Wow, Rocky really was the most kind, caring guide I've ever come across. As well as that, he was incredibly knowledgeable, polite and friendly. I was with my 76 year old mum and he really looked after us. Everything was done at her pace and he checked on her and helped her constantly. The warrior experience was unforgettable, but Rocky made this even better by being our bodyguard and standing behind us so we weren't pushed and shoved constantly. We had a choice of places for our itinerary, so we chose the stunningly beautiful winter palace and had plenty of time to enjoy the surroundings. Then the wild goose pagoda, where we learnt about the origins of Buddhism in China. It was a truly memorable day with a wonderful guide.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- English/Chinese Speaking guide for the whole day
- Private transfer in between all the places in the itinerary
Excludes
- Entrance fee(Admissions add up to USD24 to USD43 per person based on sites you choose)
- Lunch
- Tips (Suggested amount: USD10 p.p or USD30 per group for the guide and half for driver)
- Admission fee of attractions/shows(guaranteed availability on the tour day)
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving tour groups with a handy private driver to take you to the famous Terracotta Warriors. Meet your local guide at 8am in the hotel lobby. You are expecting 7000 life size terracotta warriors all in the real battle formation, which were buried underground over 2200 years (recommended visiting time: 2.5 hours with lots of flat walking). The Museum visit includes three original pits, Pit 1 as the main force, Pit 2 as the Flexible Troupe and Pit 3 as Command Center. There is also an exhibition hall for different exhibitions from time to time. This is definitely a treasure house to study the history of the first dynasty of China, the Qin Dynasty.
Xi'an city wall is the only intact city wall kept in China and is now the landmark of Xi'an. With the length of 13.74 kilometers, the wall is in a rectangular shape in a perfect defense system. By ascending the wall, you can see the moat, the arrow tower and the watch towers and the water drainage system.
The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is located in the Da Ci'en Temple(Great Mercy Temple). It is a pagoda with a history of more than 1,300 years. This was once the place where the famous Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang(Tripitaka) translated Buddhist scriptures, and the spread of Buddhism in China also began here.
Most Muslims came to Xi'an along the Silk Road in Tang Dynasty (600-900AD). They studied, worked and intermarried with the local people and settled here until now. In this area, you will see a great deal of foreign spices, many Muslim restaurants and some souvenirs as well.
Tang Dynasty (618AD to 900AD) is the most prosperous dynasty of China and rich in Music, Calligraphy and Painting. This evening show (7:30pm to 8:30pm) is directed according to the mural in the Tang Tombs. The colorful costumes and the live music with ancient music instrument and classic dance will bring you to the deeper understanding of the ancient Tang Culture. Easy to book the show with our guide on the tour day with discount agent price and enjoy round trip transfer from hotel.
This one hour Silk Road Musical cultural show brings you to the history of the desert Silk road with a touching story. As the starting point of the Silk road, Xi'an still retains a great deal of spices and cultures introduced from Arabian counties today. This show uses 360 - degree spinning seats and a stage with seven different scenes. It features 20 camels and wolf dogs, and a two - meter - high waterfall. By means of high - tech and artistic techniques, it depicts the wisdom and hardships of the ancient Chinese people when they set foot on the Silk Road.
This palace has always been the imperial Winter Palace for over 3000 years because it has natural hot springs. There are still five bathing pools from the Tang Dynasty preserved here.Here you can see the architecture of the Tang Dynasty, beautiful bonsai, plants and ponds and landscape compositions. You can also see the bullet holes from the Double - Twelve Incident in 1936 in China's modern history.
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Reviews
Wonderful day exploring Xi'an. Wendy is a phenomenal guide, very knowledgeable and kind. She goes the extra mile for her clients and we learned a lot from her on both historical and contemporary China. Strongly recommended.
This was a very well coordinated private tour, Becky the tour guide is very knowledgeable and very eager to share a lot of information both on the tour and other aspects of travel in Xi'an. Would highly recommend this tour. As it was a private tour we could decide what to see first and what to skip and what extra to add on,.
Becky was our guide and she was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable about everything we saw and did everything she could to accommodate us. She deserves a 10 out of 5 star rating!!!!
