Beijing: Jingshan, Beihai & Shichahai Tea Calligraphy Tour

Half-day private cultural walk through three of Beijing's most beloved imperial-era public spaces. Start at Jingshan Park, the artificial hill built from soil dug to make the Forbidden City moat, where the central Wanchun Pavilion gives you the postcard view of Beijing's central axis and the gold-tiled rooftops below. Cross to Beihai Park, the 1,000-year-old imperial garden with its dramatic White Pagoda. Walk on to Shichahai's hutong lakes — Qianhai, Houhai, Xihai — for the rhythm of old Beijing courtyards, drum tower silhouettes, and willow-lined waterways. Mid-tour, sit down with a Chinese tea master for a 30-min gongfu tea ceremony, then try Chinese calligraphy with a brush and ink. English-speaking guide, all entrance tickets, tea & calligraphy session included.