All Northwest China Tours & Excursions in 2026

This small-group, full-day sightseeing tour of Xi'an with an English-speaking guide offers personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Explore the renowned Terracotta Army Museum, marveling at over 7,000 life-sized warriors arranged in battle formation across three excavated pits. Then, sit down to a traditional Xi'an lunch at a family restaurant to sample the regional flavors.

Embark on this exclusive private day tour from Luoyang to explore two of China’s most culturally significant landmarks: Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes. Dive into the heart of Chinese martial arts and Zen Buddhism at Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu: witness a breathtaking live kung fu performance showcasing masterful martial arts stunts, uncover the temple’s 1,500-year legacy of history and spiritual culture, and marvel at China’s largest Pagoda Forest, a sacred memorial to revered monks. Then visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Longmen Grottoes, a masterpiece of Chinese Buddhist art spanning over 400 years of carving: wander this spectacular cliffside complex and gaze at thousands of exquisitely crafted Buddhist statues chiseled into limestone crags, a testament to the golden age of Tang Dynasty art and religious heritage. This private tour covers all entrance fees, lunch, English-speaking guide and seamless private vehicle transport—no extra costs, no hassle.

With so much to see, exploring Xi’an’s most important sights in one day can be challenging without a plan. This private tour brings the city’s highlights together with ease thanks to an efficient itinerary. Visit the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, then continue into Xi’an’s historic center to see the Ancient City Wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. As it's a private tour, you can also customize when and where you stop to suit your interests—not possible on shared excursions.

Unless you can write your name in Chinese characters and have a credit card to match, online booking is hard in China. This service makes it easy, guaranteeing a spot at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, without locking you into transfers and guiding. Your ticket includes entry to the main excavations and the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, plus a shuttle bus in between.

It's possible to visit Shaolin Temple and the Longmen Grottoes in one day with this private tour by train. Travel to Luoyang by high-speed train, where your private guide picks you up 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.

Even if you’re short on time, you can still visit the Terracotta Warriors on this small-group half-day tour with an English-speaking guide. After hotel pickup from your centrally located Xi’an accommodation, travel by air-conditioned minivan to the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors Museum, where you will have time to visit the three excavated pits and a newly opened exhibition. Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring typical local dishes and a glass of drink during the tour.

Tang Dynasty was the most powerful era in Chinese history.The Tang Dynasty Xi'an is China's Premier Cultural Entertainment Theatre Restaurant.The earliest Tang Dynasty Music & Dancing Show was shown here in 1988.It was the only cultural show complimented by a Live Classical Chinese Orchestra. The Tang Dynasty Xi'an has now become a must-visit place for the world leaders, and visitors to Xi'an from both home and abroad. Standard Performance Schedule: - Dining: 18:00-19:30 - Show: 19:30–20:35 Peak Season (Possible Two Performances): If there are two performances, we will notify guests of the exact showtimes as soon as possible. Two-Performance Reference Schedule: *First Show: - Dining: 17:00-17:45 - Show: 17:45–18:50 *Second Show: - Dining: 19:10 - Show: 20:10–21:15

Explore one of Xian’s top attractions on a half-day tour. After a convenient hotel, airport, or train station pickup, head to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Learn about the history of China’s ancient capital from your informative guide and marvel at the thousands of sculptures built more than 2,000 years ago to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife on this flexible outing with a personal driver.

As a key part of the Silk Road, Hexizoulang(Corridor on the west bank of the Yellow River) is the parth connecting the mainland to Xinjiang. Zhangye, Jiayuguan and Dunhuang are the pearls along the corridor. You will see splendid landforms from Yadan, Danxia to the Gobi, Desert and even an oasis. History and culture are well presented too, murals in Dunhuang doesn't speak a word, but it says everything. Having a dialogue with the history for the continous 2000 years there is the dream of many from all over the world.

Join this small group and get to the best parts of Xian, including the Terracotta Army, the city wall, pagodas, and the Muslim bazaar. Your guide will collect you from your hotel, and you’ll set off in an air conditioned minivan for the Terracotta Warriors. Then visit the Wild Goose Pagoda, followed by the city walls. Finally you’ll visit the Muslim quarter where there are some wonderful restaurants where you can have dinner (own expense).

Renowned for its breathtaking dramatic landscapes forged over an astounding four billion years of geological history, Yellow River Stone Forest Park ranks as the premier attraction near Lanzhou. Embark on this exclusive private guided day tour from Lanzhou to explore this natural masterpiece, with a seamless all-inclusive experience featuring pre-booked park entry tickets, a professional English-speaking local guide, round-trip private vehicle transfers, and convenient door-to-door pick-up and drop-off from your Lanzhou hotel—all thoughtfully arranged for a hassle-free adventure, with meals not included.

Make the most of even a single day in Xian on this customizable private tour. Explore the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Afterwards, visit your choice of two Xian attractions, perhaps the Muslim Quarter, Ancient City Wall, Banpo Museum, or Temple of the Eight Immortals. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees.

