As the sun rises over Beijing, its first light touches the ridge of Jingshan Park, where the city lies quiet below. Many travellers begin their Beijing tours at this hour, when the city feels open and unhurried.
Morning rays sweep across the rooftops of the Forbidden City, warming its vermilion walls and tracing the palace’s north-south central axis. The light pools at the southern gates and spills beyond the encircling moat into the surrounding residential hutongs of the old city, where ornate birdcages, bicycles and breakfast steamers come to life with the day.
By mid-morning it reaches Beihai Park, where the lake often mirrors the White Dagoba on Qionghua Island. At noon it brightens the blue-glazed roof of the Temple of Heaven’s Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. In the afternoon sunlight moves across Qianmen and Dashilan shopping streets, revealing restored façades and long-standing shops that preserve traditional crafts. As the day progresses, it carries northwest toward the Summer Palace, once an imperial refuge from the summer heat.
Late light strikes the repurposed galleries and former factory buildings of Beijing’s contemporary art districts, and as dusk falls the city folds past and present into a single, luminous sequence.
Join one of our Beijing tours for a balanced blend of guided insight and free time, discovering the living layers of culture that draw many travellers to witness its imperial heritage, modern urban energy, and the practical comforts of a global capital.
6-day Ancient Capitals of China Tour
Take a journey through the centuries and uncover the secrets of China’s ancient capitals. Explore age-old fortresses, majestic palaces, graceful pagodas, and sacred temples. Your route will also lead you to two of the country’s most iconic symbols of its millennia-old power – the Great Wall of China and the Terracotta Army.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi’an
Details6 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 960 per person
7-day Beijing & Shanghai Highlights Tour
An unforgettable journey where centuries-old temples and alleyways meet futuristic skylines. You'll discover the highlights of Beijing and Shanghai, then head beyond the city limits to walk along the Badaling section of the Great Wall and explore the charming canal town of Zhujiajiao.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Shanghai
Details7 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 1,248 per person
8-day China Small Group Tour 2026
Join one of the best tours for a first introduction to China. Travel with a group of international explorers as you uncover the treasures of three of the country’s greatest cities. Discover ancient landmarks and cutting-edge architecture that together tell the story of 3,000 years of Chinese history.
Shanghai, Xi'an, Beijing
Details8 Days | Group | March–October US$ 1,945 per person
8-day Central China Highlights Tour (from Beijing)
Explore three of China’s greatest cities in the shortest time possible. Instead of rushing from place to place, you’ll have enough time to experience the best cultural centers at a relaxed pace. Discover both thousand-year-old monuments and the bold modern architecture of today’s China.
Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai
Details8 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 1,650 per person
10-day Central China Discovery Tour
A rich and wide-ranging tour that brings together some of China’s most captivating sights, from ancient landmarks to modern marvels. This in-depth journey spans the country’s many historical eras and highlights its diverse cultures, religions, and ethnic traditions - with a special visit to see the giant pandas.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xian, Chengdu, Shanghai
Details9 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 2,184 per person
10-day Central China Essential Tour (from Beijing)
This trip can truly be called the quintessence of 3,000 years of Chinese history: temples and palaces of ancient dynasties, the Great Wall of China, the Terracotta Army, medieval Pingyao, and finally, futuristic Shanghai with the tallest skyscrapers in the Middle Kingdom.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Pingyao, Xi’an, Shanghai
Details10 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 1,992 per person
10-day Central China Panorama Tour
The perfect blend of China’s cultural, historical, and natural treasures. This long and captivating journey begins in the nation’s capital and ends in the world’s largest port city. Along the way, you will encounter the ancient imperial army, and the breathtaking mountains made famous by the movie Avatar.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi’an, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai
Details10 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 2,268 per person
11-day Central China Cultural Treasures Tour
This tour offers a comprehensive journey through Chinese history and culture. You will encounter grand palaces and temples that stand as monuments to past empires, charming neighborhoods that preserve the atmosphere of the medieval East, modern highways and the tallest skyscrapers, delightful pandas, and much more along the way.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi’an, Chengdu, Panda Base, Leshan, Shanghai
Details11 Days | Private | All year round
12-day Central China Classic Tour (from Beijing)
Travel ancient and modern China by land and water. Discover the legendary Great Wall, the silent Terracotta Army warriors, and cruise the Li River past stunning limestone karsts. Explore Zhujiajiao, the 'Venice of the East', before ending in vibrant Shanghai, where modern skyscrapers tower above the world's busiest port.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi’an, Guilin, Longsheng, Yangshuo, Shanghai, Zhujiajiao
Details12 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 2,442 per person
From imperial recipes to street delicacies, this 13-day China Food Tour explores Chinese culture through taste, from Beijing to Hong Kong.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi’an, Chengdu, Guilin, Longji Rice Terraces, Yangshuo, Hong Kong
Details13 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 2,640 per person
14-day Central China Extended Tour (from Beijing)
Spend two unforgettable weeks in China, exploring some of the country's most iconic sights. This tour seamlessly blends natural wonders and historic landmarks—from the dramatic peaks of Zhangjiajie and the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army to a tranquil cruise along the Li River and the vibrant energy of modern Shanghai.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Yangshuo, Shanghai
Details14 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 2,904 per person
15-day China Group Tour with Yangtze River Cruise 2025-2026
Discover iconic landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cities across China. Explore the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Yangshuo countryside, and enjoy a scenic Yangtze cruise through the majestic Three Gorges.
Hong Kong, Guilin, Yangtze River Cruise, Yichang, Shanghai, Xi'an, Beijing
Details15 Days | Group | Spring, summer, autumn US$ 3,980 per person
15-day China Natural Wonders Group Tour 2025-2026
Experience China’s most spectacular natural wonders, from the soaring peaks of Zhangjiajie and peaceful rice terraces of Longji to the idyllic countryside of Yangshuo.
Hong Kong, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai, Xi'an, Beijing
Details15 Days | Group | Spring, summer, autumn US$ 3,800 per person
16-day Central China Grand Tour (from Beijing)
An exciting journey through some of the most popular cities and iconic locations in central China. From ancient palaces and the Great Wall to futuristic skylines, stunning natural scenery, a Yangtze River cruise, and encounters with pandas – this large-scale tour is packed with color and contrast.
Beijing, Badaling Great Wall, Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Yangtze Cruise, Huangshan, Shanghai
Details16 Days | Private | mid-March to mid-November from US$ 3,330 per person
