China · 2-HOUR EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 5 2-hour experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Learn Chinese calligraphy in English in Shanghai. Small-group workshop with tools, tea or coffee, and a take-home folding fan.
“This was great. I brief history of Chinese scripts, and treasured examples of calligraphy. The tools, practice, and a personally finished piece.”
Ride Beijing in a sidecar, from hutong alleys and Bell and Drum Towers to Shichahai, Forbidden City edges, and modern CBD sights, with drinks.
“First of all, John was very punctual in picking me up from my hotel, and at the end of the tour very flexible in where I wanted to be dropped off. It was really nice to see the Hutong area and the CBD from a motorcycle side car, while John tRead more”
A private 2-hour walk through Hongkou’s Jewish ghetto, from the Ohel Moishe museum to Huoshan Park and Xiahai Temple.
“We were delighted with our guide Annie, and if anyone wants a reference we cannot speak highly enough of her. Her English and enthusiasm were excellent and she even emailed us photos. Annie made this tour one of the highlights of our trip! Len and Deanna Levin.”
A small-group Shanghai shui mo workshop with hotel pickup, patient instruction, and a take-home Chinese ink painting in about 2 hours.
“My husband and I had the best time taking this Chinese art class with Ms. Chang in Shanghai. Lucy picked us up from our hotel and stayed as our translator throughout our class. We learned how to paint a Chinese flower following step by Read more”
2-hour private walk from Jingshan to Beihai Park, with Coal Hill views, Jade Island, Nine Dragon Screen, pickup, and entrance fees included.
“Our group should be notified that the pagoda at Beihai Park was closed on Monday before booking this tour. The tour is great for viewing the forbidden city from the top view, admiring the gardens covered with various flowers, and the small lakes.”
Pick a landmark, a landscape or a meal, and start the trip there.
