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Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour from Airport including Lunch (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

Delve yourself into Chinese history on this Beijing layover tour. You'll visit two of the most significant attractions: Mutianyu Great Wall-one of the seven wonders, and Ming Tombs(Changling), the mausoleum of great emperor Zhudi and his wife with the exhibition of exquisite excavated relics. Entrance fee, lunch and round-way airport transportation are included.

from$194

Private Layover Tour of Beijing City Highlights and Hutong with Lunch (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

New visitors to Beijing can get acquainted with the city at an easy-going pace on this layover tour. Visit some of the city's many iconic attractions to explore the imperial garden, the original Beijing atmosphere and Chinese culture. Explore the largest and best-preserved of the surviving imperial garden – Summer Palace; visit Prince Gong’s Mansion which is the best preserved mansion in China; enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower and walk along Hutong, taste local food and experience the street life. 1. Stroll around Kunming Lake and Long Corridor at the Summer Palace 2. Lunch and snacks are included, with Vegetarian options available 3. Get insight into the history of the ancient city from your guide 4. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

from$294

2-Day Private Tour to Hanging Temple, Yungang Grottoes and More (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Delve into Datong 's rich history on this private 2-day tour from Beijing by bullet train. Discover the UNESCO-listed classical sites of Hanging Temple and Yungang Grottoes. Admire the oldest and largest glazed screen in China at Nine Dragon Screen. Be amazed by the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda which is one of the planet's oldest wooden buildings in the world. Experience the friendly services of the local tour guide who will accompany you throughout the attractions, and explore the landmarks at your own pace. The itinerary can be 100% customized based on your own interests. Tour includes English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, all entrance fee, lunch, Beijing to Datong round trip train tickets. Please book your own hotel in Datong.

from$498

Beijing Summer Palace and Buddhism Theme Teahouse Visit with Meal and Boat Ride (opens in a new tab)

5 h – 7 h

Combine the UNESCO world culture heritage site of Summer Palace and cultural delights on this enriching private tour of China’s captivating capital. Learn about the deep history and royal lifestyle of the Ming and Qing dynasties by visiting the Summer Palace. View the amazing buildings of Birds Nest and Water cube from outside, stroll around the Ruins of the Yuan Dynasty Park, at the end enjoy a tasty local lunch and tea break in a fancy Buddhist theme tea house. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, lunch, afternoon tea with snacks.

from$228

Beijing Private Layover Tour: Ming Tombs, Temple of Heaven and Wangfujing Street (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

New visitors to Beijing can get acquainted with the city at an easy-going pace on this layover tour. Save hours spent researching what to see and where by taking this tour which visits Beijing’s top attractions. Explore the Ming Tombs, a series of mausoleums to the ancient rules of the Ming Dynasty. Visit a China's ancient sacrificial building - Temple of Heaven. Walk along Wangfujing, a street known for its bustling, tantalizing outdoor market. To enhance your experience: Transportation, lunch, local delicacies and entrance fees are included. 1. Learn about the cultural importance of ancestor worship at the Ming Tombs 2. Walk around the most fashionable Wangfujing street and taste traditional local delicacy 3. Learn about local insights, history and geography from your guide 4. Make the most of limited time with convenient airport pickup and drop-off

from$317

8-Day Classic Private China Tour Combo Package To Beijing, Xi'an And Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

1 8 days

The classic 8 days private China tour is a perfect collection of beautiful main cities including Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai. Beijing: the capital city of China with rich culture; Xi'an: the ancient capital city from Qin dynasty to Tang dynasty with a lot of historical sites; Shanghai: the modern look of China. You can experience three major Chinese cities within 8 days. This is a tour combo package only, no hotel accommodation is included.

from$1,899

Beijing Layover Tour With Pick-Up (opens in a new tab)

1 h – 4 h

Our company's tourism features include the following characteristics: Foreign tourists can experience the subway in the ancient capital of Nowadays, the Beijing subway is well connected, not only can they quickly reach famous tourist attractions in Beijing, such as Tiananmen Square, the Palace Museum, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the Yonghe Palace, Hutong, The Great Wall, the Ming Tombs, but they can also visit some famous historical sites that foreign tourists can not go by tourist bus, such as the White Pagoda Temple, the Prince Gong's Mansion, the Temple of Agriculture , the Temple of the Earth. The biggest feature of this type of tourism is that it can avoid traffic congestion, greatly saving your time and cost. You can spend a lot of time and energy on tourist attractions instead of on the road. Taking the subway to travel to the ancient capital of Beijing is a brand new way of tourism experience. If foreign tourists are interested, they can experience it.

from$150

Beijing Summer Herbal Patch & TCM Doctor Consultation (opens in a new tab)

