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

3 days

Explore amazing sites of Beijing and Datong from this private 3 day tour led by local English speaking tour guide. Spend beautiful time at the impressive Great wall, Forbidden city, Jade factory, summer palace , temple of heaven, silk museum and Tiananmen square . You’ll also visit other Datong city sites such as Yungang grottoes and Temple in the midair.

from$1,120

Beijing Airport to Qianmen Hutong, Forbidden City Mini Group Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 4 h – 8 h

Wander through the ancient hutongs of Beijing's Qianmen Street, sampling authentic Beijing-style street snacks along the way. Marvel at the towering imperial palaces and step behind the walls of the Forbidden City to discover the real lives of the emperors. Departing from Beijing Capital Airport aboard your dedicated air-conditioned coach, the tour concludes at the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City — leaving you with maximum freedom to head back to the airport or continue exploring more of Beijing on your own.

from$58.50

Beijing Private Tour to Huangyaguan Great Wall and Dule Temple (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Discover two famous historical treasures on a private day trip to Huangyaguan Great Wall and Dule Temple from Beijing. A visit to the less crowded section—Huangyaguan will accomplish your China Dream! While the Dule Temple will take you back to 1000 years ago, to witness the oldest surviving timber structure in Asia. At the same time you will be amazed by the country’s biggest colorful clay Guanyin sculptures in Dule Temple. Chinese lunch, entrance fees, English speaking tour guide, private vehicle and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

from$268

China Wild Great Wall Sunset Photography Trip From Beijing (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h – 9 h

You may admire the beautiful scenery of China Great Wall and interested to take fascinating photos of Great Wall sunset, this is the perfectly customized trip for you. Lead by local professional Photography guide, walk along Gubeikou Great Wall and enjoy plenty of photography stops, capture the true nature of Gubeikou Mountain from General Tower, trek the Jinshanling Great Wall to the best photo place, and enjoy the most beautiful Sunset view from the Great Wall.

from$375

Beijing Private Day Tour of Religious Experience (opens in a new tab)

8 h

This tour is customized for those who are very interested in Chinese Religions. Spend full day with a local expert guide to explore the Chinese religious heritages in Beijing, learn Chinese religious history and culture. You will visit the Taoism temples (Temple of Heaven, White Cloud Temple), Buddhist temples (Lama Temple, Fayuan Temple), the Confucian Temple and the Ox Street Mosque. Customized private tour for Chinese Religions fans Explore the Chinese religious heritages in Beijing Learn about Chinese religious history and culture Full day Chinese Religions experience with a local Private tour is operated with just your party only

from$299

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

4 6 h – 9 h

Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City are highly representative historical and cultural attractions in Beijing. Choose a private tour of the Mutianyu Great Wall and the Forbidden City to enjoy an exclusive time of historical and cultural exploration and gain an unforgettable and unique memory of Beijing! Highlights • Convenient transportation: Depart directly from your located place and reach the scenic spots directly, avoiding the trouble and time waste of transferring to public transportation • Professional tour guide explanations: Enable you to better appreciate and understand the value of scenic spots • Thoughtful service: The tour guide can help you purchase tickets in advance, assist with taking photos, and recommend restaurants based on your taste and needs, among other issues during the trip • Flexible and free itinerary: The tour guide will adjust the pace of the tour according to your physical strength and time arrangement, without having to accommodate the group schedule

from$180

Beijing Private Tour including Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Olympic Park (opens in a new tab)

9 h – 10 h

Take a Beijing day tour to pack in the city’s top sights in a convenient way. With an expert guide, travel the city by private transportation, stopping at major attractions like Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Summer Palace. Plus, you will have a whole new experience-tasting the traditional and authentic local food. 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 Bird's Nest and the Water Cube at the Olympic Park 5.Learn about local insights, history, and geography from your guide 6.Hotel pickup and drop-off included

from$244

Private Beijing Food Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Start the day bright and early with this breakfast tour of the hutongs around Houhai (Rear Lake). Rather than lumbering down to a nearby fast-food chain for a trashy breakfast, sample a range of fresh Chinese breakfast dishes and treats at the hutong’s many eateries, from dim sum, jianbing (Chinese crepe) and congee to locally-sourced dragon fruits and baby oranges. You might even discover a new favorite meal. Afterward, enjoy a brisk walk around Beijing Old Hutong.

from$149

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

8 h – 9 h

While on layover at Beijing Capital International Airport, experience four signature sights of Beijing on the guided tour. After a convenient airport 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 and Local Speciality 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$277

Private Tour: Forbidden City, Food Tasting & Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