My husband and I had a truly enjoyable and memorable trip in Xi'an with Wendy's Xi’an Tours. Wendy was our guide for the Terracotta Museum and Huaqing Palace tour. She is very knowledgeable and her commentary was clear, detailed, and engaging. We're especially grateful to her for suggesting we bring our Huashan trip forward by a day because the weather was not looking good. It turned out to be excellent advice — the next day was very cloudy and we heard that those who went up couldn't see the views at all. Although we had to forfeit our history museum tickets and buy them again, it was definitely worth the change. It really shows how dedicated Wendy is — she even checked the weather forecast to make sure her guests get the best experience. Our driver John was also very friendly and helpful. On our way back from the Camel Bell show, we asked to be dropped off at the food street instead of our hotel. It was drizzling and when he noticed, he offered us his umbrella. I felt bad taking it since it was our last ride with him and we wouldn't be able to return it, but he kindly insisted and told us to just leave it at our hotel reception — he would come to collect it later. Such a thoughtful gesture! Thank you, Wendy and John, for making our Xi'an trip so special!
Wendy was wonderful very engaging and knowledgeable! Was flexible on what to do on the tour and offered great suggestions. Helped find a great place to have dinner near our hotel after tour! Highly recommend her if you’re touring Xi’an.
Wendy was exceptional from start to finish: brilliant English, outstanding knowledge, and the sort of command of Xi’an’s history that makes the whole day come alive. At the Terracotta Warriors, she knew the material inside out, flicking through the guidebook and explaining the detail almost from memory. The tour itself was flexible and very well judged. We covered the Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Calligraphy Street and the City Wall, and Wendy adapted everything smoothly when our plans had to change at short notice. Nothing felt rushed or generic. She also understood exactly the kind of local experience we were after. The roadside lunch stop was authentic, delicious and one of the best food moments of the day. John was an excellent driver as well: comfortable car, smooth driving and a great fit with Wendy. Wendy is the kind of guide you would happily book again without hesitation. In fact, I’d take her with us on any trip around Xi’an. If she is available for your dates, book her. You will be very hard pressed to find anyone better.
Wendy was exceptional from start to finish: brilliant English, outstanding knowledge, and the sort of command of Xi’an’s history that makes the whole day come alive. At the Terracotta Warriors, she knew the material inside out, flicking through the guidebook and explaining the detail almost from memory. The tour itself was flexible and very well judged. We covered the Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Calligraphy Street and the City Wall, and Wendy adapted everything smoothly when our plans had to change at short notice. Nothing felt rushed or generic. She also understood exactly the kind of local experience we were after. The roadside lunch stop was authentic, delicious and one of the best food moments of the day. John was an excellent driver as well: comfortable car, smooth driving and a great fit with Wendy. Wendy is the kind of guide you would happily book again without hesitation. In fact, I’d take her with us on any trip around Xi’an. If she is available for your dates, book her. You will be very hard pressed to find anyone better.
Wendy was excellent. Best guide we've had in China. Knowledgeable about both substantive historical issues and navigating minor Chinese bureaucracy advantageously (maximizing ticket discounts for kids, etc) as well as good with families. Learned a bunch and enjoyed ourselves as well. Strong recommendation.
Wendy is an absolutely fantastic tour guide. We’re a family with four kids, with different energy levels, hunger levels, and attention spans. Wendy was so patient, kind, resourceful, and interesting that everyone - even my neurodivergent hormonal teen and my crankier youngest loved her. She explains things very clearly, tells fantastic stories, and is sufficiently engaging that my kids absorbed more in a day than they do in a month of school. She taught us all so much even just on the ride from the hotel to the Terracotta Warriors - and her knowledge base is vast, so she answers questions about much more than just the sites we were seeing. Could not recommend her more highly. Thank you Wendy for a fantastic day in Xi’an - it was one of our favorite days of our month in Asia.
We had a thoroughly enjoyable experience , thanks to our guide , Wendy . Not only did she explain the history of Xi’an and its place in the larger China firmament , she was also knowledgeable and articulate about the Buddhist religion and the Wild Goose pagoda details . It was a day well spent and we would recommend our guide Wendy highly.
