Top China Half-day Tours

During this fully customizable, private Shanghai tour, you get to call the shots. Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary—designed with your unique interests in mind—and choose between lunch and dinner options. Return travelers who have already ticked off the main sights can opt for lesser-known locations, like Jade Buddha Temple, Tianzifang Creative Park, or the Shanghai Propaganda Art Poster Center.

See the city of Shanghai light up at night, without worrying about language barriers or navigating, on this private evening tour, which takes you to top attractions such as Yuyuan Old Street, Xin Tian Di, and the skyscrapers of Lujiazui. Take in panoramic views of the city from the VIP deck of a cruise along the Huangpu River, and then choose to be dropped off back at your hotel or to continue your evening out on the town.

Customize this private guided tour of Shanghai by picking two to three attractions to visit. On the half-day tour you can either follow a suggested itinerary or choose based on your interests. Attractions include the well-preserved Yuyuan Garden, the Bund or Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) with skyline views, the French quarter, and more.

Enjoy a stress-free and enlightening visit to the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Forbidden City—a highlight of any Beijing trip—on this small-group half-day walking tour, with tickets included. Your guide leads you through highlights of this vast, elaborately decorated complex during a morning or afternoon tour—choose a time to suit your schedule.

Short on time in Hong Kong? Make the most of it with this walking tour full of the city’s highlights—and leave the logistics to someone else. Your guide ensures you visit hot spots like taking the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak, St. John’s Cathedral, the Mid-Levels Escalator, Tai Kwun, and Cat Street Market. Along the way, you’ll enjoy wonton noodles, egg tarts, and milk tea at beloved local spots.

Spend a morning with some of China’s most famous residents at the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Center or the Chengdu Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu. Led by a professional panda keeper, meander through the facilities and observe the pandas while you learn about their breeding and life stages. Also, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Red Panda area to learn more about this quiet yet territorial mammal.

See the sights of Hong Kong with a private guide on a customizable, walking half-day tour. Get a detailed introduction to the area at the beginning of your trip before you explore more on your own, or shape the tour to your interests if you have limited time. Focus on anything from history and culture to food and local markets.

Explore one of Xian’s top attractions on a half-day tour. After a convenient hotel, airport, or train station pickup, head to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Learn about the history of China’s ancient capital from your informative guide and marvel at the thousands of sculptures built more than 2,000 years ago to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife on this flexible outing with a personal driver.

Getting to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding doesn’t need to involve complicated local bus routes and language barriers. Make life easy for yourself with this private trip exclusively for your personal group. Begin with hotel pickup, followed by a hassle-free entry with admission included, as well as a guided tour to help you get the most out of the visit.

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.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Shanghai with a getaway to Zhujiajiao Water Town. Explore traditional architecture and take a relaxing boat ride through the waterways. This private half-day tour takes care of all transfers and entrance fees, and you can upgrade to include lunch or dinner.

Take a half day to explore the Zhujiajiao Water town by boat and explore the “Oriental Venice” with it’s meandering water alley streets, dating from the Qing and Ming dynasties. This will be a private tour, so you also will have a chance to visit the Kezhi garden and traditional temple at some point during the tour. You’ll be accompanied by an English speaking guide, who will manage everything for you and keep this stress free!

Discover Shanghai from its humble origins as a fishing village and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan places! In 3.5~4 hours, our tour covers all the must-see spots in downtown Shanghai. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering food of this vibrant city! IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a tips-based model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job! Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people (adults+kids). If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour.

Discover a side of Shanghai it takes a local to know on this private foodie walking tour. Explore main streets and back lanes as you snack and slurp on delicacies like soup dumplings, wontons, lamb skewers, and local dessert—enough for a full meal. Finally, enjoy a Shanghai classic: a Huangpu River cruise.

Don't waste time visiting places you're not interested in: on this customizable private tour you can choose a few sights and attractions in Hangzhou that interest you most, and visit them with a guide. Learn about Chinese culture and history by checking out places that appeal to you. These might include West Lake, Lingyin Temple, the National Tea Museum, or many other interesting places. Hotel or railway station pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

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.

Pay a visit to the Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xian with this small group tour, max 15. Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the museum. Here you’ll have a thorough tour of the pits and the Bronze Chariots and Horses Exhibition. Afterward, enjoy lunch before an optional tour of the Muslim Quarter including the Drum and Bell Tower Square and the Great Mosque.

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.

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.

Combine pandas and a UNESCO World Heritage site in one experience, without having to book separate outings, on this private or small-group half-day tour in Beijing. Go see giant panda bears at the Panda House in the Beijing Zoo.Then tour the Summer Palace, an original royal garden, and enjoy a pleasant boat ride (fee extra) on scenic Kunming Lake, all in just a few hours.

Explore Chengdu when temperatures have cooled and the lights have brightened on this evening food tour by tuk-tuk. Explore pedestrian alleyways, hidden parks, and small temples as you visit favorite local eateries. Experience Chengdu's cuisine and culture by eating at the same places that local people do, without worrying about deciphering menus in Chinese.

Shun the beaten path and savor a breakfast feast as you explore a traditional hutong neighborhood on this small-group walking tour. Exploring with a foodie guide, learn how locals live as you snack, slurp, and sip over 10 different dishes and drinks from four or five separate eateries. Along the way try yoghurt and pancakes, savor coffee with a view, and visit a local market to see what’s in season.

Discover Beijing at night with ease from the comforts of a private vehicle. This private transport service ensures you see the sights—and the lights—without struggling with taxis or waiting for strangers. Following a fixed itinerary with photo stops, discover Beijing ancient and modern—from Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City to the Bird's Nest and CCTV New Mansion.