Xi’an Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show and Dumpling Banquet
Experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty with Xi'an's Music and Dance Show, complemented by a dumpling banquet.
- Private tour
- 4 Hours
- Starts ~6:30 PM, flexible
- English-speaking guide
Overview
Begin your evening at 6:30 PM with a warm welcome at the theater, where you'll be ushered to your table for the renowned dumpling banquet. Over the next hour and ten minutes, savor an assortment of dumplings, each uniquely shaped and flavored, symbolizing various regional specialties and culinary traditions of Xi'an. As the clock strikes 8:00 PM, the lights dim, and the stage comes alive with the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show. For the next seventy minutes, be mesmerized by a succession of acts that blend melodious tunes from ancient instruments, harmonious singing, and dynamic dance routines. The performers, dressed in authentic Tang-era attire, reenact tales from a time when Xi'an was the heart of Chinese civilization. By 9:15 PM, the performance concludes, leaving you with lasting impressions of an evening steeped in history, culture, and gastronomy.
This experience offers a harmonious blend of Xi'an's culinary delights and its illustrious performing arts, providing a memorable glimpse into the city's ancient splendors.
Your day with us
A typical day. It's your private tour, so we can change stops, timing and pace.
Start
Your guide meets you at your hotel or starting point, typically at 6:30 PM.
End
Your guide drops you back at your starting point, with time for other interests along the way if you want it.
The full day, in detail
- 6:30 PM: Arrive at the theater and be seated for the optional dumpling banquet.
- 6:40 PM - 7:50 PM: Indulge in a variety of dumplings, each crafted to represent different flavors and ingredients, accompanied by traditional side dishes and beverages.
- 8:00 PM: The Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show commences.
- 8:00 PM - 9:10 PM: Enjoy a series of performances featuring traditional instruments, vocalists, and dancers adorned in period costumes, all set against intricate stage designs that evoke the grandeur of the Tang era.
- 9:15 PM: Conclusion of the show and departure.
What's included
Included
- Awesome guide
- Entrance fees
- Transportation by metro and taxis (Optional car and driver - see below for details)
- Guide meets you and drops you off at starting location
- Embark on a captivating journey back to the Tang Dynasty, an era celebrated for its cultural brilliance and artistic achievements. The evening begins with a optional sumptuous dumpling banquet, featuring an array of handcrafted dumplings, each meticulously prepared with diverse fillings and designs, reflecting the culinary artistry of Xi'an. Following the feast, the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show unfolds, presenting a series of performances that showcase traditional music, graceful dances, and elaborate costumes. Each act narrates stories from the Tang era, offering insights into the history and traditions of ancient China. This combined experience provides a unique window into the opulence and cultural depth of the Tang Dynasty.
Meet our guides
Professional local guides who love sharing authentic China. Every one of us follows a code of conduct that puts you first: your interests, your pace, and no touristy shopping stops.
Meet the teamQuestions guests ask
Can we customize the tour?
Yes. Sites, start time, pickup location: just tell us what you'd like.
What if our plans change?
Cancel any time up to one day before your tour.
Will you take us shopping?
Only if you want to. Our guides follow a code of conduct: no touristy shopping stops.
Can children come?
Of course. Ask us about prices for children.