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Pedal through Beijing's ancient hutong alleys on a private half-day bike tour. Explore Chengxian Street, the Confucius Temple, and Imperial College with a local guide.
Discover Beijing's historic hutong neighborhoods on this private half-day bike tour. Meet your guide at your hotel and take the subway or taxi (at your own expense) to Jianguomen, where your cycling adventure begins. Over 2–3 hours, you'll pedal through narrow alleyways that reveal the city's traditional heart. The route starts on Chengxian Street, also known as Guozijian Street, west of the Lama Temple, passing the Confucius Temple and the Imperial College (Guozijian). This flexible itinerary lets you explore at your own pace, immersing in local life and centuries-old architecture. Ideal for active travelers seeking an authentic Beijing experience beyond the tourist crowds, this tour combines exercise with cultural discovery. Your guide shares insights into hutong history and daily life, making every turn a story. Note: subway or taxi fare to Jianguomen is not included.
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Meeting your tour guide at your hotel, then take subway or taxi (pay on your own) to Jianguomen. Start your bike tour from Jianguomen
Your hutong bike tour allows you to explore the old and traditional area on the northern Beijing and starts with Chengxian Street ( some part of the street is also called Guozijiian Street), west of Lama Temple; passing by the Confucius Temple and Guozijiian (Imperial College); an outside look at the Drum and Bell Towers; stroll through the 800 year old Yandai Byway and Yinding Bridge; experience some typical hutongs in the Shichahai area like Da Jinsi Hutong Tao, ends at Nanluoguxiang Hutong before return your bike to Jianguomen.
We improvise the biking tour with you. The 2-3 hour biking tour may include the following tentative itinerary:


Jianguomen
Outside look at Lama Temple
Ride along the 700 year old east-west Chengxian Street (also known as Guozijian Street)
Pass by Confucius Temple and Guozijian (Imperial College)
Andingmen Inner Street
Nanluoguxiang Hutong
East Gulou Street (East Drum Tower Street)
Drum Tower and Bell Tower
The 800-year-old Yandai Byway
Yinding Bridge
Shichahai and Hutongs
Bike alongside Jingshan Park
The photogenic Forbidden City Turret and Moat
Nanchizi Street and Beichizi Street
Tiananmen Square
Jianguomen
Important Reminder
As for pick-up point, at present we include the pickup points ( your hotel or residential place ) within the East 3rd Ring Road, South of the Temple of Heaven, West Second Ring Road and North 3rd Ring Road. You'll pay for the transfer from your hotel to the starting point (subway, bus or taxi) escorted by our tour guide.
We provide one English speaking tour guide for each traveling party.
The 2-3hour tour does not include visits that can be easily done by yourself like the Forbidden City, Bell Tower and Drum Tower. Those big attractions take 1 to 4 hours each.
If it is necessary to visit some of those places during one of our tour, entrance tickets have to be paid by you and the time to visit those places will be part of the time of the bike tour.
For payment and cancellation policy, please refer to our Terms & Conditions .
What you should bring
Sun glasses, your camera and your best smile
Wear comfortable shoes!
Don't wear expensive jewelry overtly.
During summer (Between May and October): sun block
For spring and autumn, the weather changes daily: a windproof jacket and an additional sweater
For winter (between November and April): you will need thick winter clothes (gloves,beanie woolen hat, scarf, winter sweater and long underpants).
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Bike and Bicycle helmet | Personal Insurance coverage of personal loss, illness or damages incurred during your trip |
| Private English speaking tour guide | Tips to the tour guide |
| Private bike tours, more flexible without others joining you | Excluding entrance fees ( we don't go inside the tourist attractions) Notice from TB WARNING! Though Beijing is flat and safe for bike activities, it can be still a little dangerous. You are free to follow these directions at your own risk. However, this web site can not be held responsible for any injuries, death, or damages while taking our suggested bike routes. Many route descriptions may be vague and most certainly do not list all possible hazards. Also, many routes require on street riding in traffic lanes, while others may require some off road terrain. You should be comfortable riding under all types of conditions before attempting any of these routes. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $130 |
| 2 persons | $80 |
| 3-5 persons | $60 |
| 6-9 persons | $40 |
| 10 persons up | $35 |
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