8-Day China Food Tour: Beijing, Chengdu & Guangzhou | Culinary Journey
8 Days
Explore China's three iconic cuisines on this 8-day food-focused journey from Beijing to Chengdu and Guangzhou. Experience imperial flavors, fiery Sichuan dishes, and refined Cantonese cuisine, combined with must-see landmarks, hands-on cooking experiences, and deep cultural insights.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
Daily Itinerary: Pick-up at the airport or railway station Welcome to Beijing, China's historic capital. Upon arrival at the airport or train station, your private guide from Bespoke China Travel will greet you and escort you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for rest or light exploration at your own pace.
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Day 2: Beijing
Daily Itinerary: Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Old Beijing imperial cuisine, Peking Duck Begin the day with a visit to the Temple of Heaven where emperors once prayed for good harvests. At lunch, dine at "Huajia Yiyuan," a one-star restaurant recognized by the Golden Phoenix China Restaurant Guide, where you can taste authentic Old Beijing imperial cuisine. A quick visit to Tiananmen Square, then move on to an in-depth exploration of the magnificent Forbidden City, the former imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. For dinner, taste the most authentic Peking Duck with the chef cuts the duck tableside and showing you the traditional way to eat it.
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Day 3: Beijing
Daily Itinerary: Badaling Great Wall, Prince Gong’s Mansion, Beijing Hutongs (Rickshaw Tour) Today you will travel to the iconic Badaling Great Wall, one of the most impressive and well-preserved sections of the Wall.On the way back, enjoy exterior views of Beijing's Olympic landmarks, including the Bird's Nest, Water Cube, and National Speed Skating Oval.In the afternoon, visit Prince Gong's Mansion, followed by a cultural immersion in the historic hutongs surrounding the Shichahai lakes. Special Included Experiences: Hutong rickshaw ride
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Day 4: Beijing to Chengdu
Daily Itinerary: Chinese Cuisine Apprentice Visit Sanyuanli Market to select ingredients you need for the dishes. And return to the courtyard kitchen to learn how to cook 3 classic dishes. After lunch, take the flight to Chengdu, a vibrant city renowned for its spicy Sichuan cuisine, giant pandas.
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Day 5: Chengdu
Daily Itinerary: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Sichuan Cuisine Museum,Wide and Narrow Alleys Begin the day with cute giant pandas by visiting Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding where you can observe these adorable national treasures up close. At lunch, visit the Chengdu Sichuan Cuisine Museum. Experience Sichuan cuisine cooking, taste a variety of Sichuan delicacies such as Dan Dan Noodles and Zhong Dumplings. Later move on to People's Square and Wide and Narrow Alleys to experience the vibrant local life and charm of Chengdu.
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Day 6: Chengdu to Guangzhou
Daily Itinerary: Wuhou Shrine, City Walk, Hotpot A half-day leisurely exploration of Chengdu. Visit Wuhou Shrine, a temple dedicated to Zhuge Liang. It's combined with the antique buildings and uniquely styled pavilions. For lunch, your guide will take you to experience authentic Chengdu Hot Pot. After that, transfer to the airport to take a flight to Guangzhou, vibrant "food capital" of southern China.
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Day 7: Guangzhou
Daily Itinerary: Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Qingping Market, Cantonese cuisine Visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, which is a masterpiece of Lingnan architectural decoration, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship. Then move to Guangzhou Qingping Market, an influential comprehensive market. Cantonese cuisine is famous for its freshness, lightness, and emphasis on high-quality ingredients. At lunch, your guide will take you to Guangzhou Restaurant to enjoy authentic Cantonese cuisine.
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Day 8: Departure from Guangzhou
Your China journey comes to an end today as your guide and driver transfer you from your hotel to Airport for your outbound flight.
What's Included
- ✓Costs for a private, air-conditioned business vehicle throughout the tour.
- ✓Services of a private English-speaking tour guide.
- ✓Hotels, entrance fees to scenic spots (first gate tickets), and meals as listed in the itinerary.
- ✓Travel insurance coverage during the tour (details available on the Insurance Policy page).
- ✓Inter-city flights or high-speed train travel.
- ✓24-hour customer service support during the trip.
- ✓Service fees, covering tour planning, handling, operation, and communication costs.
- ✗Chinese Visa fees.
- ✗Round-trip ticket. (We offer Air Ticket Booking Service, if you need it, please let us know.)
- ✗Personal expenses.
- ✗Meals, transportation transfers, and tourist attraction fees not listed in the itinerary.
- ✗Optional activities recommended at scenic spots or other commercial establishments.
- ✗Luggage overweight charges.
- ✗Optional activities provided by the driver or guide.
- ✗Personal Accident Insurance during Travel .
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