Private Tour of Terracotta Warriors and Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

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Duration8h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesChinese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the rich history of Xi'an on a private day tour to the iconic Terracotta Warriors and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Begin with a convenient hotel pick-up in the morning, followed by a scenic one-hour drive to the Terracotta Warrior Museum. Discover the ancient Qin Dynasty as your professional guide shares insights about the warriors and the tomb of Qin Shihuang. After a light lunch featuring local delicacies like biangbiang noodles and Chinese hamburgers, continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, an active Buddhist site where you may witness monks in practice. Enjoy a personalized experience with private transportation and dedicated attention throughout your tour.

- Private transportation and personal tour guide ensure a tailored experience
- Visit the Terracotta Warriors, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Savor local cuisine during a light lunch, including biangbiang noodles
- Explore the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, an important Buddhist site

What's included

Private transportation for the day.
Entrance to the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Site (Climbing the pagoda is not included)
Light lunch of the Xian Delight
Professional English Tour Guide
Entrance Ticket to the Terracotta Warrior Site

Everything NOT mentioned in the included section.

What to expect

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
3h

Step back over 2,000 years into the heart of the Qin Dynasty. On this focused, private tour, you will skip the guesswork and dive straight into the history of the Terracotta Army. Because this is a private experience, we move at your pace, focusing on the details that fascinate you most.

What You Will See:
Pit 1: The Main Host: Witness the breathtaking sight of over 2,000 clay soldiers, horses, and chariots standing in battle formation. This is the largest and most iconic pit, where the scale of the Emperor's ambition truly hits you.

Pit 2: The Military Strategy: Explore the "command center" of the army, featuring specialized troops like archers, cavalry, and infantry. Here, you’ll see the intricate tactics used by the first Emperor.

Pit 3: The Headquarters: See the smallest but most significant pit, representing the high-ranking officers and the military elite.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
1h · Admission ticket included

Walk in the Footsteps of a Legend: You will visit the Da Ci'en Temple, the sacred grounds where the famous monk Xuanzang (Journey to the West) lived and worked. Your guide will share the gripping story of his 17-year pilgrimage to India and how he brought back the sacred Buddhist scriptures that this pagoda was built to protect.

Marvel at Tang Dynasty Architecture: Admire the pagoda’s simple yet elegant brick structure, which stands 64 meters tall. You’ll learn how it was built without a single drop of cement a true miracle of ancient Chinese engineering.

Stroll the Tranquil Gardens: Take a peaceful walk through the surrounding temple courtyards. And if you're lucky, you may hear the rhythmic chanting of the resident monks, offering a serene contrast to the bustling crowds.

A Leaning Wonder: Look closely the pagoda actually has a slight tilt! Your guide will explain why it’s often called the Leaning Tower of Pisa of the East and the efforts made to preserve it over the centuries.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you prefer not to disclose your private address, we can easily arrange a custom meeting point for your tour. We often suggest the Sofitel as a pickup location because it is centrally located. Pickups from the airport or train station are available for an additional fee.

End point

If you prefer not to disclose your private address, we can easily arrange a custom meeting point for your tour. We often suggest the Sofitel as a pickup location because it is centrally located. Pickups from the airport or train station are available for an additional fee.

Pickup details

We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's last name.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pagoda Climbing Inclusion: Access to the top of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is fully included in your tour price. Please note that climbing the pagoda is an optional activity; if you choose not to ascend, the ticket cost is non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for other services.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.