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LanguagesChinese, Chinese, English
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Beijing Hutong has more than 700 years history. Since Mongolian brought the word "Hutong" to Beijing. The local people have lived in the Hutong for generations to generations. Hutong in Mogolian lungage is "water well", right now it means small alley. This tour will not only take you to explore some old temples in the Hutong, such as Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, and also, you will take the rickshow ride and climb up the Drum Tower. The highlight of the tour will be learning how to make dumplings, watching cricket fighting and eating the authentic local family food in the Hutong house.
What's included
Cricket fighting game
Rickshaw ride
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch
Entrance ticket
Gasline, Parking & Toll fees
Gratuities
Souvenirs
What to expect
Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
1h · Admission ticket included
In the morning, meet your guide upon pickup from your centrally located hotel in Beijing. You're transported by private vehicle to the first stop, Lama Temple, one of the most revered Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the world. The original prince's palace was converted to a temple in the 18th century and blends both Han and Tibetan styles of architecture.
View the world's largest wooden Buddha statue.
Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
1h · Admission ticket included
Confucius Temple, built to pay tribute to Confucius during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Venture inside the temple complex to find more than 100 ancient trees and 198 steles.
Hutong Tour
2h · Admission ticket included
Board a rickshaw for a ride through the hutongs. While you weave through the ancient alleys, your guide points out numerous traditional-style gates and shops. On arrival at a local family's home, take part in a cooking demo and learn to make Chinese dumplings. Watch a game of cricket fighting and eat a home-style meal for lunch.
Bell and Drum Towers
1h · Admission ticket included
Afternoon, you can climb up the Drum Tower for a panoramic view of the old Beijing-Shichahai area. Then walk to Yandaixiejie Hutong, an age-old lane dating to the Yuan Dynasty of the 13th and 14th century,
Yandai Xie Street
30m
Then walk to Yandaixiejie Hutong, an age-old lane dating to the Yuan Dynasty of the 13th and 14th century.
Shichahai Scenic Resort
30m
Tour will ending at Houhai(Shichahai ) Lake. Conclude your private tour with transport back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
You will pickup in your city center hotel
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
