Top China Classes & Workshops

Tea is an integral part of Hong Kong’s culture. Learn to taste and pair high-quality teas with different foods during a tea workshop that lets you sample a range of premium Chinese teas, including green, red, and oolong. Use all of your five senses to explore each tea in a fun and interactive, and get recommendations for other teas you might like.

Take in the impressive grounds and grand buildings at three of Beijing’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites without having to organize a single subway trip or bus ride. Visit the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace in a group, with air-conditioned coach transport provided to and from each destination. Walk through the grand courtyards of the former imperial palace, see where those emperors once worshipped and enjoy the tranquility of their lakeside gardens.

Learn to make Shanghai’s signature dumpling, xiao long bao, in this cooking class in Shanghai. These are called soup dumplings, because they have a broth inside the dumpling itself. Your teacher will be a passionate foodie, who will show you the technique involved. You’ll make some yourself, and cook them two ways. At the end, eat them together, and leave with a full belly and the recipe.

Master the ancient art of making Chinese dumplings during a cooking class that uses organic local pork. Taking a class means that you’ll enjoy undivided attention from your guide, who can offer hands-on advice throughout the experience. Plus, you’ll be able to overcome the language barrier as you shop for ingredients at a local market.

Even if you’ve only got a layover in Beijing, check off one of the true wonders of the world on a visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Choose between a private, transport-only transfer and an all-inclusive package with English-speaking guide, local lunch, entrance fees, and tickets to the toboggan and/or the cable car.

Take advantage of a long layover at the Beijing airport and spend the time visiting the Great Wall on this half-day tour. Get picked up at the airport or a nearby hotel and head to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall to explore. This area features a cable car, chairlift, and a popular toboggan ride.

Explore the picturesque Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China with this private tour from Beijing. Your English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel lobby and take you out to this remote section of the Great Wall of China, where you'll get to spend a few hours hiking depending on your fitness levels and personal preferences. After visiting the wall, you'll head to a local restaurant for lunch before returning to Beijing.

Make the most of your short time in China with this trip departing direct from Beijing Capital International Airport. The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is quieter. Stretch your legs after a long flight with a walk up to the wall, or save your energy for hiking on the wall itself and take a cable car. Return to Beijing in time for your next flight.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou, Impression Sanjie Liu is a spectacular show performed by a cast of 600 in a natural theater that takes advantage of the surreal karst landscape of Yangshuo. Pre-book your tickets to guarantee your admission to the show, and upgrade to round-trip transfers from Yangshuo county hotels for a seamless experience.

Skip the boredom of a long airport layover and take a round-trip visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall. After your arrival in Beijing, meet up with your private driver at the airport. Relax in comfortable private transportation to the wall, where you enjoy complimentary entrance. There’s no need to pack an extra coat for the excursion, as extras are available upon request.

Soak in the scenery and history of the Great Wall of China at Jinshanling during a day hike with a professional guide. Get away from the crowds as you walk along this 3.7-mile (6-km) section of the Great Wall, passing 15 guard towers while crossing from Jinshanling to Simatai West. Observe the natural beauty of the landscape and the architectural marvels of the Ming Dynasty-era wall during your hike, which takes approximately four hours to complete. Includes round-trip transportation from Beijing, guide, and entrance fees.

With a maximum of six travelers for intimacy and speed, small-group travel doesn’t get much smaller than this door-to-door tour. Say goodbye to long lines with VIP access to the Forbidden City and the Great Wall at Mutianyu; explore the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace; checkoff Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, and the Beijing National Stadium; and enjoy two delicious lunches. Upgrade to add an evening Acrobat Show.

Arrange for a stress-free start to your cruise with this private transfer from your Beijing hotel to Tianjin Xingang International Home port. Simply meet your driver at your accommodation, and then relax on the journey to the cruise terminal in a private vehicle.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Capital International Airport or Beijing Nanyuan Airport, and relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence in Beijing. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Take a break from busy Beijing for a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China, one of the world’s most famous monuments. Hike the section of the Great Wall from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded section of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the hike, have lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to Beijing Railway Station, Beijing South Railway Station or Beijing West Railway Station with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your hotel or private residence, and relax on the journey to the train station in a sedan or minivan (depending on the size of your group).

Hike the Great Wall of China, a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site, from Jinshanling to Simatai, with your private English speaking guide.You’ll have the ease of private transport to avoid any hustle of trying to organize this tour yourself. Transfers to and from your hotel in Beijing, tools,parking fee, and bottled water are included. Start early to beat the crowd and enjoy the hike!

Visit the Great Wall on this tour from Beijing with a private driver. Get picked up at your hotel and travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a less crowded section. Explore independently and hike along the wall to see its many panoramic views at your own pace. Optional extras include a cable car ride and toboggan ride. Customize the start time of this private tour to suit your schedule.

Come visit one of the new seven wonders of the world on this full-day sunset tour to the Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling, including round-trip transport from Beijing and lunch. Journey to the Great Wall at Gubeikou, and then watch the sunset from the wall at Jinshanling before returning to your hotel.

Shop until you drop while in Beijing, accompanied by an expert guide who takes you to the best spots to find the items you want during your private 6-hour tour. No need to worry about transportation or other logistics, simply tell your guide where you’d like to go and store your purchases in your private vehicle. Your guide can customize the itinerary to your interests, whether you want to shop for clothing, electronics, housewares or other goods. Options include the Hongqiao (Pearl) Market, Liulichang Antique Market (Liulichang Xijie) and Maliandao Tea Market.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Beijing Railway Station, Beijing South Railway Station or Beijing West Railway Station, and then relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence. These private vehicles can accommodate up to nine passengers.

Do full justice to three of Beijing’s must-see sights with a privately guided city sightseeing trip. Check out Tiananmen Square, the immense square at the heart of the city, and explore the highlights of the Forbidden Palace and the Summer Palace on guided walking tours. Lunch, entrance fees, private transport with a guide and driver, and hotel pickup and drop-off all included.

While on layover at Beijing Capital International Airport, let a personal guide show you the highlights around Beijing. Spend time exploring the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Forbidden City. You'll also visit Tiananmen Square and eat a Chinese lunch. Round-trip airport transport by private vehicle is included on this full-day tour.