Historical & Heritage Tours in Northern China

Maximize your time and save yourself the stress of transport by booking a private tour of 3 of Beijing's best museums. Join your professional guide on a visit of the National Museum, Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall, and Beijing Capital Museum. Your guide takes care of everything, including museum tickets and local Chinese lunch.

Set off from Beijing to see the historical village of Cuandixia and Tanzhe Temple on this private 9-hour tour. First go to the village and explore the area that dates back to the Ming dynasty. Then, make your way to the Western Hills to see the Tanzhe Temple, which is one of the city's oldest temples.

Leave busy Beijing for a day trip to the charming village of Cuandixia. Founded during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Cuandixia was an important trade route stop for several centuries. Its historic courtyard homes are nestled into the mountain slope, with orchards and fields tucked in between, and a backdrop of fertile valleys and hills. Explore the town with your private guide and enjoy an authentic country-style lunch in a local restaurant. Your tour includes private vehicle and guide, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Combine visits to the National Museum of China and the Military Museum on this 8-hour private tour. Learn about Chinese history, art, and military heritage from your private guide while you explore. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from within Beijing's 4th Ring Road included.

Rewind to China's Ming and Qing eras on a 2-hour private walking tour of Beijing's Temple of Heaven. Stroll around this historical religious complex, learning about its architecture and spiritual symbolism. Visit the Hall of Prayer of Good Harvests, where emperors prayed for fruitful harvests, and see the Imperial Vault of Heaven, Circular Mound Altar, and more. Plus, stroll around the temple park, seeing Beijing's older citizens perform their morning exercises. Entrance fees and hotel pickup included.

Weave your way around charming streets and ancient alleys (hutongs) on a 3-hour rickshaw tour of Beijing. Clamber into your traditional mode of transport and discover an alternative side of Beijing; see locals going about daily life and marvel at spectacular sights like Drum Tower. Visit a local home to gain insight into ancient Chinese customs and culture and sip aromatic tea collected from local plantations. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your hotel on this enriching tour.