We had a private market tour and noodle making class with Michael 常. It was incredible! I usually live in Guangzhou and have wanted to learn to make homemade noodles, but haven't had the opportunity. Biang biang was the perfect kind of noodle to learn because they use simple ingredients and the wide flat shape makes them easy to make by hand without breaking. Michael took us to the market where we picked out all the ingredients for the meal. He is very knowledge and his English is perfect. He taught us how to make the noodles, the sauce, and two side dishes. The whole time we were able to ask him all the questions we could think of about the food in Xi'an. The noodles were delicious. By my 6th noodle I had the hang of it. Afterwards Michael gave us recommendations for the best way to visit the terracotta army, and for several places to eat on Xi'an. I am so glad I booked this early in my trip! I can't recommend highly enough.
Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $85 / person
- Location
- Xian, China
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Lily's Private Tours
- Meeting point
- We meet our guests at Sa Jin Qiao Subway Station Exit B of Line 1 at assigned time. The Chinese address is: 地铁 1 号线 洒金桥站 B口。You can take a taxi or the subway to get here. You can also wait inside the subway station exit. It's cooler there in summer and warmer in winter.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 13–65)
- $85
- Child (ages 8–12)
- $10
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $95.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 30 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Lunch/dinner, depending on which option you choose.
Snacks
English-speaking tour guide service fee.
Not included
Private transportation
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
4 reviews
How it compares in Xian
- Starting price $85 is 32% below the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Xian
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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 Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience take?
Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience lasts about 3h 30min.
How much does Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience cost?
Prices start at $85 per person for this Xian experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $95. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience cost for children?
Children aged 8–12 pay from $10, adults from $85.
Does Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience sell out?
It can: 30 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We meet our guests at Sa Jin Qiao Subway Station Exit B of Line 1 at assigned time. The Chinese address is: 地铁 1 号线 洒金桥站 B口。. You can take a taxi or the subway to get here. You can also wait inside the subway station exit. It's cooler there in summer and warmer in winter. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Incredible noodle making experience
S
Michael started our day...
Michael started our day with a trip to the local street markets to obtain some produce as well as learn about a few of the more unusual items for sale! Following this we had a fun experience creating our own dish under his expert guidance before tucking into our well deserved lunch. If you enjoy doing something a little different during your time in Xi’an then I’d highly recommend giving this experience ago.
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Biang biang noodle making class
Lily and Michael were so accommodating in this class! There aren’t too many tourists to Xi’an at the moment, so they invited me to their house. Michael met me in town and took me to the local market to buy ingredients, then we went to their house, where I learned to make biang biang noodles. They also prepared some other dishes (spinach noodles, century eggs, and a pork jelly dish) for me to try. They were so friendly, and I will definitely try to make the noodles again! I would definitely recommend to anyone coming to Xi’an who enjoys food!
8
Fun noodle making in great setting
My boyfriend came to visit me in China where I live (I am American). We took the noodle making class. We were the only two people which made it a nice fun experience with Lily and the chef at the restaurant. Beautiful restaurant and great experience making and then eating what we made. Lily was warm and accommodating even when I needed to adjust our times to meet and leave. Would highly recommend.
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