Xian Highlight Day Tour: Terracotta Army, City Wall, Muslim Quarter
Tour Overview
This tour is one of the best-selling Xian day tours, covering the top Xian highlights. You will follow an attentive and knowledgeable guide to discover the breathtaking Terracotta Warriors and Horses, capturing the legacy of the Qin Dynasty, immerse in the history of the Ancient City Wall, pedal along its majestic expanse, and explore the vibrant Muslim Quarter. This curated journey seamlessly blends ancient marvels with modern delights, ensuring an unforgettable exploration of Xi’an’s cultural tapestry.
Travel destination: Xian
Suitable for: Foodies, History Explorers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Discover the top highlights of Xi’an with a knowledgeable guide.
- Admire the world’s greatest man-made wonder – the Terracotta Army, built by China’s first emperor.
- Take a leisurely stroll or bike tour on the ancient City Wall, feel the gentle breeze, and overlook the gorgeous cityscape.
- Sample the wide variety of local snacks and flavors of life in the Muslim Quarter.
After breakfast in your hotel, our local Xian tour guide will pick you up from your downtown hotel at 08:30 am. Then, we will head directly to Terracotta Warriors and Horses in Lintong District. Discovered in 1974 by local farmers, this archaeological marvel features life-sized terracotta soldiers, each with unique expressions. You will be guided through Pits 1, 2 and 3, where you can see life-sized warriors, and many horses and chariots. After a Chinese-style lunch, we will drive back to the downtown area.
After lunch (included), return to Xian City and your tour in Xian continues to the Ancient City Wall. It is the largest and most well preserved ancient city wall in China, 12 meters high and 12-14 meters wide at the top. It is a closed rectangle with a circumference of 13.74 kilometers. On the city wall, you can choose to ride a bicycle at your own expense and enjoy the scenery inside and outside the city wall. Next, you will be transferred to the landmark – Bell Tower & Drum Tower Square, where you can take some photos.
Muslim Quarter is the last stop of this Xian day tour. It is a bustling neighborhood with narrow alleys filled with local shops and street food vendors. Here, you can taste snacks from all over Shaanxi and famous local cuisine in Xi’an.
At the end of the tour, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.
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.
