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Mutianyu Great Wall 1 Day Travel (opens in a new tab)

6 h

Discover the Mutianyu Great Wall like never before with your exclusive one-day tour! With 23 years of expertise, we offer more than just a trip—a journey into China’s soul. Unlike crowded tours, your adventure gives you 5 hours to roam Mutianyu’s less-packed, beautifully preserved ramparts, framed by lush mountains and iconic watchtowers. Your expert guides share captivating stories, bringing history to life, while comfortable transportation from Dongzhimen ensures a stress-free day. Flexible return options (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM) let you linger longer, with stops at iconic spots like the Bird’s Nest and Qianmen. Perfect for international explorers, your personalized service and deep cultural insights make this tour unforgettable. Book now to experience the Great Wall’s grandeur with ease and authenticity—your adventure awaits!

from$79.99

Beijing City Sightseeing Coach Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Take amazing pictures of the Water Cube and Bird's Nest, visit the perfectly preserved Lama Temple, experience the real Beijing culture of the Hutong, get a full and clear view of the Forbidden City from the peak of Jingshan Park, explore both the ancient and the new Beijing.

from$69.34

3-Day Beijing Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 days

Enjoy a private 3-day tour of China’s capital, Tick off top attractions such as Tiananmen Square ,the Forbidden City , old Hutong with rickshaw, Lama temple ,Olympic center, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall at Mutianyu ,the Summer Palace . Hotel pickup and drop-off are included every day with private guide and driver.

from$568

Private Day Tour to Chengde Imperial Summer Resort from Beijing (opens in a new tab)

10 h

This private tour offers an opportunity to explore Beijing's neighbor city - Chengde. It was built in Qing Dynasty and popular for the royal members as the summer resort. Long drive both way around 3 hours and you can have time to explore this Summer Resort as well as Puning Temple. Transport, English sepaking guide and entrance tickets to the sights are all inclusive.

from$305

Beijing Private Tour: Fragrant Hills Park, Summer Palace, Bird's Nest&Water Cube (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Visit several top attractions in the north of Beijing's old city center to appreciate a famous forest park and the imperial garden with a long history; explore largest and best-preserved of the surviving imperial garden and visit two modern landmark buildings. At dusk, we will climb the Jingshan and view the Forbidden City from Jingshan. To enhance your experience: Transportation, lunch and entrance fees are included. 1. Appreciate the profound history and the amazing natural scenery at Fragrant Hills Park 2. Visit the Central Section of Beijing Olympic Park - the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube 3. Explore a imperial garden – Summer Palace 4. Learn about local insights, history, and geography from your guide 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

from$281

Beijing Impression of Tiananmen, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Hutongs (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Follow a knowledgeable local expert guide to explore the Imperial history of China and experience the real culture of Beijing. Stroll around the solemn and respectful Tiananmen Square, step into the Forbidden City to learn the Imperial Era of Chinese History, visit the former imperial garden of Jingshan Park to get a full and clear view of the Forbidden City, walk along the crisscrossing lanes of most distinctive Hutongs to immerse in the peaceful atmosphere of local culture. Walk around the World' largest public plaza of Tiananmen Square Explore Forbidden City to learn Imperial Era of Chinese History Get a full and clear view of the Forbidden City from Jingshan Park Walk around the most distinctive Hutong and Courtyard of Beijing Immerse yourself in real culture and local lifestyle of Beijing

from$310

Beijing Private Day Tour to Four Signature Sights with Lunch (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

Experience four signature sights of Beijing on the guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore a China's ancient sacrificial building - Temple of Heaven and experience the leisure pursuits of local people. Then, Walk through the Wangfujing Street and see the most fashionable fancy shopping malls. After lunch, visit two modern landmark buildings at Beijing Olympic Park. At last, we will visit the largest and best-preserved of the surviving imperial garden – Summer Palace. 1. Lunch is included, with Vegetarian diet, Beijing Duck and Sichuan Cuisine are available 2. Visit the Central Section of Beijing Olympic Park - the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube 3. Learn about local insights, history and geography from your guide on this small group tour 4. Time-smart arrangements: no hurrying, no shopping, and no wasted time

from$250

Small Group Tour to The Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

If you have only one day to spare in Beijing, this itinerary is absolutely perfect for you. Your guide will meet you at the east gate of Forbidden City at 8:30 with "Greatwall Trekclub"sign,You will travel through time and dream back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Among the majestic palaces with red walls and golden roofs, imagine the grandeur of emperors holding court and the hidden struggles of concubines in the inner courts. When you ascend the Great Wall—a world-renowned marvel—can you almost hear the echoes of ancient beacon fires and picture the soldiers who once fought bravely here to defend their land against invaders.

from$148

Beijing 4-day Family Trip All Inclusive (opens in a new tab)

4 days

Save time and energy—leave everything to us to book, and enjoy a worry-free four-day Beijing trip! Follow the local guide to deeply explore Beijing's attractions and discover the places and lifestyle loved by the locals! Our experienced guide will accompany you throughout these four days as you explore Beijing, and you'll enjoy a delicious traditional Beijing meal on the first day: Peking Duck. Our team has been hosting domestic and international travelers on Chinese websites for over five years, receiving widespread positive reviews. The itinerary can be adjusted within reasonable limits based on attraction opening hours (such as the Forbidden City being closed on Mondays) and your schedule. Our professional English-speaking staff ensures seamless communication for your convenience.