Immerse yourself in the music and dance of China's Tang Dynasty during an unforgettable evening at Xi'an's Huaqing Palace. Enjoy convenient pickup from your downtown Xi'an hotel and journey to this historic site, famed for its ancient hot springs. There, witness the spectacular performance of The Song of Everlasting Sorrow — an epic dance drama recounting the passionate yet tragic love story between a Tang emperor and his cherished consort, set against the backdrop of rebellion and dynastic upheaval.

This convenient day trip delivers you by bullet train from Zhengzhou to Xi'an for a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors and climb Xi’an’s remarkably preserved ancient city walls. If you have extra time, stroll around the Muslim Street to experience the local life and try their tasty snacks before take the bullet train back to Zhengzhou. Round-trip hotel transfers, entrance fee and local lunch are included. You can choose to end your tour in Xi'an or return Zhengzhou.

Terracotta Army Tour with Local Family Lunch: Experience Xi'an’s most iconic site with comfort, culture, and cuisine. Step into the world of ancient China with our intimate small group tour to the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army. Led by an licensed English-speaking guide, you’ll explore this UNESCO World Heritage site in depth — with stories, secrets, and stunning views that bring the past to life. After the tour, join a welcoming local family for a genuine cultural experience. Step into their traditional courtyard home, sip fragrant jasmine tea, and savor a homemade feast of authentic Shaanxi specialties—dishes you won’t find in tourist spots. Chat with the family (guide-assisted translation included) about their daily life and culinary traditions, soaking up rural scenery and getting a feel for local village life. Uncover the warriors. Book now!

When in Xian, it’s a must to visit the Terracotta Army’s pits and discover the soldiers and horses that had been created and buried centuries ago. This entrance ticket saves you time when you get to the entrance, so you can head right inside without waiting in line to purchase your ticket. This is an individual ticket, not part of a group tour, so you can explore how you like.

It's a private small group tour conducted by local licensed tour guide with 10 years experience. We will save your time to catch the profound history of the Grottoes, interesting Kungfu show and age old temple. We already got more than 100 good reviews. Looking forward to your arrival!

Immerse yourself in the cultural delights of Xi’an during the Tang Dynasty Show. Be amazed by the colorful costumes, incredible choreography and exuberant music of the Tang Dynasty Show. Pleasure your plate with a sumptuous selection of filled dumplings over than 12 kinds and side dishes with vegetables and meat. Vegetarian dumplings and food are available as well. The dumpling banquet and show is in the same theater restaurant. Our driver will meet you in your hotel lobby or designated area at 6pm or earlier to take you to the theater. After the dumpling banquet and the show, take you back to your hotel.

The Legend of Camel Bell is shown in Xi 'an Huaxia Cultural Tourism Grand Theater. It is designed as a large ellipsoid building 142 meters long, 128 meters wide and about 50 meters high, which can accommodate 3,000 people to watch performances at the same time. On November 20, 2019, the "Legend of the Camel Bell" show once again won the world-class award, the most influential and authoritative IAAPA highest award in the field of amusement park entertainment equipment in the world and the "Legend of the Camel Bell" show was also nominated for the award, Disney France's "Lion King" and Tokyo Disney's "Oh, Long Live Summer". In the end, "Legend of the Camel Bell" show stood out among the two major Disney and won the crown!

If you're short on time but want to make sure to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors, this private half-day tour may be just the ticket. An English-speaking guide and driver will escort you from your hotel to the warriors and leave you with plenty of time to explore the attraction at your own pace. You'll then have the option to stop for lunch or dinner or head straight back to your hotel.

The Legend of Camel Bell is shown in Xi 'an Huaxia Cultural Tourism Grand Theater. It is designed as a large ellipsoid building 142 meters long, 128 meters wide and about 50 meters high, which can accommodate 3,000 people to watch performances at the same time. On November 20, 2019, the "Legend of the Camel Bell" show once again won the world-class award, the most influential and authoritative IAAPA highest award in the field of amusement park entertainment equipment in the world and the "Legend of the Camel Bell" show was also nominated for the award, Disney France's "Lion King" and Tokyo Disney's "Oh, Long Live Summer". In the end, "Legend of the Camel Bell" show stood out among the two major Disney and won the crown!

Enjoy a full-day trip from Xi’an to Mount Huashan to experience the natural beauty and extraordinary views of this craggy dramatic landscape. Ride up the slopes in a cable car to the summit, where you can walk along the mountains and view Buddhist and Taoist temples tucked into sheer cliffs and rock. Explore the summit with your guide and discover spots such as Gold Lock Pass, where people have placed thousands of locks along the trail fences. Includes private guide and vehicle, plus hotel pickup and drop-off.

Pair the flexibility of independent travel with the convenience of an organized tour on this private guided door-to-door day tour to two of the top attractions near Louyang. Start by visiting the Shaolin Temple for a kung fu show. Afterwards, tour the Longmen Grottoes, a wonderland of over 100,000 ancient Buddhist carvings.