Beijing Old Street A Blend of Crafts, Cuisine and Opera Culture
What makes this trip unique is its well - planned compact itinerary, allowing travelers to fully explore Beijing in a day and suiting all ages. At Qianmen Street, travelers can experience traditional crafts and savor local snacks. The Beijing Opera show at the teahouse offers an immersive cultural experience.
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Beijing Old Street A Blend of Crafts, Cuisine and Opera Culture
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What's included in Beijing Old Street A Blend of Crafts, Cuisine and Opera Culture
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Qianmen Main Street Mall
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Cultural Experience Activity Once we arrive at Qianmen Street, you'll get to engage in one of the following unique cultural activities: Option 1: At Guangyu Yuan, you can have an interesting experience related to traditional Chinese medicine, either making herbal sachets or sampling their delicious hawthorn pills. Option 2: Head to Wuyutai for a delightful matcha experience, where you'll learn about the art of making matcha tea and taste some matcha-flavored treats. Option 3: At Ruifuxiang, take part in a hands-on session of making Pankou, the traditional Chinese clothing fasteners, and discover the craftsmanship behind them. Option 4: Step into Rongbaozhai to explore the Four Treasures of the Study and try your hand at woodblock watercolor printing, delving into the world of traditional Chinese art. Option 5: Visit Du Yichu to partake in making the famous Shaomai, learning the techniques and secrets of this classic Beijing delicacy.
Qianmen Main Street Mall
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Snack Hunting on Qianmen Street After the cultural activity, it's time to explore the gastronomic side of Qianmen Street. The area is brimming with stalls and small eateries offering a wide variety of mouthwatering local snacks. You can sample Beijing's iconic fried sauce noodles, crispy deep-fried pastries, savory jianbing (Chinese crepes), or refreshing sour plum juice. Wander around, follow your nose, and discover the hidden gems of Beijing's street food scene. 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Free Time and Relaxation Take a short break and relax after your busy snacking session. You can stroll around Qianmen Street a bit more, do some window shopping, or simply sit down and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this historical street.
Lao She Teahouse
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Beijing Opera Show at the Teahouse Around 7:30 PM, we'll make our way to a traditional teahouse. Here, you'll get to enjoy a captivating Beijing Opera performance. Sit back, sip on a cup of fragrant tea, and let the mesmerizing voices, elaborate costumes, and dramatic gestures of the performers transport you into the rich world of Beijing's traditional performing arts. Immerse yourself in the unique charm and cultural heritage of Beijing Opera, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Inclusions
- 3.Tickets as mentioned
- 2.Private tour guide and transfer for group of 4 pax and above.
- 1.Private Transfer with English or Chinese Speaking driver cum guide.(group of 1-3pax)
- 4.Bottle water
- 1.Optional activities
- 2.Gratuities
- 3.Shopping
- 4.Other not mentioned.
- 5.Meals
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The tour guide will call the guests one day in advance to inform them of the vehicle information, the exact boarding location, and some landmarks, etc.
Meeting / End Points
- The tour guide will call the guests one day in advance to inform them of the vehicle information, the exact boarding location, and some landmarks, etc.
