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Beijing: Ancient Towers & Cricket King Step 700 years back into the soul of Old Beijing. Historic Echoes: Start at the Bell & Drum Towers. See massive drums and climb up for panoramic views of the grey-tiled Hutong rooftops. Courtyard Life: Enter a private home to practice calligraphy and make dumplings. Enjoy a traditional Beijing soul food light lunch served in a quiet, local courtyard. The Cricket King: Meet a renowned Cricket Master in person. Discover this unique Lao Beijing tradition and the legends of these tiny "warriors." Rickshaw Journey: In Shichahai, board a rickshaw through winding alleys. See the real, unfiltered daily life of families living in historic courtyards. Finale: We end at Yandaixiejie, an 800-year-old street famous for artisan shops and street food. Great for gifts! Arrival: Set DiDi to YaoJi ChaoGan Gulou (姚记炒肝鼓楼店). Face the shop, take the alley to your left, walk 1 min to the Drum Tower (鼓楼) gate.

Discover the rich history of Beijing on this all-inclusive day tour featuring Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the famed Mutianyu Great Wall. Your journey begins with convenient hotel pickup, followed by a visit to Tiananmen Square, where you’ll see key landmarks including Chairman Mao's Mausoleum. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Forbidden City, once home to 24 emperors. After lunch at a local restaurant, travel to the less-crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Choose to ride the cable car up or the toboggan down for a unique experience. Enjoy ample time to hike and take photos before returning to your hotel. - Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in a private vehicle - Visit iconic sites: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall - Flexible start time to avoid crowds during busy periods -Direct departure options available from airport or high-speed rail station.

Discover the Hidden Cultural Gem of Shenyang: Manchu Paper Pinching Art! Step into Shenyang, the former capital of the Qing Dynasty. Beyond the iconic red walls and golden tiles of the Imperial Palace, there lies a hidden cultural treasure waiting for you to uncover – Manchu Paper Pinching Art. This is a magical craft that requires no scissors! With just your hands, you can transform ordinary flat paper into intricate 3D patterns. Known as a “living fossil” of Manchu culture, it carries the rich heritage and artistic wisdom of the Manchu people. Here, you will not only learn about the fascinating culture of the Qing Dynasty but also have the unique opportunity to experience this intangible cultural heritage firsthand. Under the guidance of skilled artisans, you will master the techniques of paper pinching and create your own distinctive Manchu-style handicraft to take home as a special souvenir of your trip to Shenyang!

Explore the stunning Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with a convenient bus tour from downtown Beijing. Enjoy a comfortable ride through the scenic northern suburbs before spending 4.5 hours of free time to hike, take the cable car, or relax at various viewing platforms. Capture unforgettable moments at famous photo spots and enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling mountain forests. After your adventure, return to Beijing and admire the illuminated Bird's Nest and Water Cube, experiencing the modern allure of Olympic landmarks at night. - Convenient downtown pickup and drop-off near iconic Olympic sites - 4.5 hours of leisure time to explore the Great Wall at your own pace - Options for cable car and ropeway access to enhance your visit - Includes an English-speaking guide and round-trip transportation

Secure this great package: book your Chaoyang Theatre acrobatics show and receive complimentary admission to the Temple of Heaven, a famous UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Beijing. One booking includes daytime heritage sightseeing and an evening cultural show, saving you time and extra ticket expenses. The Temple of Heaven was the sacred altar for Ming and Qing emperors to pray for favourable weather and rich harvests. Stroll its spacious park‑style grounds and visit key landmarks: the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, Circular Mound Altar and Imperial Vault of Heaven. Its signature blue‑glazed roofs, symmetrical layout and old cypress trees embody ancient Chinese cosmology and imperial ritual culture. In the evening, visit Chaoyang Theatre, Beijing’s well‑known venue for award‑winning Chinese acrobatics. Catch thrilling acts such as contortion, high‑chair balancing, hoop diving, bowl‑spinning and the exciting globe‑motorcycle stunt.

Forbidden City Small Group Tour (English/Russian/Spanish Guide) 【Meeting time】 : 8:30 AM / 12:30 PM 【Meeting point】 : Donghuamen (East Prosperity Gate), Forbidden City Tour details: Enter via Wumen (Meridian Gate), walk along the central axis, and see the grand halls. After the tour, your guide gives you a ticket for a Peking Opera performance at Mei Lanfang Memorial (valid 7 days; daily at 5:00 PM, ~50 min), including imperial snacks & tea tasting. 【Find Your Guide】 : Your guide (English/Russian/Spanish) will contact you by 6:00 PM the day before via phone/WhatsApp/email with meeting time, flag color, and guide's phone number. Note for Chinese citizens: Must book when online tickets are available. Once sold out, you cannot join. According to Palace Museum rules, Mainland Chinese citizens can only book using their ID card number and Chinese name.

