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Beijing Half-Day Tour: A Cultural and Culinary Walking Tour

By Sino-Voyages
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,912 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the art of Chinese calligraphy with a local expert
  • Explore the historic Liulichang Cultural Street and its old shops
  • Discover the hidden hutongs of Qianmen and taste authentic Beijing snacks
  • Enjoy a personalized experience with a small group and local guide
  • Take home your own calligraphy creation as a unique souvenir

Activity location

    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 中国北京市西城区琉璃厂东街115-1号 邮政编码: 100031
    • Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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Beijing Half-Day Tour: A Cultural and Culinary Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 6,911.96 x 1 AdultP 6,911.96
Total
Price is P 6,911.96

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Services of a professional, English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All materials for the calligraphy experience (brush, ink, paper)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Your finished calligraphy work to take home as a souvenir
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tastings of 4-5 authentic local Beijing foods (enough for a meal)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    One bottle of water
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you can expect

Escape the typical tourist trail and explore two captivating sides of Beijing on this unique half-day walking tour. Experience the elegance of traditional Chinese calligraphy in the cultural heart of Liulichang, then dive into the vibrant hutongs of Qianmen to sample authentic local snacks like a true Beijinger. A perfect fusion of classical art and bustling street life.

Begin your journey on Beijing's central axis, where the world of refined art and the buzz of everyday life exist just steps apart. This uniquely curated tour is your gateway to both, offering a profound journey into the city's soul through its culture and its cuisine. This is not just a sightseeing tour—it's an immersive cultural and culinary adventure.

Stroll down the fragrant, history-rich Liulichang Cultural Street with your guide, learning about its legendary old shops. Enter a partner studio for a magical calligraphy session. The master will demonstrate basic techniques and assist you in creating your very own piece of art.

Enjoy a pleasant walk towards Qianmen. Along the way, your guide will point out and explain the evolution of Beijing's old neighborhoods and architecture.

Venture into the hidden hutongs west of Qianmen Street to begin your flavor exploration. Depending on the day, you may sample classics such as Baodu (Quick-boiled Tripe), Luzhu Huoshao (Pork Offal Stew), Douzhi (Fermented Mung Bean Juice) with Jiaoquan (Crispy Fritters), or authentic Zhajiangmian (Noodles with Fried Sauce). At each stop, your guide will explain the history and the “right way” to eat it.

Location

Activity location

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    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 中国北京市西城区琉璃厂东街115-1号 邮政编码: 100031
    • Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China