3-Day Classic Xi’an Tour
Three Days Through Three Millennia—from the Terracotta Army of the Qin Dynasty to the Great Wild Goose Pagoda of the Tang Dynasty, from the Ming Dynasty City Wall to the vibrant atmosphere of Hui Muslim Street.
Suitable for: First-time visitors to Xi’an who want to efficiently explore the city’s historical highlights and sample its culinary delights.
Day 1: The Grandeur of the Qin and Tang Dynasties
Visit the Terracotta Army in the morning and see the night view of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the evening.
Heading to the Terracotta Army
Take Metro Line 9 to Huaqing Pool Station, then transfer to Bus Route 613. Arrive before the 8:30 a.m. opening time.
Book your tickets in advance!
Terracotta Army Museum
Visiting order: Pit 1 → Pit 3 → Pit 2.
Don’t go with unlicensed tour guides!
Big Wild Goose Pagoda Musical Fountain & Tang Dynasty Never-Sleeping City
7:00 PM: Watch the fountain show, then stroll through Datang Never-Sleeping City to see the “Unbreakable Doll” performance.
Day 2: Historical Tour + Sunset on the City Wall
Museum in the morning, cycling along the city walls in the afternoon, and dining on Hui Muslim Street in the evening.
Shaanxi History Museum
Don’t miss the “Treasures of the Tang Dynasty” exhibition.
Extremely difficult to book!
Cycling along the Xi’an City Wall
Climb the city wall from the South Gate and rent a bike to circle the ancient city.
A Culinary Journey Through Hui Muslim Street’s Narrow Alleys
Just stroll along the main streets; for dining, head into Sajin Bridge or Dapi Yard.
Day 3: Immersive Experience + Departure
Spend the morning exploring one in-depth attraction, then leave in the afternoon.
Beilin Museum / Gao Family Mansion / Little Wild Goose Pagoda (choose one of the three)
Beilin Museum (65 yuan)—a mecca for calligraphy; Gao Family Mansion (30 yuan)—where you can watch shadow puppet shows; Small Wild Goose Pagoda—free and peaceful.