beijing : Han Dynasty Palace Banquet: Ritual, Food & Music
ID: GYG1110796-1705538
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Dress in Han-dynasty style, learn ancient etiquette, explore ritual and tableware archaeology, and enjoy a royal banquet where food, ceremony, and music come together in one unforgettable feast.
Begin your journey by stepping into a recreated Han Dynasty palace hall, where the atmosphere of ancient China comes alive through elegant décor, incense, and ritual music. Your host will guide you through an etiquette ceremony, teaching the gestures, bows, and manners once practiced by nobles and scholars. Next, explore a mini exhibition of ancient dining culture, including a hands-on tableware archaeology session that reveals how bronze, jade, and ceramic vessels were used in imperial banquets.
You’ll then enjoy a customized royal feast, carefully crafted with authentic Han-style dishes presented in traditional serving ware. As you dine, live musicians perform ancient melodies on guqin and bamboo flute, and graceful dancers reenact court rituals that blend movement and symbolism. The experience culminates in an interactive closing ritual, where guests participate in a short ceremonial toast following the Han tradition.
Highlights
- Learn royal etiquette through hands-on cultural workshops.
- Enjoy live ritual and music reviving imperial court traditions.
- Han-dynasty banquet blending ritual, food, and music in one show.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Admission to the Han-dynasty palace banquet venue
- Professional English-speaking cultural host and guide
- Royal etiquette teaching session
- Food archaeology and ancient tableware workshop
- Customized Han-style banquet with multiple authentic dishes
- Live ritual and traditional music performance
- Use of traditional Han-dynasty costume during the experience
- Time for Q&A, photos, and personal interaction with performers
- Small-group setting for an intimate cultural experience
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available upon request)
- Alcoholic beverages or extra drinks beyond the set banquet menu
- Souvenir purchases such as traditional crafts, instruments, or replicas
- Professional photography or costume rental upgrades
- Gratuities for guides and performers (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
