Beijing Culture: Tea Ceremony, Heritage Instrument & Calligraphy

5.0
(57 reviews) Beijing, China

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

In just 2.5 hours, you’ll gain insight, memories, and skills that no museum or show can offer.

✔️ Step into the soul of Chinese culture
Far from crowds and clichés—this is a rare, quiet sanctuary where tradition still lives and breathes.

✔️ The core of Chinese civilization—in your hands
· Brew and taste real Chinese tea with a national tea master
· Write meaningful Chinese characters in traditional calligraphy
· Play a full melody on the Guqin, China’s most revered ancient instrument

✔️ Not a show. Not for tourists.
Led by national-level cultural masters, guided in English, designed for those who want more than sightseeing.

✔️ Only here, only with us
This experience exists nowhere else in Beijing.

If you skip this, you’re missing the most meaningful part of your journey.

Example Menu

Main

Tea Ceremony

Guided by a certified tea master, learn the ancient six-step tea-making process, using authentic porcelain sets to brew top-tier teas.

Main

Guqin Learning

Under expert guidance, learn a simple piece on the Guqin and experience its calming, ancient rhythms.

Main

Calligraphy

Practice Chinese calligraphy, from pictographs to modern characters, and create your own cultural mark.

What's Included

Chinese calligraphy workshop with expert guidance
Traditional outfit attire rental for ritual and photos
Live Guqin performance by a national-level heritage artist
Hands-on Guqin learning session
bilingual guide (M.A. in History & Sociology)
Traditional Tea Ceremony and tea tasting with certified tea master
Gratuities
Transportation to/from the venue
Meals outside of the provided tea snacks
Personal expenses and optional tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at Dade Yuexin Guqin Art Center Next to the West Gate of Ledi Cultural and Creative Park, Chaoyang District

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into a serene, air-conditioned cultural haven—a private heritage venue in Beijing, closed to the public and curated by master artists to preserve China’s most meaningful traditions.

In just 2.5 hours, this immersive, hands-on workshop invites you to explore three of the core pillars of Chinese culture:

✔️ Write real Chinese characters and understand their ancient roots
✔️ Learn to play a full melody on the Guqin, China’s most classical instrument
✔️ Enjoy a tea ceremony guided by a national-level tea master

Far from crowded tourist shows, this is a peaceful, authentic experience where you’ll learn directly from national-level cultural masters, guided in English by an expert trained in Chinese philosophy and history. You'll not only do—but understand—the rituals, the meaning, and the elegance behind each tradition.

Relaxing, insightful, and deeply memorable—this is the perfect way to connect with China’s living heritage.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Culture Heritage Tour China

Tags

Art Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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