Top Northern China Outdoor Activities

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.

Combine pandas, a boat ride, and a UNESCO World Heritage site in one experience on this private half-day tour in Beijing. Go see giant panda bears at the Panda House in the Beijing Zoo with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Then tour the Summer Palace, an original royal garden, and enjoy a pleasant boat ride (fee extra) on scenic Kunming Lake, all in just a few hours.

Beijing's hutongs (narrow lanes) can be tricky to navigate alone. To make things simple, this small-group tour helps you cover ground easily thanks to handy electric scooters (or bicycles—your choice) and a guide leading the way. As you ride, learn about local life and culture, and discover hidden gems that many travelers miss. Sample street food and try out traditional games to discover a hidden side to Beijing that most people miss.

See the best of Beijing plus the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu on a small-group tour that focuses on the attractions and avoids the traps of many sightseeing tours. With a guide who provides in-depth commentary and shows you the best photo ops, visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City (or the Summer Palace on Mondays), and hike the Great Wall with either a round-trip cable car or chairlift and toboggan.

Discover several UNESCO-listed sites in Beijing in just a few hours on this action-packed half-day walking tour. The tour will help you save time and see Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City in half a day, with a guide to provide enriching commentary. All entrance fees are included so you’ll save time waiting in entrance crowds, and have more time to explore.

The Great Wall of China and Longqing Gorge are two top attractions outside Beijing, but organizing transportation to visit them independently cuts into valuable sightseeing time. On this private tour, begin with pickup at your Beijing hotel and explore both sites in one day. Visit the Badaling Great Wall with your cable car ticket included, and take to the waters of the Longqing Gorge for spectacular countryside views.

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.

Enjoy a seamless day trip from Beijing to Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors—we take care of pre-booked round-trip high-speed train tickets (the fastest, most cost-effective way to travel) and door-to-door transfers: from your Beijing hotel to the train station, then straight to the UNESCO site upon arriving in Xi’an. What makes this trip stand out? Your guide is a 10+ year expert deeply familiar with the Terracotta Army’s behind-the-scenes stories—from its 1974 discovery to the unique craftsmanship of its 8,000+ life-sized clay soldiers. Since your Xi’an time is limited, our core mission is to help you fully understand this ancient wonder’s history and significance in a short, focused journey. Included: train tickets, transfers, entrance fees—no extra planning needed.

The Great Wall of China is one of the world’s most iconic attractions, but many parts of the ancient barricade are packed with tourists. During this rugged outdoor sightseeing adventure, you’ll escape the crowds at the under-the-radar Jingshanling section. Discover untrodden terrains with a picturesque hike through the rolling countryside, with free time to photograph the ruins of stone towers. Private round-trip transportation from Beijing and a tasty Chinese lunch are included.

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.

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.

Gain insight into imperial China on a full-day tour of several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Beijing. Start with a look at the monuments of Tiananmen Square, then tour the immense Forbidden City complex with your knowledgeable guide. After lunch, hike along the Badaling Great Wall and enjoy multiple photo opportunities on the Wall. Travel in comfort with your guide, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

See the beautiful UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China on this flexible private tour. It’s ideal for travelers who want to customize their day rather than having a strict schedule. Choose a time and place for pickup that suits you, and travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. A private English-speaking driver will take you directly to Mutianyu Great Wall entrance and then wait for you in the parking lot at a finish time that suits you.

Enjoy three experiences in one night with this guided tour that blends food and romance. Dine at Little Yunnan Restaurant near the Forbidden City and then head to Shicha Lake Park to board your chartered boat. Sip tea and indulge in some snacks while floating along to Houhai Lake. Finish the evening with a walk among the unique shops of Xie Street (Hutong).

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.

The Great Wall is China’s signature sight but it’s far outside the city and getting there is tough. Visit without the stress on these Great Wall tour packages. Choose between the Jinshanling and Mutianyu sections, private or shared, guided or unguided: You can add the Forbidden City or Summer Palace to a Mutianyu trip. Please note that the cheapest option is a 1-way shuttle from the airport to your hotel.

