4-Hour Private Beijing Hutong Bike Tour with Dumpling Lunch
At a glance
4-Hour Private Beijing Hutong Bike Tour with Dumpling Lunch is a 4h private experience in Beijing, China, operated by Sunflower Tours China. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $199 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Dumplings Lunch, Entrance fees to Drum Tower, Taxi & subway fare (Within 3rd Ring Road).
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
There’s no better way to discover traditional Beijing life in authentic “hutong” neighborhoods than with a private guide. This door-to-door private bike tour combines the well-known attractions with less-visited lanes where locals still go about their daily lives. Besides Nanluoguxiang, Back Lakes, and Yandai Xie Street, see a drum show at the Drum Tower, enjoy a dumpling lunch, and visit some newly renovated “hutong” beside the Grand Canal. Pedal the “hutong” neighborhoods of downtown Beijing with a private guide Relax with round-trip door-to-door private car transfers from your hotel Savor a traditional dumpling lunch at a typical “hutong” eatery Catch the drum show at the Drum Tower and shop for souvenirs
What's included
What's included
- Dumplings Lunch
- Entrance fees to Drum Tower
- Taxi & subway fare (Within 3rd Ring Road)
- Helmet (No Bike included)
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
- Bike (guests use Your own WeChat to scan the Mobike)
- Taxi fare at your own expense (Outside of 3rd Ring Road)
- Street Food Tasting (at your own expense)
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Meet up your friendly private tour guide at 9:00am or 2:00pm in your hotel lobby, and your will be transffered to the Hutong. Get on your bike and ride through many authentic Hutongs where the local lives non tourists touch. This area of Beijing contains some of the most extensive old hutong neighborhood and the three lakes of Xihai, Houhai and Qianhai. The most hippy area for people enjoy the nightlife.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Beijing's oldest commercial street, It is lined in traditional-style stone buildings that house charming souvenir and handicraft shops
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Stop 3 · 20m
Fabulous lake view with lively hutongs, restaurant, bars and cafes.
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Stop 4 · 20m
People also call it money bridge as it was designed as Chinese ancient Ingot. The most busy bridge in Hutong area. always with great atmosphere day and night. the transition from day to night vibe is interesting itself.
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Stop 5 · 20m
Then, go up 69 stairs to the Drum Tower to watch drum show, soak up the stunning views of Beijing
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Stop 6 · 20m
Savor a delightful Beijing potstickers feast . An old hutongs with local residence, fruits shops,restaurants, a few less known hidden bars and cafes. The famous Orchid Hotel locate in this hutong.
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Stop 7 · 20m
Then ride through the lively Nanluoguxiang and enjoy interesting Beijing Narrow Hutongs such as Yu'er Hutong,Mao'er Hutong and Baochao Hutong. There are tons of boutique stores, snacks along the way. please feel free to get all your goodies.
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Stop 8 · 5m
Get youresef the very best Jasmine Tea, Chrysanthemum Tea , Green Tea or Oolong tea in Beijing People's favorable Wuyutai Tea Shop in the Hutong.
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Stop 9 · 10m
The Last Emperor's empress lived here for a while after Royal family were driven out Forbidden City. A charming Hutong with beautiful courtyard and locust trees. Make a stop at an authentic wet Market and learn winter melon, dragon fruits and local exotic food.
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Stop 10 · 10m
Jinding Bridge means Golden Ingot Bridge in Mandarin. A good spot to enjoy Back Lakes (Houhai)
At the end of the tour, your guide will transfer you back to your lovely hotel.
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A moderate amount of biking is involved
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Dietary restriction and food allergy need to be noticed ahead of the booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the 4-Hour Private Beijing Hutong Bike Tour with Dumpling Lunch take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $199 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Dumplings Lunch; Entrance fees to Drum Tower; Taxi & subway fare (Within 3rd Ring Road); Helmet (No Bike included); Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Beijing.
