Top China Classes & Workshops

Glad you come eating the Chinese food to know the art behind it on this Yangshuo cooking and local market experience. Meet your expert-guide in yangshuo，and explore the busy market to study about how to choose the fresh ingredients. Next ，enjoy your hands-on cooking class：prepping staple yangshuo dishes -beer fish，and also take a cup of family tea .A choice of time slots gives you useful flexibility.

Expand your food knowledge and taste delicious Chengdu cuisine on this small-group or private cooking experience. Not only will you learn cooking techniques with oversight from an expert, you'll also explore a market like a local and learn about the ingredients in your food. Practice your skills while making multiple dishes, then enjoy your meal with beverages included too.

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.

Learn the basics of tai chi during a private class in Beijing. Your expert instructor explains the foundation of tai chi, a Chinese martial art that is said to benefit the body’s overall health. Hear about the philosophy of Taoism, and yin and yang, then practice some slow deliberate movements combined with deep breathing and focus, the essence of tai chi.

Combine the must-see Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xian with a city tour, without having to arrange multiple excursions, on this small-group combo guided tour. Marvel at the terracotta figures, ancient city wall, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Enjoy a local lunch of regional flavors between sites, with hotel pickup included for convenience.

The Naxi people have shaped Lijiang but it can be hard to discover their culture. Get hands-on with this minority group’s distinctive cuisine during this small-group cooking class, led by a local family. Shop at Lijiang’s oldest market then continue to a professional cooking studio in a courtyard home. Prepare and eat three different dishes—with snacks, tea, and water—as a photographer records your experience, ensuring you have memories to share.

1.Create your artwork together with your professional and welcoming artisan 2.Explore the essence of Chinese culture through hands-on experience 3.Just 10 mins walk from Tiananmen Square and 3 mins walk from Dashila 4.Enjoy your workshop in a vibrant Hutong filled with all kinds of stylish shops 5.Bring home your seal, a silk-covered box, and red paste as memorable keepsake

Hong Kong is renowned throughout Asia for its unique cuisine, so what better place to experience a cooking class than the island metropolis. This small-group experience, an ideal choice for travelers seeking a hands-on cultural experience, reveals products you may otherwise have missed during a local market tour and provides insight into Hong Kong’s intricate cuisine. Plus, you can choose from a morning or afternoon departure time to suit your schedule.

It is a chance to sit comfortably, rest your legs, and immerse yourself in a quiet moment of creation. Through the craft of Luodian, you will gain a genuine understanding of Chinese history and culture in a relaxed setting. The process is completely beginner-friendly—no artistic skill is required. By the end of the session, you will have not just a rested body and mind, but a beautiful, unique accessory made by your own hands to remember your journey.

Eating is one of the great pleasures of visiting China. Learn how to take the experience back home with you in this private dim sum cooking class in Shanghai's French Concession. Under your instructor's guidance, gain a deeper understanding of flavors and techniques as you learn how to make your choice of two bite-size treats, including dumplings, egg rolls, and desserts.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Avoid shared shuttles and long taxi lines after your flight, and meet your driver directly at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). Relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence in Beijing with a private tour designed for your group size.

Have you ever watched Crazy Rich Asians and found yourself intrigued by that intense Mahjong scene? Or perhaps you heard Julia Roberts talk about her love for playing Mahjong and thought, What’s so special about it? Now’s your chance to find out! Whether you're a curious beginner or a passionate fan of the game, this experience welcomes all levels. Join us in the heart of old Beijing’s local neighborhoods, where Mahjong isn’t just a game—it’s a way of life. You’ll learn to play from friendly locals, find a Mahjong buddy, and immerse yourself in a social scene full of strategy, laughter, trickery, shouting, and even dramatic high-fives. Even better, science suggests Mahjong may help improve memory and prevent cognitive decline—but honestly, most people play for the thrill of winning and the joy of connection, haha. Come and see for yourself what makes Mahjong so addictive—and who knows, you might just become the next King or Queen of the tiles!

Learning Chinese calligraphy takes practice and guidance, and this hands-on experience provides both. Watch a teacher demonstrate ink strokes on rice paper, then try the techniques yourself with step-by-step instruction on brushes and form. Along the way, gain insight into Chinese culture and benefit from being able to ask questions in this small-group setting.

