Top Beijing Multi-day Cruises

When your cruise ship reaches Tianjin cruise port, explore Beijing and the Great Wall of China on this private 2-day shore excursion. With hotel and transportation to the sites included, discover must-see attractions including Tiananmen Square and the UNESCO–listed Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu section of the world-famous Great Wall.

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 the chairlift and toboggan ride at the Great Wall.

Eat your way around Beijing’s old "hutong" alleyways and courtyards on a small-group tour. Enjoy several food stops at tucked-away restaurants and homes you wouldn’t find by yourself. Sample staples such as Beijing hotpot, noodles, beef buns, and spring pancakes. Learn about local cuisine over unlimited beers and soda, and enjoy a stop at a local brewery, with a pint of craft beer included. Make sure to bring your appetite.

Skip the expense of private transfers and the stress of negotiating public transit and enjoy a comfortable visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a popular section of the world-famous ancient barricade. Get a first-hand peek at parapets and watchtowers set into a rugged landscape—without any time-wasting shopping stops. Tours include return bus fares, entry fees, and shuttle bus but exclude cable car or toboggan tickets; upgrade for a buffet lunch.

Start in Beijing, where the Forbidden City and the Great Wall tell of the grandeur of past dynasties. In Zhengzhou, immerse yourself in the world of martial arts at Shaolin Monastery before the Longmen Caves in Luoyang impress you with their Buddhist beauty. Xi’an, the city of terracotta warriors, takes you back to the heyday of the Silk Road, while Chengdu captures hearts with its pandas and charming alleys. On board a Yangtze cruise ship, experience the majestic Three Gorges landscape and mystical atmosphere of Fengdu. Finally, the trip will take you to Shanghai, where tradition and modernity meet on Bund Promenade (on extended trip to Shanghai). This trip is a feast for the senses – a perfect mix of culture, nature and adventure that will delight any group traveler.

See three of Beijing’s top cultural and historical highlights on this full-day tour. Stroll amid the grandeur of Tiananmen Square; marvel at the architecture at the Forbidden City; and see the verdant splendor that surrounds the Badaling section of the Great Wall. Alongside your local guide, learn about the rich history and distinctive culture of China and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from select Beijing hotels.

The Great Wall of China is a must-see destination, but getting there and back on your own can be difficult. Simplify your day and explore the Great Wall independently with private transportation and hotel pickup from Beijing. Enjoy ample time to walk the Mutianyu section, with admission and shuttle bus ride included. After exploring, your English-speaking driver will transport you back to your hotel.