Top China Historical Tours

Make the most of your limited time in Beijing and get a personalized experience as you tour Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with a private, English speaking guide. Walk through these landmarks at your own pace while your guide tells you fascinating stories of their significance. Choose from several start times to easily fit this Quick Explorer tour into your busy schedule.

The National Museum of China (NMC) is one of the biggest and most important museums in the world, located at the heart of Beijing, next to Tiananmen Square. It houses over 1.43 million cultural relics and covers 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. Entry to the museum is free, but advance reservation is mandatory and slots often sell out fast. With our professional travel agency service, we take care of the entire booking process for you. What We Provide Full reservation on the official system using your passport info Guaranteed entry slot for your chosen date Clear entry instructions, opening hours, and visiting tips Fast and reliable service by a local experienced team Peace of mind before your trip Museum Highlights Ancient China Gallery: Masterpieces of bronzes, jades, porcelains, and ancient art The Road of Rejuvenation: Modern Chinese history exhibition 48 exhibition halls with priceless national treasures World-class architecture and spacious, comfortable layout

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.

Spend less time planning and more time exploring Beijing on this comprehensive small-group tour. Over two days, see the highlights of the city, starting with a tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Then, it's on to see the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, walking along the ramparts of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed structure. On day two, visit the Temple of Heaven, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the old Hutong district, and conclude the tour at the Summer Palace.

Discover the stories behind Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City during a small-group walking tour in Beijing. Explore all the key sites including the Imperial Garden, and discover fun facts about the Ming and Qing dynasties from your guide. Alternatively, explore Jingshan Park, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Beijing's cityscape, including an unparalleled view of the Forbidden City, instead of Tiananmen Square.

Getting to the Great Wall at Mutianyu by public transport involves two buses and a metro, while group tours are often rushed. Experience one of the world’s true seven wonders in style on a private door-to-door tour that’s tailor-made for families. Ride the cable car up, then hike with your guide and capture timeless pictures. Race to the bottom on the toboggan slide.

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage–listed palace complex of Beijing’s Forbidden City to learn more about Chinese history. Your guide leads you through some of the highlights of this enormous, elaborately decorated complex during a morning or afternoon tour—choose a time to suit your schedule. This architectural masterpiece is a highlight of any trip to Beijing, and this tour makes visiting a stress-free, enlightening experience. The tour is available in English and Spanish to suit your language preference.

Make the most of your time in Beijing with flexible, pre-arranged tickets to two of the city's most-important landmarks. Choose Forbidden City entry, Tiananmen Square access, or book both for a seamless 1-day experience. Skip the stress of last-minute planning and book official tickets with entry timed to suit your schedule.

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!

See the best of Beijing plus the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu on a small-group tour that focuses on the attractions and avoids the traps of many sightseeing tours. With a guide who provides in-depth commentary and shows you the best photo ops, visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City (or the Summer Palace on Mondays), and hike the Great Wall with either a round-trip cable car or chairlift and toboggan.

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.

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.

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.

It can be difficult to beat the crowds in Beijing. This Forbidden City admission ticket is the perfect way to ensure you have an stress-free visit with no waiting around. Gain access using your passport near the main entrance, close to Tiananmen Square, then explore the palace complex and admire the courtyards and gardens. Choose between morning or afternoon admission; upgrade to add a guide or visit the Treasure Gallery.

Do full justice to three of Beijing’s must-see sights with a private tour that allows you to explore at your own pace and ask as many questions as you like. Check out Tiananmen Square and explore the highlights of the Forbidden Palace and the Summer Palace on walking tours that let you focus on the finer details. Lunch, entrance fees, transfers with a guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off are all included for a seamless day of sightseeing.

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.

For an easy way to visit the Great Wall, book this direct transport to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall by round-trip bus from Beijing, where there won’t be any unexpected stops along the way. You can opt to ride the shuttle up to the wall when you get there, dine on a buffet lunch overlooking the wall (if option selected) and you’ll also have plenty of time to sightsee on the wall by yourself, with entrance to the Great Wall included.

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.

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.

Discover the beauty of the Summer Palace with ease, thanks to this convenient admission package. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, you can save time and get in quicker. Also, if you’re keen to learn more about the palace’s history, you can upgrade to a package with a tour included as well as transportation options if you need them.

Even if you’re short on time, you can still visit the Terracotta Warriors on this small-group half-day tour with an English-speaking guide. After hotel pickup from your centrally located Xi’an accommodation, travel by air-conditioned minivan to the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors Museum, where you will have time to visit the three excavated pits and a newly opened exhibition. Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring typical local dishes and a glass of drink during the tour.

Don’t worry about finding your own way to the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu: this flexible and hassle-free private tour makes it easy to plan an excursion. Meet your driver at your Beijing hotel, the airport, or train station at a time of your choosing. You’ll have several hours to explore the site independently, and can also book cable car and/or toboggan tickets (own expense).

Enhance your time in Beijing by reserving entry to the world-famous Tiananmen Square. While it is free to enter the square, all visitors require a reservation and this booking ensures everything is done correctly by locals. Note that you will still need to wait in line to go through security checks, but we recommend the best times to go and which times to avoid for crowds and long waits.