Xi'an: Exclusive Terracotta Army Tour & Local Family Lunch
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Xian, China
- 6 to 7 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Visit the ancient a UNESCO World Heritage Site—the Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an
- Learn about the ancient history from your private guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off is included for a hassle-free experience
- A small group means more attention from your guide
What's Included
- Terracotta Army Tickets
- Hotel Pickup and Drop off
- Local Home-Cooked Lunch
- Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Licensed English-Speaking Guide
- Unlimited Bottled Water
- Gratuities
- Terracotta Army Ticket-Only Option: No guided tours, no hotel pick-up, no lunch.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
1. Terracotta Army Tickets Option: No pick-up service 2. Small Group Tour Option: Pick-up service is available for hotels within Xi'an's downtown 2nd Ring Road (train stations and airports excluded). 3. Private Tour Option: Pick-up service is available for any hotel in Xi'an (train stations and airports excluded). 4. If your hotel is outside our pickup area, please meet us at the designated meeting point hotel.
Itinerary
Xi'an (Pass By)
1
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
Lintong District
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Xi'an (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 108 reviews
James_O, Jun 2026
Great experience for a great price. Visiting the warriors is a must see. Would love to do it again. ❤️
John_M, May 2026
This was a great experience. Andy is very engaging and knowledgeable. The highlight was the family lunch which was actually at Andy's parents' house with his wife and daughter. We learnt a lot about history and also about life in China. Definitely recommended.
Kelly_K, May 2026
Andy picked us up at our hotel shortly before 8:30, which was very convenient than us trying to find a meeting point in the city. His small bus provided a comfortable one hour ride to the site.
Upon arrival we were given the audio ear piece, which was quite clear compared to the ones we used in other tours. He spoke good English and shared a lot of useful info as he led us around the three Pits to different spots where we were able to take a lot of great closeup photos.
After the tour around 12:30 he took us to his parents clean and neat house about 15 minutes away for great lunch with a variety of fresh vegetables as well as pork and chicken dishes served with jasmine tea, family style.
After walking around so much, we appreciated being dropped off at our hotel around 2:30. Value of this tour was excellent with a door to door ride, a 3-hour tour, and great lunch! It was a great day where we got to check off one of the things in our bucket list. We highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Belinda_E, May 2026
Had a fantastic day with Andy would highly recommended it , best tour guide ever , had our fair share of tour guide but Andy is highly educated and knows his stuff
Lunch is a must traditional home cooked meals was amazing
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Marius_S, May 2026
On time pickup, interesting, relevant and thorough information about XiAn, China on the way, about the teracota army on site ending with a lovely lunch at the guide's (Andy) family house. A very professional and perfectly executed tour!! Highly recommended :)
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Salima_O, May 2026
Excellent tour with Christina. Much better doing this tour than going it alone. So much more insightful this way and the family lunch was great. Christina also helped us book the Tang dynasty show and made great suggestions for other things to see/visit.
Response from Host, May 2026
It’s been a pleasure to join you on this journey, and we’re delighted you enjoyed the experience we worked hard to create. Your trust means so much to us. We also appreciate you sharing your travel insights. Inspired by your feedback, we’ll keep raising our standards and serving with the same enthusiasm. We hope our paths cross again for another adventure. Take care until then! Best regards！
Barbara_W, Apr 2026
Andy was a fabulous guide! Very informative, he’s a pro. English is very good, he’s been guiding visitors for 20 years. The family lunch was delicious, don’t miss out.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Alexander_S, Apr 2026
Really great experience. The tour guide was knowledgeable and very kind. Getting to meet his family was a really sweet touch and the food was fabulous
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Judit_V, Apr 2026
Andy was a great guide, communication was via WhatsApp and it was easy. We got picked up from our hotel as well as the other tourists. We got to the site, we didn't have to queue at all. Inside the museum was a bit crowded, but Andy showed us a good spot to take pictures and explained us the history of the Terracotta warriors. He is very knowledgeable and it was very interesting tour. After visiting the museum, Andy took us to his parent's house for lunch, which was very delicious, it was a lot of food as well. His dad is a very good cook. I would highly recommend this tour with Andy. He also helped us booking other tickets, very much appreciated.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Antonia_S, Apr 2026
Andy our guide was a very experienced guide. He knows how to handle the crowd and will guide you through the terracotta warriors the best possible ways. The lunch at his parents place was delicious and very authentic. Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
FaustineJulien, Apr 2026
We had to ask and wait until 10PM the night prior to the trip to get the pickup time from the guide. The tour was pretty boring and not well organised. The place is very busy and instead to allocate a time for each group to see a place, everything feels rushed and people around pushing you to get one more pointless selfie. The terracotta army is not impressive at all and can be avoided. A waste of time.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We did not contact you at an unreasonably late hour. Your trip fell during the busiest travel season, and we did our best to inform you and arrange your itinerary properly.
