Xi'an Terracotta Army + Huaqing Palace + Song of Everlasting Regret/Eternal Love/Legend of the Camel Bell Day Tour (with free Hanfu experience)
- Take you to visit: Terracotta Warriors, one of the "Eighth Wonder of the World" + Huaqing Palace, a historical site spanning thousands of years
- Watch China's first large-scale live historical dance drama, "Song of Everlasting Regret." More options include: "Eternal Love," "Legend of the Camel Bell," and "Empress of the Tang Dynasty."
- Door-to-door service within the Second Ring Road
- Free Hanfu experience, wireless headset + special Qin-style dumpling banquet
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point, Hotel transfer |
| Departure Time | Early Departure (Before 8 am) |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included |
| Additional service & facility | Transfer included |
| Sightseeing type | Historic site tour, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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- Itinerary Information -
1. Collection Information:
- Free pick-up within Xi'an's Second Ring Road, pick-up time: 7:00-7:30 (1-1.5 hours in advance on holidays)
- Guests outside the Second Ring Road please go to the designated location: [Route A: Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Palace Day Tour] Meet at Exit C1 of Shijiajie Subway Station, Line 3, East Second Ring Road, Xi'an; [Route B: Terracotta Warriors Day Tour] Meet at Xi'an Telegraph Building, No. 28 Xixin Street
For easy notification of the time, please add our WhatsApp or WeChat; the specific pick-up and meeting time and location will be subject to the tour guide's notification one day in advance
2. Return trip information:
[Route A: Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Palace Day Tour]
If you do not want to watch the performance, you will return to Xi'an city by bus after the tour.
If you watch a performance, after the show, you will gather at the Huaqing Hot Spring parking lot to take the bus back to Xi'an and disband near the Bell and Drum Tower.
[Route B: Terracotta Warriors Day Tour]
At the end of the tour, we will return to Xi'an by bus and disperse at a convenient parking spot near the Tongyi Bell Tower (the return time depends on the conditions of the tour bus and the queues at the scenic spot on that day)
Product Features
[Route A: Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Palace Day Tour]
7:00-7:30 in the morning (the specific time is subject to the notification of the tour guide the day before), set off with ease!
Within the Second Ring Road: We will pick you up at your doorstep.
Outside the Second Ring Road: Go to the designated meeting point - Exit C1 of Shijiajie Subway Station, Line 3, East Second Ring Road, Xi'an
Explore two world-class monuments in one day, with flexible order and no need to bump into others!
1. Explore the underground army! [Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum]
Step into Qin Shi Huang's underground army! See thousands of lifelike terracotta warriors, horses, and chariots, and experience the breathtaking grandeur of two thousand years ago. Each figurine has a unique expression and posture, creating a truly magical experience!
2. Check in at the Royal Hot Springs! [Huaqing Palace]
At the foot of Mount Li, discover the hot spring story of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Guifei. Wander through this scenic imperial garden, feel the warmth of history, and hear the romantic legends that unfolded here.
3. Shaanxi on the tip of the tongue: Qin-style dumpling banquet!
Hungry after playing? Eat! Try the authentic Shaanxi dumpling banquet, with tons of delicious flavors and a delicious bite to fill you up instantly!
4. Special gift: Hanfu experience! (Free for both the Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Palace tours in both Chinese and English)
Wear Hanfu for free, stroll through the ancient city of Xi'an, take some special ancient photos with the charm of Chang'an as the background, and make your trip more immersive!
5. Nighttime excitement upgrade (optional recommendation)
"Song of Everlasting Sorrow": Highly recommended! This large-scale live-action dance drama is performed against the authentic landscape of Huaqing Palace. Watch Yang Guifei dance gracefully. As night falls and Mount Li is illuminated by dazzling lights, this love story under the stars is particularly moving.
The Legend of Camel Bells: Real animal actors! Actual camels and wolves on stage take you through the wind and sand. Realistic special effects and stunning performances showcase the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty.
"Xi'an Through the Ages": A flash mob show of Xi'an history! Stunning stage effects and stunning scenery, the show takes you from ancient times to the heyday of the Tang Dynasty. A fast-paced and captivating performance offers a glimpse into the millennia-old history of Chang'an.
[Route B: Terracotta Warriors Day Tour]
7:00-7:30 in the morning (the specific time is subject to the notification of the tour guide the day before), set off with ease!
Within the Second Ring Road: We will pick you up at your door. Outside the Second Ring Road: Go to the designated meeting point - Xi'an Telephone Building, No. 28 Xixin Street
Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum - Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum
With professional guidance, you'll have an in-depth visit to the Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Army Museum, known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Learn about the magnificent history and exquisite craftsmanship of the Qin Empire two thousand years ago, uncover the mystery of this underground army, and experience the outstanding achievements of ancient Chinese civilization.
