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Ride and Craft Old Beijing Adventure

By Ocean Express International Travel Agency (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Free cancellation available
The previous price was £138 and current price is £110 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Take a unique tour on the sightseeing tram, the only tourist vehicle allowed to pass through Chang’an Street. Ride along the iconic street and enjoy stunning views of Beijing’s classic landmarks.
Professional English tour guides will accompany you throughout the trip, introducing local history and culture clearly. While travelling, you can also experience rich traditional Chinese culture and intangible cultural heritage workshop of making Chinese kite.
Combine city sightseeing with cultural exploration. This comfortable and distinctive journey lets you fully feel the charm of ancient and modern Beijing. Come and start your wonderful cultural trip now

Activity location

  • Shichahai Scenic Resort
    • Yangfang Lane, Xicheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Peninsula Beijing
    • 8 Jin Yu Hu Tong
    • 100006, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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Ride and Craft Old Beijing Adventure

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 09:30
Price details
£137.81
£110.25 x 1 Adult£110.25
Total
The previous price was £137.81 and current price is £110.25
20% off
Until Sun, 7 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and other personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) (Pass by)

Located in the centre of Beijing, it is the largest city square in the world. As the vital political and cultural symbol of China, it is surrounded by numerous famous buildings. It carries profound historical meaning and fully displays the solemn demeanour of the country.

Chang'an Avenue (Pass by)

It is the most renowned main road in Beijing, running through the city centre. Regarded as China’s most famous avenue, it witnesses important national activities all year round. Ancient architectures and modern high-rises stand along the road, perfectly combining time-honored history and fashionable urban vitality.

Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang) (Pass by)

This magnificent building stands on the west side of Tian’anmen Square. It serves as the major venue for important national conferences and diplomatic receptions. The architectural style integrates classic Chinese design and modern construction techniques. Grand halls and exquisite art decorations inside show splendid national culture.

National Museum Of China (Pass by)

It ranks among China’s largest comprehensive museums. A huge number of precious cultural relics are collected here, recording thousands of years of Chinese civilisation. Exhibits cover ancient artefacts and modern achievements, helping visitors learn about the long history and brilliant culture of the nation.

Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang) (Pass by)

Built to commemorate the great leader, the memorial hall features solemn and elegant appearance. People come here from all over the country to pay sincere respect. It is an important revolutionary landmark, bearing people’s deep memory and eternal reverence for the founding leader.

Xinhuamen (Pass by)

As the famous symbolic gate in central Beijing, it boasts classic red wall and golden roof. Bearing meaningful inscriptions, it represents the core political landmark of the country. Simple and grand in style, it stands quietly and witnesses the development and changes of the capital city.

Forbidden City (Pass by)

Once the royal palace of Ming and Qing dynasties, it is a world-famous imperial architectural complex. Countless palaces, corridors and courtyards follow neat symmetrical layout. Luxurious design and delicate carving arts reflect ancient royal culture, and it is honoured as world cultural heritage.

Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan) (Pass by)

It is a classic ancient imperial garden with a long history. Centred on the wide lake, it is dotted with pagodas, pavilions and rockeries. Natural landscapes and man-made scenery blend harmoniously. The scenic spot presents the unique charm and artistic conception of traditional Chinese gardens.

Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan) (Pass by)

Situated north of the Forbidden City, it is a well-known royal garden built on artificial hills. Standing on the hilltop, visitors can overlook the whole view of the Forbidden City and city centre Beijing. Old trees and ancient buildings create a quiet and strong historical atmosphere.

Bell and Drum Towers (Pass by)

Constructed in ancient times for time telling, they are typical old Beijing buildings. Huge bells and drums once marked the time of daily life. Surrounded by old hutongs, the towers carry authentic folk customs and show the original local style of old Beijing city.

Shichahai Scenic Resort

  • 2h
Shichahai is a picturesque scenic area with serene lakes and ancient courtyard buildings. It features classic hutong views and rich old Beijing folk culture, presenting unique local charm. During the tour, you can enjoy unique intangible cultural heritage experiences. We will learn to make traditional Chinese kites by hand. It is a wonderful chance to feel the wisdom and charm of traditional folk art.

Location

Activity location

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    Shichahai Scenic Resort
    • Yangfang Lane, Xicheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    The Peninsula Beijing
    • 8 Jin Yu Hu Tong
    • 100006, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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