All Northwest China Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 2

Shaanxi History Museum: A Glorious Treasure House of Ancient Chinese Civilization Boasting a collection of more than 1.7 million precious cultural relics, it spans over a million years of Chinese history, from the prehistoric Homo erectus lantianensis relics to the cultural treasures of the late Qing Dynasty. The museum’s collections are renowned for their large quantity, diverse types, high historical and artistic value. Among them, the exquisite bronze wares of the Shang and Zhou dynasties, vivid pottery figurines and splendid tri-color glazed pottery of the Tang Dynasty, magnificent tomb murals of the Tang Dynasty, and delicate gold and silver artifacts are the most eye-catching highlights, witnessing the prosperity of the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties—the golden ages of ancient China. It is not only a cultural landmark of Xi’an but also a must-visit destination for travelers and history enthusiasts from all over the world to touch the soul of ancient Chinese civilization.

Beat the language barrier and explore Xian in your own style at your own pace on this 2-day private tour. Choose up to six attractions from a possible 15, including signature sights like the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and lesser-known attractions like bar street or the Calligraphy Museum. Then just sit back and relax as your private guide and driver take you around. Tour includes lunch in non-touristy restaurants.

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.

Go beyond the typical Shaolin Temple tour and also learn some kung fu skills when you take this private full-day tour from Zhengzhou. Visit the temple to enjoy a demonstration and learn from the monks who live there, then enjoy a martial arts lesson. Includes lunch to keep you energized and convenient round-trip transfers.

Skip the rigid itineraries and opt for a more flexible approach to sightseeing on this private full-day tour of Xi’an. Head to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, then take your pick of two more Xi’an highlights, catered to your interests. Choose between Huaqing Hot Springs, Banpo Museum, Xi'an City Wall, and many more options, with your choice of guide-only, guide with pickup, or guide plus transportation.

Xian used to be the capital of Ancient Tang Dynasy in China. Now, Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-Bright City brings you back to the old time. Enjoy your dream night trip. It will make your Chinese trip unforgottable.

With minimal English spoken, Luoyang can be hard to get around independently. Take the pain out of transportation on this private tour that include the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and an authentic kung fu show performed by Shaolin monks at the Shaolin Temple. Tour includes lunch and round-trip transfers from your hotel and/or the station.

Since Google Maps does not have the precise location for this address.The pin on the map may not be accurate. Please use the following Chinese and English address: Restaurant Address: 3rd Floor, Building B, Ducheng Road, Xincheng District, Xi'an（Chinese address：西安市新城区笃成路B栋3层大明宫宴）. Unveil the Glory of the Tang Dynasty at the Daming Palace Banquet Nestled just south of the magnificent Danfeng Gate in the Tang Daming Palace Heritage Park(a short walk from Xi'an Railway Station), the Daming Palace Banquet offers a royal experience that goes beyond the famous "Tang Dynasty Show." While the traditional show mesmerizes with music and dance, we invite you to not just watch, but to live the history. Step into a world of imperial grandeur and indulge in a luxurious feast fit for an emperor, all while being enthralled by exquisite Tang-era performances on our revolutionary 360° circular stage. This is not just a show; it's a journey back to the golden age of China.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving tour groups with a handy private driver and guide to take you to the famous Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an. Visit the warriors at the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, then customize your schedule for the day based on where you want to go: choose two more attractions in downtown Xi’an to visit afterward. All entrance fees at your own expense.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening out in Xi'an and discover the city’s rich cultural heritage with a dazzling Tang Dynasty show, featuring live music, Chinese folk dances, and ancient cultural traditions. Prebook your tickets to guarantee your admission on your preferred date and upgrade to include a dumpling dinner for a more complete experience.

The Terracotta Warriors Museum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Xian’s most in-demand attraction. Ensure entry even at busy times while benefiting from the knowledge and insight of your guide when you prebook this convenient tour—without the hard-sell factory or shopping stops that blight many Chinese tours. Choose between a small-group visit with hotel transfers by shared vehicle and an even more intimate group with private hotel transfers.

The private airport pick-up service helps you reach your hotel directly from the airport. For the airport drop-off service, we make sure you have plenty of time for the check-in at the airport. It is completely worries free! All the vehicles in service are air-conditioned and comfortable. Just advise your names, flight numbers and hotel in advance. We offer you a pleasant trip between the airport and your hotel!

This full day Non-factory shopping private tour will immerse you into Xian's amazing top 3 highlights, such as Terra Cotta Army, Ancient City Wall and Big Wild Goose Pagoda in downtown center square. All entrance tickets, delicious lunch, private English-speaking guide and driver, whole day transfer service are all included in this 8-hour tour.

Have a guided tour to the Terracotta Warriors Museum and skip the entrance lines. Learn all about this UNESCO protected site, with the collection of life-size terracotta sculptures, including troops, horses, and more. Hear the history of Imperial China, and learn about how these sculptures were created. Visit several pits to see different relics, and also the Exhibition of Bronze Chariots.

Through the tale of a camel labor who braves innumerable hardships during a journey to the Western Regions and eventually makes his return, the performance vividly demonstrates the profound impact of the Silk Road on China. It comprehensively unfolds the history, culture, politics, economy, and social mores of the flourishing Tang Dynasty (618 AD - 906 AD). The show is accompanied by subtitles in English, Korean, and Chinese. Seating (recommended order): VIP (best view) > Diamond > Platinum > Guest Book VIP for the closest action with the animals. If your booking is the ticket only option, you will go to theater on your own.

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!

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.

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.

Cover ground you couldn’t hope to cover by bus or taxi over two fascinating days of door-to-door touring with a private guide in Xian. See two terracotta armies, one crafted for Qin Shi Huang, the second for a Han emperor. Walk on Xian City Wall, tour the Muslim Quarter, admire Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and explore traditional cave homes. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and private transfers on both days. Accommodation is at your choice and expense: Upgrade to include Chinese restaurant lunches.

Planning your visit to Xi'an is not easy, especially you have to book all attraction tickets in advance now. Let us make your trip easy, stress-free by reserving your Terra-cotta Warriors tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds and explore the massive museum independently. Of course, you can upgrade for an escorted group tour or a private guided tour to learn the histories and stories about the museum. Or add a private round-trip transfer service to let our friendly driver pick you up from Xi'an city hotel or airport to make your trip more convenient and time-saving.