8 h

•Guided tour of the Forbidden City with a licensed English-speaking guide who brings 600 years of imperial history to life •Authentic Hutong food tasting: savor iconic Beijing flavors including Yao Ji steamed buns, Zhajiang noodles, fried spring rolls, and pea cake — this IS your meal, no separate lunch needed •Hike the Mutianyu Great Wall with far fewer crowds than Badaling •Door-to-door private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary water throughout the day •All entrance tickets, private transfer, and Hutong food tastings are 100% included •Accommodates groups from 1 to 15 travelers — perfect for families, friends, and corporate outings

from$280

Beijing Layover Tour: Explore More in the Forbidden City, Hutong + Paper-cutting (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

With this layover tour you can make the most of your layover and get a in-depth experience in Beijing. With the assistance of our knowledgeable guide, we will walk into this ancient city and explore more in the Forbidden City and Hutong. The itinerary includes visiting Forbidden City, walking into Hutong to visit a local home and gain insight into ancient Chinese customs, watching a cricket show and learning paper-cutting. 1.Visit the largest wooden architectural complex in the world - The Forbidden City 2.Walk into Hutong and gain insight into ancient Chinese customs 3.Enjoy delicious Lunch (Peking duck or vegetarian options are available) 4.Round-trip airport or hotel transport by private vehicle is included on this layover tour 5.Get local tips and insights from your guide

from$368

Beijing Private Winter Tour to Huaibei Ski Resort and Mutianyu Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Visit the World Heritage-listed Great Wall of Mutianyu and have an afternoon skiing fun in Huaibei Ski Resort on this private full-day tour from Beijing. Enjoy personalized service with a private English speaking guide and comfortable round trip travel from your hotel. All entrance tickets, lunch, Great Wall cable car up (or chairlift up) and toboggan down, guide, driver service are all included in this tour (except for the ski activities cost)

from$280

2-Day Private Beijing Classic Tour with Great Wall and Top City Attractions (opens in a new tab)

2 days

As experienced tourists know there are so many attractions in Beijing. With a one day tour one can see very few of the city. Come and choose this 2 days tour combo package to enjoy most famous scenery and learn more about China’s history and culture. The private tour service includes: all private transfer, English speaking guide, entrance fee, lunch. Hotel accommodation is not included.

from$335

Wonderful Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking Group Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Meet your tour guide at the meeting point: (Subway Line 8&Line 10, Beitucheng Station, Exit C. ) (北土城地铁站C口)), then go to our destination. Explore the Mutianyu Great Wall on this group tour with our unique and exclusive route. You will be taken personally to the old Wall by our specialized guide, allowing you to see and learn about the most secret and exclusive area of the Wall. Hiking through the forest, you will be taken to the far peak of the Mutianyu Great Wall section, dodging the noisy and crowded touristic areas. Join a Chinese and foreign tourism team to experience the true customs and traditions. Tour end at transferred back to the original meeting point.

from$95.20

3-Hour Private Tour of Hutong, Calligraphy Class and Peking Duck (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

Enjoy a uniquely Chinese cultural experience by joining a calligraphy class. Learn about the importance of the form to Chinese culture as your teacher instructs you about ink strokes, brushes, rice paper, and more. Stroll though the authentic Hutong that non tourists touch. Savor a delightful Peking duck cuisine. Get to know China in depth.

from$88

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

2 days

Join this 2 day private tour to travel from Beijing to Yuntai Mountain and Shaolin Temple by bullet train. Other than experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage at Shaolin Temple, you will also get out of the noisy city, enter a virgin forest, breath the fresh air and enjoy the charm of the nature at Yuntai Mountain. 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

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

6 h

Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven in one expert-led day – no ticket queues, no map-fumbling. Explore imperial gardens, ancient altars, and local life while your guide shares royal secrets and cultural stories. Bluetooth ear‑hook earphones keep you tuned in to every detail. Then choose your perfect finale: Kung Fu performance – watch martial arts mastery in action. Hongqiao Market – browse pearls, silk, and souvenirs. Just the classics – enjoy both sites without extra stops. This isn’t a cookie‑cutter tour. It’s your Beijing, your way – with expert guiding, included tickets, and a cultural bonus that fits your style. Spots are limited – secure yours today.

from$68

2 Day Beijing Jinshanling Great Wall and Gubei Water Town Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Highlights of the Tour • Pure sightseeing with no shopping stops. • Discover the Jinshanling Great Wall, a less-crowded, pristine section praised for its stunning views. • Immerse yourself in the charm of Gubei Water Town, complete with traditional Chinese aesthetics, local customs, and vibrant performances. • Stay overnight in a water town guesthouse, offering an authentic cultural experience.

from$830

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