3-Hour Private Tour of Hutong, Calligraphy Class and Peking Duck

3-Hour Private Tour of Hutong, Calligraphy Class and Peking Duck

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Enjoy a uniquely Chinese cultural experience by joining a calligraphy class. Learn about the importance of the form to Chinese culture as your teacher instructs you about ink strokes, brushes, rice paper, and more. Stroll though the authentic Hutong that non tourists touch. Savor a delightful Peking duck cuisine. Get to know China in depth.
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Ages 3-90
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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  • Excellent Calligraphy Teacher
  • 1 hour Calligraphy Class
  • Authentic Hutong walking
  • Peking Duck Meal
  • Bottled water, 1 beer
  • Entry/Admission - Hutong Calligraphy Class&life Awakening Tour
What's not included
  • Gratuities ( recommended)
  • Wine, cocktails and coffee
  • Additional beers
  • Any other expenses that not listed as included


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  • Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, China, Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, 王府井东街8号 邮政编码: 100006
    Hilton Wangfujing Hotel lobby ADD: No.8 Wangfujing Dongjie Dong Cheng District Direction: 1:Taxi to Hilton Wangfujing Hotel 2: Subway Subway Line 8, Get off at Jin Hutong Exit B (金鱼胡同出口B) To the left hand side waking 30 meters, at the 1st traffic light, go across road, walking 100 meters
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 71091P4

