Immerse yourself in traditional Beijing lifestyle and culture with this private walking and rickshaw tour. Explore the Hutongs, learn calligraphy, paper cutting, or mask painting, and experience the charm of old Beijing.
Immerse yourself in traditional Beijing lifestyle and culture with this private walking and rickshaw tour. Explore the Hutongs, learn calligraphy, paper cutting, or mask painting, and experience the charm of old Beijing.
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Beijing Bell and Drum Towers - Commence your excursion with your guide in the hotel lobby of Beijing City and embark on your journey.
Drum and Bell tower Square-your guide will provide a briefing on the Hutong’s past, the inhabitants’ lifestyle in the Hutong, etc. Don’t hesitate to inquire if you have questions.
Accompany your guide through the…
- Beijing Bell and Drum Towers - Commence your excursion with your guide in the hotel lobby of Beijing City and embark on your journey.
Drum and Bell tower Square-your guide will provide a briefing on the Hutong’s past, the inhabitants’ lifestyle in the Hutong, etc. Don’t hesitate to inquire if you have questions.
Accompany your guide through the Hutong alleys, observing locals engaging in various activities such as playing, conversing, dining, and unwinding, which showcases a communal way of life distinct from the urban high-rise living.
Enter a local Hutong home to gain a deeper understanding of the architecture of their Siheyuan dwelling, where traditional Beijing residents reside. Discover the historical context and converse with the hosting family.
Partake in a 30-minute cultural session in the Hutong, where you have the option to learn Chinese Calligraphy, Paper Cutting, or Mask painting from an expert residing in the Hutong.
For the remainder of the tour, traverse the Hutong by rickshaw. As you journey, your rickshaw operator and guide will narrate the significance of the landmarks you encounter.
The tour concludes in the Nanluoguxiang alley area, where you are free to continue exploring the local boutiques, eateries, pubs, and coffee shops at your leisure. Your guide can assist in arranging a taxi for your subsequent plans, at your own expense.
- 30-minute culture class (choose one activity)
- 30-minute rickshaw ride
- English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel pick-up and one-way transportation to Drum Tower area
- 30-minute culture class (choose one activity)
- 30-minute rickshaw ride
- English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel pick-up and one-way transportation to Drum Tower area
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Delve deep into Beijing’s Hutongs with this three-hour private tour, offering an insightful peek into the traditional lifestyle and culture of Beijing. The journey begins at Beijing’s Drum and Bell Towers, incorporating both walking and rickshaw adventuring. A visit to a local residence will add an exciting 30-minute cultural session to your tour. Here,…
Delve deep into Beijing’s Hutongs with this three-hour private tour, offering an insightful peek into the traditional lifestyle and culture of Beijing. The journey begins at Beijing’s Drum and Bell Towers, incorporating both walking and rickshaw adventuring. A visit to a local residence will add an exciting 30-minute cultural session to your tour. Here, you have the option to acquire some culturally-rich skills - like Chinese calligraphy, paper-cutting, or mask painting.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
