Top China Rail Tours

Rather than rushing to keep up with a large group, explore Hangzhou at your own pace on a private day trip that you can customize according to your interests. Traveling by bullet train on your own saves hours stuck in traffic, while exploring with a private guide promises undivided attention at highlights such as West Lake and the Longjin Tea Farm.

Winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens earned Suzhou its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Explore Suzhou's must-see sights and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on a private full-day tour. It includes a guide and transfers by your choice of private car, bullet train, or a combination of the two. Upgrade to add lunch, a boat ride, and entrance fees to a garden, to suit your needs and budget.

Enjoy an exclusive private day tour to beautiful " Pearl City " Wuxi, make your way to Wuxi from Shanghai by travel in the modern bullet train, Explore the top sites such as Lingshan Giant Buddha, Taihu Lake, Nianhua Bay village or Nanchang old street etc. with customizable itinerary catering to your interests. Have good learning about the local culture, history, custom from your guide.

Escape Shanghai’s hustle for a day of unparalleled natural beauty on this exclusive private tour to Huangshan Mountain—China’s iconic scenic treasure and UNESCO Dual Natural&Cultural World Heritage Site. Travel in total comfort with round-trip bullet train tickets, seamless door-to-door private transfers, an English-speaking guide, and driver—all included. Plus, enjoy a complimentary buffet lunch on Huangshan Mountain to refuel during your adventure. Skip the lines with pre-booked Huangshan scenic area entry and Yungu Cableway passes. Immerse yourself in its legendary landscapes: gnarled fantastic pines, dramatic granite peaks, and the ethereal sea of clouds at Lion Peak. Visit iconic spots like Feilai Stone and Bright Summit (Huangshan’s second-highest peak) for unobstructed 360° panoramic views. From Shanghai hotel pickup to late-day return, every detail is handled for a stress-free, unforgettable day exploring Huangshan’s most spectacular sights—no hassle, just pure natural magic.

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.

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.

With a maximum of nine travelers for intimacy and speed, small-group travel doesn’t get much smaller than this door-to-door tour. Explore the famous Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall with pre-booked tickets. Explore the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace; checkoff Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, and the Beijing National Stadium; and enjoy two delicious lunches. Upgrade to add an evening Acrobat Show.

Expand your horizons while you’re in Beijing with a high-speed rail trip to Tianjin, a former foreign concession port. Skip having to organize train tickets and Tianjin transportation. Enjoy a Tianjin guide for background and historical insight, and admire attractions such as Tianjin’s Five Great Avenues, Jing Garden, Tianhou Palace, and more. Includes lunch, some admissions, and hotel pickup for ease.

When you’ve got limited time to explore a city, there can be a lot of pressure to plan the perfect itinerary. With this private Hong Kong excursion, let someone else do the planning for you, and take you to a shortlist of must-see sights—such as Hong Kong Harbor, Victoria Peak, and Kowloon Peninsula. As it's a private tour, a perk is that it can be customized if you have requests.

Take advantage of a long layover at the Beijing airport and spend the time visiting the Great Wall and a Beijing attraction on a private layover tour. Get picked up at the airport or a nearby hotel and head to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall to explore, then head to your choice of attractions, such as the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, hutongs, and more.

The 1,300-year-old Leshan Giant Buddha—the largest stone Buddha in the world—is one of China’s most visited UNESCO World Heritage sites. Navigating the crowds and logistics on your own can be challenging, but this private tour from Chengdu simplifies the experience by combining insight with a guide-led route. Gain deeper insight into the Buddha's history and significance before sampling authentic local cuisine at a nearby restaurant for a well-rounded, cultural day out.

Make the most of your limited time in Beijing and get a personalized experience as you tour Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with a private, English speaking guide. Walk through these landmarks at your own pace while your guide tells you fascinating stories of their significance. Choose from several start times to easily fit this Quick Explorer tour into your busy schedule.