Most Forbidden City tours stop at history. Ours adds a local kitchen. Start with a seamless, all-included visit: main hall + Treasure Gallery tickets, expert guide, and Bluetooth ear‑hook earphones. Then go beyond sightseeing — join a local family to make dumplings from scratch. You’ll learn the art of folding, hear real stories of daily life, and sit down to eat what you’ve made together. One tour. Imperial history + authentic local cooking. Spaces are limited — book yours today.

Why book us? We are NOT an agency. This is NOT a staged tour. Here is the real difference: 1. GLOBAL VISION, LOCAL SOUL: My wife and I are born-and-raised Beijingers who grew up in these alleys, but we have traveled the world. We know what sophisticated travelers hate about boring group tours, and we connect like old friends. 2. PRIVATE FAMILY COURTYARD: Enter my relative’s private courtyard home—a protected historic site. It is 100% exclusive; no other tour on Viator has the keys. It is a living residence, not a commercial museum. 3. NO PASSSIVE SIGHTSEEING: We spend a full hour getting you hands-on to master the art of spinning the Diabolo (Chinese Yo-yo) right in the alley like a true local. 4. REAL TASTES: No tourist traps. Enjoy traditional snacks handmade by my aunt inside the courtyard, explore a 1,000-year-old Muslim quarter, and find rare street foods. Want a cookie-cutter trip? Book someone else. Want an elite local connection? Welcome to the family.

Juyong Pass ranks as the first of the three impregnable passes along the Great Wall (the other two are Jiayuguan Pass and Shanhaiguan Pass). Besides the ancient wall, many old buildings, like towers and temples, can be seen there. This half day tour takes you to explore the first of the three Great Wall passes. Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking expert guide and entrance ticket fee are all included. Spend half day to hike the impregnable Juyongguan Pass Visit the first of three impregnable passes along Great Wall Take amazing photos of magnificent Great Wall in China Take the tour either in the morning or in the afternoon Private tour is operated with just your party exclusively

Travel from Beijing to Xi'an by high-speed train for a private same-day visit to the Terracotta Warriors. This long but efficient itinerary is designed for travelers who have limited time in China and want to see one of the country's most important archaeological sites without arranging train tickets, local transfers, and museum admission separately. Your Xi'an guide meets you on arrival, leads you through the Terracotta Warriors Museum, and shares the history of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's underground army. Private transfers in Beijing and Xi'an are arranged to keep the day as smooth as possible.

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Tianjin experience. Say no to hustlers and discover Tianjin by Bullet Train on this door-to-door private tour. Explore the Tianjin City’s top attractions on this guided excursion. Visit famous landmarks of Shijia Mansion and Ancient Culture Street. A fantastic Bullet train experience are all inclusive

Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time on a private full-day tour. Climb the hillside and be rewarded with stellar views of the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Toboggan Down from the Great Wall of China. .Visit The Biggest Imperial Garden in Beijing, Summer Palace Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of each of the iconic landmarks.

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private guide on this door-to-door private tour. The tours itinerary is customizable base on your interests. Visit National Museum, Niujie Mosque, Qianmen and Dashilan. Stroll through the historical alleys-- Hutong. Hotel pick up and drop of are all inclusive.

No visit to Beijing is complete without traveling to Mutianyu great wall. Eliminate the hassle of car rental on this tour, convenient airpot pickup and drop-off are included from two Beijing airports: Beijing Capital International Airport / Da Xing International Airport. Booking this tour ahead of time means you are sure to visit the must-see Mutianyu Great Wall with your visa-free layover when in Beijing. Either take cable car or chairlift up and toboggan down both fantastic experience at the wall! A local dumpling lunch, sights tickets, professional guide are all included.

Simplify the reservation process for Tian'anmen Square with a professional reservation service. Book your entry in advance and secure your preferred visiting time slot. Provide your passport information and travel date, and receive a confirmation once your booking is successfully reserved. Receive official entry reminders and visiting tips to ensure a smooth and hassle-free trip to Tian'anmen Square.

