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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.

You can’t visit Beijing without a visit to the Great Wall of China. See the UNESCO-listed wall at its most magical on this guided sunrise tour. Travel by private vehicle from Beijing to Jinshanling Great Wall. Enjoy a self-guided hike from the east gate to the middle gate, and enjoy the sunrise views along the way.

Save time without compromising on experience with this door-to-door private guided tour that covers Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Shanghai highlights. First, explore the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and foot, and savor a local lunch. Then, spend the afternoon discovering Shanghai: 16th-century Yuyuan Garden, the Bund, and the Shanghai Tower. As this is a private tour, you may opt to visit the Shanghai Museum or another skyscraper instead.

Escape the massive crowds at the Great Wall of China at Badaling and visit the restored Mutianyu section on this hassle-free and budget-friendly full-day group tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the wall’s history and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watchtowers and enjoy an optional cable car ride (own expense). A Chinese lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this full-day private tour. Admire bird’s-eye views from a Shanghai Tower, stroll along the Bund, and visit the Yuyuan Garden and bazaar. Plus, explore the Confucius Temple and Former French Concession area, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony. Choose to travel by public transport (own expense) if you're in a group of four or fewer, or upgrade to get around by private vehicle.

Customize this private guided tour of Shanghai by picking two to three attractions to visit. On the half-day tour you can either follow a suggested itinerary or choose based on your interests. Attractions include the well-preserved Yuyuan Garden, the Bund or Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) with skyline views, the French quarter, and more.

Experience Zhangjiajie’s natural beauty on this two-day guided adventure. After a convenient airport pickup and drive with marvelous views, enjoy a thrilling ride up the 1,070 foot (326 meter) Bailong Elevator, admire the region’s gorgeous landscapes from Tianzi Mountain, and follow the glass skywalk that sits 4,700 feet (1,432 meters) above sea level on Tianmen Mountain, among other stops.

Options for visiting to the Great Wall are often limited: group tours are impersonal while private tour can be pricey. On this small-group tour, capped at nine travelers, you get a personalized experience and a great value, plus you get to visit the Summer Palace as well. Spend a couple of hours hiking on the wall, enjoy a Chinese lunch, drive by the Bird’s Nest Olympic Stadium, then explore the Summer Palace.

Get a shortcut to the best bits of Lantau Island with this comprehensive tour that includes a convenient pickup from downtown. Along the way, enjoy perks you wouldn’t get if exploring alone—such as priority cable car access to the Big Buddha. You can also enjoy a visit to Tai O fishing village, a delicious lunch, and fascinating commentary from your guide.

Getting to the Great Wall at Mutianyu by public transport involves two buses and a metro, while group tours are often rushed. Experience one of the world’s true seven wonders in style on a private door-to-door tour that’s tailor-made for families. Ride the cable car up, then hike with your guide and capture timeless pictures. Race to the bottom on the toboggan slide.

The Temple of Heaven is one of Beijing’s most in-demand attractions and ticket purchase lines can get extremely long. Skip the hassle of struggling with Chinese apps and payment methods, and reserve your tickets online, in advance, in your home currency using this convenient service. Book tickets only, or upgrade to add a private guide and/or door-to-door round-trip transfers to make your day even easier.

Enjoy an easy way to explore one of Beijing’s most popular attractions when you prebook tickets to the UNESCO-listed Temple of Heaven. One of the world’s largest ceremonial complexes, and dating to the 15th century, the temple is renowned for its striking architecture, vibrant interiors, and imperial past. Secure your entry before your trip, and upon arrival, bypass the crowds and head right inside.

Explore Chengdu when temperatures have cooled and the lights have brightened on this evening food tour by tuk-tuk. Explore pedestrian alleyways, hidden parks, and small temples as you visit favorite local eateries. Experience Chengdu's cuisine and culture by eating at the same places that local people do, without worrying about deciphering menus in Chinese.

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.

See the Tian Tan Buddha statue (Big Buddha) with ease on a visit to Po Lin Monastery on Lantau Island. Ride the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car and enjoy a boat ride around Tai O, a quaint fishing village where the houses stand on stilts. You also have the option to upgrade to a glass-bottom crystal cabin, a private tour, or a dinner buffet cruise on Victoria Harbour.

If your time in Hong Kong is limited and you want to see the highlights of Lantau Island, this well-planned day trip offers an efficient solution. Skip the research with a ready-made itinerary covering the island’s top sights—including Tian Tan Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, and the Tai O fishing village. Plus, this tour avoids all souvenir shopping so you just focus on the sights.

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.

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 limited travel time—and enjoy a hassle-free way to explore—on this day trip from Hong Kong to Macau. Look forward to discovering many of Macau's key sights in just one trip, including the ruins of St. Paul’s Cathedral, A-Ma Temple, Senado Square. Enjoy a buffet lunch, have the option to visit one of Macau’s glitzy casinos, and benefit from ferry transit to Macau and return transportation by the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge shuttle bus.

See the sights of Hong Kong with a private guide on a customizable, walking half-day tour. Get a detailed introduction to the area at the beginning of your trip before you explore more on your own, or shape the tour to your interests if you have limited time. Focus on anything from history and culture to food and local 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.

Don’t worry about finding your own way to the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu: this flexible and hassle-free private tour makes it easy to plan an excursion. Meet your driver at your Beijing hotel, the airport, or train station at a time of your choosing. You’ll have several hours to explore the site independently, and can also book cable car and/or toboggan tickets (own expense).

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.

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.