Terracotta Warriors

Xian Explore: Terracotta Army and Mount Huashan

4 days 3 nights

Tour highlights

  • Walk or bike along Xian’s 600-year-old Ancient City Wall, enjoying panoramic city views and a glimpse into historic fortifications.

  • Watch the dazzling music fountain show at Great Tang Everbright City, combining lights, water, and lively entertainment for all visitors.

  • Explore the Terracotta Warriors, each uniquely detailed statue telling stories of Emperor Qin’s army, history, and ancient craftsmanship.

  • Taste local street food along the lively Muslim Street, savoring traditional snacks while immersing in the bustling cultural atmosphere.

  • Hike Mount Huashan’s dramatic trails, discovering steep cliffs, breathtaking scenery, and ancient Taoist temples perched on the mountainside.

  • Enjoy the quiet charm of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, strolling through its serene gardens and appreciating Tang Dynasty architecture.

Price includes:

  • Tour Guide:  A licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • Connection:  Private transfers during the trip
  • Attractions:  All entrance fees as listed in the travel proposal
  • Accommodation: 3 nights accommodations in Xian based on twin-sharing basis
  • Insurance: Travel accidental insurance
  • 24/7 Support: Round-the-clock help whenever you need it
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Day-by-day travel plan

4 Days Historical and Scenic Tour Including Xian and Mount Huashan

  • Upon arrival in Xian, your guide and driver will meet you and take you to the hotel. Take some time to rest and settle in. In the afternoon, walk or cycle along the 600-year-old Ancient City Wall. Enjoy a quiet moment and take in the city views.

    Later, visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, an important Buddhist site from the Tang Dynasty. Climb up for a wide view and learn about monk Xuanzang’s journey. In the evening, see the musical fountain show, then head to Great Tang Everbright City, where lights, snacks, and performances fill the streets.

    Big Wild Goose Pagoda
    Big Wild Goose Pagoda
    Great Tang Everbright City
    Great Tang Everbright City
    Ancient City Wall
    Ancient City Wall

  • This morning, take a private drive to the Terracotta Warriors. Explore Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s life-sized army, each figure crafted with unique details. For lunch, try Xian favorites like biang biang noodles or grilled lamb skewers.

    In the afternoon, stroll through Lishan Garden and see archaeological sites including the emperor’s tomb and the Bronze Chariots Pit.

    Head back to the city and walk along the lively Muslim Street, sampling local treats like roujiamo and persimmon cakes. Nearby, you can step into the Great Mosque and enjoy a peaceful walk through its quiet, ancient courtyards.

    Muslim Quarter
    Muslim Quarter
    Terracotta Warriors
    Terracotta Warriors
    Great Mosque
    Great Mosque

  • After breakfast, you will begin with a drive to Mount Huashan. Ride the cable car up to West Peak and set off along dramatic mountain trails. Discover cliffside walkways, Taoist temples, and sweeping views. Adventurous travelers can take on the famous Plank Road in the Sky. Hike to South Peak for the highest lookout, then descend via North Peak using the cable car. Return to Xian in the late afternoon.

    Mount Huashan
    Mount Huashan
    Huashan Cable Car
    Huashan Cable Car
    Mount Huashan
    Mount Huashan

  • After breakfast, you will visit the Xian Museum to see Tang tri-colour pottery and ancient cultural relics. Then walk through the quiet gardens of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda. Learn how Buddhist scriptures from India influenced Chinese traditions. Enjoy a local-style lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Xian Airport or the train station for your journey home.

    Small Wild Goose Pagoda
    Small Wild Goose Pagoda
    Xian Museum
    Xian Museum
    Small Wild Goose Pagoda
    Small Wild Goose Pagoda

Clients Testimonials

  • Excellent

    TrustScore 5

  • 11 March 2025

    history is interesting!

    Loved the Terracotta Warriors and biking along the ancient city wall. Our guide was professional and gave us lots of cool insights. Everything went smoothly, from pickup to meals. Xian is full of history — this tour brought it to life.

    Daniel Scott
  • 26 May 2025

    Enriching experience

    This Xian and Chengdu tour was well-organized and enriching. Our guide in Xian brought ancient history to life with clear stories and great energy — the terracotta army was a highlight, but we also loved walking the city wall and trying local dumplings. In Chengdu, the pandas were a dream to see, and we had time to relax in a teahouse like locals do. The hotels were excellent, and travel between cities was seamless. I really appreciated how the team stayed in touch and customized a few parts based on our interests. A wonderful introduction to China’s depth and charm.

    Mark
  • 15 June 2025

    Amazing tour

    We visited Xian’s Terracotta warriors last month with my family. We had the professional guide service over there that made our day! The guide is so nice and knowledgeable, she took us back to the real history and let us feel that the warriors accosted us and say” hey mate, how is your day?” That trans history feel is so good! We highly recommend this Xian professional English guide service to all!

    Hannah
  • 8 May 2025

    Perfect travel !

    We would like to thank JustChinaTours and of course our travel consultant Allsion, who helped us together to prepare the program of our trip to China. The program was rich – in 12 days we managed to visit wonderful places related to the rich history and culture of this country, enjoy unique nature, get to know friendly young people – our local guides. We traveled by high-speed trains, planes, cars – everything was very well planned and organized. If you want to get to know China, do it with JustChinaTours Team, you will not regret it.

    Laura Bennett
  • 12 April 2025

    Great experience in Xian

    We had a wonderful experience with Aria. She was warm, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. Her explanations brought Xian’s rich history to life, and she made the story of the terracotta warriors accessible and engaging—even for our kids. Aria paced the tour perfectly, giving us time to take everything in without feeling rushed. She shared thoughtful insights about the different dynasties and landmarks we passed, and her passion for the city really shone through. This was one of the highlights of our trip, and we left with a deeper appreciation for Xian thanks to Aria’s guidance. Highly recommended JustChinaTours.

    Olivia

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