We had an amazing one-day tour in Xi’an with Wendi. ❤️ Thank you so much for making our day so special and memorable. Your knowledge and the way you explained the history made everything so easy and interesting to understand Even though we only had one day, you helped us truly experience the heart and history of Xi’an. We’re so grateful we chose you as our guide. You were more than just a tour guide; you made our journey meaningful. What touched us most is that even after we left Xi’an and arrived in Chengdu, Wendi still kindly helped us whenever we needed advice. That shows how caring and genuine she is. Highly recommended! ❤️
The full-day adventure was excellent. Our guide, Wendy, and driver picked us up from our hotel and everything was handled from beginning to end. Wendy has an great energy and deep knowledge of the sites. She was very receptive to all our questions. During our tour, a member of our party had a health issue that required extra attention. Wendy was very helpful and patient. She knew the sites well and was able to arrange for a wheelchair and places to rest until we could return to the vehicle. We were all very grateful for her thoughtfulness and experience. Would highly recommend her services.
A wonderful visit to a wonderful city! In just one day, we got to experience all the must sees of Xi An, including the great terracotta warriors. Wendy, our guide, was very educated and experienced, and absolutely charming throughout the whole journey. We even got insight on the local cuisine, and had lunch at a famous “biang biang” noodle restaurant, that was delicious. We definitely recommend for all wanting to discover the beautiful city of Xi An!
If I could give Wendy and her business partner, Mr. Jiang (姜), 10 stars, I absolutely would. Their service was truly top-notch and exceeded every expectation we had. Wendy has a rare ability and passion to bridge both Western and Eastern cultures, making her an exceptional guide for our bilingual Asian American family. She understood exactly what we were looking for and tailored the experience perfectly. What impressed me most was that Wendy reached out well before our China trip even began. She generously shared valuable travel advice, local insights, and practical guidance that helped us plan an amazing day in Xi’an. Her communication was outstanding from start to finish. Her tour of the Terracotta Warriors and the Bronze Chariots was incredibly well structured. Every minute was thoughtfully planned, and she made excellent use of our time. She packed in so much fascinating history and detail that we would have completely missed if we had explored on our own or joined a large group tour. She brought Chinese history to life in a way that was both engaging and easy to understand. Our driver, Mr. Jiang, was equally outstanding. He was not just a safe and professional driver, but also an attentive guide. We barely had to walk any unnecessary distance because he always seemed to be waiting exactly where we needed him whenever we moved to the next stop. His coordination with Wendy was seamless and made the entire day effortless. One of the highlights of the trip was seeing how much my son learned. In just one day, his understanding of Chinese history grew tremendously. He was genuinely fascinated and deeply impressed by everything he experienced. He has traveled extensively around the world, yet this was one of the most memorable tours he has ever taken. Unfortunately, my daughter couldn’t join us this time. That simply gives us another reason to come back. When we return to Xi’an, I won’t even consider touring without Wendy. I will absolutely book with her again and recommend her to all of my friends and family. Thank you, Wendy and Mr. Jiang, for giving our family such an unforgettable experience. You made Xi’an one of the highlights of our China trip. 如果可以打 10 星,我一定会毫不犹豫地给 Wendy 和她的合作伙伴姜师傅(姜先生)10 星! 他们的服务完全超出了我们的期待,可以说是此次中国之行最精彩、最令人难忘的体验之一。 Wendy 非常了解西方和东方两种文化,对我们这样一个双语的美籍华人家庭来说,她的讲解和安排简直是量身定制。更让我感动的是,在我们正式开始中国之旅之前,她就主动联系了我,提供了大量实用的旅行建议、当地信息和行程规划,让我们能够把西安的一天安排得非常充实、顺畅。 兵马俑和铜车马的讲解更是令人印象深刻。她的讲解逻辑清晰、内容丰富,时间安排非常合理,每一分钟都利用得恰到好处。在有限的时间里,她不仅讲解了大量历史背景,还分享了许多细节和故事,这些内容如果我们自己参观,或者参加普通的大团游,几乎不可能了解到。她真正把中国历史讲“活”了。 姜师傅同样非常优秀。他不仅驾驶技术娴熟、安全可靠,而且与 Wendy 配合得天衣无缝。我们几乎没有走任何冤枉路,每当准备前往下一个景点时,他总是已经在最方便的位置等着我们,大大节省了体力和时间,让整个行程轻松又高效。 这次旅行最大的收获之一,就是我儿子对中国历史的理解在短短一天内有了飞跃式的提升。他一路都听得津津有味,对兵马俑和秦朝历史赞叹不已。作为一个去过世界很多国家、旅行经验丰富的孩子,他仍然认为这是一次非常难忘的体验。 很遗憾,这次我女儿没能一起来西安。不过,这也给了我们一个再来的理由。下次再来西安,我一定还会请 Wendy 带我们参观。我也一定会把 Wendy 和姜师傅推荐给所有来中国旅行的亲朋好友。 衷心感谢 Wendy 和姜师傅,让我们全家拥有了一次终生难忘的西安之旅!
