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This private day in Xi'an pairs the Terracotta Warriors with a Tang Dynasty evening. You start at the tomb army of China's first emperor, then try a noodle lunch, walk the Ming City Wall and the Muslim Quarter, and finish at the Tang Dynasty Palace for a Shaanxi dumpling banquet and the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show. It runs eight to nine hours and returns you to your hotel or the train station. Price covers your own guide and driver, a private air-conditioned vehicle, hotel or station pickup and drop-off, entrance fees to the sites named above, and the banquet with show ticket; drinks and shopping are not included.
Duration: 8-9 hours
Attractions(Cities):
Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, Xi’an Ancient City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show with Dumping Banquet
Pick-up point:
Your Xi'an hotel or Xi'an train station (Based on your requirement)
Finishing point:
Your Xi'an hotel or Xi'an train station (Based on your requirement)
Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your requirements in your inquiry)
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Your guide meets you at the exit of Xi'an train station or in the lobby of your Xi'an hotel, holding a "Your Way Holiday" sign. Luggage help and a short run-through of the day's plan come first, then you travel by private air-conditioned vehicle. This is a full day of about eight to nine hours, ending with a Tang Dynasty dinner show in the evening.
The day opens at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the buried army of Qin Shi Huang, China's first emperor, found by farmers in 1974. Life-sized soldiers, horses and chariots stand in the pits where they were placed around the 3rd-century-BC tomb. Your guide walks you through the excavation halls and explains how each figure was made and ranked.
You see the three main pits in sequence. Pit 1 is the largest, a hangar of infantry in battle lines. Pit 3 is the small command area with officers and chariots. Pit 2 mixes cavalry, archers and infantry, and many figures there are still being restored, so you can watch the conservation work. There is time at the bronze chariot display and for photographs at the marked points.
Around midday your guide stops for lunch at a local restaurant to try Xi'an noodle food: wide Biang Biang noodles, roujiamo (a spiced meat filling in a crisp flatbread) and yangrou paomo (mutton broth with torn bread). Lamb and beef versions are available for Muslim travellers. The guide orders and explains each dish so you taste more than one thing.
After lunch, climb the Xi'an Ancient City Wall, a Ming-dynasty fortification built in the 14th century on top of older Tang foundations. The brick wall runs about 13.7 kilometres around the old city and stands some 12 metres high, with watchtowers and gate towers along the top. You can walk a section or rent a bike on the wide rampart for views over the rooftops and gates.
The afternoon moves to the Muslim Quarter, the lane network around the mosques where Xi'an's Hui community has worked and traded for over a thousand years. Ming-style shopfronts line the alleys, and the cooking is done in front of you: lamb skewers, liangpi cold noodles, roujiamo and yangrou paomo. The guide picks a few stalls worth stopping at and shows the quieter side streets.
In the evening your guide takes you to the Tang Dynasty Palace (Tangyuegong) for a Shaanxi dumpling banquet, a spread of dumplings in different shapes and fillings. After dinner you watch the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show, a stage production of court music, song and costumed dance recreating the old capital of Chang'an. The guide gives short notes on the Tang court so the scenes make sense.
When the show ends, your driver takes you back to your Xi'an hotel or the train station. Tell your guide at pickup if you have a late train or need to leave earlier; the order of the afternoon stops can be adjusted so the day still closes with the show and drop-off on time.
Pickup is usually in the morning from your hotel or the train station, and the tour runs about eight to nine hours, finishing after the Tang Dynasty dinner show in the evening. Exact times are confirmed when you book.
No. This ticket is the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show with a dumpling banquet, held at the Tang Dynasty Palace in the city. The Everlasting Sorrow show is a different, open-air performance at Huaqing Palace.
Entry to the Terracotta Warriors Museum, the City Wall, the private vehicle, the guide and the dumpling banquet with show are included; drinks and anything you buy are not.
Lunch and the banquet can be arranged with halal and no-pork dishes on request, and the Muslim Quarter stalls cook to Islamic rules. Tell us your needs when booking.
No. You can walk a short section or ride a rented bike along the top, depending on time and energy; the visit can be shortened if the show ticket is early.
Yes. It is a private day with your own guide and driver, priced for your party only rather than a shared group coach.
Experience Tang Dynasty Costume Photoshoot in Xi'an
Transport yourself to the glory of the Tang Dynasty with a costume photoshoot in Xi'an! Slip into traditional Tang robes and become a part of ancient history as you pose for stunning photos in beautiful settings. Whether you choose to be an emperor, empress, or scholar, this experience offers a fun, immersive way to connect with the past. With the guidance of a professional photographer, you’ll capture unforgettable moments in costume, leaving with a collection of photos that make for a perfect souvenir. If you're looking for a memorable, playful way to experience Xi'an, this photoshoot is a must! We can help you book a photographer and makeup artist to create a one-of-a-kind photoshoot experience in Xi'an.
