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Visit the world-renowned Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda on a full-day private tour in Xi’an. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed mausoleum complex that contains thousands of Terracotta Warriors and other life-sized statues. Then, discover the significance of Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a Buddhist structure that dates to the Tang Dynasty. Travel with a private guide who can customize your day to your interests. Includes lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit the World Heritage-listed Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs on a private full-day tour from Beijing. Travel with your guide in a comfortable private vehicle to the Great Wall at Mutianyu. Hike with your guide and admire expansive views over the Great Wall and forested surroundings. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Ming Tombs before returning to Beijing.

When in Beijing, a visit to the Great Wall is a must. This hassle-free, private tour takes you to the Mutianyu section, where you walk the wall, learn all about its history from your personal guide, and have the option of zooming down a toboggan at the end of your visit. There are plenty of restaurants where you can purchase food, and shopping stalls for souvenirs to bargain over.

Discover the top highlights of Beijing with ease in one day on this private tour that includes the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. Go a private car and drive and explore on your own, or opt for guide for a more enriching experience. Includes entrance fees and hotel transfers.

Check off the Great Wall of China with ease, thanks to this flexible tour package from Beijing. Choose from a variety of options—including combo tours with the Summer Palace and upgraded options with lunch. For the ultimate personalized experience, select a private tour package with hotel pickup and drop-off. Note that personal travel accident insurance is not included.

Enjoy the intimacy of a private tour while exploring two of Beijing’s most iconic temples, Lama Temple and Confucius Temple, on this half-day private tour. Your professional guide teaches you about architecture, beliefs and local heritage so you fully appreciate the significance of the temples. Schedule at your convenience with either a morning visit followed by a traditional dim sum lunch, or an afternoon visit followed by dinner.

Book this ticket to see the exciting acrobatics show at Beijing’s Red Theater. Set to beautiful music, you’ll see incredible performance go through the illuminated show, and you’ll immerse yourself in the acrobatics world. This is appropriate for the whole family. You can choose to add a hotel transfer if you like, or you can make your own way to the theater.

This is the ultimate experience for foodies visiting Chengdu. Take the chance out of finding somewhere good to eat by opting for this special private dining experience in a local’s home. Learn all about why hotpot is such a popular local dish and find out how locals cook hotpot at home with a mix of meats, vegetables, and other delicacies to dip.

Shanghai is one of Asia’s most dynamic shopping destinations, offering everything from modern malls and designer boutiques to historic streets lined with traditional specialty shops. On this private shopping tour, your itinerary is tailored around your interests—whether you’re hunting for fashion, souvenirs, silk, electronics, antiques, or custom-made clothing. With a local guide to navigate the city’s vast retail scene, discover both well-known shopping hubs and hidden local markets, learn where to find authentic goods, and pick up insider tips on bargaining.

Discover one of China’s most enthralling attractions on a full-day tour of the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses from Xi’an. With a professional guide, marvel at the most significant archeological excavation of the 20th century; see 7,000 life-sized figures in ordered rows and hear of how the sculptures were meticulously constructed to honor Emperor Qin Shihuang, China’s first ruler. Includes a Chinese lunch and convenient round-trip transportation from your Xi’an hotel.

Learning Chinese calligraphy takes practice and guidance, and this hands-on experience provides both. Watch a teacher demonstrate ink strokes on rice paper, then try the techniques yourself with step-by-step instruction on brushes and form. Along the way, gain insight into Chinese culture and benefit from being able to ask questions in this small-group setting.

Make your trip to Tiananmen Square in Beijing simple with this convenient registration service that cuts through the red tape. And buy on-site tickets to visit the Forbidden City with this reservation. 1. The activity provider will send you a reservation proof, necessary information a few hours after you book it. If you don't receive the ticket for a long time, please don't worry and wait. 2. If your visit date is in a week or later, it will be made a week before your visit, please be patient and wait. 3. Finally, take the reservation proof to the entrance with your passports. There is no meeting point or live guide. Details: This is a registration service. Visiting Tiananmen Square is free, but it is necessary to register your information in advance. Once you are successfully registered, you can go inside the park directly at the entrance with your passports. You can also buy on-site tickets to visit the Forbidden City(foreigners only) with this reservation.

