Shichahai & Gulou Sidecar Night Tour

Highlights

• Explore Beijing's historic hutongs on a vintage sidecar night ride
• Enjoy a traditional Chinese game and a modern tea-bar experience
• Learn about the Drum Tower's history and old Beijing's traditions
• Relax at a tea-bar or craft beer venue with a drink of your choice
• Communicate easily with an English speaking guide.

Description

Begin your experience by meeting your guide and hopping on a retro motorcycle sidecar. Ride through the narrow alleys of Beijing, connecting three scenic zones: Shichahai Lake's illuminated waterfront, the iconic Gulou (Drum Tower) along Beijing's central axis, and Beixinqiao's peaceful residential lanes. Listen as your English‑speaking guide shares stories about the Drum Tower's history, the central axis culture, and old Beijing's timekeeping traditions. Stop at Yinding Bridge for lake reflections, Gulou panoramic views, and ancient alley gateways for photo opportunities. Next, step into a private courtyard for an exclusive traditional games experience. Try Pitch‑Pot (Touhu), an ancient Chinese scholar's game that is easy to learn and perfect for group competitions. Then explore the Peking Opera mask photo wall, with simple mask stickers and props for fun, cross‑cultural portraits. Group competitions, mini‑prizes, and optional quick‑edit video services are available. Finally, move to a stylish tea‑bar or craft beer venue that fuses traditional tea culture with modern brews. Choose from floral teas, cold‑brew teas, or local craft beers and tea‑based cocktails – catering to both non‑drinkers and those seeking a light buzz. Relax in cozy seating, enjoy stories about Beijing's nightlife, and capture final nighttime shots by the window overlooking the water or hutongs. Enjoy a smoother travel experience with a guide who can communicate in English making it easier for international travelers to ask questions, understand the itinerary, and enjoy the tour with confidence.

Includes

Pitch-Pot game activity fee Sidecar experience fee English-speaking guide service Tea-bar experience fee

Excludes

Personal expenses Pick-up and drop-off service

Important Information

• Enjoy a smoother travel experience with a guide who can communicate in English making it easier for international travelers to ask questions, understand the itinerary, and enjoy the tour with confidence. We will need your name and passport number for registration and admission. Please also bring the physical passport on the day of tour. Please provide your WhatsApp, WeChat or email after booking so we can contact you easily regarding your reservation details.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund