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Tour Style:
It is an authentic night tour in Beijing that featured with the culture of Chinese Shadow Play, which is an ancient Chinese traditional folk art and old Beijingers call the "donkey shadow shadow". Join in this tour, it provides a chance to let you enjoy Chinese Shadow Play performanced by the professional master as well as learn how to make/performance the shadow papper behind the screen. After that, head to the Houhai Lake for a leisure night walking tour with your tour guide to get a feeling of local lifestyle.
Duration: 4 hours
Attractions(Cities):
shadow play show, Houhai Lake
Pick-up point:
Beijing train station or Beijing downtown hotel
Finishing point:
Beijing train station or Beijing downtown hotel
Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry)
Payment Types:
Cash, Wire, Paypal, WesternUnion, Wechat, Alipay
Available: Daily
Overview:
Chinese shadow puppet show (play), also called Piying Show or Piying Xi
in Chinese language, is a traditional folk art, the origin of which can
be traced back to the Western Han Dynasty (206BC - 25 AD). With puppet
silhouettes made out of cow's leather or donkey hide, the shadow show
figures of the Guanzhong area of Shaanxi Province are the most
representative in China, which are modeled on the stone relief patterns
of the Han Dynasty, the academic-style painting of the Song Dynasty
(960-1279AD) and folk paper-cuts. Today, Guanzhong shadow play figures
are very popular with collectors and as home decorations. And most
tourists who visit Beijing, Xian, Shaanxi are always willing to buy them as
souvenir. Shadow Play is an ancient Chinese
traditional folk art, which old Beijingers call the "donkey shadow
shadow". In 2011, Shadow Play was selected to be part of the Chinese
Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Pick up service is arranged at your hotel lobby/apartment around 7:00pm, our Beijing local guide will meet you with a signage "Beijing Private Tour". Starts your Beijing cultural tour with Shadow puppet show.
Drive you to Sichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel in Beijing. Indulge your inner child and experience the traditional Chinese art of
shadow play! Shadow dramas were one of the types of puppet theater that
were popular in China before the modern era. Even in rough military
camps or in primitive villages, the people could entertain themselves by
moving figures against a screen or sheet illuminated by a lamp. Located
in the historical Hutong area at the heart of Beijing, the quirky
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel offers shadow art performances
three nights a week for audiences all ages.
This speciftic show already has 19 years history, the play incorporates a classic traditional
repertoire as there are traditional and modern performance techniques
for show. The Play contains two acts and will last about 30 minutes in
total. Learn more about the shadow play at the end of the show where you
can go to the back to see how it is performed and where you will also
be available to learn from the shadow master.
By the way, you can also participate in the shadow painting painting course (optional), the shadow master will explain the cultural background of the shadow play, teach you shadow shadow play skills, and assist with you to color the materials into your own original work of art. Shadow play show begins every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 20:00 pm and lasts half an hour. Shadow play show and coloring class after the show lasts one hour and a half.
After shadow play show, our guide will take you walk around Shichahai Area. Appreciating the lakeview of Shichahai at night. Shichahai embraces unique and exquisite scenery. In recent years, many bars, courtyard-style private kitchens and hotels have sprung up like mushrooms, adding more fashionable elements to the scenic spot. With the honor of "a piece of fashionable land adjacent to Zhongnanhai", Shichahai is hailed as one of five most beautiful urban areas in China.
After the tour, you will be taken back to your hotel or drop off at Beijing train station.
Price Per Person in US Dollars
Duration：7 - 8 hours
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Tour Style：Immerse yourself in the Historic city of Beijing during a full-day tour of the city’s most significant historical sites: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Tian’anmen Square and the Summer Palace. The four sightseeing spots provide great insight into the palace life and the imperial court ceremonials of more than 600 years ago. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel/Airport/Train station is included. It is an ideal trip during your stort stay in Beijing!
Duration：5 Days, 4 Night
Attractions(Cities)：Mutianyu great wall, Sanlitun, Morning market, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven, Nanluoguxiang Hutong
Tour Style：The overall style of the itinerary embodies an immersive journey through Beijing's imperial history and rich cultural tapestry. Each day offers a blend of iconic sightseeing experiences, such as exploring historic landmarks like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, with opportunities for cultural immersion, including traditional activities like kite flying, Tai Chi, and hutong exploration. The itinerary strikes a balance between historical exploration and authentic cultural encounters, providing travelers with a comprehensive and enriching experience of Beijing's vibrant heritage.
Duration：5 Days, 4 Nights
Attractions(Cities)：Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Mutianyu Great Wall , Summer Palace, Beijing Universal Studios, Gubei Water Town, Simatai Great Wall
Tour Style：Perfect for first-time visitors, this in-depth, multi-day tour hits all the highlights of Beijing, from the Forbidden City to the Great Wall of China. With a private guide to take care of the details, you can focus on exploring Beijing history, culture, wildlife, and cuisine, hassle-free. Flexible tour with a choice to enjoy the evening show: Kungfu or acrobatic, eat an authentic Chinese delicacy – Peking duck or old Beijing Hot Pot to enhance the tour experience.
Duration：2 Days, 1 Night
Attractions(Cities)：Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Tian'anmen Square, Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace, Nanluoguxiang Hutong, Optional activities: Legend of Kung Fu Show; Peking duck Dinner
Tour Style：Join an expert guide for a private tour of Beijing’s most fascinating destinations and UNESCO Sites, from the Forbidden City to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Take the stress out of planning transport by having hotel/Airport/Train station pickup and drop-off included. Flexible tour with a choice to enjoy an evening show or eat an authentic Chinese delicacy – Peking duck to enhance the tour experience.
Duration：7 Days, 6 Nights
Attractions(Cities)：Beijing, Xian
Tour Style：Spend a week in China to explore the ancient capital Beijing & Xian by high speed train, one of the best Beijing Xian tours as well as popular china high speed train tour. Both are the must-visit city in China with lots of historical, cultural relics; It is a fine-designed tour for time-limited tourists who are interested in culture and history. Meets different people's needs with the flexible and comfortable pace. Experience the most comfortable high speed train ride from Beijing to Xian. An all-inclusive pacakge covers the transfer, guide,meals,hotels,train tickets and the entrance for the sightseeing sites in Beijing and Xian!
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