Learn the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, and walk away with a special memento, when you sign up for a small-group class. Pick from numerous daily class times to best suit your sightseeing schedule, and get ready to flex your creative muscles. Learn more about the practice and try different techniques, and leave with a brand new set of skills.

Explore Hong Kong with ease—and discover many of the city's top attractions in just one day—with this one-day travel pass and tour combo. Enjoy a day of unlimited Mass Transit Railway (MTR) use and a round-trip ride on the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car over Lantau Island. See the sights on a walking tour once you arrive, and pay a visit to Tai O fishing village and the famous Big Buddha.

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.

What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai—still mostly survived China's modernization drive—than by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2500-year-old quaint town. I am a local Shanghainese—born, and lived here all my life.We will be going to Suzhou by bullet Train(at the speed of 180 miles/hour!) or a car(van) -Known as "Venice of The East ", 60 miles from downtown Shanghai, Suzhou has managed to maintain most of its old buildings and population. Besides exploring the a beautiful 700-year-old Ancient Chinese Garden , we will also visit Suzhou Silk Museum, known as the origin of Chinese silk, silk has been woven in Suzhou since about 3000years ago! after refueling with a typical Suzhou lunch, we will take a Suzhou style Gondola trip down the charming canals. Finally, we will sip some tea from local tea farms while enjoying a beautiful tea ceremony , so you can immerse deeper into local life.

Escape the crowds at other sections of the Great Wall and soak in the scenery and history at Jinshanling during a small-group self-guided day hike from Beijing. Walk a 3.7-mile (6-kilometer) section from East Five Window Tower to Brick Crenel, with the option to enjoy daytime or sunset views With water, admission tickets, and round-trip transit from Beijing included, logistics are made simple.

Make the most of your time and visit Xian in one day from Chengdu with this private day tour by bullet train. Relax with included hotel pickup and private transfers between your Chengdu hotel and the train station. After arriving in Xian, enjoy a private transfer, entrance fees, and an English-speaking guide at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum.

Travel at your own pace without worrying about getting lost on this private transport package. Visit the Mutianyu stretch of the Great Wall, one of the world’s true wonders, at a time and a speed that suits you. Besides a dedicated private driver, enjoy water, snacks, and in-vehicle Wi-Fi as you journey.

Explore Dali City at your own pace and with the attention of a private guide on this day tour. You won’t have to organize any logistics, including transport from your hotel to the bullet train, the train itself, or paying on the spot for your guide or admission fees. Just be ready to get collected from Kunming, and then enjoy the ride to Dali city to enjoy your private guided tour.

The winding rivers, historical buildings, ancient walls, fantastic museums of Nanjing earned the city as " One of Six Ancient Capitals." Tour Nanjing's must-see sites and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on this full-day private customized tour, which includes transportation on a bullet/fast train, a customizable itinerary, or upgrade the tour with lunch included. Travel with your own personal expert guide and gain a great insight into local history, culture and custom.

This magnificent private 2-day tour in Beijing from Shanghai offers two different tour ending options. You can choose to be done in Beijing or back to Shanghai based on your own situation. During these 2-day guided tour, you will visit the World Cultural Heritage sites: the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square,Forbidden City and Summer Palace. Discover the old Hutongs. Local lunch, entrance fees, first-class bullet train ticket, private guide and transfer service are all inclusive.

See three of Beijing’s top cultural and historical highlights, without having to book separate tours, on this full-day group tour. Stroll amid the grandeur of Tiananmen Square; marvel at the architecture at the Forbidden City; and see the verdant splendor that surrounds the Badaling section of the Great Wall. Alongside your local guide, learn about the rich history and distinctive culture of China and enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from central Beijing hotels.

Instead of wasting time at the Beijing Capital Airport, make the most of your layover with this private half-day tour to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Enjoy personalized airport pick-up by an English-speaking driver and explore the authentically restored Mutianyu section. Walk the Great Wall at your own pace before returning to the airport to continue your journey. Upgrade to include a guide for a more enriching experience.