Top Northern China Bus Tours - page 2

Two famous locations for cultural experiences around Beijing are the Simatai area of the Great Wall and Gubei Water Town.You'll be visiting both these locations, exploring their landscapes, and learning about their past and significance to Chinese culture.Starting in Gubei Water Town, you'll see the famous Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir that holds the water flowing through the town itself.Admire the northern architectural style of its carefully preserved old buildings, standing in elegance and full of street shows, before proceeding to the next destination close by. Against Gubei Water Town's lake is the Simatai area of the iconic Great Wall of China.This UNESCO World Heritage site has been partially restored, allowing you to climb up upon the battlements to take in the marvelous views of the jagged mountains and their greenery.The view changes throughout the seasons, casting new colors with every visit.Your tour ends back in downtown Beijing at the drop off.

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 the undivided attention of your guide on a private full-day tour of Datong. Start at your hotel, then travel comfortably to each location by private transportation. Rather than skim the surface like a typical large group tour, you get engaging guided visits at Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple. Ask questions, get suggestions, and avoid language barrier issues with the help of your private guide.

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.

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.

Spend two days exploring the top attractions in Beijing on this tour. During the first day, visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven, plus enjoy a lunch of Peking duck. On the second day, travel to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall then take a rickshaw ride through the Hutong area of Beijing.

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).

Tick off two of China's most iconic sights during this private tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Your guide will greet you at your downtown hotel and accompany you to the center, either on foot or by metro or rideshare (at your expense). Listen to detailed commentary as you tour one of the world’s best-preserved imperial palaces and the largest public square in the world.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Great Wall is China’s signature sight but far outside Beijing making independent access difficult. This private tour offers hassle-free round-trip transportation from Beijing to the Mutianyu or Jinshanling sections, with options to add the Summer Palace or different language tours. Enjoy personalized attention and explore at your own pace with included entrance fees and shuttle bus transfers.

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.

When in Beijing, a visit to the Great Wall is a must. This hassle-free, private tour takes you to the Mutianyu section, where you walk the wall, learn all about its history from your personal guide, and have the option of zooming down a toboggan at the end of your visit. There are plenty of restaurants where you can purchase food, and shopping stalls for souvenirs to bargain over.

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.

Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace on a private tour from Beijing that takes care of your transportation and entrance fees. The Mutianyu portion of the Great Wall draws less visitors, meaning a less crowded experience with great photo opportunities. At the Summer Palace, walk through history as you stroll through gardens and temples.

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.

Check out three different areas outside Beijing on this day tour, and visit the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China, Gubei Water Town, and then the Simatai Great Wall, too. Each section of this tour has a different feel, and your guide will tell you all about the history of each place. You’ll also see Simatai all lit up at night for a special view.

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.

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.

The Mutianyu Great Wall is slow and fiddly to reach on public transportation—even if you speak Chinese. Save time without compromising your independence when you book this private transfers-only tour with ample time to hike at the pace that suits you. After the Wall, bag a second UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a visit to the lakeside Summer Palace, then return to your address.

Discover the best of Beijing during this guided tour to top highlights. See landmarks like the Temple of Heaven, ride a rickshaw through Hutong Alleys, and explore the beautiful gardens of the Summer Palace. This tour is limited to a small group to ensure a more personal experience, includes entrance tickets to avoid long ticket lines, and offers hotel pickup within the third ring road for added convenience.

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.