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All Inclusive Tour to Forbidden City,Tiananmen Square and Hutong (opens in a new tab)

2 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 by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off World UNESCO Heritage,, the Forbidden City. Visit Tian"anmen Square, Drum Tower—and stroll through historic hutong alleys. A comprehensive package with private guide, entrance fees, and lunch. 1: Tour Beijing’s signature sights with a private guide 2: Take in the highlights of Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City and Hutong 3: Prebook your tickets prior to your visit 4: Relax with pick up and drop off direct from your Beijing hotel

from$169

3-Hour Private Walking Tour including Monk Blessing Ceremony at Lama Temple (opens in a new tab)

6 2 h – 3 h

Would you like to have a special spiritual experience in Beijing? Come and join this interesting culture walking tour. Your friendly private guide showcases you both Lame Temple and Temple of Confucius (Imperial Collage), two most iconic temples of Beijing. In the Lama Temple, experience a Monk Blessing Ceremony for good wishes, luck, happiness and etc. In additions, you will visit Wudaoyin Hutong to see the Beijing local neighborhood area.

from$85

Forbidden City Tour (opens in a new tab)

44 2 h – 4 h

The tour include tickets to the Forbidden City, but it is required to book the tour at least 7 days in advance. If you already have your own ticket, you can book the tour just 2 days before your desired date. Your guide will meet you at Hotel Kapok (东华门木棉花酒店), strategically located for your convenience. You can easily reach the meeting point by taxi. Rest assured, your guide is meticulously chosen for their expertise and profound insights into the history, architecture, and culture of the palace.

from$116

Mutianyu Great Wall Ticket with Cable Car, Ropeway in Beijing (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h – 3 h

Experience one of the world's greatest wonders with a visit to the magnificent Mutianyu Great Wall, the most scenic and best-preserved section of the Great Wall of China. Enjoy a comfortable journey to the top by cable car or ropeway, where breathtaking mountain views and beautifully restored ancient fortifications await. With fewer crowds than other sections, Mutianyu offers a more relaxed and enjoyable way to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site while capturing spectacular photos from its historic watchtowers. Perfect for families, couples, solo travelers, and history enthusiasts, this experience lets you discover the Great Wall at your own pace. Walk along the impressive stone pathways, admire centuries-old architecture, and immerse yourself in the remarkable history of one of the world's most iconic landmarks. Surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills, the scenery is especially beautiful throughout the changing seasons.

from$70

Guided City Highlights Tour with Peking Duck Lunch Option (opens in a new tab)

104 8 h 30 min

This package is the most typical and selected city tour in Beijing. It covers all the must-sees in the city and savoring the iconic Peking Roast Duck dish. For this package, you also have the chance to have a look of the famous Olympic stadiums, the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.

from$188

Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy (opens in a new tab)

16 8 h

This fully-customizable private sightseeing tour offers you a wonderful Beijing city attraction experience in a free style. Visit top attractions like Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Park, Lama Temple, Hutongs, Summer Palace and some shopping market and etc. Choose 3 to 4 sights to visit in 8 hours (entrance fees at your own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off by subway is included.

from$106

Beijing Private Tour The MuTianYu Great Wall The Summer Palace (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h – 9 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. You will have beautiful views of the Great Wall and will take the cable car up and slide down after,Fun and exciting, If you want to leave a wonderful trip to the Great Wall and take beautiful photos, Mutianyu Great Wall is your best choice.after that You will have a wonderful afternoon in the Summer Palace. The scenery of the Summer Palace is like a beautiful picture scroll. Walking in the picture scroll, you will feel like dreaming back to the Qing Dynasty during the professional explanation of the guide

from$210

2 Day Private Tour: Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Beijing by Bullet Train (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Join this 2 day tour to travel from Beijing to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes by bullet train. Accompanied by your own private guide, you will experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes; Watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes Beijing to Zhengzhou, Luoyang to Beijing bullet train tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to finish your tour in Luoyang/ Zhengzhou or back to Beijing

from$585

5-Day Beijing Private Tour: City Highlights and Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

5 days

Visit highlights of Beijing including the Beijing airport/train station pick up & drop off, Tiananmen, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven, Mutianyu Great Wall, Ming Tombs, Summer Palace, Houhai Lake area with Rickshaw Hutong, Nanluoguxiang Street and Lama Temple with this private 3 day tour from Beijing. You will be picked up from Beijing airport and dropped off at your Beijing hotel.