－Note－
【English Tour】
- If the number of guests is less than 8, the tour will be combined with the Chinese tour group and no separate English tour guide will be arranged. English audio guides will be provided in the Terracotta Warriors Scenic Area and English tour guides will be provided in the Huaqing Palace Scenic Area.
- The Terracotta Warriors and Horses Scenic Area is manually guided by professional guides in the museum (group tours are available)
- If you purchase a product that includes a performance, the driver/tour guide will assist you in taking you to the performance area, and then you will be free to move around while waiting for the performance to begin. Note: The guide at the attraction is an English-speaking tour guide, and the driver who takes you to the performance area is a Chinese-speaking driver.
- Free Hanfu experience: including clothing and makeup, excluding eyelashes, 40 yuan/person, need to make an appointment with customer service in advance for the experience date, used in Xi'an city
【Chinese Tour】
- The price for children only includes transportation, tour guide service fees, and lunch fees. Other expenses are at your own expense.
- Regarding the free Hanfu experience: including clothing but not makeup, you need to make an appointment with customer service in advance for the experience date. The location is near the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi'an
About the performance
- To purchase tickets for Song of Everlasting Regret, visitors 1.3 meters or taller please order as an adult
- To purchase tickets for Eternal Love/Legend of Camel Bells, visitors aged 6 and above and 1.2 meters or taller should place an order as an adult.
- Children who meet the height requirement and order at the child price can enjoy free tickets but will not have seats. Parents are requested to bring their children with them. One adult can only bring one child who meets the height requirement and does not occupy a separate seat for free. If there are more than one child, they must purchase tickets.
- Tickets for the performance must be collected with your ID card. Visitors must collect their tickets at the scenic area window by themselves. There is a possibility of not sitting together.
- The seating area of "Song of Everlasting Regret" is "East-West Zone A" (which can be upgraded to the central zone of the first show). If there are no tickets, the show will be postponed, for example, the first show will be postponed to the second show, and the second show will be postponed to the third show. Priority will be given to buying tickets for the first show. If there are no tickets, the show will be postponed to the second show. Starting from October 17, the performance time of "Song of Everlasting Regret" will be adjusted to: the first show will be 18:30-19:40; the second show will be 19:55-21:05; the third show will be 21:20-22:30; the fourth show will be 22:45-23:55
- The default seats for "A Thousand Years of Love" and "Legend of Camel Bell" are "VIP Area". Please contact customer service if you need to upgrade.
【About discounted tickets for scenic spots】
1. Terracotta Warriors and Horses Scenic Area:
- Chinese tourists aged 16 and below accompanied by their parents can visit for free with their valid ID.
- Foreign tourists under 1.4 meters are free of charge, and those over 1.4 meters and under 16 years old are half price;
2. Huaqing Palace Scenic Area:
- Children under 1.2 meters are free of charge, and those over 1.2 meters are required to purchase full adult tickets. Therefore, if you purchase the Song of Everlasting Regret package at the child price, children between 1.2 and 1.3 meters need to purchase their own Huaqing Palace tickets.
- For children under 16 years old, the tour guide can refund the Terracotta Warriors tickets on site. The specific refund amount is subject to the scenic spot's ticket purchase rules.
- For children who purchase the package including Eternal Love or Camel Bell Legend at the child price: Children under 16 years old can have their Terracotta Warriors tickets refunded on site by the tour guide. The specific refund amount is subject to the scenic spot's ticket purchase rules.
- Please bring your ID card with you, as the scenic spot implements a real-name system to avoid delays in entering the park.
The Terracotta Army Museum of the Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum is one of the greatest discoveries in the history of world archaeology. The charioteers, infantry and cavalry of the Terracotta Army are arranged in various formations.
The overall style is vigorous, muscular, and refined. If you look closely, you'll see differences in facial shape, hairstyle, body shape, and spirit: some horses have their ears erect, some neigh with their mouths open, and some stand still with their mouths closed. All of these Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Warriors are imbued with captivating artistic charm.
Huaqing Pool, also known as Huaqing Palace, is located at the northern foot of Mount Li in Lintong District, Xi'an, 30 kilometers west of Xi'an. It is backed by Mount Li in the south and faces the Wei River in the north. It is an ancient Chinese imperial palace famous for its hot springs. The rulers of the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui and Tang dynasties all regarded this Feng Shui treasure land as their official villa for pleasure and entertainment. They built stone buildings, constructed the Lishan Hot Springs, built city walls around it, and built hot spring palaces.
Enjoy the wonderful performance
Song of Everlasting Regret: This play, with a budget of hundreds of millions of yuan and a powerful cast, is a magnificent spectacle. Set against the backdrop of Mount Li and the Nine Dragon Lake of Huaqing Hot Spring, the play features pavilions, terraces, corridors, palaces, weeping willows, and the lake itself. Utilizing world-class high-tech techniques, it creates a dreamlike sky of twinkling stars, a rolling forest waterfall, a blazing sea of fire, three sets of approximately 700 square meters of LED screens, and a nearly 1,000 square meter, fully concealed, elevating underwater stage. The play organically blends history and reality, nature and culture, the human world and the immortal world, tradition and fashion, interpreting a magical historical movement and creating an outstanding artistic model.