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 71091P4

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    • China, Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, 王府井东街8号 邮政编码: 100006
      Hilton Wangfujing Hotel lobby ADD: No.8 Wangfujing Dongjie Dong Cheng District Direction: 1:Taxi to Hilton Wangfujing Hotel 2: Subway Subway Line 8, Get off at Jin Hutong Exit B (金鱼胡同出口B) To the left hand side waking 30 meters, at the 1st traffic light, go across road, walking 100 meters
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      Your friendly Art Teacher will greets you at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing Hotel lobby. Choose between Morning Class or Afternoon Class to suit your schedule. The Hutong Calligraphy Locate in downtown Beijing, Wangfujing area. The Calligraphy class address: No.8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dong Cheng District, Beijing, China. 北京东城区王府井东街8号. This course is not only help you learn Chinese calligraphy, but also the wisdom of Chinese ancients Yin-yang theory to find your inner peace. Enjoy 1.5 hour calligraphy class. Get insight into Chinese culture while practicing Calligraphy with your patient teacher Stroll through the zigzag hutongs that non tourists touch, Learn Chinese Culture and people's daily life. At last, savor an authentic Beijing Style Dumplings. at last, you will be transferred to the subway station or you can choose to stay in downtown Wangfujing area leisurely.
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    • Hutong Calligraphy Class&life Awakening Tour
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      Beijing, China
      Joined in May 2015
    • 830nereaz
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Muy recomendable: aprende caligrafía y cultura milenaria con Richard. Learn calligraphy and ancient culture with Richard
      Highly recommended! The experience was amazing. My uncle and I loved Richard and his calligraphy class. He works with a lot of passion and knowlegde. We enjoyed a lot.
      Written January 18, 2025
    • 830nereaz
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      Muy recomendable: aprende caligrafía y cultura milenaria con Richard. Learn calligraphy and ancient culture with Richard
      My uncle and I loved this experience with the master Richard! Richard was an amazing teacher and person. We enjoyed his passion and his knowledge in this area. I´m not tourist and have lived in Beijing for many years but this was my first experience with this Chinese artist. I would definitely recommend this class. Muy interesante tanto la parte práctica como la teórica del aprendizaje de la caligrafía china. Su lema también es muy profundo: One Heart One World. Y recomiendo también sus indicaciones sobre el contacto con el pincel: "Let the brush flow like water"
      Written January 18, 2025
    • nickandbecky
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not just for tourists... great for expats/locals too!
      My friends and I loved every minute of this experience with Richard! Richard was an amazing teacher. His patience and passion made the whole morning such a wonderful and relaxing experience. We were shocked to look at our phones and realize that 1.5 hours had passed in what felt like a blink. We are not tourists and have lived in Beijing for many years but this was our first experience with this Chinese art form. I would definitely recommend this class for tourists OR expats/locals. You definitely won't be disappointed!
      Written January 15, 2025
    • M2024JDannm
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A must-do activity!
      What an amazing experience! We had lots of time to practice and Richard was so helpful with his advice. The end result is lovely and a great keepsake ☺️
      Written January 7, 2025
    • Luffy_Dono
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful experience
      Richard is a very good teacher, He introduce me in the world of calligraphy and i have a wonderful experience, enjoy guyys
      Written January 2, 2025
    • jacoj320
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent way to learn the art of Chinese Calligraphy
      Had a really good time learning the art of Chinese Calligraphy. Richard is an excellent teacher. I would highly recommend anyone wanting to learn a little more about the Chinese culture to come and experience the art of learning Chinese Calligraphy.
      Written December 18, 2024
    • YaoLim
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      5/5 Exceptional!
      Richard is a phenomenal calligraphy instructor! His patience, expertise, and passion made our family's lesson an unforgettable experience. With clear guidance, Richard helped me and my family master intricate strokes and techniques. His enthusiasm for calligraphy is contagious, making the session engaging and fun. Highly recommend Richard for anyone seeking a unique cultural experience!
      Written December 13, 2024
    • lorenzodN5527CP
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great calligraphy in Beijing
      Richard is a great teacher! Good value for money. He is really Patient and Shopping Exactly and the history Behind everything. Before taking a final calligraphy, there’s a lot of practice.
      Written November 28, 2024
    • R5977OMchristinah
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      Wonderful and calm experience
      This was a wonderful experience! Richard was a very kind teacher and it was very nice to get to know him and listen to him!!
      Written November 10, 2024
    • laurenbJ7220HM
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Peaceful and lovely experience
      Richard was amazing! Very encouraging and patient. I had the best time and it was a highlight of my trip to Beijing! He is a very kind teacher and it was such a peaceful experience drinking tea and painting, I loved every minute of it, if I was staying longer I would love to do it again. I would 100% recommend to anyone visiting Beijing! Such a great thing to experience!!
      Written November 9, 2024
    • agn r
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience. Really enjoyable
      The class was great. I really enjoyed learning about Chinese calligraphy and practicing. The teacher was lovely and the whole experience was worth a try when in Beijing. Would definitely recommend.
      Written November 5, 2024
    • elysiapandapgh
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not an experience to miss! A unique class with the best instructor.
      What a meaningful way to spend my time in Beijing. By far THE BEST part of my trip!! In just an hour I felt more at peace with myself and learned the foundations of calligraphy. This class was perfect for beginners like myself. The instructor, Richard, was such a harmonious and kind being. He was very knowledgeable and just spending the time with him alone was well worth the class. The class was set in a very safe, quiet and clean environment. Its location was central to many other cultural sites and activities. NOT AN EXPERIENCE TO MISS :) A MUST FOR YOUR NEXT VISIT TO BEIJING.
      Written October 27, 2024
    • jeangrey777
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Calming and enjoyable experience
      老师 was very patient and encouraging with my young daughter - thank you for your gifts and reminder that each of us is unique, and the importance of humility and kindness in all that we do! We enjoyed ourselves in our calligraphy class, and regret that we didn’t have time for the painting class. It’ll have to be next time! Do note that the class was not in a hutong, but in a calm and peaceful bookstore.
      Written October 24, 2024
    • paulhK2394VM
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      1 of a kind experience
      We had the most amazing experience. I would 100% recommend to all my friends and family. A great teacher and very kind individual! I am sure anyone else who books this experience has the same pleasure and excitement that we did.
      Written October 15, 2024
    • SpencerP128
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      Great experience!
      Richard was amazing! We had a very enlightening conversation about buddhism at first, and then a 1.5 hr class with just us two. We were late (our fault) and he just adjusted our start time, super flexible. Richard is such a natural teacher, it was a very peaceful experience. I would definitely do it again.
      Written August 24, 2024
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