Tours and Trips in Beijing

To the east of the some of the more popular sections of the Great Wall is Simatai. Untamed and relatively unrestored, the Simatai section is a beautiful, towering part of the wall whose design has only been altered by the forces of nature. This full-day tour will give you the chance to walk along the wall without dealing with the crowds you'd find at those other, more popular sections.

Enjoy some of the nightlife of Beijing on this 4-hour private tour with a guide who introduces you to the Wangfujiang Night Food Market. You'll also walk through the Houhai Bar Street in the Back Lakes (Hou Hai) area and Nanluoguxiang Street. Enjoy the personalized service of a private guide. Any food or drinks are at your own expense.

Climb the hillside and be rewarded with stellar views of the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China. Eat a delicious lunch, then take in the symbolic heart of China at Tiananmen Square and enter the imposing walls of the Forbidden City. Immerse yourself in Beijing history and culture on a full day tour; a great way to pack it all in if you have a limited time in the city. Round trip travel from your hotel maximizes time on your day of sightseeing.

This coach tour take you to visit two of China's top historical attractions, the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall of China at Badaling, during a full-day tour from Beijing. With your expert guide, head to the Ming Tombs in the morning to see the Chang Ling Tomb, the best-preserved of the burial sites for the Ming emperors. In the afternoon, visit the Great Wall at Badaling and be amazed at the colossal defense structure. Stop at a jade center for lunch, and a silk manufacturer before drop-off at your Beijing hotel.

Meet locals and step inside their "hutong" homes on this small-group tour that delivers access you couldn't hope to achieve traveling solo. After touring the Drum Tower and Back Lakes, ride a rickshaw through historic "hutong" as your guide explains their heritage and traditions. Then tour a typical courtyard home, meet the family, and learn how to make "zhajiangmian" noodles for your lunch.

Combine several quintessentially Beijing sights during this 10-hour tour with a small group. Downtown, see the Water Cube in Olympic Park and the Bird's Next, then explore some ancient neighborhoods via rickshaw. Additionally, visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. All entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Beijing hotels included.

Save time and energy compared to negotiating Beijing's public transport system on this small-group Beijing tour. Admire the giant pandas at Beijing Zoo, follow in the footsteps of emperors at the Summer Palace, capture photos at the Niaochao National Stadium, tour a hutong, and visit a silk factory. Along the way, enjoy a dragon-boat ride, a local lunch, and a traditional Chinese tea ceremony.

Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace are three of Beijing's most popular attractions, but they have the crowds to match. This small-group full-day tour offers a more personalized experience, as you marvel at the Imperial City, explore the UNESCO-listed palaces, and learn more about China's fascinating history. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Visit the Great Wall at Badaling on this 9-hour tour from Beijing that also includes stops at the Ming Tombs, a jade gallery, and a tea house, providing a variety of Chinese historical and cultural experiences for you to enjoy in one day. You'll travel by coach to reach the most visited section of the Great Wall of China, where you can hike along it and admire views from the centuries-old watchtowers. Lunch is included.

See two monumental UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day with a small-group tour to the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs from Beijing. An experienced guide takes you through the Chang Ling Tomb, part of the royal burial complex for the emperors of the Ming Dynasty. Then visit the less-crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, which has superb historical and architectural features. Enjoy sweeping views over the wall and surroundings. Your tour includes lunch and stops at a jade outlet and silk factory.

Discover the incandescent beauty of Beijing by night on this 3-hour evening walking tour. See the city sparkle as you explore glimmering waterways, vibrant parks and narrow 'hutongs' (alleys) under the cover of darkness. Led by an accomplished guide, sample sublime specialties at the busy Wangfujing Snack Street; browse stalls bursting with exotic ingredients at the Donghuamen Night Market; and stroll amid the ancient and illuminated structures of Imperial City Park for a unique sightseeing experience. Conclude your tour with a tranquil wander around Houhai Lake and enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour.

Delve into Beijing's imperial highlights, including skip-the-line access to the Palace Museum (Forbidden City), on this private 8-hour tour. Visit Tiananmen Square and Tiananmen Gate Tower, and enjoy fast-track entry to the Palace Museum to tour its must-sees and other, lesser-known treasures. Explore royal Jingshan Park, ride a boat around Beihai Park, and enjoy lunch at the Royal Icehouse Restaurant, where ice was housed for China's emperors. Central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Cover more stops - and taste more goodies - during this unique Beijing foodie tour by bike. Escape the tourist track and get insider's access to the city's best-kept culinary secrets. Munch on sweet and savory local standbys, from crispy cakes to meat-stuffed pancakes, as you cruise by landmarks like Tiananmen Square and the city's oldest Chinese medicine shop. Tours are capped for personalized attention and have multiple departures per day.

Party down and learn a thing or two about Chinese food and drink with this epic, three-hour small group experience. Ever heard of Erguotou? You'll soon learn all there is to know about this traditional liquor and much more as you meander through local bars and breweries, guided by informative hosts who are enthusiastic about highlighting the authentic taste of Beijing.

View Beijing's lights as darkness falls on this 3-hour sightseeing tour by minivan. Admire illuminated Tiananmen Square and the floodlit Bird's Nest stadium, stop for photos by the egg-shaped National Theatre, and view the CCTV building and skyscrapers of the Central Business District. On route, experience some of the city's liveliest quarters, and visit a night market to try local street snacks (own expense). This small-group tour includes central Beijing hotel pickup and drop-off.

See the sights of Beijing on this 9-hour tour with a typical Chinese lunch included. You'll travel by coach to check out the city's biggest attractions, such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang), the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), and the Temple of Heaven (Tiantan Park).

Explore the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China with a small group on this full-day tour from Beijing. The Mutianyu section is less visited than other parts of the Great Wall, which allows you to enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage Site away from the crowds. The small-group tour is limited to right people, and includes an informative guide, lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

See Beijing's top attractions and UNESCO World Heritage sites on a small-group tour led by a knowledgeable guide who shares detailed commentary on contemporary and imperial China. Visit the Temple of Heaven (Tian tan), Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park, stopping to admire the ancient city's Ming-era architecture and learn about the powerful Chinese emperor. Your guide sheds light on China's history with your small group, which is limited to 12 people for a more intimate experience, and includes subway transport, entrance fees and lunch.

If you are a hiking lover and ready for a exciting trek during your time in China and want to meet up some new friends, this 8-hour small group tour is your best choice. You can enjoy the nature and amazing view on the Huanghuacheng great wall, one of the few sections of the Great Wall which is linked by mountains and rivers in Beijing. This tour is lead by a hiking professional who has a lot of experience in hiking on the Great Wall.

Spend a wonderful day discovering the Great Wall at Mutianyu Section and the underground palace at Ming Tombs on this shared tour. You will have a professional English speaking guide and minivan as the ride. All entrance fees and an authentic Chinese lunch are included. Group size is limited to 12 people to ensure more personalized attention from your guide.