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Instead of wasting time at the Beijing Capital Airport, make the most of your layover with this private half-day tour to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Enjoy personalized airport pick-up by an English-speaking driver and explore the authentically restored Mutianyu section. Walk the Great Wall at your own pace before returning to the airport to continue your journey. Upgrade to include a guide for a more enriching experience.

Discover one of China’s most in-demand attractions—and explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site—when you book advance tickets to the Summer Palace. Don’t worry about wasting time in line: by reserving your tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds, head inside, and explore independently. Book regular admission to see the main entrance or choose combination entry to discover four of the site’s garden areas.

Stroll among the old shopping streets of Chengdu on a private tour and you’ll get a personalized look at the city’s different architectural styles. Visit Wenshufang Street, Jinli Street, and Kuanzhai Alley accompanied by your guide, and gain insights about Wenshu Monastery along the way. Learn about Sichuan cuisine during lunch, and relax with private hotel transport.

Reaching the Mutianyu Great Wall by public transport is challenging: It’s not uncommon for scammers to misdirect travelers altogether. Make life easier with a choice of packages, either by bus from a central location or by private car from your hotel. Book bus transfers with entry tickets, or add lunch; upgrade for a private tour with lunch and your choice of two guided hikes or free time at the wall.

The stunning Zhangjiajie Forest Park served as a background in the popular “Avatar” films, making it a top destination for visitors. Getting there, however, is impossible without a car—but this tour takes care of the logistics so you can focus on the scenery. Cover all the highlights, from the Bailong Elevator to the Yangjiajie Scenic Area, in just one day.

Make the most of your time and visit two historic water towns in just one day on this private guided tour from Shanghai. Streamline your logistics with pickup and private transfers and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to your interests. Visit a classic garden, historic temple, a silk factory, or other scenic area in Suzhou, then explore the stone bridges, alleys, and canals of Zhujiajiao.

Make the most of a long layover in Shanghai with a private full-day tour that includes round-trip airport transportation. Instead of waiting in the terminal, explore the city’s top sights with a guide, visiting highlights such as Yu Garden and Nanjing Road or creating a customized itinerary based on your interests. It’s an easy way to turn otherwise wasted downtime into a memorable introduction to Shanghai.

Visit some of Shanghai’s most evocative neighborhoods, and learn all about China’s Communist Party as you go, on this half-day history tour. Meet your guide at your centrally located Shanghai hotel, and begin your tour in Xintiandi, where you’ll see the site of the party’s First National Congress. Continue by subway or taxi to the Propaganda Poster Art Centre, which exhibits materials dating from the Cultural Revolution. As you explore, learn more from your guide about key moments in modern Chinese history.

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.

Choose how you experience Mutianyu Great Wall with a sightseeing tour offering multiple package options. Visit Mutianyu on its own or combine it with other landmarks such as the Summer Palace, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, or Dingling Tomb. With round-trip bus transportation included, getting between sites stays simple and efficient, without having to worry about navigation.

Explore the vibrant city of Macau on this private tour, led by a local insider. Your guide will take you to several places today, including Guia Lighthouse, Mandarin’s House, the Macau Giant Panda Pavilion, and more. See the Vegas-like component, too. Your guide will pick you up at the ferry terminal, and will take you all around Macau today.

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.

The Forbidden City is one of China’s top attractions, and tickets can be hard to get hold of—often selling out as soon as they are released for seven days’ time. This service saves you time and energy. Simply make your reservation at least eight days before you visit and let someone else do the hard work. Upgrade to include the Treasure Gallery: You can also add a guided tour.

Tang Dynasty was the most powerful era in Chinese history.The Tang Dynasty Xi'an is China's Premier Cultural Entertainment Theatre Restaurant.The earliest Tang Dynasty Music & Dancing Show was shown here in 1988.It was the only cultural show complimented by a Live Classical Chinese Orchestra. The Tang Dynasty Xi'an has now become a must-visit place for the world leaders, and visitors to Xi'an from both home and abroad. Standard Performance Schedule: - Dining: 18:00-19:30 - Show: 19:30–20:35 Peak Season (Possible Two Performances): If there are two performances, we will notify guests of the exact showtimes as soon as possible. Two-Performance Reference Schedule: *First Show: - Dining: 17:00-17:45 - Show: 17:45–18:50 *Second Show: - Dining: 19:10 - Show: 20:10–21:15

Stroll through the Shanghai's trendy French Concession neighborhood with a guide on this private walking tour. Follow your guide's lead to unearth hidden courtyards, Art Deco buildings, and typical Shanghai street scenes. Highlights include the Lanxin Theater, the Cathay Mansion, the former residence of Dr. Sun-Yat Sen, Fuxing Park, and others. Includes all entrance fees and option to visit a tea house.

Discover the best of Beijing, at a leisurely pace and without the stress of logistics, on a private guided 2-day tour. Check off top attractions such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven on day one. On day two, visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace with hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off included. Small-group 1- and 2-day tours also available.

Join an expert guide for a private tour of Beijing’s most fascinating destinations and UNESCO Sites, from the Forbidden City to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. With a private guide to take care of the details, you can focus on exploring Beijing history, culture, and cuisine, hassle-free. This 3-day private tour includes all transport by private vehicle, meals and most entrance fees, and daily hotel transfers.

Macau was the Far-East’s first European settlement and has a wealth top attractions and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. See the best in this one-day tour. Visit the dramatic Ruins of St. Paul’s Church and walk through the pedestrianized Senado Square. Explore one of the oldest temples in Macau at the A-Ma Temple. Get unforgettable view of the city at the Macau Tower and stop by the impressive bronze Statue of Kum Iam. Visit one of its world-renowned casinos at the Venetian Macau. Buffet lunch will be served at the Metropark Hotel Macau.

Avoid crowded public transport with this full-day private transfer from your Beijing hotel to Jinshanling or Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle sized to your group, with complimentary bottled water and snacks included. Choose flexible departure times to catch sunrise, daytime, or sunset views. Opt for a self-guided tour or add a knowledgeable guide to enrich your Great Wall experience.

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.

Swap bustling Beijing for two of northern China’s greatest attractions on this private day trip. Visit the underground Dingling Tomb, the mausoleum of 16th-century Emperor Zhu Yijun, and learn about the Ming dynasty’s imperial history. After a Chinese lunch, take a cruise along Longqing Gorge, admiring emerald peaks, cliffs, and blue-green lakes. Entrance fees, boat trip, and private transport included.

Xian’s appeal extends far beyond its UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors. On this small-group guided bus tour, visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and your choice of one or more attractions. Choose from several set routes, with options such as Huaqing Hot Spring, Ancient City Wall, Muslim Quarter, and more.

Winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens earned Suzhou its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Explore Suzhou's must-see sights and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on a private full-day tour. It includes a guide and transfers by your choice of private car, bullet train, or a combination of the two. Upgrade to add lunch, a boat ride, and entrance fees to a garden, to suit your needs and budget.

Swap the bustle of Shanghai for Zhujiajiao Water Town, without the hassle of research, planning, or navigating, on this all-inclusive, half-day, private tour from Shanghai. Enjoy convenient pickup and private transfers from your Shanghai hotel, then explore the highlights of the scenic water town with a local guide to provide enriching commentary. Includes a boat ride and lunch.