Learn Dumpling Making with Locals in Xi'an
If you're eager to dive into Xi'an's rich culinary traditions, we can arrange a visit to a local family where you'll learn to make dumplings from scratch. From kneading the dough to preparing the perfect filling, and wrapping your own dumplings, this hands-on experience offers a true taste of local life. As you cook, your friendly guide will share insights into Xi'an's food culture, adding a deeper connection to your meal. Afterward, enjoy the delicious dumplings you've made while connecting with the warmth and hospitality of a local family. It’s an unforgettable opportunity to experience the flavors and traditions of Xi'an firsthand.
Create Your Own Terracotta Warrior: DIY Workshop
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We prioritize genuine local culinary experiences over pre-arranged tourist restaurants. Our local guides will recommend the best local restaurants where you can savor authentic flavors. This approach ensures you enjoy the freshest, most authentic meals, tailored to your preferences, and experience the true essence of the local cuisine. Whether your dietary needs are vegetarian, Muslim, Chinese, Western, Jewish, or Indian, we have excellent options to make every meal a delightful part of your journey.
Duration：6-8 hours
Attractions(Cities)：Terracotta Warriors, Bell Tower, Muslim Quarter
Tour Style：This one-day private tour covers the essential sights of Xi'an with a local guide and a private car. The morning is at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum in Lintong, where the excavated pits hold thousands of life-sized soldiers, horses, and chariots made for the First Emperor Qin Shi Huang over 2,000 years ago. In the afternoon you see the Ming-dynasty Bell Tower at the center of the old city, then walk the Muslim Quarter, a lane district tied to the Silk Road and known for hand-pulled noodles, roujiamo, and persimmon cakes. Entrance tickets, guide, and private transport are included. Pickup and drop-off are at your Xi'an hotel, at a Xi'an train station, or at the airport.
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Tour Style：This Xi'an city tour spends a day inside the old walled city with a local guide and a private car. It starts at the Xi'an Ancient City Wall, a Ming-dynasty brick fortification that runs about 13.7 km around the old town, where you can walk or rent a bike on the top. Next is the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a seven-story Tang tower raised in 652 AD to hold the Buddhist scriptures the monk Xuan Zang carried back from India. Then the Great Mosque of Xi'an, the largest mosque in China, laid out across a chain of courtyards, and finally the Muslim Quarter, a Hui lane district in the city, for street food and browsing. Entrance tickets, guide, and private transport are included. Pickup and drop-off are at your Xi'an hotel, a Xi'an train station, or the airport.
Duration：5-6 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：Terracotta Warriors
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Duration：8 hours
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Duration：8-9 hours
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“YOUR WAY HOLIDAY truly made my Xi’an trip unforgettable! The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the city’s rich history, and I loved the chance to explore like a local. From the Terracotta Army to the lively streets of the Muslim Quarter, the tour gave us an insider’s view of Xi'an’s best spots. The local food recommendations were spot on, and I even learned how to eat traditional Xi'an noodles the right way.
I also opted for the Optional Activity, the evening Tang Dynasty Show, and it was an absolute highlight of my trip! The performance was a stunning showcase of ancient music, dance, and costumes. It felt like stepping back in time. If you want a deeper, more authentic experience, this is the tour for you!”
Replied:28 October 2026
Hi David, explore like a local is the goal, so hearing that you got an insider's view of Xi'an genuinely makes our day. Thanks for the wonderful note.
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My husband and I had a wonderful day in Xi'an. This can not do without the careful arrangement of the travel agency-Xian Private Tour. Prior to our trip, we communicated by email, they always responded very fast, and gave us suggestion to our initial plans. They arranged very comfortable car, and the guide is very professional. Davis, our tour guide was flexible and adjusted to our schedules, including one day a rest of one hour at the hotel in the middle of the day. He can arrange our travel time accurately, including all possible situations. Great Values! Highly recommended this Xian day tour!
Replied:28 October 2026
Hi Ella, I'm glad our email back-and-forth before the trip made the day itself feel effortless. That careful arrangement is the whole point. Thanks so much.
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My husband and I just completed this private tour of Xian's highlights with our guide, Lisa. Lisa is a native of Xi'an and was very passionate about showing us the sights, friendly, smart and full of passion and we quickly developed a good rapport with her. Lisa made sure we saw everything we wanted to see in Xian and was very informative on the history and culture of China. The Terracotta Warriors was incredible as well as the Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show. It is one od the best night shows we've watched. The driver was also really nice. He took us to all places save and was a really good driver. So you can feel really save in the Xian crazy traffic. I would highly recommend Xian Private Tour, 5+ stars!
Replied:28 October 2026
Hi Alice, Lisa's native pride shows in everything she does, and I'm glad her passion made the highlights come alive for you two. Thanks for the lovely note.
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