Top China Classes & Workshops - page 10

Time, energy, love and passion are needed to create an artisan handcraft that make it valuable and unique. Handmade gifts are not just a gift, but an effort of a person who just want to see a smile on the beloved face. This is the way how we love and care.  Spend time with the nature and adopt its simplicity and peace. We promote the use of natural ingredients in high quality for eco-friendly handcrafts with emphasis of environmental awareness and practical function. We formulate the products with no additives and chemical for safe and healthy skins and use.  No special talents are needed in the handcrafts world, but just be passionately curious, which brings original creation, discovery and innovation.

Experience Shanghai authentic private tour of cooking traditonal food of Chinse dumplings and visit the oldest Temple in Shangha for half day with our local guide!

- Delve into the elegance of Chinese culture with a hands-on calligraphy workshop that spans 2 to 3 hours. Start by familiarizing yourself with essential tools like brushes, ink, and paper during a 30-minute introduction. - Then, engage in a one-hour guided session that unveils the history and techniques of Chinese calligraphy and traditional painting. - Finally, unleash your creativity by creating your own ink artworks, applying what you’ve learned in a practical setting. This enriching experience offers a unique glimpse into the beauty of Chinese aesthetics and is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their cultural understanding.

Join this award-winning archery club for an adventure in becoming a Ming Imperial Guard – craft your own weapons, wear royal guard robes & earn your Imperial Token through mastering the martial art of archery.

Immerse yourself in the intricate world of traditional Chinese painting with this engaging workshop. Gain insight into the rich history, philosophy, and techniques that set Chinese art apart from Western styles. Familiarize yourself with essential materials like brushes, ink, and rice paper as you witness a live demonstration showcasing vital techniques such as brush strokes and composition. You'll have the opportunity to practice at your own pace, receiving personalized guidance to refine your skills. Conclude the experience by creating your own piece of art, enriched with symbolic meaning, and take home a unique masterpiece as a lasting memento.

Learn how to make several Chinese dishes during a private half-day cooking class in Shanghai. Your chef-instructor shows you how to make popular snacks such as dumplings and steamed buns with different fillings. Your hands-on lesson covers Chinese culinary traditions and provides step-by-step guidance from the instructor. Top off the class by eating the dishes you helped to prepare.

You'll get a hands-on training from a professional local chef and will learn new cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home.You'll discover our traditions and learn historical tips about our unique cuisine,Vegetarians are welcome. Let me know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions

Embark on a unique, immersive dining experience that captures the essence of Shaoxing rice wine culture. Delight in sampling five distinct flavors, each complemented by seasonal dishes that showcase the rich heritage of this traditional brew. This exclusive tour is an unparalleled exploration of the art of wine and food pairing. Nestled within a historic Tai'an Road abode, the venue offers a harmonious blend of ancient traditions and a contemporary minimalist design.

Craft traditional paper-cut art with masters in Tianzifang's heritage shop, explore artsy alleyways, and savor iconic Shanghainese flavors to cap off your cultural journey! At least two people are required for the tour to proceed. Highlights: - Learn from Heritage Masters: Create your own paper-cut art guided by a decade-old shop's inheritors -Alleyway Art Quest: Wander Tianzifang's retro Shikumen lanes, discovering galleries and indie boutiques - Taste Shanghai's Soul: Explore iconic dishes—soup dumplings, scallion oil noodles, and classic pear candy desserts Itinerary: Paper-cutting workshop - Tianzifang - Dinner

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Shanghai with the "Market-to-Table" cooking experience. Begin your day at a lively local market, where you will engage in the "Market Haggling Challenge," testing your negotiation skills to secure fresh ingredients while practicing essential Mandarin phrases. After your market adventure, transition to a professional kitchen where an expert chef guides you in crafting your own authentic Chinese dish from scratch. Enjoy a communal lunch featuring your culinary creations, alongside delightful side dishes, fostering connections and sharing stories with fellow food enthusiasts.

It's an immersive journey into the vibrant world of Chinese drama, right in the heart of Shanghai. Spend your morning stepping into the fascinating history and artistry of traditional Chinese theater through an engaging, hands-on experience designed for all curious travelers. Hands-on Chinese theater activities: craft your own theatrical miniature props Try on authentic traditional costumes and experience the magic of the stage Gain exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into the evolution of Chinese drama, from Kunqu Opera to Peking Opera Visit an iconic historic theater, home to the renowned Shanghai Peking Opera Company English-speaking guide for a smooth, informative, and unforgettable experience Don’t just see Shanghai—experience its stories, traditions, and stagecraft firsthand. Book now and bring the spirit of Chinese theater to life in this one-of-a-kind cultural adventure!

