Traveling with a real Xi’an expert can make your Xi’an tour a completely different experience. Based in Xi’an and with 20 years of expertise, we know this ancient capital inside and out.
In addition to the world-renowned Terracotta Warriors and rich historical sites, we strive to enrich your trip in Xi’an with many authentic experiences and activities that only locals know.
Our 60+ Xi’an itineraries combine iconic attractions with immersive cultural activities, including Hanfu photography, food adventures at locals’ preferred eateries, crafting your own miniature terracotta warrior, making dumplings in a local family, and taking a Tai Chi class. For those looking to explore further, we also offer extensions to surrounding areas and top destinations across China.
Find the right Xi’an tour for your interests, travel style, and schedule, from classic sightseeing and lively night markets to cultural experiences, day trips, and other local adventures.
City Icons1 DayHit Xi'an's holy trinity in one perfect day — the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, a bicycle ride atop the ancient City Wall, and a food crawl through the Muslim Quarter.
Food & History3 DaysDive into 3,000 years of history on this 3-day Xi'an group tour combining the legendary Terracotta Warriors with the city's vibrant Muslim Quarter food scene.
City & Mountain4 DaysSpend four days exploring Xi'an's greatest treasures — the Terracotta Warriors, ancient pagodas, and City Wall — plus a thrilling day on Mount Huashan's precipitous peaks.
Heritage & Halal7 DaysA 7-day private Muslim tour connecting Beijing's imperial history and Xi'an's Islamic traditions with private transfers and expert English-speaking guides throughout.
Ancient Capitals6 DaysFollow the Silk Road through two ancient capitals: Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, lantern-lit Muslim Quarter and Great Mosque gardens; Luoyang's Longmen Grottoes, colossal Vairocana Buddha and Shaolin Kung Fu show — plus halal dining and dazzling nightscapes.
Classic Cities8 DaysVisit China's golden triangle of Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai, covering imperial palaces, ancient terracotta warriors, and futuristic skylines in just eight unforgettable days.
Xi’an Essentials2 DaysCapture the essence of Xi'an in two days — stand before the vast Terracotta Army, cycle the ancient City Wall, explore the unique Great Mosque, and taste the Muslim Quarter's famous street food.
Northern Shaanxi Nature4 DaysA 4-day Shaanxi exploration of Yucha Grand Canyon, Wave Valley, Flaming Danxia and the thunderous Hukou Waterfall.
Terracotta & History3 DaysTrace the full arc of Chinese civilization — from a Neolithic village at Banpo to the imperial Terracotta Warriors, the ancient City Wall, and sacred Buddhist pagodas.
Cultural Immersion4 DaysAn educational adventure for kids exploring Terracotta Warriors, Chinese calligraphy, and rural life in Huxian County.
Classic Cities8 DaysVisit China's golden triangle of Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai, covering imperial palaces, ancient terracotta warriors, and futuristic skylines in just eight unforgettable days.
Deep Local Life6 DaysDiscover Xi'an's authentic local life alongside iconic sites like Terracotta Warriors and thrilling Mount Huashan hikes.
Thrilling Peak1 DayTackle Mount Huashan, China's most thrilling mountain, where sheer granite cliffs and near-vertical plank paths challenge even the most adventurous hikers.
City & Mountains3 DaysCombine Xi'an's ancient wonders with Mount Huashan's breathtaking trails — stand before the Terracotta Army, cycle the City Wall, and hike the world's most precipitous sacred mountain.
City & Mountains4 DaysSpend four days exploring Xi'an's greatest treasures — the Terracotta Warriors, ancient pagodas, and City Wall — plus a thrilling day on Mount Huashan's precipitous peaks.
Family Adventure8 DaysAn eight-day family journey covering Beijing Zoo pandas, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, and a thrilling climb of sacred Mount Huashan for all ages.
Local Discovery1 DayExplore Xi'an's highlights on foot and by public transportation, visiting Bell Tower, Muslim Quarter, City Wall, Xi'an Museum, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
Luoyang Highlights1 DayTravel from Xi'an to Luoyang by high-speed train and spend the day exploring the UNESCO-listed Longmen Grottoes, home to thousands of Buddhist cliff carvings, before visiting the legendary Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and Chinese kung fu.
Ancient Wonders1 DayA one-day private Xi'an tour featuring Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and the vibrant Tang Dynasty Ever-Bright City illuminated at night.
Mountain Adventure1 DayImmerse yourself in the anticipation of the day as you meet your friendly guide in the hotel lobby. Spot the sign bearing your name, a gateway to your exciting adventure.
Street Food1 DayA 2-hour evening walking food tour through Xi'an's lively Muslim Quarter, tasting local delicacies from lamb skewers to Biang Biang noodles with an expert guide.
Show & Dinner1 DaySavor an exquisite dumpling banquet featuring nearly 20 fillings, then watch the splendor of Tang Dynasty court music and dance performed in majestic period costumes.
Heritage & Show1 DayVisit the legendary Terracotta Warriors before witnessing the spectacular Song of Everlasting Sorrow, a live outdoor performance set against the natural backdrop of Lishan Mountain.
