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Overview
Terracotta Army Tour with Local Family Lunch: Experience Xi'an’s most iconic site with comfort, culture, and cuisine. Step into the world of ancient China with our intimate small group tour to the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army. Led by an licensed English-speaking guide, you’ll explore this UNESCO World Heritage site in depth — with stories, secrets, and stunning views that bring the past to life. After the tour, join a welcoming local family for a genuine cultural experience. Step into their traditional courtyard home, sip fragrant jasmine tea, and savor a homemade feast of authentic Shaanxi specialties—dishes you won’t find in tourist spots. Chat with the family (guide-assisted translation included) about their daily life and culinary traditions, soaking up rural scenery and getting a feel for local village life. Uncover the warriors. Book now!
Redemption Instructions
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Pickup Information
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.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Hotel Pick up: In the morning, our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel between 8:00-8:30 AM.
2. Upon arriving at the Terracotta Army Museum, skip long ticket lines (fees included) and explore this UNESCO site. Start with Pit 1, the largest pit, where over 6,000 life-sized, uniquely crafted terracotta warriors (2,000+ years old) showcase distinct ranks, armor, and weapons—built to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang. Next, visit Pit 2 to see crouched archers, cavalry, chariots, and ongoing excavation/restoration work. Then head to Pit 3, the believed command center that reveals Qin Dynasty military structure. During the 2.5-hour tour, your guide shares key insights: warrior details, the 1974 farmer discovery, and more for an engaging experience.
3. After the museum tour, take a short 15-minute drive to a nearby village, far from tourist crowds, to join a welcoming local family for a genuine cultural experience. Step into their traditional courtyard home, sip fragrant jasmine tea, and savor a homemade feast of authentic Shaanxi specialties—dishes you won’t find in tourist spots. Chat with the family (guide-assisted translation included) about their daily life and culinary traditions, soaking up rural scenery and getting a feel for local village life.
4. Hotel Drop-off: After the tour, we will take you back to your hotel or drop you off in the city center.
Inclusion
Tickets booking for the Terracotta Army
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (NOT included in Terracotta Army ticket booking option)
Air-Conditioned Vehicle (NOT included in Terracotta Army ticket booking option)
English-Speaking Guide (NOT included in Terracotta Army ticket booking option)
Local Lunch (NOT included in Terracotta Army ticket booking option)
Exclusion
Gratuities
Terracotta Army Ticket-Only Option: No guided tours, no hotel pick-up, no lunch.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews
5.0
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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