Private Hutong Culture Tour with Dumpling Cooking Class and Cricket Fighting Game
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Beijing's historic Hutong neighborhoods
- Learn traditional dumpling-making techniques
- Experience a unique cricket fighting game
- Engage with local culture and traditions
- Enjoy a personalized private tour experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Beijing's historic Hutong neighborhoods
- Hands-on dumpling cooking class with a local chef
- Engaging cricket fighting game experience
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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,
Then walk to Yandaixiejie Hutong, an age-old lane dating to the Yuan Dynasty of the 13th and 14th century.
Tour will ending at Houhai(Shichahai ) Lake. Conclude your private tour with transport back to your hotel.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
- Cricket fighting is a traditional activity; approach with an open mind.
- Private tours are tailored to your preferences; communicate any special requests in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque Hutong streets.
- Ensure you have a basic understanding of dumpling preparation for the class.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- 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
Traveler reviews
Must do this exact tour when in Beijing
This tour was the highlight of our China trip. The local family were so lovely and the dumpling making was brilliant. Martin who does the cricket fighting show is highly entertaining and so interesting. It’s a great day out with a mix of temples, local off the track sights and interesting facts. Lucy was our guide, she was brilliant. This tour is worth every cent particularly how much food the local family make you, and they will even give you a beer! Brilliant day.
This is my second time to Beijing and this is an ABSOLUTE must!!!!
We had Lucy as our guide, she was excellent. So informative and also very easy to get along with and so helpful. She’s actually the best tour guide we have ever had. The tour itself was awesome. The highlight was making dumplings with a local family and the cricket fighting. It was so unique to get away from all the other tourists and travellers and spend time with a local family. And the dumpling making was SO fun. After the dumplings the local family made us the most delicious lunch, there is so much food so you can skip breakfast that morning! Martin who does the cricket fighting part is hilarious, so entertaining. This is a must do tour when in Beijing. Make sure you ask for Lucy as your guide, you won’t be disappointed.
Great way to spend a day in Beijing
I was traveling for work with two colleagues and we had one day for some exploration. What a great tour- a perfect mix of cultural sights and some adventures in the Hutong area. Lots of walking which was a really nice way to see many things without the dreaded traffic or a bus!! Our tour guide, Angel, was wonderful- Fun, knowledgeable, organized. It was a perfect day!!
Jerry was our personal guide for a day and a half around Bejing
Jerry was extremely accommodating to our needs and knowledgeable about the places we went and what we were experiencing. We enjoyed our time with him.
Lily was our guide and we have a...
<p>Lily was our guide and we have a fantastic time with her from the time we met her ..making the dumplings were just awesome food was great highly recommend this trip ..:</p>