Rewind to China’s Ming and Qing eras on a 2-hour walking tour of Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. Learn about its importance to the imperial families of China, then watch Beijing’s older citizens perform their morning exercises. Combine with a 45-minute Taiji Class teaching by a Taiji Master in the Temple.  The entrance fees and Taiji class fee are all inclusive

Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City are highly representative historical and cultural attractions in Beijing. Choose a private tour of the Mutianyu Great Wall and the Forbidden City to enjoy an exclusive time of historical and cultural exploration and gain an unforgettable and unique memory of Beijing! Highlights • Convenient transportation: Depart directly from your located place and reach the scenic spots directly, avoiding the trouble and time waste of transferring to public transportation • Professional tour guide explanations: Enable you to better appreciate and understand the value of scenic spots • Thoughtful service: The tour guide can help you purchase tickets in advance, assist with taking photos, and recommend restaurants based on your taste and needs, among other issues during the trip • Flexible and free itinerary: The tour guide will adjust the pace of the tour according to your physical strength and time arrangement, without having to accommodate the group schedule

Don't waste your connecting flight in Beijing! Unlock the Great Wall, a must-visit place in a lifetime, in just a few hours Is the layover in Beijing only half a day or a few hours? Don't be stuck at the airport scrolling through your phone. Take advantage of this time to set foot on the Great Wall, one of the Seven Wonders of the World! It takes only 1.5 hours by car from Beijing Capital Airport or within Beijing to reach the Mutianyu Great Wall, which is the most suitable section for connecting passengers, The Mutianyu Great Wall has beautiful scenery but relatively few tourists Highlights • your driver/tour guide will hold your name wait for you at your located hotel in Beijing or Exit of airport arrive hall directly go to the car, no need transfer, save time • your driver/tour guide will confirm your next flight departure time and plan your itinerary and return time, so you don't need worry about your time • help you book your ticket in advance

Visit the impressive Beijing Stone Forest Canyon with a private round-trip transfer English-speaking Beijing drivers will assist you with ticket purchases Experience fascinating sites at your own pace Visit off the beaten path sites

No shopping stops or unwanted add-ons, your trip, your way. In this full day private tour, you will visit the world wonder created by Chinese people - Mutianyu Great Wall and discover one of the 13 Ming Dynasty Tombs complex - the Underground Palace of Dingling. Follow your professional guide to explore the fabulous history and culture of China.

Mutianyu’s 2.5 kilometer stretch of the Great Wall allows you to walk for more than an hour as you explore 22 watchtowers and the valley on both sides of the Wall. During this half day hiking tour, you will be accompanied by private tour guide, travel back in time and see the Wall as it was when it was built hundreds of years ago.

this tour will be totally 8 hours from the moment you been picked up at the Exit A National Agriculture Exhibition Center metro station(Line 10) to the moment you been dropped off there, after the pick-up,you will have a 2.5 hour ride to Jinshanling Great Wall where you will see one of the 7 wonders of the world with splendid view and you also can use cablecar to get to the top of the Great Wall and return, after the Great Wall if you want to stop for some food the driver will take you to local restaurant for local food otherwise will drive you back and drop you off at the same point as you been picked up

Explore two iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Beijing on a private full-day journey. Start at the less crowded Mutianyu Great Wall, where a round-trip cable car offers comfort as you take in breathtaking mountain scenery. Afterward, visit the stunning Summer Palace, a vast imperial garden filled with rich history and elegant architecture, perfect for leisurely strolls and photography. This personalized tour includes a private vehicle, an expert English-speaking guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off for seamless travel. - Discover the scenic Mutianyu Great Wall with fewer crowds - Ride the included cable car for easy access - Explore the lush and historic Summer Palace - Enjoy personalized attention from a private guide in a comfortable vehicle

Forbidden City In-Depth Guided Tour: Secrets of Imperial Power Discover the world's largest palace complex through the lens of imperial power. This tour reveals how China's emperors ruled, schemed, and lived behind crimson walls. The Logic of Absolute Power — How the Three Great Halls projected authority and an empire revolved around one man. Architecture as Power — Layout, color, numbers, and spatial design as coded statements of rank and ritual. Politics of the Throne — Real stories of emperors balancing ministers, clans, and rival factions. Royal Life and Court Rules — The strict rituals and relationships governing daily life inside the palace. Ideal for history lovers and first-time visitors. Walk away not just having seen the palace, but grasping why it endures as the symbol of imperial China. Optional Upgrade — Add the Treasure Gallery, home to exquisite Qing court artifacts, and Tiananmen Square, where imperial past meets modern China to your journey for more value.