The heavy crowds at the scenic spot are beyond our control, as it receives over 70,000 visitors daily. We arranged the tour as reasonably as possible to ensure it went smoothly.
Your view that the Terracotta Army is unimpressive and not worth visiting is purely personal, which we respect. Its value and significance are globally recognized. Different people have different opinions, and we hope you can focus on what you find meaningful.
James_R, Mar 2026
Andy was very knowledgeable, organised and accommodating. We were travelling with an 11 month old baby and nervous about space and crowds. Whilst the museum itself is not terribly well set up for strollers (carrier is generally preferable during busy tines especially) Andy helped us navigate this very smoothly.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Rashad_p, Mar 2026
Andy is a great tour guide. We were late to the pickup point and he waited for us. He explained the terra cotta army site in great detail and answered any questions we had.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Kimbra_N, Mar 2026
Andy was such an amazing guide! Such a local perspective of the warriors and the bonus of eating at his family’s home was the best! Thank you Andy for a wonderful tour, highly recommend to others!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Maki_N, Mar 2026
Great day with Andy at the Terracotta Warriors museum. Andy was very knowledgeable and welcoming to everyone and made accommodations so all felt looked after and comfortable. It was great to hear the history and stories behind the Terracotta Warriors and meeting one of the original farmers who discovered them in the 60s. After the museum, we were invited to lunch at Andy’s parent’s house where they welcomed us to a wonderful home cooked meal. What a treat. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Kimberly_F, Feb 2026
I highly recommend this small group tour of The Terracotta Soiders. Min was a great guide. Her English was really good, and she was a wealth of knowledge about relevant history. The highlight was a delicious lunch in a local family's home. The husband and wife prepared about 8 local dishes.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us. We have been committed to providing all our guests who travel to China with a truly authentic travel experience. This includes avoiding crowded areas, sampling delicious local cuisines, offering knowledgeable tour guides proficient in various languages, extremely polite drivers and comfortable as well as safe vehicles. Your affirmation and recognition are the direction and motivation of our efforts. We believe that in the future, if you come to Xi'an or travel around China again, you will surely choose our travel services, because we are making progress and improving ourselves every single day. Our goal is to offer you the best China travel experience.
Rema_M, Dec 2025
Absolutely unforgettable! My visit to the Terracotta Army was, as expected, a breathtaking encounter with history. Nothing prepares you for the scale and solemnity of standing before the silent ranks of warriors, each face uniquely etched with purpose over two millennia ago. The Terracotta Army is awe-inspiring, but the true highlight was a lunch that felt like a homecoming. At a family house, we were welcomed like old friends and served the most delicious, heartfelt meal—simple, warm, and full of soul. It was the perfect, comforting end to a day of wonder. Don't miss this tour!
Tan_A, Dec 2025
Wonderful Tour guide Willow!
The tour started on time, pace was good and the lunch at the village home was a unique experience
David_a, Nov 2025
Andy, our guide and owner of the business, contacted me the day before through WhatsApp to confirm pickup time and place and was there when he said he'd be.
The day itself was brilliant. Andy explained the history of the discovery of the warriors and also about the time they were built. He also explained about the history of Xi'an, and also how things had changed dramatically in his lifetime.
As for the actual visit to the Warriors, it was excellent and Andy was a great guide.