This unique mahjong class is conducted in the mahjong thematic shop Glocal Mahjong at PMQ that also acts as a mini mahjong museum. Immerse yourself in the rich blend of tradition and innovation found within PMQ, a beautifully restored historic landmark at the heart of Hong Kong's cultural scene. At Glocal Mahjong, we are dedicated to sharing the joy of mahjong with both beginners and experienced players. Our classes provide a small group, cozy environment to enrich your mahjong skills regardless of level. Beyond the game itself, our mission is to promote the cultural and social relevance of mahjong to a wider audience. Explore the fascinating history and traditions associated with this ancient game, while also discovering its modern adaptations and significance in today's society.

Enjoy drinks and socialize at top spots. Discover the Shanghai nightlife that earned the highest praise. Experience the bars and crowds that make our reviews unbeatable. Your epic night starts here! Experience the vibrant nightlife of Shanghai on a guided pub crawl. Meet new friends as you explore the city’s top bars and clubs. Enjoy a night of fun, drinks, and dancing in one of the world’s most exciting cities. This pub crawl features loads of fun and lots of interesting talks with fellow travelers and locals, while having opportunity to enjoy a variety of drinks in our hand-picked highly-rated bars (all with unique & distinctive ambiance) in Shanghai. The tour size is purposefully kept small so your local guide will be able to pay attention to every participant's interest and need, and always make sure everyone highly engaged and have chance chat with your guide, have fun with other participants and mingle with local bar visitors.

This is the ideal pick for foodie travelers who are keen to expand their Chinese cooking skills. Rather than just watching online videos, enjoy a much more immersive experience that starts with a visit to a local spice market. Learn about Sichuan spices and local ingredients, then take part in a cooking class that focuses on “Bao Zi” steamed buns. At the end, enjoy your tasty creations with drinks.

Most travelers want to experience the profound healing of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), but are held back by the language barrier and the fear of the unknown. The unique flavor of this experience is "Ancient Wisdom, Translated for You." This is not a standard tourist spa visit—it is a deeply authentic cultural and medical immersion. What makes us truly unique is your guide: you are accompanied not by a standard tour guide, but by a bilingual, internationally certified physician. We act as your personal cultural bridge, safely demystifying the 2,000-year-old Taoist philosophy of Yin, Yang, and Qi (vital energy). You get to step inside a premium, authentic local clinic and experience the ancient diagnostic arts of pulse and tongue reading, with absolute peace of mind knowing a trained doctor is sitting right beside you to translate every concept. It is the perfect harmony of Eastern cultural heritage, premium VIP comfort, and modern medical safety.

Capture the essence of traditional Chinese culture with a unique photoshoot experience at Shanghai's iconic Yu Garden. Choose from a stunning selection of authentic Hanfu outfits from the Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties, complemented by professional makeup and ancient hairstyles. An experienced photographer guides you to the most picturesque spots, ensuring you leave with 30 original raw photos and 6 beautifully retouched images. This immersive experience is perfect for anyone wanting to create lasting memories in a historic setting.

Uncover the secrets behind Sinchuan cuisine on a 4-hour cooking class in Chengdu. Under the guidance of a local chef, learn the techniques required to make delicious delicacies like Kung Pao chicken and dumplings while gaining insight into the complex flavors of Sichuan food. Afterwards, sit down to feast upon the fruits of your labor with your fellow food lovers. Return home with recipe cards to impress friends and family with your new found knowledge.

Rather than only walking through Beijing’s hutongs, guests spend time inside a real local family home. This private experience combines a guided Shichahai neighborhood walk with two hands-on traditions: Chinese calligraphy and dumpling making. A private English-speaking guide interprets the activities and conversations with the host family, helping guests understand both historic hutong culture and everyday life in Beijing today. Guests share a generous home-cooked lunch and leave with their own calligraphy artwork.

Biang biang noodles are one of the iconic dishes from Xi’an. Learn to make them yourself with this half-day small-group cooking class of easy difficulty. Visit a spice market to learn about and gather ingredients, then learn to make the noodles in a traditional Chinese courtyard, while enjoying local tea. Afterwards, enjoy your creations with beer or other beverages.

The world of Chinese tea is as complex and nuanced as fine French wine. Whether you’re a seasoned sipper or looking for the perfect souvenir, kickstart your understanding with this in-depth, small-group workshop. Try five different teas paired with traditional nibbles and learn how to prepare them like a pro in a classically elegant tearoom in downtown Shanghai. It’s an enriching encounter with tea’s flavors, cultures, science, and art.

Learn to make traditional Chinese dumplings using fresh organic ingredients in a small-group hands-on cooking class. Begin with a market walk guided by a local host to explore authentic ingredients, then prepare and boil your own dumplings. Vegan options are available upon request, making this class suitable for all food lovers.