14-Day China Food Tour from Beijing to Hong Kong

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Start your day at Tiananmen Square, a large public space in central Beijing. Next, walk to the Forbidden City. With your guide, tour the former palace and learn about its history and daily life inside. For lunch, have Zha Jiang Mian, a traditional Beijing noodle dish. Afterward, visit Jingshan Park. Climb to the top of Wanchun Pavilion for a clear view of the Forbidden City and its surroundings. In the evening, have dinner at a local restaurant known for its roast duck. You can watch the chef slice the duck before you wrap the pieces with vegetables and sauce in a thin pancake. This meal is a popular way to end a day in Beijing. Each stop on this itinerary offers a straightforward look at the city’s landmarks and food, giving you a direct experience of Beijing’s culture and history.

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After breakfast, visit the Temple of Heaven, a historic site where emperors once held ceremonies. Walk through the gardens and see the round wooden halls, which were built without nails. You may also notice local people practicing morning exercises like Tai Chi. Afterward, travel by car for about two hours to reach the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. On the way, stop to enjoy a local lunch. When you arrive, take a cable car up to the wall. Walk along the path between the watchtowers and enjoy the views. Your guide will share information about the wall’s history during your visit. In the evening, you have free time to explore Beijing at your own pace. You can walk around the city and try any local food that interests you.

The day starts with a tasting of local snacks, including mung bean soup, guided by a local expert. You will then walk through historic hutongs to see traditional Beijing life. After lunch, you travel to the station and take the train to Xi’an, which was once the capital of several ancient dynasties. Upon arrival in Xi’an, a guide will meet you at the station and accompany you to your hotel. During the drive, the guide will provide a brief overview of the city and its food culture. After check-in, the remainder of the day is open for you to relax at the hotel or explore the city on your own.

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Start your Xi’an tour at the Terracotta Army, located about an hour from the city center. This site features thousands of life-size clay soldiers, horses, and chariots. Each figure is different, with distinct features, hairstyles, and poses. They were made more than 2,000 years ago to protect China’s first emperor in the afterlife.

In the afternoon, visit the Muslim Quarter in central Xi’an. Walk through the busy streets and try local foods such as grilled meats, hand-pulled noodles, and flatbreads. The area is known for its street food and lively atmosphere. Your guide will help you find popular places to taste authentic Xi’an dishes. This tour covers two important parts of the city: a famous historical site and a vibrant local neighborhood known for its food and culture.

Begin your day by visiting a local family in Xi’an. Spend time talking with the hosts and assist in preparing traditional dishes such as dumplings and hand-pulled noodles. If there is enough time, you may also accompany them to a nearby market to select fresh ingredients for the meal. After lunch, you will take a high-speed train to Chengdu. The train journey lasts about four hours. Chengdu is recognized for its food culture and is often called the City of Gastronomy. When you arrive in Chengdu, your guide will be waiting at the station. You will then be transferred directly to your hotel. This schedule allows you to experience local life in Xi’an before traveling efficiently to Chengdu, where your next activities can begin. The day combines cultural interaction, hands-on cooking, and convenient transportation between two major cities in China.

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After breakfast, visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to observe giant pandas as they eat, play, and rest. For lunch, have a traditional Sichuan hotpot, choosing fresh ingredients to cook in a spicy broth. In the afternoon, go to Wenshu Monastery, which is the largest and best-preserved Buddhist temple in Chengdu. Take time to experience the quiet surroundings and learn about the site’s history and cultural significance.

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Start the day at a local spice market, where you will find various chillis, herbs, and Sichuan peppercorns. Then, go to the Sichuan Cuisine Museum for a cooking class led by a chef. Learn about local ingredients, taste Sichuan snacks, and cook dishes like Kung Pao Chicken. Eat your meal for lunch and receive a certificate. In the afternoon, you are free to relax or visit Jinli Old Street to try local foods.

Fly from Chengdu to Guangzhou, known for its Cantonese cuisine. On arrival, meet your local guide, who will arrange a private transfer to your hotel. Once checked in, you are free to spend the rest of the day as you wish. You can relax at the hotel or explore the city at your own pace. Take the opportunity to try some local dishes and experience Guangzhou’s well-known food culture during your stay.

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After breakfast, your guide will take you to two important sites in Guangzhou: Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall and the Chen Clan Ancestral Temple. Later, you will have Yum Cha at a traditional teahouse, where you can try Chinese tea and classic dim sum such as shrimp dumplings, sweet cream buns, and turnip cakes. The tour ends with a walk through the narrow lanes of Qingping Market, giving you a glimpse of old Guangzhou.

Begin your day at a calm pace before taking the high-speed train to Hong Kong, where old and new blend together. Arrive at West Kowloon Station in about an hour. Your guide will meet you and take you to your hotel for check-in and a short rest. Later, enjoy a walking tour of Kowloon. Explore busy streets and try local foods such as pudding, rice noodle rolls, and pastries recommended by Michelin.

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Take the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak for views of Hong Kong’s skyline. Visit Man Mo Temple, then have Cantonese dim sum nearby. Walk through the Central Mid-Levels Escalator area, stopping at Central Market and Tai Kwun to see historic sites and daily city life. Ride a “Ding Ding” tram to explore local streets. End the day with a Star Ferry ride to Tsim Sha Tsui and visit the Avenue of Stars.

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Explore Hong Kong at your own pace. Use a taxi or metro to reach Kowloon and visit Wong Tai Sin Temple, Lui Seng Chun, and the Bird Garden. In the afternoon, you can unwind with tea at a local café or choose a meal at a high-end restaurant.