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Explore China with an informative guide on an 8-day tour that includes Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Ming Tombs (Sacred Way), Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, and the Terracotta Warriors. Learn about China’s past at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi’an and while touring Beijing’s hutoings, and see cultural attractions including Yu Gardens, the Bund, Nanjing Road. Your tour includes accommodations, one flight, transportation, entrance fees and some meals.

Travel through China, without the hassle of planning a complex multi-day itinerary, with this 10-night, small-group, guided tour to Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin and Shanghai. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Summer Palace ,and the Terracotta Warriors, and much more. Enjoy spectacular scenery on a Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo. Your tour includes accommodations, domestic flights, transportation, entrance fees, and some meals.

Experience the spiritual, cultural, and wildlife side of Beijing, without the stress of planning different excursions, on a full-day guided group tour. Visit the sacred, Lama Temple, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace, and see cute giant pandas at the Panda Garden. Gain fascinating insight into the prosperous past and present of China’s capital from a local guide and capture fantastic photographs of the city sights during each stop.

Trying to fit Beijing’s must-see sights into a short stay can mean long lines and complex transport logistics. This guided day tour simplifies everything, combining Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu Great Wall into one seamless itinerary. Skip-the-line entry at the Forbidden City saves valuable time, while guided commentary brings Tiananmen Square’s history to life. Then, escape the city to walk along the peaceful Mutianyu section of the Great Wall.

Avoid the hassle of logistics, and discover the highlights of Tibet in a week on this 7-night tour small-group tour from Lhasa. Travel between spread-out attractions in a comfortable vehicle, and save time researching and planning your itinerary, as it’s all organized for you. Take the stress out of language barriers, as this tour includes a guide. Highlights include Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera monastery, Karo glacier, and Everest Base Camp.

Whether you have a layover or limited time in Beijing, visit the Great Wall with ease on this private day tour. Your driver meets you at Beijing Capital or Daxing airports or your central Beijing hotel and takes you to Mutianyu Great Wall with entrance included. Enjoy comfortable, door-to-door transport and flexible timing for a relaxed visit with optional cable car or toboggan rides. Afterwards, return to the airport or your hotel.

Even if you’ve only got a layover in Beijing, check off one of the true wonders of the world on a visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Choose between a private, transport-only transfer and an all-inclusive package with English-speaking guide, local lunch, entrance fees, and tickets to the toboggan and/or the cable car.

The Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace are three of Beijing’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and this full-day tour lets you visit all three without the hassle of planning or navigating an unfamiliar city. On this private guided tour, designed with first-time visitors in mind, you'll also receive hotel pickup, lunch, and entrance fees, ensuring a hassle-free experience.

Maximize your sightseeing in Beijing, and visit only the attractions that interest you, on this full-day private and customized tour. You’ll have a chance to check off at least three of the city’s top attractions by your own preference, such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Summer Palace, and more. A local lunch, all entrance fees, private guide, and transfer service are all included for a seamless experience.

Beijing’s vast size makes getting around independently difficult. See three UNESCO World Heritage-listed highlights in one efficient day on this private guided tour of the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. With a local guide and prearranged transport, the experience removes the complexity of navigating a vast city while delivering a clear overview of Beijing’s imperial history. Entrance fees included.

Make the most of your layover at Beijing Capital International Airport, and let a private guide show you the highlights of the city. Spend time exploring the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Forbidden City, as well as Tiananmen Square. Don’t worry about missing your plane, with round-trip airport transport by private vehicle included.

Beijing’s hutong feel much more atmospheric with a private guide on hand to tell their stories and answer all your questions. Experience big-ticket highlights such as the Bell and Drum Towers, Yandai Xie Street, Back Lakes, and Yinding Bridge alongside lesser-known courtyards on this door-to-door tour. Along the way, try bubble tea, red bean dessert, and “mantou” buns, and enjoy lunch.

See the Chinese imperial palace used from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty up close on this private tour of the Forbidden City. Please be aware that this tour doesn’t include transportation to and from the attractions, but your private guide can help you get a taxi or other form of transport (own expense). The tour includes admission ticket, but at least 2 days in advance.

See one of the oldest performing arts practiced in China during an acrobatics show at the Red Theatre in Beijing. Choose from two evening performances and experience the convenience of a round-trip hotel transfer in a private vehicle. Opt for a seat in the middle section, middle back section, or upgrade to VIP seating.

Explore Hong Kong’s Central and Sheung Wan neighborhoods on a small-group food tour that highlights the city's diverse culinary scene and flavors. Instead of visiting tourist spots, venture off the beaten path to sample six different dishes, such as noodles and dim sum. With a local guide leading the way, weave through back alleys and open markets, and visit spots most travelers never get to visit. Along the way, admire colonial-era architecture and learn about the city’s colorful history.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Experience two different sections of the Great Wall, and watch the sunset, without the hassle of logistics, on this private guided sunset tour of the Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling from Beijing. Journey to the Great Wall at Gubeikou, and then the wall at Jinshanling to watch the sunset from the wall. Round-trip transportation from Beijing and lunch are included for a seamless sightseeing experience.

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.

China’s biggest city might not seem like the place for a relaxing bike ride, but the narrow lanes of Shanghai’s atmospheric Old Town are ideal for a cycling tour. On this bike tour, explore the Former French Concession, pedal around Fuxing Park, and hop off to visit a Buddhist temple, stroll around a traditional wet market, and re-fuel with coffee and pastries.

Enjoy a hassle-free 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 with a smaller group size allowing plenty of attention and time for questions.