We had a great day with Wendy, after being recommended by a friend who did a tour with her last year. It was easy to organise with great communication through WhatsApp. The day was very relaxed with no time pressure at all. We were very glad we took the tour as it added a great deal to our understanding of the history and context of both the sites we visited, but also in the car and over lunch, of modern China. We were also very grateful for her recommendations for restaurants and massage spots in Xi’an which all proved to be exceptional and helped make our trip to Xi’an that much better, (And for helping us get some laundry done!) Wendy has a great approach, manner and excellent knowledge so we happily recommend her.
Wendy was an amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable, engaging, patient and insightful. She was able to connect philosophy, world history and geopolitics with the sites we visited and has an impressive command of the English language. Would highly recommend her to anybody who wishes to not only see Xi’an but also understand its culture and history.
Wendy was an amazing tour guide. She is very knowledgeable, engaging, patient, insightful and personable. Her communication skills are superb - her ability to speak English is better than most native English speakers. What a privilege to have spent the day with her and the driver, Mr. Wang. I will not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who visits Xi’an!
We had the most incredible time on our customized private day tour to the Terracotta Army, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, and Huaqing Palace; and it was entirely thanks to our phenomenal guide, Becky, and our fantastic driver, John. From the moment the tour started, Becky blew us away. She is quite literally unbelievable; her depth of knowledge, warmth, and infectious enthusiasm turned what would have been a standard sightseeing trip into an unforgettable, deeply enriching experience. She brought the history to life in a way that kept us completely captivated, and she anticipated our every need before we even had to ask. She is truly a master of her craft and an absolute joy to be around. A huge thank you also goes to John, our driver. He made us feel completely safe, comfortable, and relaxed throughout the day, navigating the roads flawlessly and ensuring everything ran on perfect time. If you are booking this tour, do yourself a huge favor and ask for Becky. They are an elite team and made our trip to Xi'An truly magical!
Wendy is an amazing tour guide. She explained the history in great depth and made it both engaging and easy to understand. She organized our day perfectly, ensuring that we always avoided the crowds. We never felt rushed, yet we managed to see everything we wanted to see. The Terracotta Army was absolutely amazing, and thanks to Wendy's planning, we were able to experience it without being surrounded by huge crowds. She was also incredibly helpful in organizing our holiday in Xi'an and provided valuable assistance throughout our trip. I highly recommend Wendy to anyone visiting Xi'an.
Wendy and the driver are both amazing people. Wendy is extremely passionate and caring. She went out of her way to explain all the history and culture that make Xi’an such an exciting place to visit.
Wendy came highly recommended by a friend of a friend. After a small hiccup, we managed to have her as our kids' English-speaking guide. Her warmth and patience were remarkable — she brought the Terracotta Warriors to life with her deep knowledge and made history easy and engaging for my children. For the first time, my two history-free kids didn't complain once (a miracle, lol). Kids don't lie — Wendy won their hearts in just one day. That takes genuine professionalism and care. We'll definitely come back when they're older. Thank you, Wendy, for a relaxing, joyful trip!
