THE BEST 10 Xian Rail Tours in 2026 (Prices from $56)

This is a one day excursion to Luoyang, which is considered to be the East Capital of ancient China. Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple both belong to the world heritage and shows you more fascinating and diverse culture of China. Without worrying about the accommodation in another city, you can easily do this day trip via the fast speed train with Xi'an as headquarter. You will be picked up from your hotel at 6:30 by our driver to catch bullet train to Luoyang. After 1.5 hour train ride, you will be greeted by our local representative and start your tour by a car/van. You will visit the Shaolin Temple and the Kongfu show and then visit the Longmen Grottoes. Then transfer you to the Luoyang Longmen station to take the bullet train back to Xi'an. Once arriving in Xi'an, you can easily catch a taxi and go back to your hotel.

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Private tour to Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin from Xi'an by train

Free Cancellation
12 to 13 hours

from $220

Price varies by group size

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1-Day Longmen Grottoes & Shaolin Temple Tour from Xian by Round-way Bullet Train

13 hours

from $313

Price varies by group size

Special Offer

Discover Xi’an’s rich history on this small-group tour, starting with an in-depth visit to the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, walk or bike along the ancient City Wall, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Muslim Bazaar. With confirmed hotel pickup, a professional guide, and entrance tickets included, this tour offers a seamless way to experience Xi’an’s top landmarks.

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Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar

Free Cancellation
9 to 10 hours

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$50

$59

Price varies by group size

Special Offer

Take one day to travel round-trip from Xi’an to Luoyang by high-speed train to visit two famous attractions, Shaolin Temple and the Longmen Grottoes. Your private guide picks you up in Luoyang and takes you to Shaolin Temple to watch a kung-fu demonstration that displays amazing martial arts moves. Then head to the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage with Chinese Buddhist stone carvings that cover the rock mountain inside and out. Your private tour includes transportation, entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

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Luoyang Longmen & Shaolin Private Day Tour from Xian by HSR Train

14 hours

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$55

$58

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Base is a well-known site for the cute pandas. This private day tour will let you take round-way bullet train from Xian to Chengdu to view these cute pandas. Time permits, you can select other attraction in Chengdu to visit as well from Kuai & Zhai Alleys, Wenshu Temple, or Qingyang Temple. Xian centrally located hotel pickup and drop off are included. Please note this is a very long day tour and no escorting guide on the train.

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Private Day Tour to Chengdu Panda Base by Round-way Bullet Train from Xian

14 to 16 hours

from $378

Price varies by group size

Discover China's rich history on a half-day door-to-door tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow your private guide through the pits one, two, and three and see more than 7,000 terracotta soldiers. Upgrade the afternoon tour to include a trip to the Tang Dynasty Show and a feast of traditional Shaanxi dumplings or enjoy lunch at a Qin Dynasty themed restaurant.

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Private Half-Day Tour of Xi'an Terracotta Warriors

Free Cancellation
5 hours

from $145

Price varies by group size

Maximize your time in Chengdu, this all-inclusive private tour takes you to all the highlights: Chengdu Panda Breeding Base, Buddhist Temple, People’s Park and Old Town. Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle take you to the famous Wenshu monastery for lunch first, learn Buddhist culture from your guide before spend several hours watching adorable pandas. Followed by stroll down Kuanzhai Alley and then relax at a teahouse in the park. Round-trip bullet train tickets and Xi'an hotel pick up included.

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Private Chengdu Highlights Day Trip: Panda Base and City from Xi'an by Train

Free Cancellation
10 to 12 hours

from $269

Price varies by group size

Discover one of China’s most enthralling attractions on a full-day tour of the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses from Xi’an. With a professional guide, marvel at the most significant archeological excavation of the 20th century; see 7,000 life-sized figures in ordered rows and hear of how the sculptures were meticulously constructed to honor Emperor Qin Shihuang, China’s first ruler. Includes a Chinese lunch and convenient round-trip transportation from your Xi’an hotel.

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Terra-Cotta Warriors & Horses Essential Full Day Tour from Xi'an

Free Cancellation
9 hours

from $79

Mount Hua (Huashan), one of China’s five sacred mountains thanks to its Taoist temples, sits east of Xian in Shaanxi Province. While a return hike to the top of the mountain typically requires two days, this tour makes use of the cable cars, allowing you to take in the views from the summit with only a single day. With a private guide, you can explore at a leisurely pace and ask all the questions you want.