Special bonus: Experience Hanfu (Chinese and English-language clothing)! (This is included with both the Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Palace tours, and only with the English-language tour.) Wear Hanfu for free and stroll through the ancient city of Xi'an, taking pictures of the ancient city against the backdrop of Chang'an, for a more immersive experience. (Advance reservation required)
Purchase Notice
- Elderly people:
Elderly persons aged 70 years and above who book a tour must sign a "Health Certificate" with our company and be accompanied by family members or friends (except those who cannot be accommodated or are restricted due to service limitations) before they can travel;
Due to limited service capacity, we are unable to accept tourists over 81 years old to register for tours. Please understand.
Because different routes have different intensities, please ensure that you are in good health and suitable for travel. For specific age restrictions, please consult customer service
- Minors:
Tourists under the age of 18 must be accompanied by family members (except those who cannot be accommodated or are restricted due to service capacity limitations)
- Sick patients, pregnant women and people with limited mobility:
To ensure a smooth journey, please undergo a physical examination before traveling. Passengers with serious diseases (such as infectious, cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, respiratory diseases, mental illness, severe anemia, recovery period of major or medium-sized surgery), pregnant women, or people with mobility difficulties cannot be accommodated due to limited service capacity.
Reminders
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
Children 1.3 meters tall or above are charged the same price as adults
Height 0~1.3 meters (inclusive), no bed required, only parking fee, guide fee, lunch fee included, other expenses are at your own expense, if you are taller than 1.3 meters, please make an adult reservation
Team size: up to 50 people
For performances: Each ticketed adult may bring one child under 1.2 meters tall, not occupying a separate seat, free of charge. If there is more than one child under 1.2 meters, the additional children will need to purchase tickets for the performance.
The order of attractions in the morning and afternoon may be swapped, please refer to the tour guide's arrangement on the day
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–3 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Army Museum is situated approximately 40 kilometers east of Xi'an city center, near Lintong District. The journey typically takes about an hour by road, depending on traffic conditions. Specifically, the museum is located about 1.5 kilometers east of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor.
The Terracotta Army is famously associated with Qin Shi Huang (Ying Zheng), the first emperor to unify China. He commenced the construction of his grand mausoleum and the accompanying army of clay soldiers when he was just 13 years old. Its profound historical significance lies in its depiction of ancient Chinese military formations, culture, and advanced craftsmanship from over two millennia ago, offering unparalleled insights into the emperor's power and his quest for immortality.
To fully appreciate the vastness and intricate details of the Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Army Museum, including its three main pits (Pit 1, Pit 2, and Pit 3) and the Exhibition Hall of Bronze Chariots and Horses, a recommended visit duration is typically between 3 to 4 hours. This allows sufficient time to observe the warriors, understand their historical context, and explore the museum's exhibits comprehensively.
Visitors can acquire tickets for the Terracotta Army Museum through several methods, including purchasing directly at the official ticket offices onsite or by booking via online travel platforms. Utilizing platforms like KKday offers the advantage of securing your admission in advance, which can include convenient options for guided tours or integrated transportation services. These tickets generally provide access to the entire museum complex, encompassing the impressive warrior pits and various exhibition halls.
Huaqing Palace is a renowned historical site famous for its imperial hot springs, beautifully landscaped gardens, and its connection to the romantic saga of Emperor Xuanzong and Concubine Yang Guifei. Key attractions include the Lotus Flower Pool, the Five-Room Hall (a site of historical significance related to the Xi'an Incident), and numerous elegant pavilions. Visitors can immerse themselves in centuries of history and natural beauty, with seasonal opportunities to watch cultural performances like "The Song of Everlasting Regret".
Many organized tours to the Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace enhance the visitor experience with unique cultural amenities. These often include a complimentary Hanfu experience, allowing guests to don traditional Chinese attire, and the provision of wireless headsets for clear, informative commentary from guides. Additionally, some tours offer a special Qin-style dumpling banquet, providing a taste of local cuisine, along with convenient door-to-door transportation services within designated city areas.
Beyond the iconic Terracotta Army, Xi'an boasts numerous other historically significant sites. Huaqing Palace, with its ancient hot springs and imperial narratives, is a prominent example. Other crucial destinations include the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor (the emperor's burial mound, distinct from the warrior pits), the majestic Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and the remarkably preserved Xi'an City Wall, each offering deep insights into China's rich imperial past.
The most favorable times to visit the Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace are typically during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). These seasons offer mild and comfortable weather conditions, ideal for exploring the extensive outdoor and indoor areas of both sites without the extreme heat of summer or the colder temperatures of winter. While both attractions are accessible year-round, these periods provide the most pleasant visitor experience.
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