Top China Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Skip the stress of navigating public transport, and enjoy an easy and enriching visit to the Great Wall of China on this private day tour from Beijing. After hotel pickup, head directly to the Mutianyu Great Wall, known for its watchtowers, natural scenery, and fewer crowds. Explore at your own pace, with optional cable car and toboggan rides. Return to your hotel at the end of the tour.

Escape the crowds and discover Xian’s rich history on this small-group tour, starting with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, walk or bike along the ancient City Wall, and more. With hotel pickup, a guide, entrance tickets, and a buffet lunch included, this tour offers a seamless way to experience Xian’s top landmarks. Ticket only, Terracotta Warriors only, and private options also available.

Rather than sightseeing by day, this night tour reveals Hong Kong at its most atmospheric. Enjoy unobstructed skyline views that you can’t see from the mainland as the city lights up after dark. The experience includes the chance to watch the famous Symphony of Lights multimedia display, except on Earth Hour Day when the show is not available. Refreshments include light snacks, soda, and bottled water onboard.

If you like to travel with a purpose and look below the surface, this gritty, hard-edged tour is for you. Discover the city's less affluent areas that are a stark contrast to Hong Kong’s shiny skyscrapers. Visit traditional markets and gain insight into what real life is like for thousands of Hongkongers as you explore the Kowloon area.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The UNESCO-listed Forbidden City is Beijing’s most visited attraction with over 14 million annual visitors, and it has the traffic to match. This half-day walking tour ensures you maximize your time, with a private guide, pre-paid entrance tickets, and an itinerary tailored to your preferences. Plus, hotel pickup is included for an easy day of exploring.

Visit two of Sichuan’s most popular attractions, the giant pandas and the huge Leshan Buddha statue carved into the cliffs, in just one day on this group tour with optional hotel pickup for a seamless experience. Visit the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base to observe pandas relaxing. Then, travel to Leshan to see the giant Buddha statue up close. You can also opt for a half-day tour to just one attraction.

Skip the hassle of public transport and visit Zhujiajiao Water Town in just a few hours from Shanghai on this half-day private tour. Wander ancient water alley streets and visit the Kezhi garden and traditional temple. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the waterways with an English-speaking guide who manages all the details for a stress-free experience. Upgrade to include lunch for a comprehensive experience.

Avoid the rush of large group tours and visit the Terracotta Warriors at a more relaxed pace on this small-group guided tour. After hotel pickup from your centrally located Xian accommodation, travel by air-conditioned minivan to the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors Museum, and visit all three excavated pits and the artifact exhibition. Plus, enjoy a buffet lunch. City tour and private tour upgrades available.

Burst through the language barrier and get a handle on Hong Kong’s food culture with the help of a local guide on this small-group, half-day food tasting tour in Tin Hau. Chow down on street food and home-cooked favorites from beef brisket to roast goose to dim sum to local sweets. Along the way, stop at temples and tour a local market.

Getting around China on public transport can be challenging, particularly if you don’t speak or read Chinese. Make it easy on yourself by booking a private driver direct from your door for this transport-only tour. Start at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Then, rather than piece together metro, bullet train, and buses, relax on the 2-hour drive to the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Enjoy spectacular views of the Shanghai skyline at night with a cruise along the Huangpu River. Take the stress out of planning and transport, with pickup from your hotel, a dedicated guide, and VIP seating on the cruise. Upgrade to include access to the Shanghai Tower Observation Deck and dinner for a comprehensive experience.

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.

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.

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. Note that this tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart problems.

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.

Enjoy two essential Beijing experiences one day with ease on this private day tour. First, visit the Mutianyu or Badaling section of the Great Wall of China, admiring watchtowers and scenic landscapes. After a Chinese lunch, see the giant pandas at Beijing Panda House, avoiding the need to visit Chengdu. With round-trip transit included, exploring these sights is hassle-free.

Discover one of China's natural wonders at Zhangjiajie and visit three top attractions, without the hassle of arranging transport, on this private day tour from Zhangjiajie City or Wulingyuan. See landscapes featured in the movie "Avatar" with stops at Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, and Tianzi Mountain, and a guide to provide enriching commentary throughout. Entrance fees included.

Make the most of your time in Xi’an on a small-group foodie tour by tuk-tuk, seeking out the city’s best food. Explore hidden streets within Xian’s city walls you wouldn’t find alone. Experience Xi’an's cuisine and culture at local eateries, with dinner and unlimited beer and soft drinks included. Stop at 4–5 different places, and sample the only craft beer brewed in Xi’an at a local brewery.