Top China Rail Tours - page 2

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.

Escape the crowds at other sections of the Great Wall and soak in the scenery and history at Jinshanling during a small-group self-guided day hike from Beijing. Walk a 3.7-mile (6-kilometer) section from East Five Window Tower to Brick Crenel, with the option to enjoy daytime or sunset views With water, admission tickets, and round-trip transit from Beijing included, logistics are made simple.

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.

Zip from Beijing to the legendary Shaolin Temple in style on this full-day private guided tour—round-trip high-speed rail tickets included for a seamless, time-saving journey! Meet your dedicated English-speaking guide in Zhengzhou, then head straight to the world-famous birthplace of kung fu for an immersive cultural adventure. You’ll have plenty of time to watch a jaw-dropping martial arts performance showcasing gravity-defying moves and authentic Shaolin combat skills, delve into the temple’s 1,500-year history and Zen Buddhist heritage with your knowledgeable guide’s insider insights, and marvel at China’s largest pagoda forest, a solemn landmark dotted with ancient stone stupas honoring revered monks. No hidden costs—this all-inclusive tour covers round-trip high-speed rail fares, all entrance fees, private vehicle transfers, and expert guiding, letting you focus solely on soaking up the magic of Shaolin without a single worry.

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.

Escape Shanghai’s hustle for a day of unparalleled natural beauty on this exclusive private tour to Huangshan Mountain—China’s iconic scenic treasure and UNESCO Dual Natural&Cultural World Heritage Site. Travel in total comfort with round-trip bullet train tickets, seamless door-to-door private transfers, an English-speaking guide, and driver—all included. Plus, enjoy a complimentary buffet lunch on Huangshan Mountain to refuel during your adventure. Skip the lines with pre-booked Huangshan scenic area entry and Yungu Cableway passes. Immerse yourself in its legendary landscapes: gnarled fantastic pines, dramatic granite peaks, and the ethereal sea of clouds at Lion Peak. Visit iconic spots like Feilai Stone and Bright Summit (Huangshan’s second-highest peak) for unobstructed 360° panoramic views. From Shanghai hotel pickup to late-day return, every detail is handled for a stress-free, unforgettable day exploring Huangshan’s most spectacular sights—no hassle, just pure natural magic.

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.

This magnificent private 2-day tour in Beijing from Shanghai offers two different tour ending options. You can choose to be done in Beijing or back to Shanghai based on your own situation. During these 2-day guided tour, you will visit the World Cultural Heritage sites: the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square,Forbidden City and Summer Palace. Discover the old Hutongs. Local lunch, entrance fees, first-class bullet train ticket, private guide and transfer service are all inclusive.

Expand your horizons while you’re in Beijing with a high-speed rail trip to Tianjin, a former foreign concession port. Skip having to organize train tickets and Tianjin transportation. Enjoy a Tianjin guide for background and historical insight, and admire attractions such as Tianjin’s Five Great Avenues, Jing Garden, Tianhou Palace, and more. Includes lunch, some admissions, and hotel pickup for ease.

Escape the crowds around the Great Wall of China and visit the ancient Mutianyu section on a full-day sightseeing tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the history behind the 6th-century section and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watch towers and enjoy an optional cable car ride if you wish (own expense). An authentic Chinese lunch and convenient, round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel are also included.

Learn the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, and walk away with a special memento, when you sign up for a small-group class. Pick from numerous daily class times to best suit your sightseeing schedule, and get ready to flex your creative muscles. Learn more about the practice and try different techniques, and leave with a brand new set of skills.

Visit the Great Wall on this tour from Beijing with a private driver. Get picked up at your hotel and travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a less crowded section. Explore independently and hike along the wall to see its many panoramic views at your own pace. Optional extras include a cable car ride and toboggan ride. Customize the start time of this private tour to suit your schedule.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Beijing Railway Station, Beijing South Railway Station or Beijing West Railway Station, and then relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence. These private vehicles can accommodate up to nine passengers.

Explore Hong Kong with ease—and discover many of the city's top attractions in just one day—with this one-day travel pass and tour combo. Enjoy a day of unlimited Mass Transit Railway (MTR) use and a round-trip ride on the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car over Lantau Island. See the sights on a walking tour once you arrive, and pay a visit to Tai O fishing village and the famous Big Buddha.

Make the most of your layover in Beijing and visit the Mutianyu Great Wall. Enjoy the comfort of a personalized Beijing airport pick-up by an English-speaking driver, and travel to the authentically restored Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Guests have the opportunity to step back in time and walk the Great Wall, after which they return to the airport to continue their adventures.

Take a break from busy Beijing with a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China. In a small group, hike the section from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded park of the UNESCO World Heritage site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the hike, enjoy lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

Watch Beijing light up for the night on a private sightseeing tour. Travel with a private guide in a comfortable vehicle to see Tiananmen Square, and admire the dramatic architecture of the National Centre for the Performing Arts, CCTV headquarters and Beijing National Stadium. Discover local bars around Houhai Lake, and check out the colorfully lit Central Business District shopping centers. Includes option to include dinner or an acrobatics show.

Explore Beijing on a private custom city tour for a more personalized sightseeing experience. 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, Tian’anmen Square, the Summer Palace and more! Tasty local lunch, all entrance fees, private guide and transfer service are all inclusive.

Make the most of northern China’s winter on this private door-to-door tour, with a Great Wall hike in the morning and a ski session after lunch. First, ride the cable car up to the Great Wall at Badaling for dramatic views over snowy landscapes. After a tasty local lunch, head to Beijing Badaling Ski and try your hand at skiing—skis, boots, and lifts included, deposit at your own expense.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Avoid shared shuttles and long taxi lines after your flight, and meet your driver directly at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). Relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence in Beijing with a private tour designed for your group size.

Take advantage of a long layover at the Beijing airport and spend the time visiting the Great Wall and a Beijing attraction on a private layover tour. Get picked up at the airport or a nearby hotel and head to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall to explore, then head to your choice of attractions, such as the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, hutongs, and more.

When you’ve got limited time to explore a city, there can be a lot of pressure to plan the perfect itinerary. With this private Hong Kong excursion, let someone else do the planning for you, and take you to a shortlist of must-see sights—such as Hong Kong Harbor, Victoria Peak, and Kowloon Peninsula. As it's a private tour, a perk is that it can be customized if you have requests.

Immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most spectacular sights. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace and absorb the sacred ambiance of the Lama Temple (Yonghegong). Gain fascinating insight into the prosperous past and present of China’s capital from a knowledgeable guide and capture fantastic photographs of the city sights during each leisurely stop.

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.