from$750

8 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

24 8 days

The 8 days private tour covers three most essence tourist cities in China: Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai. The visiting lasts 6-8 hours each day so your tour would be more relaxing and you will have an deeper look of the things you like most.

from$2,115

Private 4-Day Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu & Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

3 4 days

This 4-day China tour offers a unique opportunity to explore some of the most iconic cities in China. From the capital city of Beijing to the ancient city of Xi'an, from the panda city of Chengdu to the modern metropolis of Shanghai, you will immerse yourself in the diverse cultures and lifestyles of these four cities. This trip promises a multitude of experiences to engage your senses, from sightseeing to tasting delicious local cuisines. It will be an unforgettable travel experience, allowing you to truly experience the authentic China in just four days.

from$2,180

3 Days Beijing Private Tour Combo Package (opens in a new tab)

3 days

In the morning of each day, your private guide and driver will pick you up from hotel. And the tour will lead you to all classic attractions in Beijing: Badaling Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Hutong, Yonghe Palace, etc. The entrance fees and daily lunches are also covered in the cost. The only thing you need to do is to book a hotel in city area and then get prepared to enjoy the tour.

from$475

Xi'an Day Tour: Terra-Cotta Warriors & Horses from Beijing by Air (opens in a new tab)

20 14 h

Xi’An, the eternal city, records the great changes of the Chinese nation just like a living history book. Called Chang’Aan in ancient times, Xian is one of the birthplaces of the ancient civilization in the Yellow River Basin area of the country. During its 3,100 year development, 13 dynasties such as Western Zhou (11th century BC - 771 BC), Qin (221 BC - 206 BC), Western Han (206 BC - 24 AD) and Tang (618 - 907) placed their capitals here. So far, Xi’An enjoys equal fame with Athens, Cairo, and Rome as one of the four major ancient civilization capitals. The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses is a sensational archeological find of all times. It was listed by UNESCO as one of the world cultural heritages. Note: If you need to go to any other cities after the tour instead of Beijing, please contact the local tour operator once you make the booking.

from$950

All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 8 h

Leave the crowds behind and visit the serene and beautiful Mutianyu portion of the Great Wall of China. Our knowledgable, English-speaking guide guarantees access to a less crowded, well-preserved section of the wall. Stand in awe of the structure as it winds as far as the eye can see; the verdant hills and humped mountains highlighting its vast and grand nature, rightfully earning it recognition as one of the most impressive architectural feats in the world. After hiking a portion of the wall, refuel on traditional Chinese dumplings in a nearby village. The tour will then continue to the scenic Summer Palace, the original royal garden of the emperors, and enjoy a pleasant boat ride on the famous Kunming Lake.

from$198

Gubei Water Town Hot Spring Experience and Simatai Great Wall Tour from Beijing (opens in a new tab)

10 h – 12 h

This all-inclusive full day luxury private tour from Beijing takes you to visit famous Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall where you will enjoy the beautiful scenery and experience a relaxing nature hot spring. Indulging yourself with a romantic dinner and see the starry water town at the foot of Simatai Great Wall. You can choose the tour starts from 8am or after 12pm based on your preference.

from$440

Private Customized Xi'an City Highlights Day Trip from Beijing by Plane (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h – 12 h

Experience the best of Xi'an city on a full-day customized tour that includes round-trip airfare from Beijing. You’ll fly to Xi'an and be greeted by a professional guide who will help you design the perfect itinerary, see Xi'an highlights from Terracotta Warriors to City Wall to temples and markets. Travel at your own pace, and stop to snap photos, grab a souvenir or explore. Xi'an City is at your fingertips on this private tour! You can choose to finish your tour in Xi'an or return to Beijing in the evening by plane. Tour includes entrance fee, lunch, English speaking tour guide and travel by private vehicle.

from$498

13-Day Guided Bullet Train Tour from Beijing to Chengdu (opens in a new tab)

1 13 days

This 13-day journey offers a perfect blend of iconic sights and hidden gems. From Beijing’s Great Wall to Datong’s awe-inspiring Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple, each stop reveals a different side of China. In Pingyao, step back in time within ancient city walls. Xi’an combines history with vibrant local culture, while Chengdu offers not only pandas but also authentic Sichuan flavors and a slower pace of life. We offer small groups, expert local guides, high-speed train travel, and handpicked boutique stays—ensuring a deep, comfortable, and unforgettable cultural experience.

from$3,200

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