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Private Huanghuacheng Great Wall Day Tour with Lunch (opens in a new tab)

1 7 h – 8 h

Visit the World Heritage-listed site Great Wall of China on a full-day private tour from Beijing. The Great Wall at Huanghuacheng is the only lakeside section of the Great Wall, breath-taking scenery and less tourists. Private tour guide, local lunch, entrance fees, hotel pickup and drop-off are all inclusive

from$168

Beijing Bike Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Particularly for the lovers who desires biking. Say no to hustlers and discover Old Beijing Hutong on your bike pedals with your tour guide. Visit big-ticket highlights such as the Drum Towers, Back Lakes, and Yinding Bridge alongside lesser-known courtyards with your experienced tour guide. Explore the old Hutongs where locals live. Sample authentic Peking Noodles as you go.

from$199

Beijing Night Driving Self-Guide Tour Assist by English Speaking Driver (opens in a new tab)

3 min – 4 min

Self-guide tour at night in Beijing, Enjoy a Beijing night tour with your English speaking driver. This private 4-hour tour allows you to experience the Chinese capital by night . To see Beijing National Stadium (Bird’s Nest and Water Cube), the Back Lakes (Hou Hai), The Place, National Grand Theater and drive pass by Tiananmen Square.

from$69.34

Private Full Day Tour to Datong Yungang Grottoes from Beijing (opens in a new tab)

5 h

Datong is one of the most ancient city in China with more than 3000 year history. It used be the capital city for the dynasties,so you will find lots of culture heritages in this city. This is a full day tour with private transfer from Beijing. The package is also attraction entrance tickets. You will be able to explore the prosperous historical and cultural relics, including Yungang Grottoes and Nine Dragon Screen.

from$368

BusDa: Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Join this Beijing Full-Day Group Tour to explore two of the city's most iconic landmarks: the Forbidden City and the Mutianyu Great Wall. In the morning, visit the majestic Forbidden City, the largest imperial palace complex in the world. Discover its rich history, stunning traditional architecture, and fascinating royal stories. Walk through grand courtyards and ornate halls where emperors once ruled. In the afternoon, head to Mutianyu Great Wall, a scenic and well-preserved section surrounded by lush forest and rolling hills. Compared to the busy Badaling area, Mutianyu offers a quieter, more relaxed hiking experience. With optional cable car or toboggan rides, you can explore at your own pace and enjoy breathtaking views. This full-day sightseeing tour by comfortable coach is perfect for first-time visitors looking to experience China’s imperial culture and ancient wonders all in one day.

from$16

Online Cooking Class Handmade Noodles by Sunflower Li (opens in a new tab)

1 h 45 min

Noodles are absolutely the No.1 dish for your birthday celebrations. Let’s make noodles. Learn the diverse tastes that Chinese food offers. Cook and eat delicious & authentic noodles at your own kitchen and comfy home. I have hosted guests from United States( San Jose, New York, L.A, Dallas, Chicago), Canada, Chili, Brazil, Israel, Australia , UK, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium. Team event, birthday parties, bridal shower, anniversaries. Kids and adults both had a fabulous time! Learn and experience A new cooking skill for a delightful weekend meal!I look forward to seeing you very soon from anywhere in the world!!

from$20

Huanghuacheng Great Wall Fun Tour with Hike, Boat, and Raft (opens in a new tab)

1 10 h

Escape the crowds and uncover Beijings special secret - the Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall, with ancient 600-year-old walls meet beautiful shiny lakes. Walk along natural, original parts of the Wall, row a boat under amazing wall sections that touch the water, or sleep outside under the stars near this famous UNESCO site. It's not crowded but always looks great in photos! This special place mixes history, excitement and peace into one amazing day trip. Whether you want to chill out or get your heart pumping, the Water Great Wall gives you a Beijing experience like no other. • Float on blue-green water, looking up at the Great Wall's amazing mirror image. • Walk on rough, original Wall parts with incredible valley views. • Relax with lakeside camping - make s'mores with the Wall shining at night. • Choose to ride exciting rapids with the Great Wall watching over you!

