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2-Day Beijing City Highlight Tour with Forbidden City (opens in a new tab)

2 days

Tick the best of Beijing off your bucket list in the comfort of a privately guided 2-Day city tour. Visit the famous attractions of Beijing: Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Lama Temple. Shop at Pearl &Silk Market and Hutong. Complete your shopping list of the trip. Your itinerary is fully customizable. A comprehensive package with Taxi fare, entrance fees, and lunch are all inclusive

from$320

Forbidden City Tour With Entrance Tickets (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Your guide will meet you at 9:00 at the East gate of Forbidden City,You will travel through time and dream back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Among the majestic palaces with red walls and golden roofs, imagine the grandeur of emperors holding court and the hidden struggles of concubines in the inner courts. Then you are going to JingShan Park and will see whole roof of the Forbidden city from the top of hill, finish your happy tour here.

from$45

Private Beijing Day Tour Boating in Summer Palace and Hutong Visiting (opens in a new tab)

5 h – 6 h

Visit a famous emperor garden of the summer palace where you will take a boat ride on the beautiful Kunming Lake to enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Summer Palace. During this Beijing tour, you will also get to Hutong as well as experience the Beijing people's local life and local food in Hutong area. Feel the historical in the bell and Drum Tower square and a local lunch are also included.

from$190

Beijing Authentic Food Walking Tour in Old Hutong &Jingshan Park (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

Get out of your comfort zone and experience Chinese food at its best on this food-focused walking tour. Work up an appetite and join us for dinner, or really test your taste buds with the breakfast option. Enjoy informative insights into traditional cuisine from your professional guide, who leads you through the tasty treats on offer at various local restaurants and noodle shops. Meander through the zig-zagging streets of traditional Hutongs Breakfast tours include Chinese traditional fare, including fried liver if you want Dinner tours include local favorites like Beijing Muslim hotpot Dietary needs can be accommodated

from$188

Private Beijing City Highlight Tour with Calligraphy Class (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 by private car or public transportation on this door-to-door private tour. Check off Beijing’s biggest attractions—Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square-and stroll through historic Hutong alleys. Immerse yourself at Hutong Calligraphy Class with an excellent culture experience. A comprehensive package with private private guide, entrance fees, taxi fare, lunch and Calligraphy Class are all inclusive

from$218

Tour UNESCO Beijing Central Axis by Bike (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h – 5 h

Cycle along a living timeline of Chinese civilization! Traverse the UNESCO-listed Beijing Central Axis, a 7.8-kilometer corridor that has anchored the capital’s imperial layout for 800 years. From the imposing Zhengyangmen Gate to the celestial Forbidden City, pedal past ancient watchtowers, vermilion-walled palaces, and hidden hutongs—where every cobblestone whispers tales of Ming and Qing dynasties. 1. See Famous Places Up Close: Cycle past Beijing's key sites like Yongdingmen Gate and Shichahai at a relaxed pace perfect for sightseeing. 2. Learn Local Stories: Discover hidden alleys and hear tales about Beijing's sun-aligned city planning. 3. Experience Old and New Beijing: Cycle freely through a blend of historic architecture and modern city life. 4. Small, Friendly Groups: Maximum 10 people, with flexible stops for photos and snacks.

from$168

3-Day Private Beijing City Highlight Tour with Temple of Heaven and Hutong (opens in a new tab)

3 days

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 or public transport on this door-to-door private tour. Check off Seven of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Lama Temple and 798 Art Zone—and stroll through historic hutong alleys. Shop at Silk and Pearl markets and complete your shopping lists.

from$480

Private Day Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall & Chaoyang Acrobatic Show in the Evening (opens in a new tab)

1 9 h

This private day highlight tour will show you the UNESCO site in Beijing, one of the seven wonders in the world Mutianyu Great Wall. In addtion, you will enjoy the famous acrobatic in the envening. Private transfer, entrance fee, round way cable car or toboggan tickets on the Great Wall, Acrobatic show ticket and lunch are inclusive. Come and enjoy this wonderful day trip to get to know some interesting stories about this amazing city.

from$212

Private Mutianyu Great Wall Night Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 5 h

Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time on a private half-day tour. Climb the hillside and be rewarded with stellar views of the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of each of these iconic landmarks. 1: Check off the UNESCO world Heritages –The Great Wall of China 2: Visit Mutianyu Great Wall during the sunset to avoid the heat of the day. 3: Hotel pick-up and drop-off included with professional English-speaking guide 4: Prebook your tickets prior to your visit

from$249

Beijing Private Layover Guide Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Temple of Heaven (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Mutianyu Great Wall is located at North part of Beijing, It's about 75km away from downtown Beijing or Beijing Capital Airport, and It takes about an hour and a half to drive there, Mutianyu Great Wall Tourist Zone is surrounded by mountains and possesses beautiful scenes, The place is taken as the Most Beautiful Site of the Great Wall at home and abroad. The most important is less crowded. It is 20 watchtowers open to public. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Temple of Heaven was the place where the emperors came to worship the God of Heaven and prayed for good harvest, The Temple of Heaven is not only the largest group of temple building in China, but also the largest heaven-worshipping architecture in the world.