My husband and I did the private tour of Xi’an with our tour guide, Wendy and we had an amazing day! We were picked up promptly from our hotel and met our guide in the hotel lobby. First we went to the terracotta warriors. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history behind the site and pointed out so many details that we would have missed if we went alone. Then we went to the wild goose pagoda which was STUNNING! Wendy took such amazing photos of us while we were there. We stopped for biang biang noodles half way through the tour and she helped us order off the menu. We also had a separate dinner show booked for the evening and they offered to drive us there. Our driver for the day surprised us with a snack that we said we liked earlier in the day. This tour provided excellent service that went above and beyond our expectations. We had a great time today learning about Xi’an
Superbe Tour - great guide and extremely knowledgeable
I had a wonderful time with Wendy. She is so knowledgeable about the site, its history, and its philosophy. I enjoyed every moment of my time with her. We started at 8:30 am with a personal driver and visited the Bell Tower, the Drum Tower, and had a walk on the ancient city wall. Then, we headed to the main attraction: the Museum of the Terracotta Army. On our way, we watched an hour-long live show on the history of the terracotta soldiers. I have never seen anything like that before in my life! Watching that show before finally visiting the mesmerizing terracotta site allowed me to truly relate to the history, the human suffering, the consequences of war, and how an autocratic ruler can bring so much pain to people's lives. On the way back to the hotel, we also visited the Wild Goose Pagoda and the Muslim Quarter in Xi'an, where I tried some traditional Muslim food. It was truly a memorable tour!
Our guide Wendy was exceptional in her expertise in the cites we visited and her assistance to my wife. Her commentaries were clear and comprehensive.
Wendy was an absolutely awesome guide for us. She spoke excellent English took us to fantastic restaurants where food was truly authentic I must say with this being our first trip we were blown away with hospitality . The places she took around, she had very deep knowledge with vey much helped us is learning about so many aspects and dimensions I would highly recommend Wendy if you are seeking a guide
Wendy was an amazing guide. She had alot of information to provide and made sure we were always comfortable throughout the day. The terra cotta army was very hectic so having a private guide made it much easier to move around and see the sights. Would definitely recommend!
Becky gave us an amazing tour! She was very friendly and shared great information about all of our selected sites. She offered to take lots of pictures and even helped us with translating information for our flight the next day.
Wendy was the most exceptional guide. She was meticulous, highly knowledgeable, funny and her command of English is excellent. She was able to articulate many historical and cultural nuances to our understanding. We learnt so much and thoroughly enjoyed our time with Wendy! Highly recommend everyone headed to Xi’An to book Wendy and her team as your guides!
It is a great experience. The tour guide is very knowledgeable and friendly, great at handle the situation especially with the crowd.
We had an absolutely fantastic full-day tour in Xi’an with our guide Wendy! From start to finish, everything was seamless and thoughtfully organized. Wendy and her driver were outstanding—punctual, professional, and incredibly accommodating. The van was spotless, spacious, and well-stocked with plenty of water, which made the day even more comfortable. Wendy’s knowledge of Chinese history and culture is truly impressive. She shared fascinating insights in such an engaging and friendly way that it never felt like a “tour”—more like spending the day exploring with a knowledgeable friend. We found ourselves chatting about everything, and the day just flew by! What really stood out was her ability to tailor the experience. She recommended hidden gems and activities we wouldn’t have discovered on our own, and also guided us away from places that weren’t worth the time—something we really appreciated. We can’t recommend Wendy highly enough—100% worth it! Thank you for such a memorable experience!
Becky was a fantastic tour guide. We fit so much into one day. We started at the Terracotta Warriors, then the Camel and the Bell show, Wild Goose Pagoda then a bike ride on the ancient wall. Highly recommend the show, best one hour show I've ever seen. Becky took us to a great restaurant for lunch and recommended many options of things to do for our last day.
Had Becky as our guide. She was fantastic! We went to Terracotta Warriors museum/pits, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Old City wall. We also had lunch near the pagoda. Becky was super informative on all the history of all the sites and super friendly. I would recommend this tour!
The tour was excelent and informative, my many questions were humored gracefully; I truly felt as though I got a personalized and local experience in Xi'an.