40 min

Visit a trusted TCM hospital in Beijing and discover an authentic local wellness tradition during your summer trip. Learn about Winter Illness Prevention in Summer and have the opportunity to choose optional TCM therapies such as Sanfu herbal patches, moxibustion, cupping, or acupuncture, based on your condition, personal preference, and the physician’s recommendation. Take home a unique “Body Universe Report” with personalized dietary guidance and practical wellness suggestions to help maintain your internal balance long after your visit.

from$59.90

Beijing, Historian Guided Tour of the Summer Palace (opens in a new tab)

2 h

A small group tour of the Summer Palace led by an English/Russian-speaking guide. 【Meeting Time】: 9:00 AM / 2:00 PM 【Meeting Location】: East Gate Summer Palace Tour Details: Enter the Summer Palace through the East Gate. Your journey will tell the royal anecdotes behind every scenic spot in the Summer Palace. 【Find Your Guide】: Your English/Russian guide will contact you by phone/WhatsApp/email before 8:00 PM the night before to inform you of the specific meeting time, flag colors (e.g., yellow and blue), and the guide's contact number.

from$31

Private Beijing Package Day Tour To Longqing Gorge (opens in a new tab)

9 h – 10 h

The one day Beijing private day trip provides impressive Longqing Gorge, which is located 100km away from Beijing downtown area, and this is kind of amazing Beijing combo package day trip. Private van, driver, English speaking tour guide, lunch and entrance fees of sites are included.

from$520

Beijing Simatai Great Wall Day Tour Tickets with Transfers (opens in a new tab)

3 h – 6 h

Explore Simatai Great Wall and behold stunning mountain vistas from the ancient Ming ramparts, with optional transfer service included. Overlook jagged mountain ridges, original watchtowers and the charming Gubei Water Town nestled in the valley. Highlight 1. Admission Tickets including: Gubei Water Town day time entry ticket, Simatai Great Wall ticket and round-trip cable car 2. Optional 1-way and Round-trip transfer service from Beijing 3. Take memorable photos of the rugged Simatai Great Wall and valley landscape NOTICE 1. Your booking voucher or confirmation from this platform IS NOT A TICKET 2. Only OFFICIAL E-TICKETS are valid for entry, which will be delivered to your email and platform inbox 7 days prior to your scheduled visit. Don’t forget to check your spam mailbox. 3. This package includes Gubei Water Town day time entrance ticket, Simatai Great Wall ticket and round-trip cable car fare. 4. 1-way or Round-trip transfer service is included.

from$92.37

Beijing Private Adventure Great Wall Tour (opens in a new tab)

6 h

Your personal travel starts here ! This product will provide the tour where you can see the highlights of Beijing in one day: He who has not been to the Great Wall is not real hero, Mutianyu Great Wall -The exquisite construction techniques and advanced military defense ideas show the wisdom of ancient Chinese people, "harmony between heaven and man", for this section, then have the longest sliding car(toboggan )down to the bottom of the mountain, every one loves it! in the afternoon explore the old Beijing , if you want to know what it's authentic Beijing, pls follow me to discover the history of Peking in Hutong Area.Then we will enjoy the tea ceremony, Let's start wonderful time in Beijing!

from$480

Full-Day Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

No time-consuming shopping stops, discover amazing China in your way. Visit Beijing city highlights with your private tour guide exclusively, without any stopover for shopping like some other tours, make full use of your time for experience, sightseeing and discovery. This private full day tour covers the main highlights in Beijing, follow your guide to stroll around the solemn Tiananmen Square, explore royal life in the Forbidden City, and hike the less crowded Mutianyu Great Wall with breath-taking scenery. Taste local food in the well-selected restaurant and enjoy private transfer service all the day. Spend full day to visit the Beijing highlights in your way Hike onto the most beautiful China Mutianyu Great Wall Stroll around the Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City Make full use of your time for experience and discovery Private tour is operated with just your party exclusively

from$292

Beijing Private Tour of Ming Tombs, Niaochao, Hutong and Kungfu Show plus Snacks (opens in a new tab)

10 h – 11 h

Visit several top attractions to learn about the cultural importance of ancestor worship, the original Beijing atmosphere and Chinese culture. Explore a series of mausoleums to the ancient rules of the Ming Dynasty; visit two modern landmark buildings at Beijing Olympic Park; enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower; walk along Hutong, tasting snacks and experiencing the street life. In the evening, we will admire the nighttime cityscape along the way and enjoy an excellent performance of Chinese Kungfu at Red Theatre. 1. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ming Tombs 2. Visit the Central Section of Beijing Olympic Park - the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube 3. Explore Houhai, Hutong and other buzzing, locals-frequented areas 4. Lunch and traditional snacks are included, with vegetarian options available 5. Enjoy an amazing Kungfu Show to enrich your nightlife during the Beijing trip 6. Pickup and drop-off included from most Beijing city hotels

