4-Hour Xi'an Experience: Shadow Puppet and Dumplings Lunch or Dinner
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Xian, China
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- TWT Travel
Description
Spend half day with a local insider on this private tour, your will visit the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and Xian Museum to learn the history and culture of Xi’an, enjoy a fascinating local ancient Shadow Puppet Performance, have a Dumplings lunch or dinner at time-honored De Fa Chang Restaurant.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 0–90)
- $99
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:54 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Small Goose Pagoda
With pickup at either 9:00 am or 2:00 pm from your hotel lobby, local guide will accompany you to take a taxi to start this half day cultural and food tour. Located on the central axis of the Jianfu Temple in south Xian, Small Wild Goose Pagoda survives from the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Follow your guide to visit this pagoda and the Xian Museum to learn the history and culture of Xi’an. Then enjoy the famous Shadow Puppet Performance originated more than 2000 years ago, ask your guide about its history and marvel at the lingering music, exquisite sculpture, brisk color and lively performance. A flavorsome Dumplings lunch or dinner (based on your tour time) will be served in the time-honored De Fa Chang Restaurant, this is the top choice for you to enjoy traditional Shaanxi dumplings. Afterwards, bid farewell to your guide, you could take a taxi return to the hotel on your own or continue other sightseeing by yourself.
What's included
Included
English-speaking tour guide
Private tour
Downtown hotel pickup service
Shadow Puppet Performance
Taxi fee from hotel to attraction
Dumplings Lunch or Dinner
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel drop-off
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: Centrally located Xi'an hotels Return point: De Fa Chang Restaurant
How it compares in Xian
- Starting price $99 is 21% below the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Xian
Excurgo comparison of 1,039 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Please indicate departure time while booking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
4-Hour Xi'an Experience: Shadow Puppet and Dumplings Lunch or Dinner lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Xian experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Departure Point: Centrally located Xi'an hotels Return point: De Fa Chang Restaurant Pickup points include Guandi Hotel, Hong Yang Bussiness Hotel.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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