Private Tour
Beijing Hutong Night Tour with Yunnan Style Dinner and Chartered Boat Ride at Houhai Lake
Overview
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Treat yourself to an unforgettable Beijing evening! Start with a delicious dinner at one of the city’s most renowned local Yunnan restaurants, where you’ll relish dishes brimming with the province’s signature fresh, herb-forward flavors and unique ethnic culinary touches. Next, hop aboard a private hand-cranked boat for a serene cruise on Houhai Lake, taking in the magical night scenery of the lake’s tranquil waters and surrounding traditional architecture. Cap off the night with a leisurely stroll through Houhai’s bustling bar street and cozy, lantern-draped hutongs—where historic alleyways come alive after dark. This all-inclusive experience covers dinner, a dedicated tour guide, and private car service throughout the journey.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Age under 4 is free to join
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lotus Lane
Your private guide and driver will pick you up directly from your downtown Beijing hotel, whisking you to a beloved local Yunnan restaurant nestled in the charming hutong lanes. This hidden gem—ranked No.6 in Beijing on TripAdvisor—blends old Beijing’s alley charm with Yunnan’s vibrant flavors: think dishes brimming with fresh wild fungi, fragrant herbs like lemongrass, and bold sour-spicy notes, all showcasing Yunnan cuisine, signature use of ecological ingredients and ethnic cooking wisdom . Savor iconic bites like steam pot chicken, crispy fried rice noodles, or tangy sour soup fish, surrounded by the hutongs’ warm lantern light and cozy neighborhood vibes.
Back Lakes (Hou Hai)
After dinner, head to Lotus Lane (Shicha Lake Park) for a 1-hour private chartered boat ride. Drift gently across the moonlit lake as the boat glides past swaying lotus leaves and shorelines lined with red lanterns, while savoring complimentary local snacks and fragrant tea . Your guide will share stories of the lake’s 700-year history—from imperial retreat to modern leisure spot—adding depth to the twinkling night views of ancient architecture reflecting on the water.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Beijing City hotels within the 4th ring road)
1 hour chartered Boat ride
Bottled water
Private tour
Professional guide and driver
Dinner at Little Yunnan Restaurant
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks or fresh juicy at Little Yunnan(available to purchase)
Pickup points
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Options
Private Night Tour
Your English speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel at 17:00
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Night walking tour with boat ride and dinner
DONALD D,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A beautiful paddle boat on a lake in the middle of Beiging. Then a Chinese cultural dinner. On to a tour of the local hutongs. A delightful evening tour with Lucy
Excellent. We went to...
Juan A,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent. We went to different places. Lucy was very helpful and she explained in detail everything. We liked the experience a lot! Fully recommended
10/10
926caydent,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very very good. Our guide was knowledgeable and extremely friendly the entire time. Everything went incredibly smoothly and everything was very hassle free. Highly recommend.
Beijing Hutong Dinner Tour
Debra F,Jun 14, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We wanted a night tour for our first night in Beijing. We had a lovely night with Lucy our tour guide. Lucy showed us around and introduced us to some delicious local dishes at a local restaurant. We then had a boat ride with more refreshments and then a walk around a local hutong. I would highly recommend this tour and would like to thank Lucy for making our first night wonderful. recommend this tour.
I picked this tour for a romantic...
Krishna R,Oct 21, 2017
- Review from Viator
5.00I picked this tour for a romantic night out with my wife. It was exactly what I wanted. The restaurant was fantastic, the tour guide Bibi was amazing in every way. Not only was she knowledgeable, she had a great sense of humor, and was a great photographer. The boat ride itself was quite private as there were not too many other boats I think most of the tours happen during the day time. This tour was worth every penny.
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