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Food & Culinary China Tours

Taste your way through China's diverse regional cuisines. From Peking Duck in Beijing to Sichuan hotpot in Chengdu, from dim sum in Shanghai to Muslim street food in Xi'an.

Why travellers choose Food & Culinary China Tours

Taste China's eight great regional cuisines in one journey
Peking Duck in Beijing, hotpot in Chengdu, dim sum in Shanghai
Street food tours in Xi'an's Muslim Quarter
Hands-on cooking classes with local chefs
Visit local markets and learn about Chinese ingredients
Tea tasting in Hangzhou's Longjing Tea Village
Private guide who knows the best local restaurants
Dietary requirements accommodated — vegetarian, halal, gluten-free
Combine food experiences with cultural sightseeing
Take home recipes and cooking techniques

10 Food & Culinary China Tours

All prices are per person and include a private guide and vehicle.

Beijing, Xi'an & Chengdu 10 Days
Beijing
From $1799

Beijing, Xi'an & Chengdu 10 Days

Three iconic destinations: imperial Beijing, ancient Xi'an, and panda-filled Chengdu

10 Days Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu
Great WallTerracotta WarriorsGiant Pandas
4.9 (112 reviews)
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Chengdu & Mount Emei 6 Days
Chengdu
From $1099

Chengdu & Mount Emei 6 Days

Combine panda encounters with sacred Buddhist mountain hiking and the Leshan Giant Buddha

6 Days Chengdu, Emei, Leshan
Giant PandasMount EmeiLeshan Buddha
4.8 (83 reviews)
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Beijing Deep Dive 5 Days
Beijing
From $799

Beijing Deep Dive 5 Days

Dive deep into Beijing's imperial history, from the Forbidden City to the Great Wall

5 Days Beijing
Great WallForbidden CityHutong
4.9 (178 reviews)
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Chengdu Panda Day Trip 2 Days
Chengdu
From $299

Chengdu Panda Day Trip 2 Days

Meet giant pandas and taste Sichuan cuisine on this quick 2-day Chengdu tour

2 Days Chengdu
Giant PandasJinli StreetSichuan Food
4.9 (188 reviews)
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Shanghai & Surroundings 6 Days
Shanghai
From $1099

Shanghai & Surroundings 6 Days

Experience the best of eastern China, from Shanghai's skyline to Hangzhou's West Lake

6 Days Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou
The BundWest LakeGarden City
4.8 (112 reviews)
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Xi'an Terracotta Express 3 Days
Xi'an
From $449

Xi'an Terracotta Express 3 Days

See the legendary Terracotta Warriors and explore Xi'an's ancient city wall

3 Days Xi'an
Terracotta WarriorsCity WallMuslim Quarter
4.8 (121 reviews)
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Shanghai Weekend Escape 3 Days
Shanghai
From $399

Shanghai Weekend Escape 3 Days

A quick Shanghai city break with the Bund, Yu Garden, and skyline views

3 Days Shanghai
The BundYu GardenShanghai Tower
4.7 (134 reviews)
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Chengdu Pandas & Zhangjiajie 9 Days
Chengdu
From $1599

Chengdu Pandas & Zhangjiajie 9 Days

Meet giant pandas up close and marvel at the Avatar-inspired sandstone pillars

9 Days Chengdu, Zhangjiajie
Giant PandasAvatar MountainsGlass Bridge
4.9 (156 reviews)
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Classic Beijing & Xi'an 8 Days
Beijing
From $1299

Classic Beijing & Xi'an 8 Days

Explore China's most iconic cities, from ancient capitals to modern metropolises

8 Days Beijing, Xi'an
Great WallForbidden CityTerracotta Warriors
4.9 (127 reviews)
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Golden Triangle 10 Days - Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Beijing
From $1699

Golden Triangle 10 Days - Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai

Experience the essence of Chinese civilization, from ancient capitals to modern skylines

10 Days Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Great WallTerracotta ArmyThe Bund
4.9 (203 reviews)
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Why These Tours Made Our List

Every tour in this collection has been selected based on traveler feedback, expert recommendations, and overall value. Here's what sets them apart:

Verified Traveler Ratings

Every tour has a minimum 4.7-star rating from verified reviews on TripAdvisor and Trustpilot.

Expert Curation

Our travel experts with 25+ years of experience handpick each route for cultural depth and scenic beauty.

Most Booked by Travelers

These are the routes that 50,000+ QTour travelers have chosen and loved most over the years.

One Booking, One Team

Every tour includes a private guide, dedicated driver, and vehicle — no sharing with strangers.

50,000+ Happy Travelers
25+ Years of Expertise
24/7 On-Ground Support
No Hidden Fees

Why Book with QTour?

One Booking, One Team

Every booking includes a private guide, driver, and dedicated vehicle. No sharing with strangers.

Expert Local Guides

Our guides speak your language — English, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish and more. Passionate about their cities, they know the hidden gems.

Flexible & Customizable

Every itinerary can be tailored to your interests, pace, and preferences.

Can't Find the Perfect Tour?

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About Food & Culinary China Tours

Taste China's diverse cuisines with QTour's food and culinary China tours. Our China food tour packages cover Peking Duck in Beijing, Sichuan hotpot in Chengdu, dim sum in Shanghai, and street food in Xi'an. Enjoy cooking classes, market visits, and tea tastings. Book your Chinese culinary tour with a trusted travel agency.

Every itinerary can be adjusted — add a city, extend a stay, upgrade hotels or change the pace. Send us your travel dates and interests and our Beijing-based consultants will return a personalised proposal within 24 hours, free of charge.

How to choose

  • By duration — shorter trips concentrate on the imperial north (Beijing, Xi'an); longer trips add the Yangtze delta, the south-west or the western plateau.
  • By theme — history and imperial architecture, minority and ethnic culture, or karst, mountain and desert landscapes.
  • By season — April to May and September to November are the most comfortable months for most of China.

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