• Subway Line 5 - Begin your adventure here! Head to the exit to meet your local guide. Together, you’ll leave the city’s main streets and enter a vibrant slice of old Beijing—the historic hutong neighborhood around the Drum Tower.
• Bell and Drum Towers - The iconic Bell and Drum Towers set the stage for your journey. Once used to keep time for the entire city, these 700-year-old landmarks offer a powerful glimpse into imperial Beijing. After absorbing the history, follow your guide into the maze of ancient hutongs nearby—your first food stop, Yao Ji Chao Gan, awaits with its renowned steaming Pork & Scallion Buns.
• Yandai Xie Street - Stroll down the lively Yandai Xiejie, one of Beijing’s oldest and most charming lanes. As you pass traditional shopfronts and local life, your guide will share the story of Beijing’s beloved Zhajiangmian noodles and the nearby Fangzhuanchang Hutong—a delicious piece of culinary history hiding in plain sight.
• Yinding Bridge - Pause on the picturesque Yinding Bridge for one of the best views in Beijing—Shichahai Lake stretching out before you, with the Drum Tower perfectly framed in the distance. It’s a moment that connects the city’s ancient waterways to its vibrant hutong culture, and a favorite spot for a photo.
• Great Leap Brewing Original #6 - Nestled inside a restored courtyard in Doujiao Hutong, Great Leap Brewing is one of Beijing’s most delightful surprises—a craft brewery where East meets West in the most charming way. Your guide will also trace the path of the 700-year-old Grand Canal at the nearby Yuhe River Site, revealing the deep history flowing beneath this lively neighborhood.
• Songzhu Temple & Zhizhu Temple - Step through the gate of the beautifully restored Songzhu and Zhizhu Temple complex and feel the atmosphere change. Your guide will share the remarkable story of how this serene sanctuary was saved and preserved amid the rapid changes of modern Beijing—a testament to the community’s dedication to its heritage. From here, you’ll head to the bustling Zhaojunsheng Market and finish your day at Zengshengkui, a beloved local halal eatery, with a perfectly flaky Beef Pie and a crispy Fried Cake—an authentic and memorable end to your Beijing food adventure.

• Sweet, crispy Fried Cake
• Steaming Pork & Scallion Buns
• Flaky Beef Pie
• Food tasting
• Local food market tour
• Professional English speaking tour guide

• Gratuities
• hotel pick up and drop off
• beer or drinks at Great Leap Brewery

Many travelers visit Beijing’s renowned landmarks, yet often overlook its genuine essence found in the ancient hutongs, family-owned restaurants, and age-old traditions. This is the Beijing that is unveiled.

✔ Beyond the Guidebook: Avoid tourist traps. A local expert will reveal hidden entrances, untold stories, and the authentic tastes of true Beijing life.

✔ Perfectly Curated: This 3-hour tour combines must-see historical sites (such as the 600-year-old Drum Tower) with hidden treasures (like a temple transformed into an art space), all interwoven with engaging stories.

✔ Eat Like a Local: Embark on a true culinary adventure. Begin with unlimited Pork & Scallion Buns at a legendary venue; conclude with a halal feast featuring crispy beef pie and sweet fried cakes that most tourists never discover.

✔ Immersive, Not Just Observational: Experience Beijing by exploring a bustling market, visiting a hutong brewery, and standing at the endpoint of the ancient Grand Canal—gaining insight into the city’s past and present.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.