Private One-Day Xian Highlights Tour: Terracotta Army, City Wall, Muslim Quarter
Tour Overview
This trip is one of the best-selling Xian day tours, covering the top Xian highlights. A private guide will grab you from your hotel and take you to the amazing Terracotta Warriors. This UNESCO site is super impressive – it was built for China’s first emperor’s protection. Visit Pits 1, 2, and 3 and see tons of soldiers and horses, all with different faces and remarkable histories.
After eating lunch, the tour goes on to the massive Ancient City Wall. You can even bike around the 13.7-kilometer walls and enjoy awesome views of the city. After that, swing by the Bell and Drum Tower Square ā perfect for snapshots. Then, hit the busy Muslim Quarter. Try some real XiāanĀ food like Biangbiang noodles, Rougamo, and Pita Bread soaked in Beef/Lamb Soup. This plan we’ve made lets you experience Xi’an’s history, culture and tasty food all in one day.
Travel destination: Xian
Suitable for: Foodies, History Explorers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Admire the world’s greatest man-made wonder – the Terracotta Army, built by China’s first emperor.
- Walk or bike on the old City Wall, catch a nice breeze, and view the whole city.
- Eat some tasty local snacks in the Muslim Quarter and enjoy the local vibes.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Xian Highlight Day Tour
Start your day packed with activities at your hotel, and your tour guide and driver will pick you up when you are ready in the morning.
It takes about 1 hour from the hotel to the renowned Terracotta WarriorsĀ with a breathtaking view over two thousand years. You can explore various styles (including war chariots and horses) from three different pits of Terracotta Warriors, while experiencing their craftsmanship.
The heavy historical background and impressive stories behind will give you a distinctive adventure and refresh your understanding of ancient China.
Terracotta Warriors in Xian After lunch, return to the urban district to visit the Ancient City Wall. Stroll the ancient wall, enjoying the breeze blowing through and gazing at the citizens coming and going. The history and modernity interweave at this moment. Explore the City Wall by bicycle; the tour guide will help you to rent one if you want. Cycling atop the wall will be a one-of-a-kind experience in your travel in Xian.
The next attraction is the Bell and Drum Tower Square, the centre of Xian city. The Bell Tower and Drum Tower are two iconic historical buildings. Climb up to the top of the Bell Tower for a panoramic view (at your own expense). The square area is between these two buildings, always filled with lots of people who stroll around, offering a relaxed and chill atmosphere. You will discover the most authentic side of the Xian citizens.
Bell Tower Square The last place is the Muslim Quarter, next to the Bell and Drum Tower Square. Plenty of snack shops here offer you a remarkable gustatory experience. Savour unique and traditional Muslim cuisine or local famous snacks, or pick up crafts you wantĀ (at an extra fee) on this bustling street. Dive into a lively vibeĀ and an attractive local culture.
After your whole tour, we will send you back to your hotel. And finish your wonderful tour in Xian.
Tour Price ($=USD)
From $115 P.P, which is based on a private tour for 2 people. The price varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, hotel class, and fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
