Top Beijing Day Trips

See three of Beijing's top attractions on this full-day private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip cable car or chairlift and toboggan tickets at the Great Wall are included.

Escape the massive crowds at the Great Wall of China at Badaling and visit the restored Mutianyu section on this hassle-free and budget-friendly full-day group tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the wall’s history and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watchtowers and enjoy an optional cable car ride (own expense). A Chinese lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Enjoy some of the best hiking anywhere on the Great Wall of China with this small-group tour from Beijing. Head for Jinshanling, a less-visited part of the wall with more than 15 watchtowers and steep gradients that give constantly changing perspectives and wide, open views. On a clear day, it is difficult to fail to take good photographs here.

Visit the Great Wall on this tour from Beijing with a private driver. Get picked up at your hotel and travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a less crowded section. Explore independently and hike along the wall to see its many panoramic views at your own pace. Optional extras include a cable car ride and toboggan ride. Customize the start time of this private tour to suit your schedule.

The Great Wall is China’s signature sight but far outside Beijing making independent access difficult. This private tour offers hassle-free round-trip transportation from Beijing to the Mutianyu or Jinshanling sections, with options to add the Summer Palace or different language tours. Enjoy personalized attention and explore at your own pace with included entrance fees and shuttle bus transfers.

Escape the crowds at other sections of the Great Wall and soak in the scenery and history at Jinshanling during a small-group self-guided day hike from Beijing. Walk a 3.7-mile (6-kilometer) section from East Five Window Tower to Brick Crenel, with the option to enjoy daytime or sunset views With water, admission tickets, and round-trip transit from Beijing included, logistics are made simple.

In this tour you will walk through three different Hutong zones to discover different sides of Beijing life. You will see neighborhoods where time seems to stand still - quiet alleys where locals still enjoy their daily routines, and living at a slower pace. As we continue, the Hutongs begin to change. We'll pass through lively streets filled with century-old shops, traditional eateries, and a festive atmosphere. You'll also see newly renovated alleys transformed into boutique cafes and stylish spaces. Tour Highlights: -Explore some lesser-known Hutongs and meet real Beijing locals -Taste traditional Beijing snacks and sweets during the walk - Discover traces of imperial-time life in Beijing: bathhouses, clubhouses, and even an opium post -Discover a hidden water alley with charming vibes -Visit century-old shops once leading the fashion in imperial Beijing -Learn how the old walled city disappeared and the dramatic history behind it

Discover the beauty of the Summer Palace with ease, thanks to this convenient admission package. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, you can save time and get in quicker. Also, if you’re keen to learn more about the palace’s history, you can upgrade to a package with a tour included as well as transportation options if you need them.

Ride the bullet train from Beijing to Tianjin on this privately guided full-day tour. See several highlights in China's fourth-largest city, including the Porcelain House, colonial buildings of the Five Great Avenues (Wudadao), the Tianjin Eye Ferris wheel, and Ancient Culture Street (Gu Wenhua Jie). Hotel transport, lunch, entrance tickets, and train fare are included.

Visit highlights of Xi'an including the Terracotta Warriors with this private day tour from Beijing by train. You will be picked up from your Beijing hotel and dropped off at Beijing/Xi'an hotel.

Go off the beaten path in Beijing to visit a hutong (traditional-style neighborhood) with a private guide for an authentic experience of local Chinese cuisine and the rich culture of old Beijing. Sample more than 20 different dishes at small eateries including locally owned shops, bakeries, and restaurants. Meet the owners and learn about Chinese culinary customs on this half-day tour including all food tastings.

Take a day bullet train trip from Beijing to Da Tong see the spectacular Yun Gang Grottoes -- one of the four famous Grottoes from china; Hanging Temple, that listed on the top 10 dangerous buildings from the world, two amazing sites within one day. Stress free, round trip bullet train ticket, all sights entrance fees, a tasty chef-prepared delicious lunch as well as and zip seamlessly transfer services between Beijing to Da tong are well pre-booked and organized.