from$363

Flavors of Beijing -Eat Like A Real Chinese (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Most visitors see Beijing's famous sights, but miss its true soul in the ancient hutongs, family-run eateries, and centuries-old rhythms. This is the Beijing we reveal. ✔ Beyond the Guidebook: Skip tourist traps. Your local expert unlocks hidden entries, untold stories, and authentic flavors of real Beijing life. ✔ Perfectly Curated: This 3-hour walk blends must-see history (like the 600-year-old Drum Tower) with hidden gems (a temple turned art space), woven together with captivating narratives. ✔ Eat Like a Local: A true food journey. Start with unlimited Pork & Scallion Buns at a legendary spot; end with a halal feast of crispy beef pie and sweet fried cakes most tourists never find. ✔ Immersive, Not Just Observational: Feel Beijing by wandering a lively market, peeking into a hutong brewery, and standing at the ancient Grand Canal’s endpoint—understanding the city’s past and present.

from$99

Beijing Private Full Day Tour with Pickup and Guide (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

New visitors to Beijing can get acquainted with the city at an easy-going pace on this full-day tour. Save hours spent researching what to see and where by taking this tour which visits Beijing’s iconic attractions. Appreciate the profound history and the amazing natural scenery at the Mutianyu Great Wall; pass by CCTV Headquarters and take some photos and enjoy an amazing Acrobatics Show at Chaoyang Theater. In the evening, walk along Hutong, seeing its night-time bars, tasting snacks and experiencing the street night life. 1. Climb 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. Enjoy an amazing Acrobatics Show to enrich your Beijing trip 5. Transport around the city is provided, starting with a pick-up at your hotel

from$334

Beijing Private Tour: Summer Palace, Niaochao, Hutong and Folk Art Show + Snacks (opens in a new tab)

10 h – 11 h

Visit several top attractions in the north of Beijing's old city center to explore a largest and best-preserved of the surviving imperial garden, visit two modern landmark buildings at Beijing Olympic Park and experience the original Beijing atmosphere in Hutong. At dusk, we will gaze over the beautifully lit-up Forbidden City. In the evening, we will walk along Qianmen Street and visit famous shops with over 100 years history. At last, enjoy splendid performances combined with outstanding folk arts while enjoying famous tea, palace snacks, as well as traditional Beijing-style snacks in Lao She Teahouse. 1. Have a bird's-eye view of the Forbidden City from Jingshan 2. Stroll around Kunming Lake and Long Corridor at the Summer Palace 3. Visit the Central Section of Beijing Olympic Park - Niaochao National Stadium and Water Cube 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$290

Forbidden City and Huanghuacheng Great wall (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Your full day tour begins with your professional guide and driver picking you up from your hotel 8:00am. Travel by a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle start to visit The Forbidden City and Less tourists Great wall . You will visit the Huanghuacheng Great wall first--- originally wild part wall from Beijing , experience it's originally scenery with wild wall, towers, damaged bricks etc. Standing on the really top point have a massive view of the whole length of the further part, admire the wall goes down from water, formed a part of ---- " water wall ", a spectacular section to enjoy, with nobody in the view. After enjoy a tasty lunch at a local restaurant . Afternoon, continue to visit the Forbidden City ,where is the emperors' office and living quarters ,enjoy the fun. When your tour is finished, you will drop-off back to your hotel.

from$108

Forbidden city with Tian'anmen square layover tour of Beijing (opens in a new tab)

5 h – 6 h

Join our group Your trip will be very smoothly, not only understand the history of Beijing, but also reduce the waiting time of scenic spots, our team will use professional knowledge, warm service to warm your heart, come on! Look forward to your joining and becoming our member. Q: Why do I choose your company? A: Because we will make the itineraries according to the needs of the guests,Sincere service, quality explanation to customers to bring unprecedented experience Q: How is the service? A:The guides are professional and friendly as well and will treat you like family. Q: Can I choose other tour? A:Yes, of course. We have many wonderful Tours for you to enjoy. Q: Do you offer round-trip Tours from the airport to tourist attractions? A:Yes, we can , We can customize the reception service according to your needs, so that you have fun is my purpose

from$240

Private day tour to Shuiguan Great Wall & Juyongguan Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

6 h – 8 h

This private day tour takes you to visit Visit two sections Shuiguan Great Wall and Juyongguan Great Wall , on a full-day private tour from Beijing . The Great Wall of China is one of the most popular attractions in China, yet the Shuiguan Great Wall and Juyongguan Great Wall sections attract lots of visitors, which means you get a experience of this world-famous landmark and each section is distinctive. This tour includes guide, lunch, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

from$198

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