Xi'an: Dumpling Making, Tea & Belt Noodle Pulling Experience

5.0 (4 reviews) Xian, China
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Immerse yourself in authentic Xi’an home life with an exclusive cooking experience hosted by a local Chinese family! Master full-from-scratch dumpling-making, then savor a hearty homemade feast paired with regional wine, beer and local beverages—all drinks included.
Dive deep into genuine Chinese family traditions: observe daily living customs and classic dining etiquette, unwind over fragrant tea while discovering timeless Chinese tea culture, and swap travel stories with your warm local host for heartfelt cultural connections.
This 2-hour immersive local tour lets you pick up easy, replicable homemade recipes you can recreate for loved ones back home! Every detail is fully covered: hassle-free hotel pickup, complete lunch/dinner service, hands-on cooking workshop and tea ceremony, with all drinks included at no extra cost.
Live like a true Xi’an local in one unforgettable cultural session!

What's included

  • Local liquor tasting
  • Dumpling making class
  • Lunch or dinner meal
  • Belt-noodle pulling experience
  • Hotel pickup
  • Host provide tea ceremany
  • Unlimited local beer
  • Local soft drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop off

What to expect

A Didi taxi will collect you from your hotel lobby to meet your host at the agreed location; the license plate will be shared beforehand.
Your host will first tour you around the neighborhood, then head to a local Xi’an household to make dumplings, a classic Chinese snack.
You’ll mix fillings, roll wrappers and fold dumplings together. Hand-pulled belt noodles are trickier yet more fun: stretch a 10cm dough piece slowly into a 2-meter ribbon noodle, sensing its soft elasticity and enjoying hands-on cooking fun. After cooking, share the homemade feast with your host, paired with local wine, beer or regional drinks if you like.
Chat over food with your host to experience everyday Chinese urban family life and dining manners. Post-meal, sip tea together and learn about Chinese tea culture as you swap travel stories.
Finally, your host will help find a taxi to send you back to your hotel.

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Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up guests from any hotels within 3rd ring road of Xi'an by didi taxi.
We will send clients car plate 2 minutes before the pickup time.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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