Top Northern China Craft Classes

Learn the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, and walk away with a special memento, when you sign up for a small-group class. Pick from numerous daily class times to best suit your sightseeing schedule, and get ready to flex your creative muscles. Learn more about the practice and try different techniques, and leave with a brand new set of skills.

Explore the Beijing Hutongs in depth by join this 3 hour private tour, get a wonderful glimpse into traditional Beijing lifestyle and culture. Tour start from the Drum and Bell Towers in Beijing, combine walking and rickshaw experience. When visit the courtyard family, 30 minutes culture class will make the tour really fun, you can choose to learn Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting or mask painting.

Make your journey more meaningful and unforgettable by diving deep into China's rich cultural heritage. This experience is highly recommended for families with children —a perfect opportunity to bond while exploring ancient traditions together!

Peking Opera has a 200-year history and is considered a national treasure. In the heart of Beijing's city center (near Qianmen), there sits a Yangtze-style park built during Emperor Qianlong's reign, and our activity takes place in a Peking Opera theater within this park. You can tour the traditional opera theater stage for free and try on Peking Opera costumes (additional cost of $41). You'll spend 1.5 hours here, creating your own Peking Opera facial mask souvenir to take home as a memento of Beijing's traditional culture.

Discover the Hidden Cultural Gem of Shenyang: Manchu Paper Pinching Art! Step into Shenyang, the former capital of the Qing Dynasty. Beyond the iconic red walls and golden tiles of the Imperial Palace, there lies a hidden cultural treasure waiting for you to uncover – Manchu Paper Pinching Art. This is a magical craft that requires no scissors! With just your hands, you can transform ordinary flat paper into intricate 3D patterns. Known as a “living fossil” of Manchu culture, it carries the rich heritage and artistic wisdom of the Manchu people. Here, you will not only learn about the fascinating culture of the Qing Dynasty but also have the unique opportunity to experience this intangible cultural heritage firsthand. Under the guidance of skilled artisans, you will master the techniques of paper pinching and create your own distinctive Manchu-style handicraft to take home as a special souvenir of your trip to Shenyang!

Delve into the world of Chinese metaphysics through a personalized consultation in the heart of Beijing. This intimate experience utilizes 5 Elements and Bazi analysis to reveal your dominant and deficient elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—guiding you towards greater balance. Participants receive a tailored wellness roadmap, including suggestions for supplements and lifestyle changes to enhance personal energy. Each consultation is complemented by a premium coffee or tea service, creating a harmonious blend of East and West. Leave with a deeper understanding of your inner energy map and a practical kit to maintain equilibrium long after your visit.