Top China Culture

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 Tianzi Mountain and the Yangjiajie Scenic Area to the real-life ‘Avatar’ Hallelujah Mountains, in just one day.

Enjoy this worry-free tour guide service in Nanjing, which offers professional language support and other assistants as a local expert. No more stress of finding a taxi with language hassle or spending time with planning itineraries, your local professional guide will help you and ensure you a very smooth trip.

Immerse yourself in Chinese tea culture with this private experience in Hangzhou. Perfect for those looking for a quiet activity, visit the Hangzhou Longjingshan Tea Cultural Village, and learn all about this leaf. As well as picking the leaves themselves, discover their historical and cultural significance, before seeing the roasting process. The experience finishes with a visit to a traditional tea house, where you get to take part in a tea ceremony.

Visit the Mutianyu Great Wall and the Summer Palace, two UNESCO World Heritage–listed sites, on this private guided tour from Beijing. Ride the cable car or take the ski lift up and toboggan down to hike the Wall, then discover the history of the majestic Summer Palace as you stroll its lavish gardens. Your package includes lunch, entrance fees, cable-car or ski lift and toboggan tickets, and private hotel transfers.

It might seem hard to get from Beijing to Xian to see the famous Terracotta Warriors, but this package takes all of the difficulty of organizing your trip. Take a bullet train through scenic Chinese countryside to Xian. Head straight this UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological site. Explore this remarkable museum with a private guide, then return to Beijing – no need to lose the next day traveling back.

Gain a better understanding of Chinese culture on this full-day tour to Shenzhen from the Kowloon area of Hong Kong. With help from your guide, make your way from Kowloon into Shenzhen by crossing the border on foot. Spend hours exploring the Shenzhen Museum of History and Folk Center before taking a lunch break of your choice. Afterward, get more time to wander the China Folk Culture Village and the 5-story Luohu Commerical City.

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.

Discover China's rich history on a half-day door-to-door tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow your private guide through the pits one, two, and three and see more than 7,000 terracotta soldiers. Upgrade the afternoon tour to include a trip to the Tang Dynasty Show and a feast of traditional Shaanxi dumplings or enjoy lunch at a Qin Dynasty themed restaurant.

This private small group tour takes you beyond Dazu rock carvings, where all the tourists go. In addition, this tour takes you to Beishan, which is more remote, and not many guides are trained to take tourists. Your guide, however, is, and will take you to this quiet spot and tell you about the cultural and historical significance. Private transportation and lunch are also included.

Discover the ancient Chinese tradition of “bian lian”—also known as “face changing”—a type of performance where actors rapidly change brightly colored masks. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, secure your spot with prebooked admission. You can also choose to add on private transfers if you wish, and enjoy other add-ons such as a tea service and dessert.

Gain a more intimate insight into village life and Chinese ethnic minority cultures, difficult to experience on your own, with this private day tour of the Dragon’s Backbone (Longji) Rice Terraces from Guilin. Your private driver-guide explains the traditions of the Yao and Zhuang people before you visit Huangluo village. Drive to Ping’an village to trek to two of the most beautiful rice-terrace views. Entrance fee extra.

Immerse yourself in Shanghai’s little-known Jewish districts—known as “Little Vienna”— on this specialty-themed private tour. Highlights include collections of photographs, films, and personal items at the Jewish Refugees Museum, the old stone houses and winding back alleys that once housed a thriving Jewish immigrant population, and British-Jewish art-deco heritage along the Bund waterfront.

Tick off two of China's most iconic sights during this private tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Your guide will greet you at your downtown hotel and accompany you to the center, either on foot or by metro or rideshare (at your expense). Listen to detailed commentary as you tour one of the world’s best-preserved imperial palaces and the largest public square in the world.

More than 1,000 years ago, during the Tang dynasty, Xian was the biggest city in the world. The Tang Dynasty Show, one of the top dinner shows in China, offers a spectacular song and dance performance, complete with a live Chinese orchestra. Book tickets for the show only, or upgrade to precede the performance with a dumpling dinner or a royal banquet package: Unusually, both have vegetarian options.

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.

Travel at your own pace without worrying about getting lost on this private transport package. Visit the Mutianyu stretch of the Great Wall, one of the world’s true wonders, at a time and a speed that suits you. Besides a dedicated private driver, enjoy water, snacks, and in-vehicle Wi-Fi as you journey.

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.

Explore the best of Beijing on this full-day, private highlights tour. After convenient hotel lobby pick up in the morning, follow your English-speaking guide to Beijing's most important sights. You'll visit the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Tiananmen Square. Along the way, enjoy the included Beijing duck lunch at a local restaurant.

Venture off the tourist path and enjoy an authentic Chengdu experience with this private half-day Mahjong and spice market excursion. Explore the local food culture at a spice market. Then, learn to play the traditional Chinese game of Mahjong and competitive skills to the test while playing games with local tea and snacks.

Make the most of even a single day in Xian on this customizable private tour. Explore the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Afterwards, visit your choice of two Xian attractions, perhaps the Muslim Quarter, Ancient City Wall, Banpo Museum, or Temple of the Eight Immortals. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees.

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 during this guided tour to top highlights. See landmarks like the Temple of Heaven, ride a rickshaw through Hutong Alleys, and explore the beautiful gardens of the Summer Palace. This tour is limited to a small group to ensure a more personal experience, includes entrance tickets to avoid long ticket lines, and offers hotel pickup within the third ring road for added convenience.

Navigate Beijing’s vast and busy cityscape on a private full-day tour that combines seamless logistics with sightseeing. With your own guide and vehicle, move smoothly between key imperial landmarks, visiting Tiananmen Square, the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall—no need to manage crowds, transport, or routes on your own.

Coordinating Chengdu’s major sights independently can mean long travel times and crowded public transport. This full-day private tour includes hotel pickup and combines the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Wenshu Temple, People’s Park, and historic Old Town into a single, efficient route. With private transportation and time for cultural stops, it's ideal for travelers wanting to maximize their day with ease and comfort.