Night Lights1 DayAround 5:00 PM, your designated guide and driver will meet you at your downtown hotel and then escort you to the renowned Hai Di Lao Hot Pot Restaurant, renowned for its immersive dining experience.
Muslim Heritage1 DayDiscover the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors and cycle along China's best-preserved ancient City Wall, then explore the hidden Great Mosque tucked within the bustling Muslim Quarter.
History & Culture3 DaysDiscover Xi'an's imperial past at the Terracotta Warriors Museum, dress in Tang dynasty costumes for photography, and explore the city's ancient streets and landmarks.
Heritage & Mountains5 DaysA thoughtfully crafted journey through Xi'an and Luoyang for Muslim travelers, featuring Terracotta Warriors, Longmen Grottoes, Shaolin Temple, and the sacred Mount Huashan.
City & Mountains5 DaysSpend 5 perfectly paced days in Xi'an, one of China's most famous ancient capitals, with a dedicated local guide exploring the Terracotta Army, the Ancient City Wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
Mountain Adventure1 DayTackle Mount Huashan, China's most thrilling mountain, where sheer granite cliffs and near-vertical plank paths challenge even the most adventurous hikers.
Ancient Capitals2 DaysA two-day bullet train trip from Xi'an to Luoyang exploring Longmen Grottoes, authentic Shaolin Temple Kung Fu, and Luoyang Museum's ancient relics.
Canyons & Waterfalls4 DaysA 4-day Shaanxi exploration of Yucha Grand Canyon, Wave Valley, Flaming Danxia and the thunderous Hukou Waterfall.
Panda Experience1 DayTravel from Xi'an to Dujiangyan Panda Base by high-speed train for a hands-on volunteer experience, helping prepare panda food, clean enclosures, observe pandas, and earn a volunteer certificate.
8 DaysVisit China's golden triangle of Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai, covering imperial palaces, ancient terracotta warriors, and futuristic skylines in just eight unforgettable days.
9 DaysExplore China's classic trio — Beijing's Great Wall and Forbidden City, Xi'an's Terracotta Army, and Shanghai's blend of colonial charm and modern skyline.
5 DaysImmerse yourself in the grandeur of China's imperial past, journeying from the regal avenues of Beijing to the ancient heart of Xi'an, where history is not merely seen but felt in every stone and tradition.
10 DaysExplore Beijing's Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, Chengdu's pandas, and Shanghai's Bund in one comprehensive China journey.
4 DaysExperience high-speed rail travel between Shanghai's Bund and modern skyline and Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and ancient City Walls.
5 DaysVisit classic attractions in Shanghai including Shanghai Tower, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road, and the Bund, then fly to Xi'an for Terracotta Warriors and the Muslim Quarter.
7 DaysCover all popular highlights of Shanghai and Xi'an including the Bund, Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and an exhilarating climb of majestic Mount Huashan.
6 DaysA 6-day small group tour covering Shanghai's modernity, Suzhou's classical gardens, and Xi'an's ancient wonders with English-speaking guides and included meals.
8 DaysVisit China's golden triangle of Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai, covering imperial palaces, ancient terracotta warriors, and futuristic skylines in just eight unforgettable days.
9 DaysExplore China's classic trio — Beijing's Great Wall and Forbidden City, Xi'an's Terracotta Army, and Shanghai's blend of colonial charm and modern skyline.
12 DaysA 12-day escorted tour covering Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Guilin and Hong Kong with UNESCO World Heritage sites and modern cityscapes.
11 DaysExperience China's most iconic destinations from Beijing's Great Wall to Shanghai's futuristic skyline, with a scenic Yangtze River cruise connecting ancient capitals.
4 DaysA 4-day private tour connecting Chengdu's Panda Breeding Center and the colossal Leshan Giant Buddha with Xi'an's legendary Terracotta Army and the historic Great Wild Goose Pagoda.
6 DaysA 6-day group tour from Xi'an to Chengdu by high-speed train, featuring Terracotta Warriors, ancient city wall cycling, giant pandas, and the Leshan Giant Buddha.
10 DaysExplore Beijing's Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, Chengdu's pandas, and Shanghai's Bund in one comprehensive China journey.
11 DaysJourney across China's imperial heartland and natural wonders, from the Forbidden City and Terracotta Army to Zhangjiajie's floating peaks.
6 DaysExplore Xi'an's life-sized Terracotta Warriors and Big Wild Goose Pagoda, then fly to Zhangjiajie for the glass bridge, Tianmen Cave, and Bailong Elevator adventures.
10 DaysVisit Beijing's Forbidden City and Great Wall, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, then fly to Zhangjiajie's floating Avatar sandstone pillars and the world's highest glass bridge.
14 DaysMarvel at Zhangjiajie's towering sandstone pillars that inspired Avatar and Guilin's iconic karst peaks along the Li River on this two-week scenic adventure.
11 DaysJourney across China's imperial heartland and natural wonders, from the Forbidden City and Terracotta Army to Zhangjiajie's floating peaks.
14 DaysTravel from Shanghai's Bund and Suzhou's classical gardens to Guilin's Li River, Chongqing's spicy hotpot, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors, and Beijing's Great Wall in one epic journey.
