Beijing Hutongs Tour

Beijing Traditional Courtyard Residences Alleys Tour - Half Day

Beijing Hutongs Tour
Chinese cultural history

Hutong tours started a decade ago. Today, there are three major Hutong routes scattered over the east, west and Xuanwu district of Beijing, where the government has centralised the tour companies to handle tourists.

Beijing's hutongs, lanes or alleys formed by lines of siheyuan (a compound with houses around a courtyard) where old Beijing residents live, witness the vicissitude of the city.

The word "hutong" originates from the word "hottog" which means "well" in Mongolian. Villagers dig out a well and inhabited there. Hutong means a lane or alley, in fact the passage formed by lines of siheyuan (a compound with houses around a courtyard) where old Beijing residents live. Be care not to get lost in it! It was recorded that in the Yuan a 36-meter-wide blind hutongs cul-de-sacs. The gray-tiled houses and deep alleys crossing with each other in identical appearance like a maze, you will find it much fun to walk through but be care not to lost yourself. 

Tour Details

Duration Approx

4 hours (Exclude Meal, Include Transfer)

Starting/Ending Point

Actual pick up time/place will be given at the time of reservation.

Remarks

Below rates based English or German speaking guide, surcharge for French, Spanish, Russian or Italian speaking guide at USD45 per guide per day.

Includes

• All transfers and tours in private vehicle with English-speaking local guide.
• All entrance fees for sightseeing and visit as mentioned in the itinerary.

Excludes

• Personal expenses such as drinks, tips, insurance etc.
• Other service not mentioned on this program.

Prices

09/11/09 - 31/10/10
Half Day Hutong incl transfer(PEK17)
Rates per person in US Dollar
Private Groups Price
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  • The itinerary and timing are approximate and may be modified without notice.
  • Exclude Meal
  • Child policy: Child under 02-12years: 50% discount, Less than 02 years : 10 discount.
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