Top Northern China Private Sightseeing Tours

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 one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—the Great Wall of China—during your time in Beijing with this private tour. After pickup from your hotel, head directly to the Mutianyu Great Wall (famed for its watchtowers, abundance of natural scenery, and for its comparative lack of crowds). Explore at your own pace (and, if you wish, pay extra for the cable car and toboggan services). At the end of the tour, return 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.

With this private walking tour, you can discover many Beijing food specialties that tourists usually miss out on. Rather than having language barriers, enjoy having a private guide to show you around and recommend the best dishes to eat. Best of all, to keep the experience as effortless as possible, food and drink tastings are included, such as noodles, beer, and soup dumplings.

See three of the top attractions in and around Beijing with a guide on this full-day private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is included, as well as entrance fees, lunch, and a ticket for the round-trip cable car or the chairlift and toboggan ride at the Great Wall.

Discover the beauty of the Summer Palace with ease, thanks to this convenient admission package. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, you can save time and get in quicker. Also, if you’re keen to learn more about the palace’s history, you can upgrade to a package with a tour included as well as transportation options if you need them.

Join an expert guide for a private tour of Beijing’s most fascinating destinations and UNESCO Sites, from the Forbidden City to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. With a private guide to take care of the details, you can focus on exploring Beijing history, culture, and cuisine, hassle-free. This 3-day private tour includes all transport by private vehicle, meals and most entrance fees, and daily hotel transfers.

Go off the beaten path in Beijing to visit a hutong (traditional-style neighborhood) with a private guide for an authentic experience of local Chinese cuisine and the rich culture of old Beijing. Sample more than 20 different dishes at small eateries including locally owned shops, bakeries, and restaurants. Meet the owners and learn about Chinese culinary customs on this half-day tour including all food tastings.

Do full justice to three of Beijing’s must-see sights with a private tour that allows you to explore at your own pace and ask as many questions as you like. Check out Tiananmen Square and explore the highlights of the Forbidden Palace and the Summer Palace on walking tours that let you focus on the finer details. Lunch, entrance fees, transfers with a guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off are all included for a seamless day of sightseeing.

See the spectacular sights of Beijing according to a personalized itinerary on this full-day private tour of the city. Accompanied by a private and knowledgeable guide, tailor your tour according to which landmarks interest you most; perhaps see the ancient mystery of the Forbidden City; venture to the iconic Greet Wall; or admire the exquisite exterior of the Lama Temple. Follow your guide around the narrow alleys and ambient streets of the city to purchase special souvenirs, or sample some sumptuous street food in bustling markets.

Take a private full-day tour from Beijing to visit two top attractions: the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China and the Summer Palace. Enjoy the convenience of an all-inclusive tour, which includes lunch, entrance fees, cable car or toboggan at the Great Wall, along with your private guide and driver.

Seeing the Great Wall of China is a must for many travelers visiting Beijing—and this convenient tour offers a hassle-free way to get there and back. Choose to visit either Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall, with a private driver to take care of navigating. Once at the site, you can either explore independently or with a guide if you’ve chosen the upgraded package.

Explore Beijing’s key landmarks with a private guide on a tailored tour. Visit the Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City, with an option to include the Summer Palace. Choose from packages offering subway transfer or private car transport and a local lunch. Enjoy personalized guidance to experience Beijing’s rich history and culture without rushing.

Discover the top sights around Beijing with a professional guide who shares the famous city’s history and highlights over two days. Tour the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven and the historic temples of Beijing on the first day. The next day, head out to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China followed by time to enjoy the lush gardens of the Summer Palace. You’ll tour several UNESCO World Heritage Sites and get a glimpse of imperial China during this comprehensive tour.

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.

Discover Beijing on a private 2-day tour of China’s capital, which includes select meals, hotel pickup and drop-off transport, and entrance fees. Tick off top attractions such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven on day one. On day two, visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace. Upgrade to a deluxe package to include a Peking duck dinner and a Kung Fu or acrobatic show.

Discover the stunning Mutianyu Great Wall on this fully private and flexible day tour. Choose from three upgrade options — English-speaking Guide, Private Driver, or VIP Fast Pass — to create your perfect experience. Enjoy the freedom of flexible departures between 6:30 AM and 1:30 PM, allowing you to avoid crowds and customize your schedule. Our private vehicle takes you directly to the Great Wall with our VIP Fast Pass (available as an option), skipping the long shuttle bus queues and saving you up to 60-90 minutes. Ride the Chair lift up and experience the thrilling toboggan slide down. This less-crowded section of the Great Wall offers breathtaking views and a more authentic atmosphere. Lunch is not included, but you can easily add a delicious meal on-site. Choose from a variety of Chinese or Western options (dumplings, local specialties, pasta, salads, etc.) with stunning Great Wall.

Explore the picturesque Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China without transport or logistics worries on this private tour from Beijing. Choose between a self-guided driver-only option or a guided hike with an English-speaking guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off within Beijing's 4th ring road are included. Spend about four hours hiking depending on your fitness and preferences before returning to Beijing.

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.

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).

If you like to explore independently but would rather not negotiate Chinese-language public transport, book this private transport-only tour to two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Great Wall at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace. Your private driver will collect you from your hotel lobby, escort you to the Great Wall, transfer you to the Summer Palace, and bring you back to your hotel.

The Beijing subway system can redefine crowded—and is often confusing if you’re new to the country. Skip the angst and avoid the taxi stress when you book this convenient Universal Beijing Resort package which includes both 1-day tickets and private round-trip transfers from your hotel. From Harry Potter to Transformers, you’re free to explore the attractions at the pace that suits your group.

Lakeside Gubei Water Town and the Simatai Great Wall sit a long way outside Beijing and are extremely difficult to reach using public transportation. Save time and stress without compromising your independence when you book this private transfer service, direct from your Beijing address. Your driver brings you both to the water town and to the Great Wall, leaving you free to hike at your will.