Have a long layover at Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)? Don't waste it in the terminal — the world-famous Terracotta Warriors are only about 1 hour from the airport. Our layover tour takes you straight from arrivals to the warriors and back to the gate in time for your connecting flight.
We provide a private car with a professional English-support driver, flight monitoring, and free airport waiting. Fixed price from $120 — no hidden fees, no group tour schedule. Ideal for layovers of 6 hours or more.
Distances & Driving Time
| Route | Distance | Driving Time |
|---|---|---|
| XIY Airport to Terracotta Museum | ~50 km | ~1 hour |
| XIY Airport to Xi'an city center | ~45 km | ~50 min |
| Terracotta Museum to Xi'an city center | ~40 km | ~50 min |
| Terracotta Museum to Huaqing Palace | ~15 km | ~20 min |
Private Car Rates
Layover tour (up to 6 hours) with professional driver. Includes airport pickup, waiting, fuel, tolls and parking. Flight monitoring included.
| Vehicle | Seats | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| VW Passat / Toyota Camry (Sedan) | 1-3 pax | $120 |
| Buick GL8 MPV | 4-6 pax | $160 |
| Mercedes V-Class | 7-8 pax | $240 |
Why Choose a Private Car
- Direct pickup from XIY arrivals — driver holds a name sign
- Back to the airport in time for your connecting flight
- Flight monitoring and Up to 120 min free waiting included
- No group bus, no fixed schedule — your own private car
- All fuel, tolls, parking and bottled water included
- 24/7 English support via WhatsApp and WeChat
Suggested Itinerary
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Land at XIY, clear immigration, meet driver at arrivals
+1h
Drive to the Terracotta Warriors Museum (Bingmayong)
+1h15
Explore Pit 1, Pit 2, Pit 3 and bronze chariots (~2 hours)
+3h30
Optional quick stop at Huaqing Palace or Muslim Quarter snack
+4h30
Drive back to XIY airport
+5h30
Drop off at departures — clear security for your next flight
What's Included / Not Included
Included
- Private sedan / MPV with professional driver
- XIY airport pickup and drop-off
- All fuel, tolls, parking
- Bottled water
- Up to 120 min free airport waiting
- Flight monitoring
Not Included
- Terracotta entrance fee (~$12/person)
- Optional guide service
- Lunch
- Tips
Rated 4.9/5 by 528+ travelers • Free cancellation up to 48 hours • English support on WhatsApp
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