8–12 hours
Guided in English
Instant confirmation
Private tour

Highlights

Enjoy a seamless day trip from Beijing to Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors—we take care of pre-booked round-trip high-speed train tickets (the fastest, most cost-effective way to travel) and door-to-door transfers: from your Beijing hotel to the train station, then straight to the UNESCO site upon arriving in Xi’an. What makes this trip stand out? Your guide is a 10+ year expert deeply familiar with the Terracotta Army’s behind-the-scenes stories—from its 1974 discovery to the unique craftsmanship of its 8,000+ life-sized clay soldiers. Since your Xi’an time is limited, our core mission is to help you fully understand this ancient wonder’s history and significance in a short, focused journey. Included: train tickets, transfers, entrance fees—no extra planning needed.

Inclusions

What's included

Travel by private car
Round-trip 2nd Class train tickets. 1st/Business Class-contact us to book, pay the difference
English speaking tour guide
Entrance Fee

What's not

Gratuities
Accommodation
Food

Itinerary

Our itinerary includes a round-trip ticket for the second-class seat. If you need a first-class or business-class seat, please contact us. We will assist you with the booking, and you only need to pay the additional price difference, subject to ticket availability.
Passes by
Meet your tour guide at the Museum. Once at the museum, which is divided into three main sections: No.1 Pit, No.2 Pit, and No.3 Pit. The original site was discovered by four local farmers in 1974 while they were drilling a well. Since then, it has become one of the most significant attractions not only in Xi'an but around the world. As you stroll through the museum, your tour guide will be there to answer all your questions and provide you with rich historical and cultural insights. If time permits after the museum visit, your tour guide will take you to a local eatery where you can savor authentic Xi'an cuisine. Do note that the cost of lunch is at your own expense. After the tour, you will be transferred to the railway station to take the train back to Beijing. Our driver in Beijing will pick you up from the station and transfer you back to your hotel in Beijing, ensuring a seamless end to your wonderful trip.
2 hAdmission included
In the morning, your driver will pick you up from your Beijing hotel's lobby, holding a sign with your name and assist you in finding the waiting area at the railway station. You will then embark on a 4.5 - hour bullet train journey to Xi'an. Upon arrival in Xi'an, your driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the Arrival Hall, also holding a sign with your name. You will be immediately driven to the world - renowned Terracotta Warriors Museum, which is rightfully hailed as "the Eighth Wonder of the World." The Terracotta Army is a collection of life - sized clay sculptures that were buried with Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the 3rd century BC. These sculptures were created to protect the emperor in the afterlife. The craftsmanship is astonishing, with each warrior having unique facial features, hairstyles, and clothing, reflecting the diversity of the imperial army at that time.
4 hAdmission included

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0

Ratings come from 9 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: Discover Beijing Tours

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Round-trip 2nd Class train tickets included. For 1st Class/Business Class, contact us—we’ll help book, and you just pay the extra difference (subject to availability).
Includes round-trip 2nd Class tickets. For 1st/Business Class, contact us (pay the difference, subject to availability). Reminder: Chinese public holiday train tickets are hard to get (we’ll help as we can), and this day trip is tight with most time on the road—please note this beforehand.
A passport copy (front page) is needed for ticket booking in China—we’ll contact you for it after successful reservation.

How it compares in Beijing

Its from-price is 157% above the median of the 3624 experiences we list in Beijing.
Its length is typical for the group.
By number of reviews it ranks 519 of 3624.

About Beijing

Beijing, China's capital for centuries, holds imperial palaces, sacred temples and stretches of the Great Wall within reach of its modern boulevards.

At the city's heart, the Forbidden City spreads behind vermilion walls, a labyrinth of halls and courtyards that housed the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Tiananmen Square lies to its south, and the hill of Jingshan Park to its north gives the finest view over its golden roofs. The Temple of Heaven, set in a park where locals practise tai chi and dance, is a masterpiece of imperial design.

Top-ranked sights in Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall, Forbidden City (Palace Museum), Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang).

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