Highlights
- Drum & Bell Towers VIEWS
- Shichahai,Fire God Temple, Nanluoguxian
- Jasmine Roast Peking Duck Meal
- Lunch or dinner included
- Old Hutong tour, Snacks
Description
This tour is tailor-made for your first impression of Beijing, blending the city’s iconic Hutong culture and world-famous culinary delight—all starting conveniently from your hotel, no navigation hassle at all!
Kick off your adventure with a 1-hour visit to the Drum and Bell Towers, the historic symbols of old Beijing and the northern end of the city’s central axis. These ancient timekeeping landmarks hold rich imperial history, where you can soak in the grand traditional architecture and feel the pulse of old Beijing’s past.
Next, spend 1.5 hours wandering the picturesque Shichahai Hutongs, a gem of Beijing’s alley culture lined with classic siheyuan courtyards and tranquil lake views. We’ll then walk through the quiet, hidden Hutong alleys to Nanluoguxiang, a famous Hutong street with a history dating back to the Yuan Dynasty.
Explore Nanluoguxiang from south to north for 40 minutes, where you’ll find a wonderful blend of traditional Beijing heritage and trendy boutiques, local snack shops and unique cultural stores—an ideal spot to capture the perfect mix of old and new Beijing.
To cap off this unforgettable Hutong tour, we’ll treat you to Beijing Jasmine Roast Duck, a delicate twist on the classic Peking duck. Savor its crispy skin, succulent meat and the subtle jasmine fragrance, a perfect culinary finale to your first exploration of Beijing’s Hutong culture. This compact tour packs all the essential old Beijing charm, making it your ideal first step into the city’s heart.
Includes
English tour guide service
DiDi transfer
Peking duck lunch or dinner
Tour insurence
Excludes
Rickshaw
Persional cost
Gratuity to the guide
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund