Calligraphy Lessons

Flex your creative muscles and try your hand at this ancient form of traditional Chinese art. Destination China can provide each guest with a Chinese name and they can learn to write their “given Chinese name” in a calligraphy class.

Beijing Acrobatic Night Show

There won't be a dull moment in this "award-winning, death-defying" high flying acrobatic show. Thrilling for young and old, everyone can appreciate these artists and their amazing stunts and theatrics.

Peking Roasted Duck Dinner

Arguably the most famous and sought after dish for visitors to China and particularly Beijing. This exquisite dish was part of the Imperial Cuisine in ancient days and some restaurants’ head Chefs can trace their lineage back to that era. Not only is it delicious, there is art and theatre in the carving (3-4 years of training) and in the making of the classic “Peking Duck Pancake”.

Simatai Great Wall & Gubei Water Town

Visit this picturesque town with its flowing canals and classic hutongs, then head up in a cable car to explore the preserved ruins of the Simatai Great Wall, one of the most accessible sections with limited restoration. This is also a great place for an overnight stay or an event on this section of the Great Wall.

Helicopter VIP tour at Mutianyu Great Wall

It is one thing to walk along the Great Wall, but quite another to see its unaltered sections from the sky. This helicopter tour gives you the perfect birds-eye view of the Mutianyu Wall snaking over the lush mountains below. Click here for video

A Shaolin Monk Show

These warrior monks have been perfecting the art of Wushu for over a thousand years. Jackie Chan was a student of the Shaolin monks, and his martial arts skills have thrilled audiences worldwide. The Shaolin monks’ acrobatic skills and strength will leave your guests speechless as they flip and fight in a breathtaking performance.

Private Market Tour

Xiushui (Silk Markets), Hongqiao (Pearl Markets) & Panjiayuan (Dirt Markets). Whether or not you're a local, you can still shop like one. Under the tutelage of a private guide, you can navigate your way through the markets and bargain with the best of them.

Beijing Craft Beer & BBQ Walking Tour

For fans of craft beers and local fare, this is a great way to explore Beijing's smaller bars and breweries. Walking with a local guide explore the city’s Hutongs and soak in the history of these traditional neighborhoods and along the way try spicy chuan’r kebabs and other tasty treats with some choice craft beers.

Taikoo Li Sanlitun, Solana, Wangfujing & Parkview Green

If you want to shop till you drop, these are some of the most renowned areas for shopping in Beijing. Accompanied by a local guide, you'll get the deals you deserve. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to enjoy a coffee, Chinese tea or snack along the way.

Beijing Historical Tour of the Summer Palace, Lama Temple and Panda Garden

Beijing's rich cultural heritage manifests itself in many incredible landmarks across the city. On this day immerse yourself in this rich tapestry as you visit some of the city’s most significant sites. The expansive lake and Chinese gardens of the Summer Palace, listen to the monks chanting in the Lama Temple ("Yonghegong") and finally visit the classical Beijing Zoo which houses a significant Panda research center and the Panda Gardens.