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Terracotta soldiers in a row, some holding tools, standing in a formation. 1
A dragon puppet, a small red figure, and a panda figure on a white surface. 2
A multi-tiered pagoda with illuminated windows, surrounded by trees and traditional architecture. 3
A display of terracotta horse statues with riders, set in a museum. 4
A traditional Chinese architectural structure with ornate details and a sign with Chinese characters. 5
By 深圳市橙果教育科技有限公司
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,226 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Most tours only show you the Terracotta Warriors. This one lets you make one. In a hands-on workshop, you'll sculpt your own clay figurine — a real connection to Qin Dynasty craftsmanship, and a souvenir no photo can replace.
    You'll also witness two of China's greatest live shows: the Legend of the Camel Bells, with its massive revolving stage bringing the Silk Road to life, and the Song of Everlasting Sorrow, an open-air Tang Dynasty love storey set against Huaqing Palace and Mount Li.
    Beyond the guidebook, you'll explore the South Gate Morning Market — tasting street food, hearing vendors call out, feeling the city wake up. At the Stele Forest, you'll see 2,000-year-old calligraphy carved in stone. In the Muslim Quarter, you'll savour flavours perfected over generations.
    Travel with a private guide and driver. No rushing, no crowds, no shopping stops, no hidden costs. This is Xi'an as a living city, not a museum.
    Walk with emperors. Create with your hands. Live like a local.

Activity location

  • Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
    • Xianyang, Shaanxi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chanba Boulevard
    • Chan Ba Da Dao
    • Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China

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5 Day Private Xian Tour with Terracotta Workshop and Shows

  • Activity duration is 5 days5d
    5d
  • English
Starting time: 12:00 PM
Price details
NZ$2,226.00 x 1 AdultNZ$2,226.00
Total
Price is NZ$2,226.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Daily buffet breakfast
  • Inclusions
    Professional English-speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    Live performances: "Legend of the Camel Bells" & "Song of Everlasting Sorrow"
  • Inclusions
    All hotel taxes and service charge
  • Inclusions
    Terracotta Warrior figurine making workshop (materials included)
  • Inclusions
    Wireless headsets for guide commentary
  • Inclusions
    Unlimited bottled water on board
  • Inclusions
    All entrance fees and show tickets listed in the itinerary
  • Inclusions
    Dinner
  • Inclusions
    Welcome dinner on day 1
  • Inclusions
    Private driver + air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    4 nights at a 4-star hotel in city centre Xi'an
  • Exclusions
    Lunch and dinner (unless specified)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Exclusions
    Tips and service charge

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Xi‘an — First Encounter with the Ancient Capital

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Xi‘an with daily buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour front desk.

Xi'an Xianyang International Airport

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Your private guide and driver will greet you at Xi‘an Xianyang International Airport and escort you to your city centre hotel. After check-in, you’ll receive a warm welcome and a brief orientation to help you settle in. The rest of the day is yours to rest and explore at your own pace.Welcome dinner included at a local restaurant.

Day 2: Stele Forest, Calligraphy & The Silk Road Legend

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Same 4-star hotel as Day 1.

西安碑林

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Xi’an Stele Forest Museum, home to the finest collection of ancient stone calligraphy in China. Spanning from the Han to the Qing dynasties, these carved steles preserve the written history of Chinese civilisation — from Confucian classics to Buddhist scriptures. Your guide will decode the stories behind the characters, revealing how writing shaped China‘s culture and governance over two millennia.

Shuyuanmen

  • 1h 30m
Stroll along Shuyuanmen Ancient Street, a charming pedestrian lane lined with calligraphy shops, painting studios, and traditional stationery stores. Watch artisans at work, browse ink stones and brushes, and feel the scholarly atmosphere that has defined this street for centuries. This is where Xi’an‘s intellectual heritage comes to life.

