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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Experience the best local neighborhood of Beijing on this 2 hour private walking tour which takes you to the Shichahai Lake area. Stroll around the lake which formed since 12th century, gain deep insight into its history and stories behind. Climb to the Drum tower, enjoy a short drum-beaten performance and nice view of the Hutong neighborhood, get to know the locals' everyday lives and explore the Nanluoguxiang allays, where you can shop for your China souvenir.
What's included
One way transfer from hotel to Houhai lake area
Bottled water
Entrance fee to the Drum Tower
Tour Guide
Hotel pickup (For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing city)
Hotel drop off
Gratuities
What to expect
Shichahai Scenic Resort
30m
Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your Beijing downtown hotel, then travel by private car to the Houhai lake area to start today's adventure!
Stroll along the Shichahai Lake, a sense of its history inevitably hits you. Composed of three man-made lakes, Qianhai ("Front Sea" Lake), Houhai ("Rear Sea" Lake) and the lesser-known Xihai ("West Sea" Lake) once formed part of a system of waterways that fed into the Imperial Capital. Lean many stories while walking, which will further enhance your understanding of Chinese culture. Enjoy some folk activities around, such as fishing, swimming, boating, rowing, playing chess, dancing and singing.
Feel free to ask questions if you have.
20m
Next, explore the Yandaixiejie street which is the oldest business street in Beijing with a history of about 800 years. The 232m Yandaixie Street today is lined with all kinds of shops, bars, cafes, and restaurants where you can buy local souvenirs, witness traditional Chinese handcrafts, and grab a drink.
Bell and Drum Towers
30m · Admission ticket included
Move on to the magnificent Drum and Bell Towers which functioned as important timepieces of the Imperial Capital from as early as the 12th century. Climb up to the Drum Tower, watch an interesting drum beaten performance, enjoy nice views over the Beijing's traditional Hutong neighborhood.
Nanluoguxiang
30m
Continue to explore the Nanluoguxiang Allay which is renowned for its long history, Hutong culture, specialty stores, and distinctive foods.
After the tour finishes, you can choose to stay and explore on your own, or your tour guide will help you to find a taxi at your own cost to your next destination.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Your tour guide will pick you up in your Beijing city hotels lobby by holding your name sign, please provide your hotel information when make booking
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