Skip the rigid itineraries and opt for a more flexible approach to sightseeing on this private customizable full-day tour of Xian. Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, then choose two more Xian highlights based on your interests, such as Huaqing Hot Springs, Banpo Museum, or Xian City Wall. Options include transfer only or guide plus transportation for a seamless experience.

Biang biang noodles are one of the iconic dishes from Xi’an. Learn to make them yourself with this half-day small-group cooking class of easy difficulty. Visit a spice market to learn about and gather ingredients, then learn to make the noodles in a traditional Chinese courtyard, while enjoying local tea. Afterwards, enjoy your creations with beer or other beverages.

Experience the world-class Acrobatic Show at Chaoyang Theater in Beijing without the hassle of logistics with this ticket and transfer package. Round-trip transfers included, so you don’t have to worry about figuring out how to get there or back from your hotel. Prebooking your ticket in advance secures your seat and avoids the disappointment of the venue reaching capacity.

Make the most of your day and visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites near Beijing on this private day tour that visits both the Great Wall and the Ming Tombs. Visit a quieter section of the Great Wall on this private tour to Mutianyu and explore the scenic surroundings, then visit the royal burial complex at the Ming Tombs, with the option to explore with a guide to learn more than you would on your own.

Enjoy the flexibility of a private driver/guide on this day tour of the Mutianyu Great Wall, a popular stretch that’s less crowded than Badaling. Savor sweeping views across the hills as you hike on this UNESCO World Heritage site—or choose to ride the cable car or toboggan (extra expense). Tour includes round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel, the train station, or even the airport.

Take advantage of your layover at Beijing Capital International Airport and visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with this private tour. Stretch your legs after a long flight with a walk up to the wall, or save your energy for hiking on the wall itself and take a cable car up and toboggan down (extra expense). Includes entrance fees and transfers.

Explore two attractions on one private day tour: The water town of Zhujiajiao and the highlights of Shanghai. Travel to Zhujiajiao, an ancient town of canals and Ming- and Qing-dynasty buildings. In Shanghai, you can visit your choice of attractions based on your interests, such as the Bund, Yu Garden, or Jade Buddha Temple. Upgrade to add meals or a gondola ride to your itinerary.

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of Lantau Island, known as the 'Lungs of Hong Kong,' during this private day tour. With your dedicated guide, get personalized attention and the opportunity to ask plenty of questions while exploring the island's top attractions, including a boat ride at Tai O and a ride on the Ngong Ping cable car.

Avoid the hassle of logistics, and discover the highlights of Tibet in a week on this 7-night tour small-group tour from Lhasa. Travel between spread-out attractions in a comfortable vehicle, and save time researching and planning your itinerary, as it’s all organized for you. Take the stress out of language barriers, as this tour includes a guide. Highlights include Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera monastery, Karo glacier, and Everest Base Camp.

Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on a private full-day tour of Datong. Start at your hotel, then travel comfortably to each location by private transportation. Rather than skim the surface like a typical large group tour, you get engaging guided visits at Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple. Ask questions, get suggestions, and avoid language barrier issues with the help of your private guide.

Beat the language barrier and explore Xian in your own style at your own pace on this 2-day private tour. Choose up to six attractions from a possible 15, including signature sights like the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and lesser-known attractions like bar street or the Calligraphy Museum. Then just sit back and relax as your private guide and driver take you around. Tour includes lunch in non-touristy restaurants.

Discover Suzhou, with worrying about planning or logistics, on a private tour from Shanghai. With your own guide, explore the old town famed for its classical gardens, silk, and waterways. See the medieval Panmen Gate and remains of the city walls, admire waterfront Shantang Street, and enjoy lunch overlooking Suzhou’s canals. Plus, visit a silk factory and one of Suzhou’s formal, UNESCO-listed gardens. Entrance fees, private transport, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.