Top Northwest China Classes & Workshops

Learn to make baozi, a type of filled bun, during this half-day small-group cooking class. Visit a spice market to learn about and gather ingredients, then learn to make Chinese dough and the buns from scratch in a traditional Chinese courtyard, while enjoying local tea. Afterwards, enjoy your creations with beer or other beverages.

Combine the must-see Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xian with a city tour, without having to arrange multiple excursions, on this small-group combo guided tour. Marvel at the terracotta figures, ancient city wall, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Enjoy a local lunch of regional flavors between sites at a local family village home, with hotel pickup included for convenience. Ticket only and private tour options available.

Biang biang noodles are one of the iconic dishes from Xi’an. Learn to make them yourself with this half-day small-group cooking class of easy difficulty. Visit a spice market to learn about and gather ingredients, then learn to make the noodles in a traditional Chinese courtyard, while enjoying local tea. Afterwards, enjoy your creations with beer or other beverages.

During this 3-4 hour unique Dumpling making workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Chinese spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class. The class will be carried out in a traditional style courtyard. You’ll be treated with local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guided to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy the dumplings with delicious fillings made by yourself along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.

Explore the rich tapestry of Xi’an’s traditional crafts in this hands-on workshop, where local artisans guide you through the creation of stunning artworks. Choose from iconic experiences like Cloisonné Enamel, Terracotta Warrior Clay Sculpting, or Traditional Paper Cutting, and immerse yourself in the intricate techniques that define these timeless crafts. Each session allows you to create a unique piece, ensuring a personal touch to your souvenir. Enhance your adventure with an add-on activity like lacquer fan painting or woodblock printmaking for a deeper dive into Chinese culture. Unleash your creativity while connecting with Xi’an’s artistic heritage.

Start by exploring a lively spice market, discovering key ingredients through fun challenges. Relax with authentic tea in a traditional teahouse. Then, learn from a master chef as you cook classic dishes in a hands-on workshop, mastering ancient techniques. Finally, savor your creations with local drinks—a perfect mix of culture, flavor and interactive fun!

Learn how to make one of Xian’s famous noodle dishes, called biang biang noodles, because of the sound of the noodles when they’re made. Learn all about noodle culture on this small group tour, with a max 10 passengers. The class is about an hour. You’ll drink tea and coffee while you learn the techniques, practice cooking, and then enjoy a noodle party at the end.

Learn to make authentic regional Chinese food during this private half-day cooking class. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to the home of a local family with an English-speaking guide. Enrich your understanding of Xian culture and participate in the preparation of noodles or dumplings alongside a chef. Then, enjoy your delicious homemade meal with the pride of knowing that you helped prepare it yourself.

These 5-6 eateries are scattered around the district, some on main streets and others tucked away in back streets, but they all cook for the locals. While visiting these food stops, you will learn a lot about the local’s lives and the family restaurants that have been making their specialties for generations. You’ll watch your food being made and learn about what makes it so special to Xi’an locals. Whether it’s sitting by an old man grilling meat over burning coals or watching dumplings being made right in front of you, whether you are shredding your own pita bread for “Pita Bread Soaked in Lamb Soup”(Yangroupao) or listening to the sound of fresh Biangbiang noodles being made, there are always something for you to try!

Dive into Xi’an’s culture in a half-day workshop! Craft chewy Biangbiang noodles from scratch in a hidden courtyard, guided by a local chef. Master writing the 56-stroke “Biang” character with calligraphy. Sip fragrant teas, learn Mahjong, and chat with hosts about local life. End your day feasting on handmade noodles and regional dishes, accompanied by traditional music.

In this 3 hours tour, you will have a whole experience of living like a local in this old city. Follow your local expert, you will dive deeper in the local market and know a variety of spices and ingredients, and even utensils for cooking. After the market visiting, you will get to an off-the-beaten courtyard and sip a cup of green tea and enjoy a tranquil time. Following that will be a life-long memory of Biang Biang Noodles Cooking experience. You will learn how to make flour dough, how to pull the flour strips and how to make the delicious sauces. At the end of the tour, you will get the recipe for the dish and a certificate issued by us.

This price tour is accompanied by an expert guide and starts from the World's Eighth Wonder - Terracotta Warriors Museum. Explore Xian’s history and culture at the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Xi’an City Wall. Finally, have an exciting food experience at the Muslim Bazaar. A private trip will ensure you more personalized attention from your guide.

Official Certified: Government-Certified Workshop with rich experience. In-Depth Visit: Explore the Terracotta Warriors Museum for 2 hours and feel the shock of the millennium-old Qin terracotta warriors up close. Handicraft Experience: Enjoy a 1.5-hour terracotta figurine making experience and recreate the craftsmanship of artisans from 2000 years ago by hand. Considerate Service: Includes city-wide hotel pickup and drop-off, English-speaking guide, entrance tickets, and lunch, making the trip worry-free and convenient.

Make authentic biangbiang noodles from dough to plate Cook a full Chinese meal, not just one dish Learn cultural stories behind Xi’an cuisine Try Chinese calligraphy and take home your artwork Small-group experience in a local home or restaurant

Your clay boards follow the traditional plaster base formula used in ancient grotto murals, mixed with wheat straw and linen fibers. You can feel the raw, earthy, warm texture that canvas and paper simply cannot replicate. We provide natural mineral pigments such as azurite blue and cinnabar red, plus gilding relief techniques to recreate the golden ornate patterns of antique murals. Every clay board bears an irreplaceable natural texture, making your finished artwork utterly one-of-a-kind, with an aged charm echoing thousands of years of art history. Mass-market souvenirs all look identical, but your hand-painted clay mural holds the calm mood of your journey. Take your finished piece home to display on your desk, tea table or entryway; it also makes a far more thoughtful gift than generic trinkets. This relaxing hand-paint experience creates vintage Chinese mural artworks for decoration or gifts, suitable for individuals, families and groups.