Beijing Universal Studios is a world-class theme park full of joy and exciting experiences. This pre-booked standard admission ticket allows you hassle-free entry by simply scanning your original physical passport at the gate. • Valid on your selected date only. • This ticket includes Standard One-Day Admission to Beijing Universal Studios, granting you full access to the park and all regular ride/show queues. • PLEASE NOTE: Universal Express Pass (Skip-the-Line/Fast Pass) is NOT included in this ticket. • If you wish to upgrade and purchase a Universal Express Pass, you can do so independently inside the official Universal Studios Beijing App or at the park's guest services desk on the day of your visit (subject to daily availability and dynamic pricing by the park). • Real-time passport binding ensures your entry slot is secured, making it perfect and reliable for international travelers.

1, Pick you up from your hotel either in the morning at 9am or in the afternoon at 2pm. then the bicycle tour will start from your hotel area. 2, You will cycle around the second ring road ( which was said as the ancient city wall but had taken place by the modern roads today), you will cycle through the old hutong district in Beijing, visiting the lama temple, imperial academy street, and stop by the wudaoying hutong to take some rest and drinks. 3, Then you will restart and head for the drum and bell tower square where you could join the local people for some activity, for example: writing the ground calligraphy, watching the crickets fighting, playing the shuttlecock and so on, you will visit the tobacco-pipe hutong to experience some knock-off street shopping, then to Houhai lakeside hutong to feel how the local people spend their with friends at leisure time in the local bars. 4, you will bike to Jingshan park and Changan avenue to see the chairman's office. 5,Back to your hotel.

Tiananmen Square is the biggest city square in the world. It is a must see place when you travel to Beijing. If you don't make reservation with your passports, you will not allowed go into the square. Viator e-ticket is not allowed! Please provide accurate passports names and numbers since them will be resisted if wrong you can not enter it! only show checkpoints your passports no Viator e-tickets! Please note there are 5 entrance checkpoints to the square and you must make it right. We will give you the number of the entrance checkpoints and you must go to the right one with the time you reserved!This is the right way to entry Tiananmen Squre! Checkpoint 1: take the subway to the northeast exit of Tiananmen West station use exit B and walk for only 5 minutes after exiting! Checkpoint 2 : East side entrance of the square: After getting off at the southeast exit of Tiananmen East subway station use exit C, you can walk for 5 minutes to see it! Check point 3-7 please follow map.

The Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace, being two of the top attractions in Beijing, get very busy in high seasons, especially during the holidays. It can be difficult to obtain the ticket on the travel day, need to queue for a long time. So booking the ticket in advance is a must. With your pre-booked entrance ticket, skip the long lines and whisk directly inside by showing the QR code that send to you after it is booked when you enter.

Devise your own Beijing itinerary and explore the city at your own pace with this private chauffeur service. Maximize your time and avoid last-minute transport hassles by prebooking this private car service with driver. Whether you need an airport transfer, a day trip to Great Wall of China, Beijing must-to-see and must-to-dos, or a custom multi-day adventure, enjoy traveling in air-conditioned comfort vehicle, and avoid hassle of reservation of attractions entrace tickets. Your courteous driver will navigate the route and prepare all the tickets for you. • Private air-conditioned car and driver service available throughout Beijing • Eliminate the stress of finding reliable transportation on the spot • Create your own itinerary and see Beijing highlights at your own speed • Hassle-free for Beijing attractions tickets reservation • Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your Beijing hotel, or layover tour stars from airports and railway stations in Beijing.

The Great Wall at Huanghuacheng is one of the wall’s most beautiful stretches, with ancient ramparts meeting reflecting lakes. It’s hard to reach from Beijing on public transportation, but this tour makes it easy, with round-trip transfers, tickets, and a scenic boat ride, plus an escort on the bus. An early start allows for a generous amount of time discovering the wall and nearby attractions independently.

If you prefer to hike through history without beating back the crowds, then this private tour of the Jinshanling Great Wall is for you. Then enjoy around half a day hiking along this less-visited stretch of the Great Wall with, option to hike on your own or with a private guide.