Xi'an is characterized by and is proud of its ancient heritage, such as the world-renowned Terracotta Army. A visit to Xi'an is often at the top of a traveler's to-do list.
Often called the birthplace of Chinese civilization, Xi'an is the oldest of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, serving as the capital city of 13 dynasties spreading intermittently across a 1,100-year period from 221 BC.
Xi'an is located in North Central China. It is about 2 hours by air from Beijing and 2½ hours from Shanghai.
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Tour of Xi'an with Jenny from China Highlights
Jenny from China Highlights took us to see the Terracotta Warriors, the Wild Goose Pagoda and to the city wall where we bicycled around. It was a great experience and we couldn't recommend her more highly. more
Jan 2025, Joshua R
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China Highlights tour around Xi’an with tour guide Jenny
Jenny from China Highlights took us to the Wild Goose Pagoda, the Terracotta Warriors and a fun bicycle ride around the city wall. Jenny also showed us a great restaurant with plenty of delicious local foods. Jenny was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The day was filled with history. Overall I would give the tour and Jenny a 10/10, it was a great day. more
Jan 2025, Andrew R
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Excellent Tour
Fantastic journey arranged by an experienced Tour Guide Mr.Jerry for our Xi'an tour. Under his arrangment: Firstly we managed to visit the 兵马俑博物馆馆主杨先生, close chat with him about his founding of this world heritage sites. Secondly we smoothly and safely visited the 兵马俑three buildings, in avoiding huge crowd. Thirdly you should definitely not miss the 西安千古情剧recommended by Mr. Jerry. 4th special thanks to his smart arrangment to send one of our family member back to hotel due mindgrand. 5th nice trip to 大雁塔,大唐夜城,回民街etc. At last, each meals arranged by Jerry were tasteful and mount watering foods. He is strongly recommended. more
Jan 2025, Sweeboonk
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Top Private Xi'an Tours
These are the most popular Xi'an itineraries for visiting the classic sights. Similar itineraries never mean the same experience. Instead of just show you around, we create unique Xi'an experiences: interactions with local people and culture.
- Meet terracotta warriors from 2,200 years ago
- Make your own terracotta warriors in a cave dwelling
- Stand on the top of Mt Hua, Taoism's sacred mountain
- Unveil secrets of the Terracotta Army
- Explore top 3 things to do on tripadvisor in one day
- Taste local snacks and the flavor of life in the Muslim Quarter
- Admire the Terracotta Warriors
- Taste exotic atmosphere at Muslim Quarter
- Enjoy amazing sunset on the Great Wall
- Discover Shanghainese secret-recipe summer dishes
- Hike along the Great Wall.
- Challenge yourself on the Glass Bridge.
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- Pay your respects at the pilgrim's holy palace.