It will be an unforgettable evening exploring Shanghai’s chic and vibrant nightlife. We offer executive&luxury transportation, private chauffeur, and private guide for your best staycation experience. You will have a local young man with an international background as your guide and butler, willing to deliver the most well-rounded service. I will arrange all the bookings(skip-the-line admission) for the most exclusive bars, lounges and restaurants in Shanghai. I will share my rich experience, delivering a tailor-made activity plan for you and your family. You will have an immersive cultural experience and insider knowledge of the most selective private spots in Shanghai. You may check out my LRB profile 5201360809 for my daily in Shanghai&London.

- Shop like a local: Explore a real wet market and pick your own ingredients, just like Chinese home cooks do every day - Discover Chinese food culture: Learn about unique local ingredients, seasonal eating, and the philosophy behind everyday Chinese meals - Cook authentic home-style dishes: We teach what Chinese people actually eat at home — not just restaurant version - Truly hands-on: Chop, stir, fry, taste — you do every step yourself, guided with care - Understand flavors, not just follow recipes: Learn the meaning behind ingredients and techniques - Immersive & intimate: It’s personal, local, and real — like being welcomed into someone’s kitchen, not a tourist class - Cultural connection through food: Leave with a full belly and a deeper understanding of Chinese daily life

This tour offers a rare opportunity to experience one of South China’s most classic karst landscapes in a relaxed and immersive way. Qixingyan (Seven-Star Crag) combines limestone peaks, calm lakes, caves, and open walking paths, creating scenery often compared to traditional Chinese landscape paintings. Unlike crowded attractions, the area allows for unhurried exploration, gentle climbs, lakeside walks, and panoramic viewpoints without intense hiking. A key highlight is the Stone Chamber Cave, featuring impressive stalactites and stalagmites, along with ancient stone carvings that reflect layers of Chinese history and culture. What sets this experience apart is the private, flexible pace and local guidance, allowing travelers to focus on natural beauty, photography, and quiet moments rather than rushing between sites. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic, scenic escape from the city — blending nature, light activity, and cultural atmosphere in one destination.

1. Teaching content: Other schools focus on the teaching of martial arts routines, while our school is dedicated to the teaching of martial arts combat, enabling students to truly master the ability to apply martial arts in real - life situations. 2. Accommodation conditions: Our school provides students with a five - star - standard accommodation environment. All are single rooms equipped with private bathrooms, and there are dedicated staff to clean every day, fully guaranteeing students' comfort and privacy. In contrast, in other schools, usually two or more students share a dormitory without a private bathroom, resulting in a large gap in the living experience compared with our school. 3. Catering standards: Our school attaches great importance to students' dietary health and quality, providing a much higher food standard than other schools to ensure that students obtain sufficient nutrition.

Craft NICH (national intangible cultural heritage)-listed Nanxiang Xiaolongbao, explore ancient gardens and a 1,000-year-old water town, and immerse in Shanghai's culinary heritage and Jiangnan charm. Highlights : - Hands-on Heritage Craft: Roll, fill, and steam your own Xiaolongbao under the guidance from an Intangible Cultural Heritage inheritor. - Immersive Cultural Setting: Craft buns in a traditional Chinese courtyard, surrounded by artifacts of Nanxiang's culinary legacy. - Historic Gardens & Ancient Town: Explore Ming-era Guyi Garden and Nanxiang's 1,000-year-old pagodas, blending history with local charm. - Gourmet Ritual: Savor freshly steamed buns with ginger-infused vinegar, following the local mantra: "Lift gently, move slowly, open a window, sip the broth first". - Stress-Free: All-inclusive: Private transport + meal, with dietary options. Itinerary: Nanxiang Steamed Bun Cultural Hall (Xiaolongbao making)- Guyi Garden-Nanxiang Old Town- Twin Pagodas