from$738

Tiananmen Square- Forbidden City, Hutong Richshaw, Summer Palace Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Enjoy UNESCO World Heritage Sites and learn about imperial China on this full-day coach tour around Beijing. Visit the monuments of Tiananmen Square, then follow your guide through the immense Forbidden City complex. Continue to old hutongs by rickshaw , then drive out of the city to the nearby Summer Palace. Tour the magnificent imperial gardens . Private guide and driver , hotel pick up and drop off , all attractions entrance tickets all included.

from$198

Beijing Layover Tour with Mutianyu Great Wall, Olympic Park and Airport Transfer (opens in a new tab)

9 h – 10 h

Beijing is the best destination to admire the Great Wall of China. While on layover at Beijing Capital International Airport, let a private guide show you the highlights around Beijing. Spend time appreciating the profound history and the amazing natural scenery at the Mutianyu Great Wall. You will visit Olympic Park and stop to snap photos at the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. 1.Visit the Mutianyu Great Wall and enjoy the amazing natural scenery 2.Cable car up and toboggan down are included to save your time and energy 3.Learn about local insights, history, and geography from your guide 4.Round-trip airport or hotel transport by private vehicle is included on this full-day tour.

from$337

Beijing: All-Inclusive Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

5 h – 8 h

We will pick you up from your hotel, drive 1.5 hours to the Great Wall, your guide will help you to take some nice pictures, and tell you the great wall history, you will have nice experience with your guide and driver, and you also have enough time to visit the Great Wall.

from$160

Half Day Private Tour of Tiananmen Square and Temple of Heaven (opens in a new tab)

3 4 h

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city on this door-to-door private tour. Check off three of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven. Stroll though Qianmen pedestrian street. Prebook your tickets prior to your visit. 1: Enjoy the personalized attention of your private guide. 2: Check off the World UNESCO Heritage Temple of Heaven 3: Visit the biggest city plaza in the world, Tiananmen Square 3: Choose between morning or afternoon tours to suit your schedule

from$138

Beijing Private Layover Tour To Summer Palace and Hutong (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city on this door-to-door private tour. Check off Beijing’s biggest attraction—Summer Palace—and stroll through historic hutong alleys. A comprehensive package with private guide, entrance fees, Taxi fare, lunch are all inclusive. 1: Private Full Day Layover Tour of Old Beijing 2: Airport pick up and drop off are all inclusive 3: See the Summer Palace and Old Beijing Hutong 4: Eat delicious authentic lunch at Hutong

from$249

Beijing Private Hutong Tour with Family Courtyard Home (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Why book us? We are NOT an agency. This is NOT a staged tour. Here is the real difference: 1. GLOBAL VISION, LOCAL SOUL: My wife and I are born-and-raised Beijingers who grew up in these alleys, but we have traveled the world. We know what sophisticated travelers hate about boring group tours, and we connect like old friends. 2. PRIVATE FAMILY COURTYARD: Enter my relative’s private courtyard home—a protected historic site. It is 100% exclusive; no other tour on Viator has the keys. It is a living residence, not a commercial museum. 3. NO PASSSIVE SIGHTSEEING: We spend a full hour getting you hands-on to master the art of spinning the Diabolo (Chinese Yo-yo) right in the alley like a true local. 4. REAL TASTES: No tourist traps. Enjoy traditional snacks handmade by my aunt inside the courtyard, explore a 1,000-year-old Muslim quarter, and find rare street foods. Want a cookie-cutter trip? Book someone else. Want an elite local connection? Welcome to the family.

from$135

Majestic Day Tour of Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall, Beijing (opens in a new tab)

10 h 30 min

If you have ever heard about the Great China Wall, the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, you have probably heard different stories about their history. What about discovering them for yourself and learning about their history from professional certified guides? That’s the deal we are offering. Our guide will take you on a full-day tour of these 3 iconic places in China’s history. We start by picking you up early in the morning at your hotel lobby and drive you to the famous Tiananmen Square which is viewed by many as the largest city square in the world. A lot of China's history events happened on that square and your guide will tell you all about them. You will then move to the Forbidden City which is just behind Tiananmen Rostrum through the Meridian Gate. Here, you will discover the great architectural prowess that has accommodated Chinese dynasties for centuries. Eventually, you will be driven downtown for lunch break before taking a cable car to the wall exploration.

from$572

Beijing Private One Day Tour, Forbidden City and Summer Palace Classic Routing (opens in a new tab)

9 h

First time in Beijing? Only have one day available? Haven't seen all the areas in Forbidden City and Summer Palace? Then, this is the tour you want! You will visit the two most important historical architecture complexes in Beijing, Forbidden City and Summer Palace in your private group as well as the Tiananmen Square, the biggest city center square in the world. Have a nice walk through the historical architectures while listen to your English-speaking tour guide about the stories about the emperors and their concubines, and the story behind the stories... Be notice: The Forbidden City is closed on all Mondays exclude the National Holidays.

from$156

Private Beijing Tour: Temple of Azure Clouds and Botanical Garden with Lunch (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Choose this private tour to discover the west part of the Beijing,you will visit the Temple of Azure Clouds(Biyun Temple) which was originally built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368),to discover the beauty of the quite courtyards with impressive Buddhism atmosphere.Then you can choose either to have a lunch in a beautiful Ming and Qing Style Restaurant near the temple or vegetarian lunch inside the Botanical Garden.Then explore the gardens at a leisurely pace.

from$198

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