1. Etiquette: Chinese people pay attention to etiquette, and shaking hands during meetings is a common way of greeting. When dining in a restaurant, pay attention to the etiquette of using chopsticks and do not insert chopsticks on the rice. In formal banquet occasions, the tradition of seat sorting is generally the position facing the door. Our tour guide will introduce you in detail these etiquette customs during the itinerary to integrate into the local culture and avoid unnecessary embarrassment.
1. Food culture: Chinese food is rich and diverse, and there are unique cuisines in different regions. When tasting delicious food, note that some dishes may be very spicy, such as hot pot, spicy chicken in Sichuan cuisine. If you are not very spicy, remember to inform the waiter in advance. In addition, some Chinese foods may require special consumption methods, such as Beijing roast duck, which is usually served with pancakes, shredded scallions, shredded cucumbers and sweet noodle sauce, and are rolled in pancakes. On some snack streets, there may be stalls for making food on site, and watching the production process is also an interesting experience. Our tour guide will recommend authentic gourmet restaurants to help you enjoy a Chinese food trip better.
1. Respect culture: China has 56 ethnic groups, different regions and ethnic groups have different cultural customs, respect local customs and religious beliefs, and avoid unnecessary misunderstandings due to cultural differences. For example, in some ethnic minority areas, there may be specific taboos, such as some ethnic groups fasting specific animals. At the same time, Chinese people also have a special cultural understanding of numbers. For example, the number 8 is regarded as auspiciousness, which represents wealth and success; the number 4 is similar to "death", and may be avoided in some occasions. Our tour guide will explain the cultural customs and taboos of various places to make your trip smoother.