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Private Day Trip to Mount Hua from Xi'an with English Driver

Free Cancellation
8 to 10 hours

from $130

Price varies by group size

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Private Transfer: Xi'an Xianyang International Airport to Hotel

Free Cancellation
1 hour

from $34

Price varies by group size

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All Inclusive Private Half-day tour to the Terracotta Warriors

Free Cancellation
5 hours

from $125

Price varies by group size

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Xi'an City Center Private Cycling and Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
4 to 5 hours

from $96

Price varies by group size

Make the most of your time in Xi’an on a small-group foodie tour by tuk-tuk, seeking out the city’s best food. Explore hidden streets within Xian’s city walls you wouldn’t find alone. Experience Xi’an's cuisine and culture at local eateries, with dinner and unlimited beer and soft drinks included. Stop at 4–5 different places, and sample the only craft beer brewed in Xi’an at a local brewery.

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Xi'an Evening Food Tour by TukTuk

Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours

from $73

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of Mt. Huashan. Complete with private round-trip transportation from Xi'an, this tour, led by a dedicated guide, will show you and your private party the highlights of the region, including the scenic vistas and ancient temples. Take the cable car up the mountain while your guide explains the religious, historic, and cultural significance of the mountain.

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Private Day Tour of Mt. Huashan with Round-Trip Cable Car from Xi'an

Free Cancellation
8 hours

from $305

Price varies by group size

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Xi'an 1-Day Coach Tour of Terracotta Army

Free Cancellation
6 to 8 hours

from $50

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Form Xi'an To Luoyang Longmen Grottoes & Shaolin Temple Day Tour by Bullet Train

8 hours

from $453

Price varies by group size

Take one day to travel round-trip from Xi’an to Luoyang by high-speed train to visit two famous attractions, Shaolin Temple and the Longmen Grottoes. Your private guide picks you up in Luoyang and takes you to Shaolin Temple to watch a kung-fu demonstration that displays amazing martial arts moves. Then head to the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage with Chinese Buddhist stone carvings that cover the rock mountain inside and out. Your private tour includes transportation, entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Instant Confirmation Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver Free hotel pickup and drop-off included Informative, friendly and professional guide All entrance fees included Lunch included

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Louyang Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple Day Tour from Xian

Free Cancellation
14 hours

from $286

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

Perfect for visitors short on time, this efficient, half-day visit covers China’s iconic terracotta army—the world’s largest ancient burial site—topped off by a tasty local lunch. Tours include private hotel pickup (within the third ring of Xi'an City), so you can skip the hassle of navigating the city. Get detailed history and background from your group guide while getting a peek at thousands of clay warriors along with the mysterious mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang.

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Mini Group: Half-Day Xi'an Terracotta Warriors Discovery Tour

Free Cancellation
5 hours

from $148

Price varies by group size

Explore the ancient city of Xi’an on a private two-day tour. After a quick and convenient bullet train ride, learn about one of China’s oldest and best-preserved cities from your local guide. Marvel at landmarks like Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s amazing Terracotta Army, the ancient wall, the Muslim Quarter, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Enjoy two delicious meals and one night of hotel accommodations included in the tour price.

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Discover Xian by Bullet Train: 2 Days from Beijing

Free Cancellation
2 days

from $491

Price varies by group size

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From Xian: High Speed Train Private Trip to Luoyang

Free Cancellation
11 to 12 hours

from $405

Price varies by group size

Explore the famous Shaolin Temple and Songyang Academy from Xi'an by bullet train. You will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. Admire one of the four greatest academies for higher education in ancient China. This private tour includes lunch, entrance fee, train tickets, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to end your tour in Zhengzhou or return Xi'an

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Xi'an Private Day Trip to Shaolin Temple and Songyang Academy by Bullet Train

8 to 10 hours

from $347

Price varies by group size

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes on a private day tour by high-speed train from Xi’an. Enjoy the martial arts practice and the extensive caves and rock face filled with intricate Buddhist stone carvings. • Your tour includes all transportation, lunch, entrance fees and an informative private guide. • Travel in a comfortable private vehicle.

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Private tour to Shaolin Monastery & Longmen Grottoes from Xi'an by Bullet Train

Free Cancellation
14 hours

from $489

Price varies by group size

Top Xian Rail Tours

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Top Attractions in Xian

Shaanxi History Museum

Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)

Huaqing Palace

Terracotta Warriors Museum (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum)

South Gate (Yongningmen)

Shaanxi History Museum

Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)

Huaqing Palace

Terracotta Warriors Museum (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum)

South Gate (Yongningmen)

Shaanxi History Museum

Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang)

Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)

Huaqing Palace