi'an, touch the amazing Chinese history and taste delicious local food. Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum is known as “the Eighth Wonders of the World” with surprisingly high level in sculpture. The original site was found by four local farmers when they were drilling a well in 1974 and now it has turned into one of the most important attractions in Xi'an. Also, the Banpo Museum is home to artifacts of a Neolithic matriarchal community and one of the most complete experiences of a Neolithic agricultural settlement in the world.

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