from$66.57

BusDa-Mutianyu GreatWall, Ding Ling and Sacred Way Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 10 h

Enjoy a personalized adventure with your Beijing Private Sightseeing Mutianyu Great Wall Half-day Tour. This popular half-day tour is ideal for those short on time, such as layover travelers, yet still seeking a rewarding cultural experience. Avoid crowds with flexible departure times and enjoy hotel pickup in a comfortable vehicle — a classic car tour that takes you directly to one of the most scenic and best-preserved sections of the Great Wall. With an English-speaking guide, you'll gain deep insights during this enriching walking tour along the ancient watchtowers and forested hills. Compared to standard bus tours or rushed city tours, your private and luxury sightseeing tour ensures privacy, freedom, and comfort. Whether you’re traveling solo or with family, this private sightseeing tour is the perfect way to explore a UNESCO treasure and capture unforgettable moments above the mountains.

from$20

Forbidden City Historian Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h 30 min

Forbidden City Small Group Guided Tour with English/Russian/Spanish-Speaking Guide 【Meeting time】: 8:30 AM / 9:30 AM/11:30 AM/ 14:00 PM 【Meeting point】: Donghuamen (East Prosperity Gate), Forbidden City Tour details: Enter the Forbidden City through Wumen (Meridian Gate). Your journey will take you through the grand halls along the central axis. 【Find Your Guide】: Your English-speaking guide/Russian-speaking guide / Spanish-speaking guide will contact you by 22:00 PM the day before via phone/WhatsApp/email with exact meeting time, flag color (e.g., yellow/blue), and guide’s contact number. Chinese citizens (including those from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) must book when online tickets for the Forbidden City are available. Once the online tickets are sold out, participation in this tour will not be possible. Furthermore, according to the regulations of the Palace Museum, Mainland Chinese citizens can only book tickets using their ID card number and Chinese name.

from$15

Beijing Private Tai Chi Class and Bike Tour at Houhai Lake (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h – 4 h

Pick up from your Beijing city hotel, enjoy a memorable 1 hour Tai Chi class on the banks of the Shicha Hai Lake. Practice some basic Tai Chi movements with a master, learns through clear communication, practice and feedback. Then glide around Houhai Lake and Hutong allays on a leisurely bike tour. Beijing city hotel pick up is included.

from$147

Forbidden City Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, Say no to hustlers and discover the city on this private half day tour. Enjoy time with your English-speaking guide, and walk through these landmarks leisurely while your guide tells you fascinating stories of their significance. Check off Beijing’s biggest attraction—The Forbidden City and Jingshan Park 1: Half-day private tour of Old Beijing City 2: Prebook your Forbidden City tickets prior to your visit 3: Choose between morning and afternoon departures to suit your schedule 4: This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

from$168

Beijing Private Tour with Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Summer Palace (opens in a new tab)

2 9 h – 10 h

The itinerary includes Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Summer Palace. All of the traditional Beijing sightseeing covered in a day. Get an overview of Beijing on this 1-day coach tour with an informative guide who provides commentary and fun facts. Let Five Star Tours be your guide in this amazing trip! 1.Visit a China's ancient sacrificial building - Temple of Heaven 2.Walk around Tiananmen Square and learn about more recent history 3.Visit the magnificent Forbidden City 4.Visit the most well-preserved royal park - Summer Palace 5.Hotel pick-up and drop-off service

from$244

Private Beijing Shopping Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 4 h – 6 h

Your own team of shopping experts is on hand for this 6-hour private tour of Beijing's markets and shops. With a choice of departure and return times to suit you, this trip allows you to shop for iconic fashion brands with all your logistics taken care of. Simply toss them inside your privately chauffeured, air-conditioned transport, leaving you free to shop some more. The itinerary can be tailored to suit your interests and requirements.You can choose to have the morning,noon or afternoon departure.

from$148

Private Day Tour to Tanzhe Temple, Jietai Temple & Summer Palace with Lunch (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 9 h

