Top Northern China Sightseeing Tours in 2026

With just a few hours in Beijing, this private tour maximizes limited time with easy transportation to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Head to the top and hike or savor the views. You can ride a toboggan down—at your own expense—then hop in your car to return to your airport or hotel.

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.

Take a break from busy Beijing with a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China. In a small group, hike the section from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded park of the UNESCO World Heritage site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the hike, enjoy lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

Escape the city bustle without leaving the city on this private full-day tour of Beijing's top landmarks. Skip the crowded tours and walk the historic Temple of Heaven grounds, visit the adorable giant pandas at Beijing Panda House, and explore the UNESCO-listed Summer Palace, with the option to take a boat (extra expense) on the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake. Includes a local lunch and central Beijing hotel transfers.

This is the ideal tour for travelers with limited time in Beijing. Take the stress out of organizing transport and planning an itinerary by having everything arranged for you. You’ll see multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites—including the Great Wall of China, and you’ll also visit Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City. Conveniently, transport, lunch, and entrance tickets are all included.

Navigate Beijing’s vast and busy cityscape on a private full-day tour that combines seamless logistics with sightseeing. With your own guide and vehicle, move smoothly between key imperial landmarks, visiting Tiananmen Square, the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall—no need to manage crowds, transport, or routes on your own.

Visit the Mutianyu section of China’s Great Wall, one of the best-known, fully restored stretches, on a half-day private guided tour from Beijing. Ideal for visitors short on time, enjoy private transfers to the wall; ride a cable car up; walk along the battlements,;admire the surrounding hills, watchtowers, and crenelated parapets; then take a toboggan down.

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.

Leave the crowds and tour buses behind, and visit Mutianyu Great Wall on a self-guided tour, with private transfers from Beijing. Explore and hike along the wall at your own pace, with entrance fees included. Afterwards, enjoy a meal at one of Mutianyu’s many restaurants (own expense). Then stop at the Beijing Olympic Village for excellent photo opportunities of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.

This day trip from Beijing takes you to two of China’s top tourist attractions. First, drive to Mutianyu, a 1.5-mile section of the Great Wall that’s been fully restored. Surrounded by dense forest, it is considered one of the most beautiful sections of the wall. Continue on to Summer Palace, an imperial garden with lakes and palaces built during the Qing dynasty.

The Great Wall is a must-see attraction when in Beijing, but visiting on your own can mean crowded public transport and language difficulties. Simplify your experience with this private tour from the airport or your hotel. Enjoy pickup and private transfer to the Mutianyu section. Ascend by cable car and enjoy ample time to walk between the parapets, admiring watchtowers and views before descending by cable car.

Visit the World Heritage-listed Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs on a private full-day tour from Beijing. Travel with your guide in a comfortable private vehicle to the Great Wall at Mutianyu. Hike with your guide and admire expansive views over the Great Wall and forested surroundings. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Ming Tombs before returning to Beijing.

Make the most of your limited layover time in Beijing by heading out to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China—a much less crowded section than most. After easy airport (or Beijing city center hotel) collection by an English-speaking driver, head out to Mutianyu and enjoy free time to explore. Choose whether to shop, eat, or snap photos, then relax on the drive back to your starting point—no need to worry about navigating the traffic yourself.

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.

Discover the foodie highlights of Beijing’s old hutongs (1,000-year-old alleys and courtyards) on this private culinary adventure. The narrow, unnamed streets can make navigating feel like a maze, but exploring with your guide makes things easy. As you soak up the atmosphere, you can look forward to trying dishes ranging from Mongolian hot pot to fresh noodles and barbecue, all paired with local beers and sodas.

Discover the top highlights of Beijing with ease in one day on this private tour that includes the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. Go a private car and drive and explore on your own, or opt for guide for a more enriching experience. Includes entrance fees and hotel transfers.

Make the most of your time in Beijing, and only visit the sites that interest you, on this full-day private guided tour. Customize your itinerary to visit landmarks such as the Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and more (all entrance fees extra). Enjoy included transportation and a Chinese-style lunch while exploring with your guide.

Make the most of your time and visit two of the top attractions in and around Beijing on this private tour to both the Forbidden City and the Mutianyu Great Wall. You don’t need to stick with a tour group and can go at the speed of your personal group. Choose the driver option to explore on your own, or upgrade to add a guide to benefit from local insights.

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.

Experience Beijing’s top sights with ease, without the hassle of planning or figuring out transport, on this private full-day tour. After hotel pickup, explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu Great Wall with an English-speaking guide (if option selected). Entrance fees are already included, making your visit seamless.

It might seem hard to get from Beijing to Xian to see the famous Terracotta Warriors, but this package takes all of the difficulty of organizing your trip. Take a bullet train through scenic Chinese countryside to Xian. Head straight this UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological site. Explore this remarkable museum with a private guide, then return to Beijing – no need to lose the next day traveling back.

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.

Visit two world cultural heritage sites Temple of heaven and Summer palace, to complete the perfect Beijing trip, either choose morning or afternoon accompanied with your expert guide give insider knowledge of each stop, make the half day tour more meaningful, hotel pick up and drop-off are included.

Skip the stress of navigating Beijing on your own and enjoy a smooth, comfortable journey to the Great Wall with a private vehicle and an English-speaking driver. Unlike standard taxi services, our experienced drivers speak English, help with communication, assist with purchasing tickets if needed, and provide useful travel tips to make your visit easy and enjoyable. You can choose your preferred Great Wall section, including Mutianyu, Badaling, Jinshanling, or Huanghuacheng, and travel at your own pace without being tied to a tour group. Our flexible departure times, door-to-door hotel or airport pickup, and comfortable private transportation allow you to maximize your time while enjoying complete privacy. Whether you're visiting Beijing on a layover, a business trip, or a family vacation, this private car service offers a hassle-free and personalized way to experience one of China's most iconic landmarks.