Xi'an Incident Memorial Hall (Pass by)

In the evening, experience the grand live performance “Legend of the Camel Bells.” With a rotating stage and immersive technology, the show takes you on a journey along the ancient Silk Road. Witness the epic storey of Tang Dynasty merchants travelling westward, the cultural exchanges between China and the West, and the enduring spirit of the Silk Road brought to life through music, dance, and spectacular staging.

Day 3: Terracotta Warriors, Huaqing Palace & Song of Everlasting Sorrow

  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Same 4-star hotel as Day 1.

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

  • 2h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Stand before the world-famous Terracotta Warriors — over 8,000 life-sized soldiers, each with unique facial features, standing guard for over 2,200 years. Your expert guide will reveal the storey behind this underground army: the first emperor’s obsession with immortality, the astonishing craftsmanship of Qin artisans, and the dynasty that unified China. This is not just a museum visit — it‘s an encounter with one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in human history.

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Terracotta Warrior figurine workshop. Using traditional clay moulds and tools, you will sculpt, carve facial features, hairstyles, and armour — just as Qin Dynasty artisans did over two millennia ago. Each figurine takes on its own unique expression. Once complete, you can take your creation home as a one-of-a-kind souvenir from Xi‘an.

Huaqinggong Relic Site

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Huaqing Palace, the royal hot spring retreat of the Tang Dynasty emperors. Set against the scenic backdrop of Mount Li, this is where Emperor Xuanzong and his beloved consort Yang Guifei once bathed in the palace‘s thermal springs. Your guide will share the legendary love storey that inspired generations of poets and artists — and the tragic fate that followed.

Huaqing Palace

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
As night falls, experience the breathtaking “Song of Everlasting Sorrow” performance. Set against the real backdrop of Huaqing Palace and Mount Li, this outdoor production tells the tragic love storey of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei through dance, music, and spectacular lighting. The stage rises from the water, and the mountain becomes part of the show — an unforgettable evening under the stars.

Day 4: Morning Market, Xi‘an Museum & Muslim Quarter Food Tour

  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Same 4-star hotel as Day 1.

Xiaonanmen

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Start your day like a true local at the Small South Gate Morning Market. This is where Xi’an wakes up — vendors call out their prices, fresh produce glistens, and steam rises from breakfast stalls. Wander through the aisles, taste street snacks, and soak in the authentic energy of everyday life. Your guide will explain what locals buy, how they cook, and why this market is the heartbeat of the area.

Xi'an Lianhu·Bell tower·

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the iconic Bell Tower and Drum Tower, the historic heart of Xi’an. Climb up for panoramic views of the city‘s ancient streets and modern skyline. Learn how these towers once marked the rhythm of daily life — the bell ringing at dawn, the drum sounding at dusk — and why they remain the symbolic centre of the city today.

Xi'an Museum

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Xi‘an Museum, home to a rich collection of relics that trace the rise and fall of Chang’an through the ages. Your guide will walk you through the city‘s history — from the Western Zhou to the Tang Dynasty. Step outside to see the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a graceful Tang Dynasty structure that has stood for over 1,300 years. Walk around the pagoda and learn how it once housed Buddhist scriptures brought from India.

Muslim Quarter

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
End the day at the Muslim Quarter, a vibrant maze of food stalls, spice shops, and handicraft vendors. This is where Xi’an‘s culinary soul comes alive. Sample iconic street food — lamb skewers, pita bread soaked in soup, hand-pulled noodles, and persimmon cakes. Your guide will introduce you to the best stalls and the stories behind the flavours that have been perfected over generations.

Day 5: Farewell to Xi’an — Take Home the Stories

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Xi'an Xianyang International Airport

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy a final Xi‘an breakfast before your private transfer to the airport. Your guide will assist with check-in and bid you farewell. You leave with more than just photographs — you take with you the stories of emperors and poets, the taste of street food, and the timeless presence of a city that has stood at the heart of Chinese civilisation for over 3,000 years.

Location

Activity location

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    Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
    • Xianyang, Shaanxi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Chanba Boulevard
    • Chan Ba Da Dao
    • Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China

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