Taiji Lesson and Local Breakfast in Beijing
Beijing, China
From USD 37.00
Office phone number: +86 10 6528 8951
Taiji Lesson and Local Breakfast in Beijing
Beijing, China
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Take a kick-ass Taiji boxing class with a Yang-style master and find out why this type of martial art appeals to people the world over. Take a quick tour of the Drum and Bell district and its magical towers before stopping to sample an authentic Chinese breakfast, with your local guide leading the way. A fabulously enthralling and quirky way of immersing yourself in Chinese culture.
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Highlights
- Learn the art of Taiji Boxing with a master and disciple of the Yang style
- Take a mini tour of the Drum and Bell Tower neighbourhood
- Enjoy an authentic Beijing breakfast of steamed buns at a locals’ favourite restaurant
- Spend time with a Beijing native who will give you the inside track on local customs, Chinese etiquette, and what to see and do during your stay in this bustling metropolis
Local Impact: How you taking this tour will benefit the local community:
- Keep the ancient art of Taiji boxing alive by taking a class with a local Yang Master. A portion of your tour fee is donated to the Taiji school.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2-2.5 hours
- Meeting point:
ShiChaHai Metro Station (line 8), outside of exit C.
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- Starting time: 8.00 AM
- Ending point:
Drum and Bell Tower Area
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, Taiji lesson fee, breakfast as per itinerary.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, transportation to and from the meeting point, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
We will meet early in the morning and take a whistle stop tour of the delightful Drum and Bell district with its famous 13th-century towers. Then, it’s onto the main event: immersing yourself in the mystical world of Taiji Boxing.
For 90 minutes, you will follow a Taiji Master and disciple of Yang’s style of Taiji Boxing to learn about and then have a go at this ancient and revered Chinese sport. Taiji focuses on improving oneself mentally and physically, so be prepared to come away better than you began!
Characterised by deliberately slow, rhythmic movements, Taiji deals with the delicate balance between Yin and Yang and the harmony between human beings and nature. This makes it not only a martial arts theory but also a treasure trove of the profound wisdom of life.
Once you have mastered the art of Taiji, worked up a sweat, and crammed your brain full of life lessons, it is time to fill our stomachs. We will visit a local restaurant to taste an authentic local breakfast, featuring steamed buns, fried dough sticks, mung bean milk, and stewed pork liver.Our tour will end after our meal, but before you go, be sure to talk to your local guide to help you discover where locals eat, drink, and shop in Beijing, so that you can get the best out of the Forbidden City during your visit.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, Taiji lesson fee, breakfast as per itinerary.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, transportation to and from the meeting point, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Because the clients will learn Taiji, so please do wear loose or comfortable clothes. (stretching and deep squat... ...)
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventures, you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page
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Local contact
Office phone number: +86 10 6528 8951
Email address: info@beijingurbanadventures.com
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