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Beijing Hutong Night Tour with Yunnan Style Dinner and Chartered Boat Ride at Houhai Lake

By Unique Beijing Tours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 21,571 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Treat yourself to an unforgettable Beijing evening! Start with a delicious dinner at one of the city’s most renowned local Yunnan restaurants, where you’ll relish dishes brimming with the province’s signature fresh, herb-forward flavors and unique ethnic culinary touches. Next, hop aboard a private hand-cranked boat for a serene cruise on Houhai Lake, taking in the magical night scenery of the lake’s tranquil waters and surrounding traditional architecture. Cap off the night with a leisurely stroll through Houhai’s bustling bar street and cozy, lantern-draped hutongs—where historic alleyways come alive after dark. This all-inclusive experience covers dinner, a dedicated tour guide, and private car service throughout the journey.

Activity location

  • Lotus Lane
    • southwest corner of Qian Hai,
    • Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lotus Lane
    • southwest corner of Qian Hai,
    • Beijing, China

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Private Night Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Your English speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel at 17:00
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
P 21,571.29 x 1 AdultP 21,571.29
Total
Price is P 21,571.29
Until Thu, Apr 9

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (Beijing City hotels within the 4th ring road)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1 hour chartered Boat ride
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional guide and driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dinner at Little Yunnan Restaurant
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic drinks or fresh juicy at Little Yunnan(available to purchase)

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Age under 4 is free to join
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Activity itinerary

Lotus Lane

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Your private guide and driver will pick you up directly from your downtown Beijing hotel, whisking you to a beloved local Yunnan restaurant nestled in the charming hutong lanes. This hidden gem—ranked No.6 in Beijing on TripAdvisor—blends old Beijing’s alley charm with Yunnan’s vibrant flavors: think dishes brimming with fresh wild fungi, fragrant herbs like lemongrass, and bold sour-spicy notes, all showcasing Yunnan cuisine, signature use of ecological ingredients and ethnic cooking wisdom . Savor iconic bites like steam pot chicken, crispy fried rice noodles, or tangy sour soup fish, surrounded by the hutongs’ warm lantern light and cozy neighborhood vibes.

Back Lakes (Hou Hai)

  • 1h
After dinner, head to Lotus Lane (Shicha Lake Park) for a 1-hour private chartered boat ride. Drift gently across the moonlit lake as the boat glides past swaying lotus leaves and shorelines lined with red lanterns, while savoring complimentary local snacks and fragrant tea . Your guide will share stories of the lake’s 700-year history—from imperial retreat to modern leisure spot—adding depth to the twinkling night views of ancient architecture reflecting on the water.

Shichahai Scenic Resort (Pass by)

Continue to the Shichahai Scenic Resort, where Houhai Lake’s unique charm unfolds: a seamless mix of royal heritage and lively urban life . Wander along the lakeside, soaking in the glow of bar lights, the rustle of willow branches, and the distant hum of folk music, with your guide pointing out historic landmarks and sharing fascinating tales of the area’s past.

Yandai Xie Street

  • 30m
Finish your journey at Yandai Xie Street (Tobacco Alley), Beijing’s oldest slanting hutong. Here, you can browse quaint shops for authentic Beijing souvenirs—from handcrafted paper-cuts to traditional jade accessories—or sample iconic local snacks (at your own expense) like creamy milk curd, crispy sugar-coated haws, and savory sheep offal soup . Every corner blends ancient alley charm with lively market energy, wrapping up your 2-3 hour tour with unforgettable flavors and memories. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Beijing City.

Location

Activity location

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    Lotus Lane
    • southwest corner of Qian Hai,
    • Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Lotus Lane
    • southwest corner of Qian Hai,
    • Beijing, China

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