Previous travelers have said a lot of good things about Wendy. It’s all true and she’s even better than described! Wendy worked with us to tailor the time to our interests and we couldn’t be happier. She showed a tremendous amount of care at every point to Make our experience pleasant and as comfortable as possible. Kudos to her!
Had a great time and the tour was well organized. Our guide spoke very good english and did a great job explaining everything as we visited the warriors, wild goose and Huaqing Palace
We had an AMAZING ,EXCELLENT visit to Terracota warriors, Huaqing Palace, Xian City wall. Everything arranged and comfortable and enjoyable..Highly Recommended .
We had a really great day with Wendy. From the moment she picked us up she was full of really interesting information and stories that brought the sites to life. Flawless in navigating significant crowds to see the terra-cotta warriors. And we loved her introduction to Buddhism at the Wild Goose Pagoda. I’d recommend this tour to anyone looking to learn more about Xi’an and China’s history with an expert guide. Wendy really did a great job at making the day. A great experience.
This experience maximizes your time in Xi’an especially when you have a long layover. It is convenient and affordable. Send is an excellent guide full of knowledge, fun and loving.
Wendy and our driver were great, thank you. I would recommend to anyone visiting Xi'an to do this experience.
Our tour guide, Becky, was a wealth of knowledge! Extremely professional and helpful. If we had attempted this day without a guide we would have been overwhelmed and understood about 10% of what we experienced. Becky made the day rich with history. She should be a teacher. Highly recommend!!!
Becky had great knowledge of the Terracotta Warriors and Chinese history and culture. She also took us too the Muslim quarter and made sure we purchased from all the good stalls. Great tour
Wendy was spot on. Her knowledge of the Terracotta Warriors and Xi’an is deep, but she explains it in a way that’s actually interesting. She’s also just really nice and helpful. She took the stress out of the day and made everything run smoothly. It made the whole experience much better. I’d totally recommend her to anyone visiting. You won’t regret it.
Kenneth was very knowledgeable. He knows the local market well.
We had an enjoyable 1 day tour with Wendy. From before the tour till the end, communication was clear and we felt she really knew her way around the places we visited. Apart from the terracota army, she recommended for us to see a Shi which was a pleasant surprise to all of us how impressive the show was. Wendy was also very caring towards my mother who had to be in a wheelchair. She dedicatedly wheeled her around on her on accord. She has a bubbly likeable demeanor and we are glad to have spent the day seeing xian with her.
Elina was our tour guide today and she was exceptionally knowledgeable. Her command in English is excellent. Elina was so accommodating towards our needs during the tour so thanking you Elina for a wonderful experience. Barbara
We had a wonderful time with Agnes our English tour guide and Jiang as our private driver we spent all day with them and would recommend using them to anyone interested in a private tour and driver
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Experience with Wendy in Xi’an We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring Xi’an, visiting the Terracotta Warriors and several temples, and I can confidently say that our experience was elevated entirely thanks to our incredible guide, Wendy. Wendy is truly outstanding. Her knowledge of Xi’an’s history, culture, and every site we visited was both deep and engaging. She explained everything clearly, answered all of our questions with patience, and tailored the experience perfectly to our interests. What really sets Wendy apart is her professionalism and attentiveness. She was always on time, well-organized, and consistently one step ahead, making sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. She made us feel completely comfortable and taken care of at all times. She also went above and beyond in helping us while shopping—offering honest advice, guiding us through local options, and making sure we had a great experience without any pressure. Most importantly, Wendy has a natural warmth and sense of care. You can genuinely feel that she is looking out for you and wants you to have the best possible experience. I highly, highly recommend Wendy to anyone visiting Xi’an. She is not just a guide, but a true professional who will make your trip unforgettable.
Went on this tour with my brother with Wendy as our guide and I cannot say enough about her - she is the absolute best of the best and we have been on many other tours throughout China. She is incredibly knowledgeable about each of the three sites we chose to visit and took her time explaining all of the nuances of each - we did not feel rushed at all. Our day began at 8am and ended at 630pm. If I could give an extra star, I would as I highly, highly recommend this tour with Wendy.
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