This is absolutely a unique tour that you will learn the ancient culture of Tanzhe Temple and Jietai Temple. Moreover, you will visit the beautiful emperor's garden Summer Palace. It's less tourist sightseeings in Beijing. During today, you will see the beautiful corridors, pavilions, islands in Summer Palace, the oldest Temple in Beijing Tanzhe Temple and the famous ancient pine trees in Jietai Temple.

from$193

Classic Peking Opera, Local Dinner&Old Beijing Houhai Night Tour (opens in a new tab)

9 3 h – 4 h

Embark on an unforgettable Beijing evening with a stunning blend of authentic culture, local culinary delights and enchanting old-city night views—all in one seamless tour! Make the most of your night in the capital with this perfect combination, designed to deliver an immersive taste of true Beijing charm. Choose from two tailored packages, both including Peking Opera tickets, an English-speaking guide and a dedicated driver for a hassle-free experience: Economy Package: English-speaking guide&Peking Opera tickets included; dinner and transportation at own cost. Skip dinner to explore other downtown night views. Food-Inclusive Package: English-speaking guide, Peking Opera tickets, round-trip transportation & authentic local dinner (Peking duck or alternative options) included. Immerse yourself in China’s national treasure, Peking Opera, then wander Houhai—one of Beijing’s most captivating night spots—to soak in its mesmerizing lake views and the timeless vibe of old Beijing’s hutongs.

from$86

2-Day Beijing: Great Wall, Forbidden City | No Shopping + Tai Chi (opens in a new tab)

3 2 days

What makes this tour unique? 1. Tai Chi at Temple of Heaven — 1hr private lesson with English-speaking master. 2. Flaming charcoal rice lunch — blue flames surround plate at Juqi Restaurant. 3. Hutong immersion — rickshaw + local family tea + kite or Tu'er Ye craft. 4. Great Wall VIP — round-way cable car + exciting toboggan ride down. 5. 100% pure play — no shopping, no factory visits, no hidden fees. 6. Flexible private tour — fully customizable. Important: Forbidden City tickets need real-name booking 7 days ahead. Provide passport info. Monday closure -> Summer Palace instead. Free pickup within Beijing's 3rd Ring Road. Weather policy: full refund or reschedule.

from$520

Group Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

1 9 h

This small group (3 to 15 pax) day highlight tour will show you 3 most popular and must see attractions in Beijing, including Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall. Round trip transfer, entrance fee on the Great Wall are inclusive, and lunch, Cable car or toboggun will cost by your own. Come and enjoy this wonderful day trip to get to know some interesting stories about this amazing city.

from$138

A Beijing Tour Along the Central Axis (with Forbidden City) (opens in a new tab)

2 h – 4 h

By wandering around the central Beijing, where the inner city preserved most major attractions to date, you'll get a quick glimpse of how Beijing-city of power has changed-both itself and to China. We start our journey at Tian'an Men Square, to see the largest urban plaza in the world, where all Chinese people yearn for. And also, National Museum of China, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, Great Hall of People, Zhengyangmen Gate located in the Square. Then we walk down an underpass towards the Tian'an Men Gate itself, walking towards it to see the Forbidden City-the Palace Museum witnessed the rise and fall of modern China. We shall then walk towards the Wangfujing Street to shop and feel the future of Beijing. Want to feel the hutong culture of Beijing? We will visit Qianmen Street where most hutong was preserved till now as well. At the end of the day, We climbed the Jingshan Park to have the whole view of Beijing City.

from$45.60

Private Tour: Beijing Cuisine Dinner and Chinese Kung Fu Show (opens in a new tab)

2 3 h

While you’re in Beijing, treat yourself to delicious home-style Beijing cuisine and enjoy an exhilarating Chinese martial arts show. Your private tour guide will introduce you to must-have Beijing specialties and you’ll get to try various dishes. After dinner, you’ll see an impressive Chinese martial arts performance displaying Shaolin boxing.

from$133

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