Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors. Walk 2,000-year-old city walls. Experience China's ancient capital.
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Xi'an, once the capital of multiple Chinese dynasties, is home to one of the world's greatest archaeological discoveries: the Terracotta Warriors. This ancient city blends millennia-old history with vibrant street markets, Buddhist temples, and authentic local culture. Our Xi'an tours range from short stopovers to multi-day explorations combining the Terracotta Warriors, the Great Goose Pagoda, the ancient city walls, and the Silk Road heritage.
Discover the world-famous Terracotta Warriors at Mausoleum of Emperor Qin
Walk the stunning ancient city walls (13.6 km circumference)
Visit the Giant Goose Pagoda and learn Buddhist history
Explore the Muslim Quarter with its bustling street markets
Visit a traditional Chinese dumpling restaurant for a special lunch
See the Shaanxi History Museum with Silk Road treasures
Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) offer ideal weather. Summer is hot, and winter can be cold. Avoid peak tourist seasons (July-August, December-January) for a more intimate experience.
Discover our Xi'an experiences
Journey along China's ancient Silk Road from Urumqi to Xi'an across 17 days — exploring Heavenly Lake, the Flaming Mountains, Mogao Caves, colourful Danxia mountains, Bingling Temple grottoes, and the Terracotta Warriors.
A 17-day journey through China's greatest imperial and cultural treasures — from Beijing's Forbidden City and the Great Wall to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, a Yangtze River Three Gorges cruise, and the dazzling skyline of Shanghai.
The ultimate 27-day China experience — from the Great Wall and Forbidden City to a Yangtze River cruise, giant pandas in Chengdu, the Li River in Guilin, classical gardens of Suzhou, West Lake in Hangzhou, and vibrant Shanghai.
October-ready from Auckland — Beijing's Forbidden City, Great Wall, and hutongs, then high-speed rail to Xi'an for the Terracotta Warriors. Many NZ leisure trips can use China's visa-free entry (confirm before you book); published departures include mid-October.
Fifteen days from Beijing's Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Great Wall and hutongs, by high-speed train to Xi'an's Terracotta Army, then by air to Hangzhou via Puyuan's fashion ancient town, West Lake and Longjing tea, finishing in Shanghai before your return via Beijing.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Xi'an, China's ancient capital, with experiences centred on archaeological treasures and cultural landmarks.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Huangshan with a scenic cable car ride up Yellow Mountain, overnight stay atop the mountain, and visits to UNESCO-listed Hongcun and Nanping villages.
Planning tip: Book 3+ months in advance for the best availability and pricing.
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