1. The Only "Physician-Led" Altitude Screening for Travelers Unlike general travel agencies that only provide logistics, or standard hospitals where language barriers create confusion, we bridge the gap. Your experience is managed by a Certified Physician team. We don't just hand you test results; we interpret them specifically for the high-altitude conditions of Western Sichuan and Tibet (3,000m+), giving you a clear, professional medical opinion on your fitness to ascend. 2. The "Fit-to-Travel" English Dossier Most hospital reports in China are strictly in Chinese. We provide a comprehensive English translation of your health analysis. Rather than just a receipt, it's a valuable medical dossier that you can carry with you to Tibet, ensuring that if you do need medical help on the mountain, local doctors can immediately see your baseline stats. 3. Peace of Mind Altitude sickness is the #1 trip-killer. Don't guess with your health at 4,000 meters. We turn anxiety into confidence.

Think kung fu is just in the movies? Come to see and experience real masters in China! Emei is one of the three major martial arts sects in China, alongside Shaolin and Wudang, with a history stretching back over 800 years. We offer something more than a typical tour. Having lived 12 years in Europe, we understand what foreign visitors truly enjoy, what they might find challenging, and what fascinates them most about Chinese culture. This means we can design experiences that match your interests, from exciting hands-on activities like martial arts to discovering the hidden traditional local culture.

1. Sanxingdui Museum + Relics Excavation Experience + Hand-make Sanxingdui Bronze, go beyond the surface, embark on a deep journey into Sanxingdui culture 2. Focus on 15 key Sanxingdui artfifacts with a fresh perspective through comparative study of ancient Chinese and biblical history. 3. Sichuan Hotpot for lunch, our tour guide takes you to check out a trendy cultural-themed hot pot restaurant to savor genuine hot pot.

Explore Jinze's living heritage: a 1300-year-old water town tour where ancient bridges whisper dynastic secrets, and a master artist guides you to create your own ink-wash poetry. Highlights: - Brushstroke Enlightenment: Dive into Jiangnan's waterways to master ink art with a local artist, where canals and ink whispers revive China's cultural soul - Bridge Chronicles: Seven dynastic bridges (Song-Yuan-Ming-Qing) form an open-air museum, showcasing 700 years of engineering genius - Sacred Fusion: Yihao Temple blends Zen spirituality with Southern Song PM/poet Lu Yihao's legacy, alongside the Yuan-dynasty stone masterpiece Unbroken Clouds - Poetic Jiangnan: Jinze's canals weave classic Jiangnan views—tiny bridges, streams, and cottages turn countryside into living poetry - Stress-Free: All-inclusive: Private transport + meals, with dietary options Itinerary: Jinze Ancient Town-Seven Ancient Bridges-Yihao Zen Temple-Master's Studio-Tea tasting

Explore the vibrant heart of Shanghai with a morning filled with local flavors and cultural craftsmanship. Begin your adventure at bustling wet markets, where the sights and sounds of the early morning create an authentic atmosphere. Savor a traditional breakfast of da bing, you tiao, and more from local stalls that have perfected these dishes over generations. Join locals in community parks for tai chi and traditional games, before diving into hands-on workshops where you can craft your own jewelry and experience a Song Dynasty tea ceremony. This tour promises deep cultural insights and engaging activities that connect you with the essence of Shanghai. - Dive into Shanghai’s local life at bustling wet markets - Savor a traditional breakfast from hidden alleyway stalls - Join locals for tai chi and cultural games in community parks - Create Mother-of-Pearl Inlay jewelry and whisk tea in hands-on workshops

Guangfulin Heritage Park Cultural Immersion Tour An Exclusive Journey Through History, Art, and Tradition Tour Highlights: 1. Han Chinese Clothing for female and Tang suit for male with making up (For customers ordered costume service) 2.Professional Photography by the Parisian magazine Roidx-featured team. 3.Authentic Cultural Workshops led by “非遗” (Intangible Cultural Heritage) experts. 4.Hands-on Experiences from traditional incense crafting to Suzhou-style rice cake making.

Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with vegan cooking, a tailored Mandarin lesson, and a market walk, all while enjoying hands-on activities and authentic meals that connect language, cuisine, and tradition for a truly unique experience.

Unlike typical cultural tours or standalone spa treatments, our experience offers a deeply personalized understanding of your body and chinese medicine. We don't just demonstrate TCM—we immerse you in it with organic-certified herbs, licensed practitioners, and insights you can take with you after the experience. We also welcome you to personalize your experience. Please reach out to us for possibilities.