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Beijing’s UNESCO-listed Forbidden City features striking architecture and rich history –as well as its long entry lines. Save time with this ticket booking service and use your passport for direct entry through the Meridian Gate without a paper ticket. Admission includes key halls and the Imperial Garden. Reserve for your preferred date and time slot, and plan accordingly to explore the 178-acre (72-hectare) site at your own pace.

Avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving tour groups with a handy private driver and guide to take you to the famous Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an. Visit the warriors at the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, then customize your schedule for the day based on where you want to go: choose two more attractions in downtown Xi’an to visit afterward. All entrance fees at your own expense.

Gain a more intimate insight into village life and Chinese minority cultures with a private tour of the Dragon’s Backbone (Longji) Rice Terraces. Your private guide explains the traditions of the Yao and Zhuang people before you visit Huangluo village. Next, drive to Ping’an village to trek to two of the most beautiful rice-terrace views. After lunch (own expense), your driver will drop you back at your hotel.

Without insider knowledge, it can be tricky to uncover the special street food stalls and hidden Hong Kong sights that locals love. This private, fully customized tour lets you taste your way around Kowloon's night markets with a local guide who shares personal stories and cultural insights. To ensure the tour matches your preferences, you complete a questionnaire and are assigned a like-minded guide who plans your flexible itinerary.

Enjoy two essential Beijing experiences one day with ease on this private day tour. First, visit the Mutianyu or Badaling section of the Great Wall of China, admiring watchtowers and scenic landscapes. After a Chinese lunch, see the giant pandas at Beijing Panda House, avoiding the need to visit Chengdu. With round-trip transit included, exploring these sights is hassle-free.

Get a shortcut to the best bits of Lantau Island with this comprehensive tour that includes a convenient pickup from downtown. Along the way, enjoy perks you wouldn’t get if exploring alone—such as priority cable car access to the Big Buddha. You can also enjoy a visit to Tai O fishing village, a delicious lunch, and fascinating commentary from your guide.

Discover the splendid Hangzhou city highlights on this fully flexible 8-hour private tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Tick off the must-see highlights such as UNSECO site West Lake, Linyin Scenic Spot and famous Green Tea plantation, famed Leifeng Pagoda or local historic street, enjoy a delightful lunch at the local tea famer’s house. Customizable itinerary catering to your own preferences, enjoy convenient and comfortable door to door transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou train station.

Check out three different areas outside Beijing on this day tour, and visit the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China, Gubei Water Town, and then the Simatai Great Wall, too. Each section of this tour has a different feel, and your guide will tell you all about the history of each place. You’ll also see Simatai all lit up at night for a special view.

Discover several UNESCO-listed sites in Beijing in just a few hours on this action-packed half-day walking tour. The tour will help you save time and see Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City in half a day, with a guide to provide enriching commentary. All entrance fees are included so you’ll save time waiting in entrance crowds, and have more time to explore.

It’s possible to visit the Great Wall of China in just one day from Shanghai. On this private guided day trip, travel by bullet train to Linhai, where you’ll refuel with lunch and explore the East Lake of Linhai before visiting the Jiangnan Great Wall, also known as the Southern Great Wall. Afterwards, stroll along Ziyang Old Street before returning to Shanghai.

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.

Enjoy a hassle-free and enriching visit to Beijing’s Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square on this half-day group guided tour. Navigate crowds with a guide who organizes your tickets and shows you the best ways to explore each site. The tour is offered in English and Spanish, with a smaller group size allowing plenty of attention and time for questions.

Options for visiting to the Great Wall are often limited: group tours are impersonal while private tour can be pricey. On this small-group tour, capped at nine travelers, you get a personalized experience and a great value, plus you get to visit the Summer Palace as well. Spend a couple of hours hiking on the wall, enjoy a Chinese lunch, drive by the Bird’s Nest Olympic Stadium, then explore the Summer Palace.

Discover the highlights of Macau in just one day, without the hassle of coordinating transport and multiple stops, on this group guided day trip from Hong Kong. Travel over the 34-mile (55-kilometer) long Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to Macau. Explore historic sites such as the Ruins of St. Paul and A-Ma Temple, stop at the Venetian Macao, and soak up the views from Macau Tower (entrance fees extra) before returning to Hong Kong by ferry.

Explore Beijing's top attractions in-depth, and at a leisurely pace, on this comprehensive 2-day private guided tour. Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace on day one, enjoying a Peking duck lunch. On day two, travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall and take a pedicab ride through a hutong area, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Hotel not included.

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.

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.

See three of Beijing’s top cultural and historical highlights, without having to book separate tours, on this full-day group 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 hotel pickup and drop-off from central Beijing hotels.

Take a break from busy Beijing with a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China. In a small group, hike the section from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded park of the UNESCO World Heritage site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the hike, enjoy lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

The Mutianyu Great Wall is one of China’s most popular stretches of wall, but getting there independently is tough. Skip the stress and enjoy ample time to explore at your own pace when you book this group tour, which leaves Beijing earlier than many trips. Book transportation only, or upgrade to add tickets: You can also include an authentic local lunch.

Enjoy a worry-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Skip the hassle of long taxi lines and public transportation. Meet your driver in the arrivals area. Ride from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to your Beijing hotel in a private vehicle—far more relaxing than a shared transfer—or charter the car to go explore downtown or Mutianyu Great Wall.

Make the most of your limited time in Hong Kong and explore the city in comfort and style on this private sightseeing driving tour. Choose a departure time and duration that works for you, and see many of the city’s highlights—including Aberdeen fishing village, Stanley Market, and Victoria Peak—faster than on public transit and without waiting on large tour groups. Benefit from your driver-guide’s insight throughout this private tour.

Cover four of Beijing’s UNESCO World Heritage sites on one trip thanks to this 8-hour private tour. Visit iconic Chinese landmarks like Tiananmen Square, the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and the Forbidden City. All site entrance fees, private guide, roundtrip hotel transport, and lunch are included.

Getting around China on public transport can be challenging, particularly if you don’t speak or read Chinese. Make it easy on yourself by booking a private driver direct from your door for this transport-only tour. Start at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Then, rather than piece together metro, bullet train, and buses, relax on the 2-hour drive to the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.