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Peking Duck & Beyond:Exploring the Best Eats in Beijing's Hutongs

Location Beijing, Northern China, China
$88.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Embark on a culinary adventure through the historic hutongs of Beijing, where traditional flavors and a vibrant street food culture collide. Begin your journey with the iconic Peking duck, a crispy and succulent dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Pair this delectable meal with Baijiu, a potent Chinese liquor that perfectly complements the bold flavors of your dishes.

Next, immerse yourself in a sizzling hotpot filled with an array of fresh meats, vegetables, and a flavorful broth that will warm you from the inside out. The combination of beer and hotpot is a match made in culinary heaven. Along the way, sample different street foods that will delight your palate.

Conclude your culinary exploration with Yunnan Style food, where you can savor rice noodles, fried dumplings, and spicy tofu skewers paired with rice wine. When booking, you have the option to join a small group tour with a maximum of 12 participants or opt for a private tour with hotel pick-up & round-trip transfer.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Small Group Tour
A small group tour with maximum 12 people, please travel to the meeting point on your own.
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Private tour just for you and your party
  • Peking duck
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup(For Hotels Within the 3rd ring road of Beijing)
  • Transportation fee to the Hutong
  • Food tasting (15+ different food tasting)
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Gratuities

  • Dongsi Hutong
    Our journey begins in the heart of Beijing's cultural heritage - the Dongsi Hutongs. As we stroll through these narrow alleys, flanked by traditional courtyard houses, you'll be transported back in time. Here, our guide will not only introduce you to the long - standing history of the hutongs but also give you a sneak peek into the unique Chinese food culture. Our first stop on this food - filled journey is the Peking Duck Restaurant. Peking duck has a long and glorious history, famed far and wide for its crispy skin and tender meat. Once we're inside, you'll have the privilege of watching a skilled chef perform a live duck - carving show right in front of you. It's truly an art to see how they present the perfectly roasted duck. Paired with the well - known local liquor, Erguotou, it forms a classic symbol of Beijing. Our guide will sharing insights on the proper way to savor Peking Duck and helping you choose other signature Beijing dishes to complement your meal.
  • LongFuSi Jie
    Our next destination is the Mongolian Hot Pot Restaurant. Legend has it that it originated in the royal courts and later became a favorite among the general public. The hot pot features a copper pot with a charcoal - fired center, keeping the broth simmering steadily. The main ingredient is fresh, thinly sliced mutton, but there are also options like beef, chicken, and a wide array of fresh vegetables and mushrooms. The dipping sauce, a blend of fermented bean curd, sesame paste, and a bit of chili oil for the spicy lovers, is a crucial part of the experience. And of course, cold beer is the perfect accompaniment to this sumptuous meal. As we make our way between these wonderful dining spots, we'll also take the time to sample some local street snacks. Such as Tanghulu, candied fruits on a stick. Jianbing, a savory pancake. And Huguo Temple snack set, which offers a taste of traditional Beijing snacks like Lvdagun, aiwowo, Jiaoquan, and more.
  • Our final dining stop is the Yunnan - style Restaurant, hidden away in the hutongs. The star of the show here is the cross - bridge rice noodles, with its rich and flavorful broth accompanied by various fresh ingredients. There are also other specialties such as roasted tofu, fried lotus root cakes, pickled cabbage stir - fried with sweet dumplings, and more. To top off this amazing food - tasting journey, the sweet and mellow rice wine provides the perfect ending. For those who have booked a private - car tour, once this wonderful food - tasting journey comes to an end, the driver will safely take you back to your hotel. This ensures a convenient and comfortable conclusion to your adventure, allowing you to relax and recall all the delicious flavors you've experienced today.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Children 1-4 years old are free
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Peking Duck & Beyond:Exploring the Best Eats in Beijing's Hutongs

    Location Beijing, Northern China, China
    $88.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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