But the icing on the cake for this trip was lunch with a local family. But not just any family. It was with his parents in their little village. We were made to feel very welcome and the food was delicious and plentiful.
It was a very memorable day and I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone.
Wayne_H, Oct 2025
Andy the tour guide provided a personal service, pick up and drop off from/to the hotel. The history and details were explained clearly and after the tour the lunch at the family's place was quite nice.
Sebastian_K, Sep 2025
Andy was an awesome guide who speaks very good english and explains a lot of things about the terracotta army! You get to eat at his families house which is the most authentic experience you can probably get regarding local food! I can absolutely recommend this tour :)
Mitchi_W, Sep 2025
Hotel pick up was great and the tour was smooth including the fantastic family lunch! Will definitely recommend this tour to anybody! Thank you!
Gennaro_D, Sep 2025
Andy, our guide, was fabulous, caring, passionate about his job, a lovely person. We had an amazing experience also meeting new people. Lunch at a family house was amazing. I would suggest this experience to everyone.
Sarah_M, Aug 2025
I had an unforgettable day touring Xi’an, visiting the incredible Terracotta Warriors, the majestic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and the historic City Wall. Each site was fascinating in its own right, but what truly made the day special was our guide, Amber.
Amber was absolutely outstanding – funny, engaging, and deeply knowledgeable about the rich history and culture of Xi’an. She brought each location to life facts, and insights. Her passion for her city was clear from the start, and her ability to connect with everyone in our group made the experience personal and enjoyable.
What I appreciated most was how accommodating she was. Whether it was adjusting the pace, answering every question with patience, or helping us find the best photo spots and local snacks, Amber went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment.
A special highlight of the day was lunch, which was simply amazing. It was homemade, authentic, and absolutely delicious – easily one of the best meals I've had in China. There was so much food, every dish was prepared with care, and the hospitality of the local hosts was heartwarming. It felt like being welcomed into someone’s home rather than just stopping for a tourist meal.
If you're planning a trip to Xi’an, ask for Amber – she truly made this tour one of the highlights of my entire trip to China.
MarkA_B, Jul 2025
Our Wednesday, July 2nd tour with our guide Amber was excellent. Despite the enormous crowds typical of peak season, we were able to navigate in and out of the key areas smoothly and managed to see all the main points of interest. Although the museum portion was self-guided, we were very satisfied with the overall service provided by the tour agency and would definitely use them again. We also highly recommend visiting the Tang Dynasty Garden and the evening wall show—both were memorable highlights.
— Mark & Jane, California,
Vishwanath_T, Jul 2025
It was an excellent experience and our tour guide Amber was very helpful and knowledgeable. We got a complete experience.
Tanya_F, Jun 2025
This was really great tour . You’ll get to see all the main attractions, everything you came for to Xi’an : Terracotta Warriors, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Temple complex , the Drum Tower and so much more . Our guide Mike worked really hard to show us every little detail and tell us everything about the history of these amazing places. You’ll learn so much ! Mike used to work in the States so his English is great . I also would like to mention the lunch , which is included with this tour , it was in the small village and was an authentic and super delicious .
Gina_W, May 2025
After searching GetYourGuide for Terracotta Army and Xi'an highlights tours, we picked this one—and it was the best decision! It felt like exploring with an old friend. We even got to Andy’s place for authentic home - cooked meals, a once - in - a - lifetime treat. The itinerary covered top spots like the Terracotta Army, City Wall, and Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, perfect for our short stay. The price was unbeatable, and we had an amazing time. Don’t miss it—you won’t regret booking! I’ll definitely come back and use their services again.
David_P, May 2025
Even though this was one of the busiest days of the year, I had a great experience. I manage to see everything that I wanted to see. Aurora, the tour guide was fabulous. Thank you so much!
Louise O, Oct 2017
My two boys and I absolutely loved this tour. Having a tour guide explain one on one the history and meaning behind what you are looking at is worth every dollar. Our guide and driver were amazing, our guides passion for Xi'an and the local history just made it all the more interesting. Rosemary was so nice and we felt so comfortable with her that she really felt like a friend at the end of the day. I would highly recommend this tour.
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