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All Inclusive Private Trekking Tour at XiGou Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

9 h

Take a hike on the wild side. Xigou was constructed during the Ming Dynasty in 1381. Although many sections of the wall are remote, this section remains untouched and unrestored. You’ll be among the very few to ever traverse this section of the wall.

from$201

Tianjin Xingang Port to Beijing Mutianyu Wall Private Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Option A: Tianjin port pick up to visit Mutianyu Wall and drop off at your hotel in Beijing or Beijing airport. Option B: pick you up your hotel in Beijing or Beijing airport and drop off at Tianjin Port. Mutianyu section Wall is less-crowed and the amazing view, featured "graceful", you will enjoy the best section among all Wall sections.

from$226

Private Full Day 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. Acomprehensive package with private guide, entrance fees, Taxi fare, lunch are all inclusive. 1: Private Full Day Tour of Old Beijing 2: Experience Beijing in a more intimate way, with a private guide 3: See the Summer Palace and Old Beijing Hutong 4: Eat delicious authentic lunch at Hutong

from$168

Beijing Private Layover Tour of Mutianyu Great Wall and Beihai Park (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Beijing is the best destination to admire the Great Wall and culture of China. With the assistance of private guide, we will visit Mutianyu Great Wall and Beihai Park during this layover tour. Appreciate the profound history and the amazing natural scenery at the Mutianyu Great Wall. Stroll around Beihai Park, admire the imperial architecture, views and explore different effects of mountain-water combinations in ancient Chinese architectures. 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. Lunch is included, with vegetarian options available 4. Private guide for a more personalized experience 5. Transport around the city is provided, starting with a pick-up at your hotel

from$304

Beijing Private 8-Hour Tour with Driver & Entry Tickets (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

Book this private 8-hour Beijing driver tour with included attraction tickets and enjoy hassle-free central hotel pickup. Our experienced drivers know Beijing’s landmarks well and carry multi-language translation devices, enabling smooth communication no matter which language you speak. Customise your journey to match your interests: imperial palaces, ancient temples, traditional hutong lanes, or authentic local food stops. We handle your entry tickets, so you can explore without extra booking stress.

from$79

2-Day Private Luoyang City and Shaolin Temple Tour from Beijing (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Explore Shaolin Temple and Luoyang City on this 2-day private tour with a knowledgable guide from Beijing. Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism. Longmen Grottoes are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art, one of the three most famous Grottoes in China, White Horse Temple is the first Buddhist temple in China. Local lunch, entrance fees, private transfer, accommodation are are inclusive

from$798

Lama Temple and Confucius Temple Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Explore two important religious and scholarly sites in old Beijing on a private half-day tour: the Lama Temple and the Confucius Temple with the Imperial College. Your guide explains the architecture, rituals, imperial education system, and neighborhood history while keeping the pace relaxed. Choose a transfer or no-transfer option depending on where you are staying. Admission to both temples and selected Beijing snacks are included, and other-language guides are available when the correct option is chosen. Transportation fees may apply if you select the no-transfer option or stay outside the pickup area.

from$255

Private Beijing 2D2N: Jinshanling, Night Wall & Acrobats (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Experience Beijing without compromise. This premium private tour is designed for travelers who want to maximize every minute, offering an immersive journey that spans from daytime to well after dark across two action-packed days and evenings. While standard excursions strictly limit themselves to standard 8-hour daytime windows, this tour extends into the night to showcase Beijing's vibrant nightlife and the magical, illuminated Great Wall.Skip the crowded, generic tourist routes. You will travel deep into the countryside to explore three distinct, world-famous sections of the Great Wall—Mutianyu, Jinshanling, and Simatai—capturing both daylight vistas and enchanting night views. Combined with all of Beijing’s iconic imperial landmarks, world-class entertainment, and authentic culinary experiences, this is the ultimate private VIP itinerary for travelers who have limited time in Beijing but still want to experience the very best the city has to offer.

from$599

Ming Tomb and Pagoda Forest Sidecar Day Trip with Option (opens in a new tab)

8 h

This private day trip takes you off the beaten path to two of Beijing’s most extraordinary (yet rarely visited) historical treasures: The Ming Tombs and the Yinshan Pagoda Forest, hidden in the quiet folds of the mountains. Glide past ancient stone guardians, climb into pine-covered hills, and experience a deep sense of freedom — all from the comfort and thrill of a classic sidecar. For those who crave more mystery, you can add a descent into Dingling Tomb, the only excavated imperial tomb in China. This is not just a sightseeing tour. This is a ride into forgotten history with style. Walk the iconic Sacred Way of Ming Tomb Explore the Pagoda Forest, a peaceful site of ancient Buddhist pagodas nestled in the hills Enjoy a delicious local lunch at a countryside Optional Add-On: Enter Dingling Tomb’s underground palace, the only Ming tomb ever excavated Experience true freedom: stop for photos, views, and local stories whenever you like

from$299

Cuandixia Old Village Private Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

