3-Day Xi'an Foodie Adventure

3-Day Xi'an Foodie Adventure

Delicious Discoveries, Ancient Paths

This 3-day journey through Xi'an offers a blend of culinary delights, historical exploration, and vibrant local culture. Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors and explore the Ancient City Wall for panoramic views. Immerse yourself in the flavors of the Muslim Quarter, a hub of local snacks. Indulge in the renowned HaiDiLao Hot Pot with its exceptional service, and enjoy a hands-on dumpling-making experience with a local family, savoring authentic Xi'an meals that showcase the city's warm hospitality.

Feel free to fully customize this itinerary to match your unique needs and interests. Our team is on hand to provide you with personalized assistance.

Tour 'Wow' Points

Learn Dumpling Making

Make dumplings with a local family! Your host will guide you through dough, filling, wrappers, and assembly.

dumpling making
dumpling making

Enjoy HaiDiLao

Experience HaiDiLao Hot Pot and savor its top-notch service, quality ingredients, and customer-first philosophy.

haidilao hot pot
Giant Panda

Experience the Terracotta Army

Gain insight into the staggering scale of the Terracotta Army, learn about the first restored Warriors, and handle Qin relics in the Conservation Laboratory.

Terracotta Warriors
Qin Dynasty Relics

Cycle Atop the Ancient City Wall

Pedal through centuries of history along the ramparts, with the contemporary cityscape stretching out beneath you.

the ancient city wall with the red lanterns
Cycle on the Ancient City Wall

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Suggested Itinerary

Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests and schedule.

Day 1 Xi'an Arrival

Welcome to Xi'an! Your tour guide, full of local knowledge, will be there to greet you at the airport or train station, ready to begin your tour.

Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel in a private car. During the ride, your guide will offer an insightful overview of Xi'an's fascinating past and present.

Day 2 Xi'an | Encounter the Terracotta Warriors
Breakfast & Lunch

Enjoy a private ride with your guide to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum.

Enter the Terracotta Warriors Museum via a tram, and witness three captivating pits that display the concealed power of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's extensive military force. Your guide will provide insights into their fabrication and safeguarding, emphasizing the precise workmanship, lasting strength, and the former colorful brilliance of these historical sentinels.

Get an up-close view of the first restored Terracotta Warriors, learn their restoration story, handle authentic Qin Dynasty relics, and participate in a hands-on restoration experience in the Conservation Laboratory.

Savor a HaiDiLao Hot Pot lunch, a globally celebrated dining experience with exceptional service, quality ingredients, and views overlooking Huaqing Palace Square.

Cycle along the Ancient City Wall and soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of Xi'an. This impressive fortification, boasting towering walls, ramparts, gates, and watchtowers, stands as one of China's best-preserved ancient defensive systems.

Day 3Xi'an | Make Your Own Dumplings
Breakfast & Lunch

Discover the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a 43-meter-tall architectural marvel built during the Tang Dynasty, and explore its intricate design within the Jianfu Temple complex.

Explore the breadth of Xi'an's history at the Xi'an Museum, where a rich assortment of artifacts from multiple dynasties is displayed, including pottery, calligraphy and paintings.

Join a local family for a Dumpling-making Adventure. Your host will lead you through the process: mixing the dough, shaping the wrappers, and assembling the dumplings. Then, enjoy the delicious dumplings you've made for lunch.

Wander through the vibrant Muslim Quarter, where the tantalizing aromas of street food mingle with the bustling sounds of local markets. Leisurely explore, savor delectable local snacks, and immerse yourself in the community's rich culture.

Following the tour, a comfortable and convenient transfer will be organized to take you to the airport or the train station.

Hotel Selection

—The Icing on the Cake

The Boutique hotel is recommended to enrich your travel experience.

The lodge of the hotel in Xian

Tour Price

FromUS$439 p/p Based on a private tour for 2 people. Price varies depending on the program, travel date, number of people and chosen hotel.

Price includes:

  • Private air-conditioned car with big windows and ample space
  • English-speaking local guide(s)
  • Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
  • A 24/7 helpline is available throughout your trip

Tour Code: xa-3