15 DaysA comprehensive journey from Beijing's Forbidden City through Xi'an's warriors, Chengdu's pandas, Chongqing's stilted houses, Zhangjiajie's Avatar peaks to Shanghai's skyline.
6 DaysPack Xi'an's ancient wonders and a Yangtze River cruise into 6 days: explore the Terracotta Army, cycle the City Wall, then board a cruise through the magnificent Three Gorges.
6 DaysRide a train through a building, descend into stone canyons, shape clay warriors with your own hands, and walk lantern-lit Tang streets after dark.
5 DaysCombine Xi'an's Terracotta Army, ancient city wall, and Muslim Quarter with Dunhuang's Mogao Grottoes, Crescent Spring, and Shazhou Night Market.
8 DaysFly from Xi'an, the Silk Road's eastern starting point with its Terracotta Warriors, to Dunhuang's desert oasis featuring Mogao Caves, sand dunes, and ancient frontier forts.
10 DaysTravel the entire ancient Silk Road from Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors through the Hexi Corridor to Kashgar's vibrant old city and Central Asian bazaars in ten days.
12 DaysTravel the full Silk Road from Xi'an to Urumqi over 12 days, visiting Terracotta Warriors, Rainbow Mountains, Mogao Caves, and Turpan's desert oases along the Hexi Corridor.
6 DaysA 6-day historical journey through Xi'an and Luoyang, two ancient Chinese capitals, featuring Terracotta Warriors, Shaolin Temple Kung Fu, and Longmen Grottoes art.
7 DaysJourney between two of China's greatest ancient capitals — Xi'an and Luoyang — exploring Terracotta Warriors, Longmen Grottoes, and Shaolin Temple over seven unforgettable days.
10 DaysTravel from Shanghai's modern skyline to the ancient wonders of Xi'an, Luoyang and Beijing — Terracotta Warriors, Longmen Grottoes, Forbidden City and the Great Wall.
8 DaysExplore Beijing's Forbidden City and Great Wall, watch Shaolin Kung Fu in Luoyang, and marvel at the life-size Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an across three ancient capitals.
Golden Triangle8 DaysVisit China's golden triangle of Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai, covering imperial palaces, ancient terracotta warriors, and futuristic skylines in just eight unforgettable days.
Heritage & Karst8 DaysAn 8-day classic join-in group tour covering Beijing, Xi'an, and Guilin highlights, blending imperial history, ancient wonders, and tranquil southern Chinese landscapes.
Landscape & Culture15 DaysA 15-day all-inclusive tour from Shanghai through Huangshan, Hangzhou, Guilin, Xi'an to Beijing covering natural wonders and imperial legacies.
Capitals & Water Towns10 DaysVisit Beijing Forbidden City and Great Wall, Xi'an Terracotta Warriors, Hangzhou West Lake, Suzhou classical gardens, and Shanghai Bund in this ten-day cultural journey.
Pandas, Karst & Cities16 DaysDiscover China's diversity from imperial Beijing to Chengdu pandas, Guilin karst landscapes, Hangzhou tea culture, Suzhou gardens, and Shanghai's modern skyline in 16 days.
Mountain & Jiangnan13 DaysA thirteen-day private tour covering Beijing, Xi'an, Hangzhou, Huangshan, and Shanghai with iconic heritage sites and breathtaking natural scenery.
Leisurely Discovery13 DaysA relaxed 13-day tour through Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Hangzhou and Shanghai with gentle pacing, cable cars and optional activities throughout.
Yangtze & Li River Cruises14 DaysEmbark on a 14-day scenic China journey from Shanghai's Bund through the Yangtze Three Gorges, Guilin's Li River, and Beijing's Forbidden City and Great Wall.
Every review below comes from a traveler who booked and completed a China tour with us.
The Muslim Quarter is certainly a must-visit for food lovers. You can find some of the best street snacks and local specialties here, and it also has an extremely lively cultural atmosphere. Popular local foods include lamb skewers, handmade breads, local noodles, and other regional snacks.
The metro should be the most reliable way to travel around Xi’an. Currently, Xi’an has 12 metro lines connecting its main attractions, landmarks, airport, train stations and commercial areas.
Traveling around the city by public buses is also easy, thanks to its extensive bus lines. Just avoid the peak hours (typically 7:00-9:00 and 17:00-19:30).
For more convenience and flexibility, or if you have luggage, you can take a taxi or hail a ride through apps like Didi.
The site is about 45–50 km from downtown, with a drive time of around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic.
Mount Hua (Huashan) is about 120 km east of central Xi’an. Taking a high-speed train from Xi’an North Railway Station to Huashan North Railway Station is the most convenient, with the journey taking only about 40 minutes.
Xi’an Bus Station operates hourly buses to Mount Hua, with a drive time of around 1.5 hours.
The best times to visit Xi’an are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) when temperatures are pleasant, and the natural landscapes are most beautiful. Just remember to avoid public holidays, such as the National Day holiday (Oct. 1 – Oct. 7) and the Labor Day holiday (May 1 – May 5).
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