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Choose your trip length, interests, and pace to build a flexible Xian itinerary. Add other destinations, compare experiences, and reserve time for travel between stops.

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When to consider visiting

April–May and September–October

Seasonal guidance is a starting point; check weather and dates for your chosen experiences.

Choosing a base

Bell and Drum Tower / Muslim Quarter: Central, historic streets, best access to night food stalls and old-city sights. Beilin (Stele) District: Close to museums, metro lines and quieter hotels for museum visits. Gaoling / near Terracotta Army rail link: Convenient if Terracotta Army is a priority; good for day-trip logistics.

Experiences to explore

Browse these experiences as a starting point. The planner considers your interests, pace, and published schedules when building your days.

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

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

Uncover the magic of Xi’an on a full-day tour through its 3,100 years of history! With an expert local guide, you’ll check two UNESCO World Heritage sites off your bucket list: the…

Approx. 600 minutesView on Viator →
All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch

All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch

Skip the crowded coach tours and enjoy an intimate small-group half-day tour to the Terracotta Army. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll explore all three archaeological pits and …

Approx. 360 minutesView on Viator →
Xi'an Evening Food Tour by TukTuk

Xi'an Evening Food Tour by TukTuk

This is not another walking tour but a small group tour travel by private tuktuk and offer unlimited beer and soda while you and your English-speaking guide are whisked around Xi’a…

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →
Customized Private Day Tour:Terracotta Army&Xi'an(Entry fee excl)

Customized Private Day Tour:Terracotta Army&Xi'an(Entry fee excl)

This private tour offers door-to-door service from and back to your hotel with a private guide and a safe driver with a non-smoking car/van. The tour includes the visit to the Terr…

Approx. 480 minutesView on Viator →
8-Day Small-Group China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai

8-Day Small-Group China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai

8-Day China small group tour to Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai. This is the most popular and all-inclusive escorted China tour package. You will see the three most iconic Chinese citi…

Approx. 11520 minutesView on Viator →
Terracotta Army Ticket

Terracotta Army Ticket

Visit the World UESCO Heritage Terracotta Army. While the cost to enter the palace is modest, the lines to buy tickets are often long and mean you need to carry Chinese cash. Pre-b…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →

Make room for the trip you want

Start with the number of days you have, then choose an unhurried, balanced, or fuller pace. Review the suggested route before generating your daily plan. Transport allowances are estimates; confirm services and meeting points before booking.

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