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Xi’an Must-See in A Day

Duration: 1 Day

Tour Summary

Typical Start Time: 9:00AM

Tour Includes:

This All-inclusive Tour Includes:

  • Awesome guide
  • Authentic local lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • ​Transportation by metro and taxis (Optional car and driver​ – see below for details)
  • Guide meets you and drops you off at starting location

 

  • Xi’an isn’t just a city—it’s a time machine. Begin at the Terracotta Warriors, where 8,000 clay soldiers, frozen sin Qin Dynasty, guard China’s first emperor with unblinking eyes.Watch sunlight glint off their bronze swords, then try molding your own miniature warrior (Optional).Next, ascend the Xi’an City Wall, a 14-kilometer stone ribbon hugging the old city. Rent a bicycle with a jingling bell (optional) and pedal past watchtowers framing views of temple roofs and bell towers. At sunset, the bricks blush pink, and you’ll understand why locals say the wall isn’t just stone—it’s the city’s heartbeat.Descend into the Muslim Quarter, where cumin-scented smoke curls around stalls selling golden persimmon cakes. Follow your guide through alleys hung with lanterns shaped like pomegranates, pausing to slurp biangbiang noodles—thick, chewy, and drenched in chili oil. Duck into the Great Mosque, a hidden oasis where willow trees shade courtyards paved in Arabic-patterned bricks, and the call to prayer mingles with the clatter of woks.By day’s end, your camera will be full, your stomach happier, and your heart certain: in Xi’an, history isn’t studied—it’s lived.

Featured Sites Included:

Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum
Start your day face-to-face with the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army, a site that’s nothing short of legendary.
Xi’an City Wall
Walk or cycle along China’s best-preserved ancient city wall, spanning 14 kilometers with views of Xi’an’s historic and modern skyline.
South Gate - Yong Ning Men
Yongningmen, or the South Gate, stands as the most majestic and well-preserved entrance to Xi'an's ancient City Wall. Serving as a primary access point, it offers visitors a glimpse into the city's rich history and architectural grandeur.
Great Mosque of Xi'an
Discover a Chinese pavilions and Islamic artistry in this tranquil 1,300-year-old mosque, a UNESCO-recognized cultural treasure.
Muslim Quarter
Step into the bustling Muslim Quarter, a labyrinth of narrow alleys pulsating with the rhythms of Xi’an’s Hui Muslim community.

Itinerary Details

Highlights

  • Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum
  • An Army Frozen in Time
    Witness the “Eighth Wonder of the World”—8,000 clay soldiers guarding China’s first emperor since 210 BCE.
  • Xi’an City Wall
  • A Stone Ribbon Around History
    Cycle or stroll along China’s best-preserved ancient wall, offering panoramic views of old and new Xi’an.
  • Muslim Quarter
  • Where Spices Paint the Sky and History Simmers in Every Bite
    Wander a labyrinth of sizzling lamb skewers, steaming bread ovens, and alleyways where Silk Road flavo

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Additional Options for this Tour

This tour comes with several options that can be selected when you book your tour, including:

Ride a single or tandem bicycle on the Xi’an City Wall

Enjoy a scenic ride on the ancient Xi’an City Wall by cycling solo or with friends on a tandem bike, taking in breathtaking views of the historic city!

Make Your Own Terracotta Warrior

Create your own miniature Terracotta Warrior figurine by sculpting and decorating it in this hands-on cultural experience!