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Outside Beijing’s subway network, transportation is extremely difficult unless you speak Chinese. Fit two postcard-perfect out-of-town sights into just one day with this private day tour, including transfers direct from your Beijing hotel. Visit the manicured Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the most popular stretches, plus Gubei Water Town, a scenic lakeside village by the Simatai Great Wall, and explore at your own pace.

Have a long layover in Beijing? Make the most of your time between flights and discover three of the city’s major attractions. Meet your guide at Terminal 3 Arrivals and—with just a small group for company—set off via climate-controlled vehicle. In the space of just a few hours, enjoy a whirlwind discovery tour of the scenic Mutianyu Great Wall, the sprawling Forbidden City, and the iconic Tiananmen Square. Once you’ve seen the sights, return directly to the airport.

Check off the Great Wall of China with ease, thanks to this flexible tour package from Beijing. Choose from a variety of options—including combo tours with the Summer Palace and upgraded options with lunch. For the ultimate personalized experience, select a private tour package with hotel pickup and drop-off. Note that personal travel accident insurance is not included.

Travel like the locals — on public transportation — and check off three major Beijing landmarks in just few hours during this half-day private tour. Your guide meets you at your central Beijing hotel, then takes you on the metro and bus to visit the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven, providing enriching commentary along the way.

Immerse yourself in Chinese history and culture without having to join a large tour group—and check off two cultural experiences in one day—on this hassle-free, private tour from Beijing. First, walk the winding Great Wall of China at the picturesque Mutianyu section, a mix of restored walls and ruined remains. Afterward, visit a classic Chinese teahouse and participate in a traditional tea ceremony.

With your pre-booked entrance ticket and whisk directly inside. Learn the ancient history, culture and traditions, listen the interesting stories happened in the Forbidden City from your private professional guide. Followed by a visit of Jingshan Park, climb to the top of the park’s central peak for a bird-eye view of the Forbidden City. Hotel pick up, Entrance fees and a memoroble print-out souvenir photo are included.

For immersive insight into Chinese culture, choose this private 3-hour experience including dinner, dancing, and traditional Chinese performances. At the opulent Prince Li’s Mansion in Beijing, you’ll enjoy a Chinese dinner while watching imperial dancing and mask-changing performances accompanied by Chinese instruments. History buffs can upgrade to include a guide and learn about the history of Beijing cultural traditions. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Make the most of your long layover at Beijing Capital Airport with a private round-trip to the Mutianyu segment of China’s Great Wall. After convenient airport pickup, travel north to this restored Ming-era section and stroll along the ramparts independently, or upgrade to have a guide accompany you. Admire panoramic mountain views, watchtowers, and parapets, with private transport, entrance fees, and airport transfers included.

Experience shopping just like a city dweller as you wander through vendor-lined markets on this private, half-day tour in Beijing. Taste tea at Hongqiao Pearl Market and do some antique shopping at Panjiayuan Flea Market. Because this tour is private, your guide helps you quickly find the areas you’re interested in, so you can make the most of your time.

Beyond the grand imperial structures of central Beijing lies a different world: the world of hutongs, traditional lanes with courtyard houses. Finding your way through this downtown warren can be challenging, but this tour makes it easy—and the small group size ensures personal interaction with your guide. Learn about everything from Chinese time-keeping to the fate of China’s last emperor as you stroll and soak up the atmosphere.

The Great Wall of China is a must-see attraction when in Beijing. With this tour, you can sit back and enjoy the view, as the driving is in a local’s hands and entrance is included. After pickup at your hotel or Beijing Capital Airport, head straight to Mutianyu Great Wall. Your driver will wait for you while you hike the Great Wall, then return you to your hotel or the airport.

The Forbidden City is one of Beijing’s most popular highlights, but there are centuries of history to unpack. Rather than walk around with your head in a guidebook, explore the UNESCO-listed site with your own personal guide on this private sightseeing tour. Flexible timings let you opt for an express tour or a half-day experience. Note: your tour must be booked a week in advance to secure tickets.