Enjoy a stress-free and enlightening visit to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Forbidden City—a highlight of any Beijing trip—on this small-group half-day walking tour, with tickets included. Your guide leads you through highlights of this vast, elaborately decorated complex during a morning or afternoon tour—choose a time to suit your schedule. Note that this tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart problems.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Avoid shared shuttles and long taxi lines after your flight, and meet your driver directly at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). Relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence in Beijing with a private tour designed for your group size.

The Great Wall of China is one of the world’s most iconic attractions, but many parts of the ancient barricade are packed with tourists. During this rugged outdoor sightseeing adventure, you’ll escape the crowds at the under-the-radar Jingshanling section. Discover untrodden terrains with a picturesque hike through the rolling countryside, with free time to photograph the ruins of stone towers. Private round-trip transportation from Beijing and a tasty Chinese lunch are included.

Watch Beijing light up for the night on a private sightseeing tour. Travel with a private guide in a comfortable vehicle to see Tiananmen Square, and admire the dramatic architecture of the National Centre for the Performing Arts, CCTV headquarters and Beijing National Stadium. Discover local bars around Houhai Lake, and check out the colorfully lit Central Business District shopping centers. Includes option to include dinner or an acrobatics show.

Make the most of your layover in Beijing and explore the city without stressing about how to get around on this private, customizable half-day, full-day, or extended tour. Meet your guide at Beijing Capital International Airport or your airport hotel, then explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and other sights on your list (entrance fees extra). Your guide ensures timely return for your connecting flight.

Experience two different sections of the Great Wall, and watch the sunset, without the hassle of logistics, on this private guided sunset tour of the Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling from Beijing. Journey to the Great Wall at Gubeikou, and then the wall at Jinshanling to watch the sunset from the wall. Round-trip transportation from Beijing and lunch are included for a seamless sightseeing experience.

The experience of the Jinshanling Great Wall is unique. It is less crowded and all you can see is the real Great Wall and natural scenery. The whole Hiking on the Great Wall takes about 4.5 hours. It is breathtakingly beautiful and a dream place for mountaineering enthusiasts. The Jinshanling Great Wall is undoubtedly the most beautiful section of the Great Wall in China. It's near Beijing, but in Hebei Province. The one-way trip takes about 2 hours, and the Mutianyu Great Wall is 1.5 hours. The return trip may also be delayed(take about 2.5 hours) due to checkpoints. Except for the distance, there is no point to complain. But when you reach the top of the Jinshanling Great Wall and see the stunning scenery, you will feel that all these difficulties are worth it.

Whether you’re arriving in or departing from Beijing, minimize the stress of negotiating unfamiliar apps, long taxi lines, and the language barrier with this convenient 1-way transfer service. Your driver meets and greets you with a name sign and transfers you directly to your hotel or your chosen airport. Pay the transparent fee online, in advance, in the currency you choose—there are no hidden charges.

1) Taking advantage of the newly built Beijing-Datong bullet train, your day trip to Datong becomes possible. It only takes 2 hours each way. It is something perfect to do if you have an extra day in Beijing. 2) Our guide in Datong is one of the best tour guides, fluent in English, and knowledgeable about Shanxi history and culture. Very experienced in time management also to make sure you enjoy the most. 3) Have a taste of Shanxi-style food at lunch, not found in Beijing. 4) Private tour, so you will have a dedicated team to work for you.

You can’t visit Beijing without a visit to the Great Wall of China. See the UNESCO-listed wall at its most magical on this guided sunrise tour. Travel by private vehicle from Beijing to Jinshanling Great Wall. Enjoy a self-guided hike from the east gate to the middle gate, and enjoy the sunrise views along the way.

Hike the Great Wall of China, a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site, from Jinshanling to Simatai, with your private English speaking guide.You’ll have the ease of private transport to avoid any hustle of trying to organize this tour yourself. Transfers to and from your hotel in Beijing, tools,parking fee, and bottled water are included. Start early to beat the crowd and enjoy the hike!