It’s challenging to get to Cuandixia Village by bus or train, so let a private guide and driver take you on the 2 hour driving from Beijing to this preserved Medieval village in the mountains. Relax and view the scenery on the drive; immerse yourself in history as you explore the courtyard homes tucked into the mountainside.

from$195

Private Luxury Tour The Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h – 9 h

Meet your guide and group in Beijing and head to the Forbidden City. Formerly known as the Purple Forbidden City, this was the royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is now the Palace Museum, a World Cultural Heritage site and a 5A-level scenic spot in China. Next, head to the Great Wall of China, a spiritual symbol of the Chinese nation. It is the most extensive and largest existing cultural heritage in China, spanning over two thousand years and stretching for tens of thousands of miles in space.

from$185

Beijing Tian’anmen Forbidden City Beihai Park and Hutong Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Hit Beijing’s top attractions in just a day on this comprehensive private layover tour. With an expert guide, stroll around Tian’anmen Square and explore the world’s best-preserved imperial residence - Forbidden City; visit Beihai Park and admire the imperial architecture. At dusk, stroll along Lotus Lane in the Back Lakes (Houhai) area, see its night-time bars and lake waters, and take in the historical Yandaixie Street and Nanluoguxiang Hutong. 1. Walk around Tiananmen Square and admire a variety of significant edifices 2. Learn about the ancient history, culture and traditions that helped shape the Forbidden City 3. Enjoy different effects of mountain-water combinations in ancient Chinese architectures at Beihai Park 4. Lunch is included, with Vegetarian diet, Beijing Duck and Sichuan Cuisine available 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient airport pickup and drop-off

from$270

Beijing Afternoon tour to Ming Tombs and Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Festival (opens in a new tab)

6 h – 8 h

Enhance your experience of two of Beijing’s most spectacular attractions with a private day trip to the Ming Tombs and the Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Festival. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, gain fascinating insight into the Dingling at the Ming Tombs. While Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Festival provides a fantastic visual experience when illuminated at night. This private day tour includes tasty local lunch, entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. Seasonal tour is offered January through end of February.

from$225

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

8 h

Discover Beijing city top attractions with a knowledgeable local expert guide. Explore the Temple of Heaven used for Heaven Worship Ceremony in Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911), visit the largest pearl distribution center in North China –Hong Qiao Pearl Market, wander around the temples, palaces, pagodas and artificial features of the Summer Palace. Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking tour guide, entrance tickets and local lunch are all inclusive. Learn Heaven Worship Ceremony at the Temple of Heaven Visit the largest pearl distribution center in North China Discover the largest and most well-preserved royal park Enjoy the stunning scenery at the royal Summer Palace

from$290

2-Day Private Trip to Yuntai Mountain and Guoliangcun Village from Beijing by Bullet Train (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Get out of the noisy Beijing city and join this 2 day trip to explore the UNESCO World Geologic Park at Yuntaishan Mountain and discover the amazing tunnel and culture at Guoliangcun Village (in Henan Province) . You will experience the convenient bullet train ride to Zhengzhou, be impressed by Guoliangcun's rugged terrain, beautiful scenery, fantastic waterscape, and the amazing tunnel. Stay overnight next to Yuntai Moutain, next morning enter a virgin forest, breath the fresh air and enjoy the charm of the nature at Yuntai. This private tour includes 2nd class bullet train tickets, entrance fee, tasty local lunch, one night accommodation, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. After the tour, you can choose to end your tour in Zhengzhou or travel back to Beijing.

from$670

Private Full-Day Tour of Beijing with Forbidden City and Lunch (opens in a new tab)

9 h

See three of the top attractions in and around Beijing with a guide on this full-day private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is included, as well as entrance fees, lunch, and a ticket for the round-trip cable car or toboggan ride at the Great Wall.

from$229

Half Day Private Highlights Tour of Forbidden City and Hutong (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h

Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time this Full Day Beijing Highlight tour. Discover the symbolic heart of China at Tiananmen Square and venture inside the Forbidden City. then climb Jingshan Park and Enjoy a bird view of of Forbidden City- Stroll through the historical Alleys Hutong. Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of each of these iconic landmarks.

from$199

Beijing Private Tour of Summer Palace, Prince Gong’s Mansion, Hutong plus 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 full-day tour. Visits some of the city's many well-known 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 is the best preserved mansion in China; Enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower; Walk along Hutong, tasting snacks and experiencing 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$259

Full-Day Private Layover Tour of Beijing with Guide (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Immerse yourself in Chinese history and culture on this layover excursion to Mutianyu Great Wall, Drum Tower and Hutong. With an expert guide, appreciate the profound history and the amazing natural scenery at the Mutianyu Great Wall; enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower; walk along Hutong, taste traditional food and experience the street life. According to your preference, your guide will recommend some delicious local foods to eat. 1. Go on a guided hike at Mutianyu Great Wall and admire picturesque views 2. Cable car up and toboggan down are included to save your time and energy 3. Lunch and traditional snacks are included, with vegetarian options available 4. Learn about local insights, history and geography from your private guide 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient airport pickup and drop-off

from$297

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