Escape Beijing for the day with this full-day private tour to the Great Wall of China. Spend the day at the Huanghuacheng section of the Wall, hiking around the unrestored ruins and seeing the wall as it was built many centuries ago. Get to and from Huanghuacheng without any hassles or delays caused by strangers in your tour group, either: drive from Beijing to the Huanghuacheng in a private vehicle with driver. Entrance fees extra.

Explore the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China with a small group on this full-day tour from Beijing. The Mutianyu section is less visited than other parts of the Great Wall, which allows you to enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage Site away from the crowds. The small-group tour is limited to right people, and includes an informative guide, lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Save hours of research and planning time, and visit two of China’s top attractions on this hassle-free private Beijing tour. First, visit the Mutianyu Great Wall; then, discover the imperial treasures of the Forbidden City. Avoid the stress of waiting in long entrance lines with included admission tickets. Enjoy plenty of time to explore each attraction independently or with a guide if upgraded.

Enjoy a delicious and wide-ranging foray into Beijing’s culinary traditions on this small-group food tour. With a maximum of eight tour attendees, you’re guaranteed a personal experience. Visit several local restaurants, sample more than 10 traditional dishes, washed down with beer, soda, and baiju. You’ll also have the chance to explore the city’s historical hutong alleyways.

Private and premium service - modern vehicles, professional drivers, and flexible to your needs . Unlike cheaper options, we never compromise on quality! No hidden costs, no detours, no forced shopping stops.What you see is what you get. This is a private car charter service , NOT shared car service , please book the corresponding price based on the actual number of people in your group. Datong hotel or railway station to Hanging Temple 1.5 hours. Hanging Temple to Yungang Grottoes 2 hours on the way. Yungang Grottoes to hotel or railway station 1 hour . The Hanging Temple reopened on May 1, 2026, after maintenance. Tickets for the climb cannot be booked in advance for foreign tourists. Visitors can still enter the scenic area to view the temple from below and take photos, but cannot enter the temple interior. Thank you for your understanding. If you are very interested in visiting the interior of the Hanging Temple, please contact me privately to discuss the arrangements.

Summer Palace doesn't need to book ticket in advance. Tourists can buy ticket on the day of the tour. Please bring passport and cash(or Alipay) to buy ticket. Making a booking wihtin your budget to secure your spot and learning summer palace history from your professional English tour guide. Find the guide who is holding a sign with name "Roy Li"

The Temple of Heaven is a top attraction in Beijing, but visiting on your own can mean missing out on important details and history. Gain more from your visit with a private guided tour of this landmark from the Ming and Qing dynasty. Upgrade to add on the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, or an Acrobatic show of Peking duck dinner for a more comprehensive experience.

Discover the incandescent beauty of Beijing by night on this 3-hour evening walking tour. See the city sparkle as you explore glimmering waterways, vibrant parks and narrow ‘hutongs’ (alleys) under the cover of darkness. Led by an accomplished guide, sample sublime specialties at the busy Wangfujing Snack Street; browse stalls bursting with exotic ingredients at the Donghuamen Night Market; and stroll amid the ancient and illuminated structures of Imperial City Park for a unique sightseeing experience. Conclude your tour with a tranquil wander around Houhai Lake and enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour.

Don’t waste your Beijing layover at the airport when you can explore the Great Wall and Beijing with this private layover tour. Choose from transfer-only or guided packages, visit Mutianyu, Badaling, or Juyongguan Great Wall sections (entrance extra), and select one city attraction such as the Forbidden City (advanced booking required) or the Summer Palace. Enjoy private transport from PEK or PKX airports and return with ample time for your flight.

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.

Take all the hassle out of visiting the Great Wall of China with this private, full-day tour including hotel pickup. Travel in a private vehicle to the Mutianyu Great Wall, known for its scenic and well-preserved sections. Upon arrival, transfer to a shuttle bus to the Great Wall and take the chairlift up. Enjoy several hours at your leisure to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site then take the toboggan down.

See three of the most important attractions in the Beijing area in just one day with this private tour. You'll start with a visit to Tiananmen Square and then on to the adjacent Forbidden City, which operated as an imperial palace for almost five centuries. You'll then head up to the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China, stopping for lunch along the way, before returning to Beijing at the end of the day.