Xi’an Terracotta Army, Cave Dwellings, Clay Craft, Village Lunch

Xian, China
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover Xi’an’s history and folk culture on this tour blending world‑famous sightseeing and immersive village activities. Visit the UNESCO‑listed Terracotta Warriors Museum and admire the grand Qin‑Dynasty terracotta army. Then travel to a local Shaanxi village for multiple on‑site experiences. Explore traditional loess‑soil cave homes and learn about local folk lifestyles. Join a hands‑on terracotta‑warrior clay‑making workshop to engage with Qin history through craft. Take part in a Chinese cooking session to make biangbiang noodles and dumplings, then sample your own creations in the included village lunch.

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Visit to traditional Shaanxi cave dwellings
  • Hands‑on Chinese cooking experience
  • Professional tour guide
  • Hands‑on terracotta warrior clay‑making workshop
  • Hotel pickup and drop‑off service
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the world-famous UNESCO Terracotta Army, Xi’an’s most iconic historical landmark. On this guided tour, you will explore the major excavation pits and professional relic exhibition halls. You can closely admire life-sized terracotta soldiers featuring one-of-a-kind facial features, listen to the authentic story of their accidental discovery by local farmers, and acquire profound knowledge of Qin Dynasty military systems and superb ancient craft techniques.
    The pits of Terracotta Warriors are the burial pits of the Mausoleum of the First Emperor of Qin. The images of the pottery figurines are all different and their expressions are vivid. It is a pearl in the history of ancient Chinese sculpture art and is known as "the eighth wonder of the world" and "one of the great archaeological discoveries in the 20th century".
  2. 3h
    Explore authentic Shaanxi cave‑home dwellings carved into loess soil. Learn about this time‑honoured local residential style, how the earthen structures adapt to northern Shaanxi’s climate, and the folk traditions of villagers who once lived inside these unique homes.
    Join an engaging hands‑on terracotta‑warrior DIY workshop on‑site. Shape clay into miniature warrior figurines, and get a tangible feel for Qin‑Dynasty craftsmanship. This interactive craft brings the history of the Terracotta Army to life beyond simple sightseeing.
    Dive into Shaanxi food culture with fun cooking activities. Follow local instructors to make biangbiang noodles and fold Chinese dumplings by hand. Afterwards, sit down for a satisfying village‑style lunch featuring the homemade dishes you have helped prepare.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel. After you make the booking please contact us via WeChat or Whatsapp.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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