from$139

Beijing Private Culture Tour: Chinese Calligraphy Class and Mutianyu Great Wall with Cable Car Ride (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Immerse yourself in the captivating history and rich culture on a private guided full-day tour from Beijing. Set out on sightseeing tour of the less crowded Great Wall at Mutianyu section. Walk alongside your private guide as you visit it, enjoy the history and everything surround you!  Spend two hours learning the traditional art of Chinese calligraphy. Under the expert eye of a master calligrapher, you’ll practice using the tools of the trade: brushes, ink and paper. Try your hand at writing Chinese characters in an artistic style. Take your completed calligraphy work home as a special souvenir of your cultural experience. Tour includes entrance fee, cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan down at the Great Wall, lunch, Beijing city hotel pick up and drop off.

from$254

Explore Beijing at Night Private Walking Tour with Pickup (opens in a new tab)

4 h – 5 h

Beijing’s prosperity and cultural heritage has given rise to a varied and colorful nightlife. New visitors to Beijing can get multiple experiences at an easy-going pace on this evening tour. Begin with a visit to Jingshan Park and gaze over the beautifully lit-up Forbidden City and other landmarks. Later, walk along Qianmen Street and taste local traditional snacks. In the evening, enjoy an impressive Peking Opera performance at Liyuan Theater. 1. Have a bird's-eye view of Forbidden City with golden rays of the setting sun 2. Walk along Qianmen Main Street and visit famous shops with over 100 years history 3. Local traditional snacks are included 4. Get insight into the history of the ancient city from your guide 5. Experience Beijing like a local by public transportation

from$137

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Private Tour with Direct Access (opens in a new tab)

3 9 h

Explore Mutianyu on a private Great Wall day designed around your pace, not a fixed group schedule. Your dedicated driver picks you up from your Beijing hotel in a premium electric vehicle and takes you directly to the scenic-area access point near the cable-car base, avoiding the public shuttle transfer. Entrance and selected mountain-ride tickets are arranged in advance, so you can head straight to the Wall and explore in your own company. Walk as much or as little as you like, stop for photos, and choose when to return. Behind the scenes, China Vibe handles the practical details: timing, tickets, route planning, traffic, weather checks, and real-time English support if plans change. Reclining seats, bottled drinks, phone charging, and child seats on request make the return comfortable after the hike. No shopping stops or forced pacing. This option is designed for guests who prefer to explore the Wall privately without a live guide.

from$255

Camping on the ancient Great Wall (opens in a new tab)

18 2 days

While plenty of visitors to Beijing visit the Great Wall of China, few get the chance to actually spend the night on it. With this overnight camping experience, you'll get to spend the night in a tent in the wall Tower with all camping gear and round-trip transfers from Beijing provided. Watch the sunset, spend the night, and watch the sunrise from the Great Wall for truly memorable experience.

from$200

Private Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace English Speaking Driver Transfer (opens in a new tab)

4 8 h – 9 h

Enjoy the self-guide day trip with private English speaking driver service. No pushing and rushing. Private English speaking driver service with two must to see attractions in Beijing. ( Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace ) . 9 hours private service beat of rushed , pickup time more flexible , self-guide trip more freedom for each attractions .

from$95

Beijing Private Tour with Lama Temple, Temple of Confucius, Hutong+Folk Art Show (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Explore several iconic attractions to experience the original Beijing atmosphere and Chinese culture. Visit the colorful Lama Temple; walk into Temple of Confucius to feel the wisdom of Confucius; enjoy an excellent drumming performance at Drum Tower and walk into Hutong to gain insight into ancient Chinese customs, watching a cricket show and learning paper-cutting. At dusk, have a bird’s eye view of Forbidden City from Jingshan, 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, traditional Beijing-style snacks in Lao She Teahouse. 1. Visit many of Beijing’s iconic attractions on a private full-day tour 2. Enjoy an outstanding Folk Art Show to enrich your nightlife during the Beijing trip 3. Get local tips and insights from your guide from your guide 4. Experience Beijing like a local by public transportation

from$257

All Inclusive Great Wall Tour and Olympic Stadium (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 by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off one of the 7th ancient wonders in the world, the Great Wall of China. Stroll through the olympic stadium park. A delightful Beijing Style Cuisine are all inclusive. 1: Full Day private tour of old Beijing 2: Enjoy the personalized attention of your private guide 3: Visit the World Unesco Heritage: Great Wall of China 4: Take it easy with pickup and drop-off direct from your hote

from$249

Private Mutianyu Great Wall and Beijing Sightseeing Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Walk on the iconic Great Wall and pick your favorite Beijing sights to see on this 9-hour customizable tour with private guide and driver. You'll spend the morning at the Great Wall at Mutianyu, a fully restored and scenic section of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, before choosing your preferred spots to visit in Beijing.

from$240

Juyongguan Great Wall Half Day Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 h

Juyong Pass ranks as the first of the three impregnable passes along the Great Wall (the other two are Jiayuguan Pass and Shanhaiguan Pass). Besides the ancient wall, many old buildings, like towers and temples, can be seen there. This half day tour takes you to explore the first of the three Great Wall passes. Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking expert guide and entrance ticket fee are all included. Spend half day to hike the impregnable Juyongguan Pass Visit the first of three impregnable passes along Great Wall Take amazing photos of magnificent Great Wall in China Take the tour either in the morning or in the afternoon Private tour is operated with just your party exclusively

from$222

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