Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with this private half-day tour. Learn the art of Chinese calligraphy and master the art of making Beijing-style dumplings. Explore the historic Hutongs and experience local life in Beijing. All-inclusive with a tasty dumpling lunch and private guide.
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with this private half-day tour. Learn the art of Chinese calligraphy and master the art of making Beijing-style dumplings. Explore the historic Hutongs and experience local life in Beijing. All-inclusive with a tasty dumpling lunch and private guide.
Meet your personal guide in the hotel lobby. A suitable time will be suggested based on your preferences and needs. Depending on the number of travelers, your guide will arrange an Uber taxi (at your own expense).
If the “Tour With Private Driver” option is selected, the tour will include a private driver.
Participate in a calligraphy class. Upon…
Meet your personal guide in the hotel lobby. A suitable time will be suggested based on your preferences and needs. Depending on the number of travelers, your guide will arrange an Uber taxi (at your own expense).
If the “Tour With Private Driver” option is selected, the tour will include a private driver.
Participate in a calligraphy class. Upon arrival, enjoy some Chinese tea and learn about the history of Chinese calligraphy. You will then begin learning the basic strokes and some fascinating Chinese characters. The class lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Continue your tour to the traditional residential areas of old Beijing and visit the local wet market to experience the authentic lifestyle of the locals. Your guide will then take you to a local family for an enjoyable dumpling cooking class. In addition to dumplings, you will be served other delicious local dishes.
After the tour concludes, your guide can assist in arranging a taxi to take you to your desired location.
If the “Tour With Private Driver” option is chosen, you will be transported back to your hotel by the private driver.
Points of Interest
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Beijing
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Bell and Drum Towers
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Dongsi Hutong

- Calligraphy class and Dumpling cooking class fee
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Professional English speaking guide
- Lunch (cooked by yourself at a local family’s home)
- Calligraphy class and Dumpling cooking class fee
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Professional English speaking guide
- Lunch (cooked by yourself at a local family’s home)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities (Recommend for excellent service )
- Taxi fee and Private driver ( If option “ Tour only” is selected)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities (Recommend for excellent service )
- Taxi fee and Private driver ( If option “ Tour only” is selected)
During this private 4-hour tour, you will spend a quality time in learning Chinese calligraphy and how to make dumplings in Beijing style. In addition, you will walk through Hutongs (old Beijing neighborhood) and local market where you can experience the real local life in Beijing. Tasty family dumpling lunch, calligraphy class fee, private guide are…
During this private 4-hour tour, you will spend a quality time in learning Chinese calligraphy and how to make dumplings in Beijing style. In addition, you will walk through Hutongs (old Beijing neighborhood) and local market where you can experience the real local life in Beijing. Tasty family dumpling lunch, calligraphy class fee, private guide are all inclusive. 2 Different options can be chosen based on your situation .
- Please provide the tour operator with your special requests at “special requirement”, your tour operator will also contact you just in case
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.