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Free tour

Into Beijing’s Hidden Spiritual Heart: Lama Temple & Hutongs

5.00
Excellent(14)
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: English
Guru: Wolfie
Registered on 18 October 2024
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Hi I'm Wolfie from China.I used to be the marketing director in Bytedance, which is the parent company of TikTok. I was born in Inner Mongolia and grew up in Guangdong, the first 20 years of my life was all about moving from one city to another, made me have a deeper understanding about diverse culture in China. I've been living in Beijing for over 10 years,and just passed the qualification examination for tour guide.If you're going to travel to China,I can customize the perfect itinerary for you!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Please be sure to read before making a booking:


  • Booking Cut-off Time
    • For the best experience, please book at least 24 hours in advance.
    • We do not accept last-minute bookings (within 24 hours of the tour).

  • Suggested Tip
    • At the end of the tour, we kindly suggest a tip of around 350 RMB (approx. 50 USD) per group (for two or more  participants),Which can help us keep offering authentic, sustainable, and meaningful local experiences. Of course, it's not mandatory, you have the final say 
    • While the tour is free to join, it still involves real costs — including transport allowances, the guide’s time and effort, and the authentic local experiences provided.
    • The entrance tickets will be at your own expense.

  • Contact Information
    • Please send us your WeChat or WhatsApp number after booking.
    • This helps us communicate with you and confirm the tour details.


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About The Tour:

Our journey begins inside the Lama Temple, where you will experience the ancient principles of superstitious culture in one of Beijing’s most spiritual settings. 

Then, discover the ancient art of Feng Shui on a tour of the Hutongs in Beijing, learning how to harmonize the energy for good fortune.

 

During this tour experience, you will take away: 


  • Over 10,000 characters of detailed commentary covering the main halls of the Lama Temple, most of the enshrined Buddha statues, and their religious cultural background.

  • A step-by-step guide to experiencing traditional Chinese superstitious rituals, including offering incense, worshiping Buddha, and consecrating items.

  • A guided walk through the historic Hutongs, where you'll learn about traditional architecture, local culture, and get recommendations for authentic local food.

  • All of the above services are priced at anywhere from $60 to $120 USD per person on other platforms.

 

About Feng Shui Culture:

It‘s one of the most mysterious and captivating aspects of traditional Chinese culture. It seeks to alter the energy of an individual or even an entire family by carefully considering the location and layout of homes, the design and matching of clothing and accessories, or the patterns of daily customs such as diet, thereby bringing continuous good fortune. 

This experience will take you deep into the Hutong cultural district in the heart of Beijing. You will wander through several historical sites with the strongest energy aura, embarking on an authentic and pure traditional Feng Shui journey to seek good fortune for yourself and your family. 

Let's get going!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
28 Yong He Gong Da Jie, 国子监 Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100011
Meet at the ticket office of Yonghegong Lama Temple,next to the Ximen(West Gate).
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Entry not included
Lama Temple
Experiencing the complete process of worshiping the Buddha and praying for blessings at Lama Temple.
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Outside visit
Fangjia Hu Tong
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Outside visit
Guozijian Street
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour reviews

5.00
Excellent(14)
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By category
Professionalism
5.00
Fun
4.86
Communication
5.00
Quality
5.00
Route
5.00

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
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