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China's classics.
The 15 most popular evening experiences right now, with prices, durations, and what to expect from each one on the day.
A comfy 45-minute Victoria Harbour cruise with drinks, timed to catch the Symphony of Lights from the yacht for great skyline photos.
“The boat is beautiful and offers great panoramic views. Everyone travels seated, and the staff on board are excellent — they offered to take photos and were always eager to help. The pictures turned out to be the best souvenir of all!”
A 45-minute Victoria Harbour night cruise from Kowloon Public Pier No. 3 with drinks and the 7:40 PM Symphony of Lights.
“The cruise was great and especially timing it with the light show. The staff were great and keeping us topped up with drinks and snacks.”
Xi’an evening tuk-tuk food tour with 4–5 tastings, dinner, unlimited drinks, and craft beer at a local brewery near the City Wall.
“Fantastic tour, good food, great atmosphere and a knowledgeable guide. This type of experience helps you get to know the country better. Highly recommended.”
Shanghai at night with a small group. Sample regional Chinese dishes, beer and spirits, then learn xiaolongbao technique at local spots.
“Six stops for a wonderful variety of regional food and drink. A fun evening with Lee to guide us through our food journey.”
Huangpu Night Cruise brings 360° Bund-to-Lujiazui skyline views, themed boats, and holiday light tips for about $21.
“wonderful views of the river. cruise a good length. a little disappointed that no commentary, even brief, in English.”
Private Huangpu night cruise plus a Xinjiang halal dinner in Pudong, with hotel pickup, English-speaking guide support, and cruise tickets included.
“Very pleasant evening. Caroline was a wonderful guide and dinner companion. Every step was smooth and fun. It was a little cold on the boat, but to be expected in January.”
Private sunset hike on the Great Wall from Gubeikou to Jinshanling, with hotel pickup, lunch, tickets, and a quieter wall experience.
“The best part of the Chinese wall… stunning view, less crowded and the great point to see sunset. Adele took care of us very well. We had local food for lunch. We discovered an other part of the Chinese wall in a different pov. Thank you”
Late-night French Concession food and craft beer walk with Shanghainese classics, history stops in Xintiandi and night markets, $89.
“Amazing experience with TJ. TJ was very knowledgeable and helpful. She took us all everywhere and explained so much about the food and culture. We were all full by the time the tour ended!! Thank you TJ!!”
Victoria Harbour day or sunset cruise from Central and Tsim Sha Tsui with unlimited drinks, skyline views, and easy boarding.
“the host was lovely she took photos for us and the drinks were well made ,the sights were lovely from the water.worth the cheap asking price”
3-hour Shanghai night Huangpu River cruise plus Xinjiang halal dinner with a private guide and transport, seeing the Bund lights and Pudong skyline.
“Lovely to see Shanghai at night our guide Berlin was lovely with a great sense of humour”
Watch Sichuan opera at Shufeng Yayun Teahouse in Chengdu with face-changing, stick puppets, tea and snacks, plus VIP options like massage.
“Good show, funny even if you don't understand chinese, but I do recommend having someone who at least can explain a little what's going on with more detail. A few performers interact with the public, which improves the experience. I'd like the show to be longer, but still it's good and I recommend it.”
Enjoy Xi’an’s Great Tang Dynasty night show with English screen text and optional dumpling dinner, plus optional hotel transfer for $34.
“Excellent show. Impressive performance, full of color, rich in history. Dumplings were great (I love most of them). Sides were great too, they even gave a second round for my kids. It started a little bit later tho but it worth it.”
Aqua Luna 45-min Victoria Harbour cruise with a complimentary drink. See Hong Kong Island lights at night from Tsim Sha Tsui or Central.
“It was a lovely tour of the harbour that serves up a complimentary drink and calm boat ride. I recommend it.”
See Kowloon’s neon skyline from an open-top bus on a 1-hour night loop, with multi-language audio and views near Temple Street and Tsim Sha Tsui.
Half-day small-group bike tour of old Shanghai: French Concession, Tianzifang and Old Street, guided with bike and entry included.
“August was very knowledgeable and clam throughout trip, she was extra careful about safety, i have seen shanghai like i never seen before.”
