Top Beijing Day Trips

Enhance your experience of one of China’s greatest architectural feats on a small-group tour to the Great Wall of China from Beijing. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore the ancient Mutianyu section of the wall and ascend Ming Dynasty watchtowers for panoramic vistas of the spectacular surrounding scenery. Revitalize with a delicious Chinese meal and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation to Beijing.

Escape the crowds around the Great Wall of China and visit the ancient Mutianyu section on a full-day sightseeing tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the history behind the 6th-century section and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watch towers and enjoy an optional cable car ride if you wish (own expense). An authentic Chinese lunch and convenient, round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel are also included.

Take a break from busy Beijing for a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China, one of the world’s most famous monuments. Hike the section of the Great Wall from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded section of this 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, have lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

Ride the bullet train from Beijing to Tianjin on this privately guided full-day tour. See several highlights in China's fourth-largest city, including the Porcelain House, colonial buildings of the Five Great Avenues (Wudadao), the Tianjin Eye Ferris wheel, and Ancient Culture Street (Gu Wenhua Jie). Hotel transport, lunch, entrance tickets, and train fare are included.

Soak in the scenery and history of the Great Wall of China at Jinshanling during a day hike with a professional guide. Get away from the crowds as you walk along this 3.7-mile (6-km) section of the Great Wall, passing 15 guard towers while crossing from Jinshanling to Simatai West. Observe the natural beauty of the landscape and the architectural marvels of the Ming Dynasty-era wall during your hike, which takes approximately four hours to complete. Includes round-trip transportation from Beijing, guide, and entrance fees.

Come visit one of the new seven wonders of the world on this full-day sunset tour to the Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling, including round-trip transport from Beijing and lunch. Journey to the Great Wall at Gubeikou, and then watch the sunset from the wall at Jinshanling before returning to your hotel.

Beijing is teeming with standout sights, but areas outside the city are filled with hidden must-see attractions. Cover locations outside standard tourist itineraries during this enriching day trip to Datong, with round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel. Visit the Hanging Monastery, one of China’s most daring architectural feats, and explore the UNESCO-listed Yungang Grottoes, home to over 51,000 Buddha statues. You’ll also munch on savory sliced noodles—a local specialty.

Visit world-famous landmarks, discover UNESCO-listed attractions, and even enjoy an authentic Chinese lunch: this private tour offers the best of Beijing in one day. Meet your guide at your local hotel, and set off via private vehicle. Over the course of the day, visit Tiananmen Square, explore the Forbidden City, and venture into the lovely Temple of Heaven. Following a bubbling hot pot lunch, head to your final highlight of the day: the Summer Palace.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of China’s Great Wall on a full-day small-group hiking tour from Beijing. Accompanied by an expert guide, trace the compelling curve of the wall, delving into the heritage of Simatai West and Jinshanling. Revitalize with an authentic Chinese meal cooked by local farmers and receive a certificate of completion to immortalize your achievement. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Visit one of northern China’s historical wonders on this private 12-hour Yungang Grottoes trip from Beijing. Travel to this UNESCO-listed treasure-trove of early Buddhist cave art near Datong, and enjoy ample time to tour its 252 grottoes of thousands of Buddhist statues. See highlights including the towering Buddha cliff carving, and smaller caverns and niches filled with murals and figurines, many from the 5th century. Lunch, private transport, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore some of Beijing’s most iconic attractions including Lama Temple stopping at Olympic Park to snap photos of the Water Cube and Bird's Nest. Continue on to Lama Temple, an important Tibetan Buddhist temple that is home to an enormous Buddha statue. Have lunch with a local family in their traditional home, then see the hutongs by rickshaw. Climb Jingshan Hill in Jingshan Park and enjoy sweeping views of the Forbidden City.

Come and enjoy this self-guided  Jinshanling Great Wall tour. Hike the section of the Great Wall from Jinshanling to Simatai West . A beautiful and less-crowded section of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched.The self guide tour without any pushing and rushing. Air-conditioned vehicle with private English speaking driver , hotel pick up and drop off , tolls, gas, parking fee and bottled water are inclusive .

Take a full-day detour from Beijing to discover the highlights of China's northeastern Hebei province. Accompanied by a dedicated private guide, ride the superfast bullet train to the port city of Qinghuangdao, and see where the Great Wall meets the sea at Old Dragon's Head in Laolongtou. Walk through the wall's first gate at Shanhaiguan Pass, known as the 'First Pass Under Heaven,' learn the history behind the world's most famous barrier at the Great Wall Museum, and visit the Jiaoshan section of the wall (if time allows). A typical Chinese lunch and transfers from your hotel to the Beijing Train Station are included for a seamless journey.

The Great Wall of China stretches across the country north of Beijing, but it can be difficult to choose a section to visit. Avoid the crowds and commercialisation of the more popular sections of the wall on this day-long trek along the Jinshangling Wall. Hike along the wall to Simatai in the south-east, visiting the section’s 67 watchtowers and taking photos of the astonishing views along the way.

* Suitable for families with kids or seniors. * Group size varies from 5 people to 25 people * English-speaking tour guide. * Easy-to-get-to meeting point at Subway Line 2 Chaoyangmen Station Exit A * Included: snack for the early morning departure and gourmet Chinese lunch prepared freshly! *Super discounted prices * Included: Hotel (or nearby meeting point) pickup in the morning if your hotel is within the 2nd Ring Road Loop. * The only Great Wall hiking service that departs 365 days a year. FEEDBACK: "I just wanted to say that I had such an amazing time on the great wall with this tour! I was a bit nervous I wouldn't like it, due to my experience with a tour group on Mt. Fuji. But, I absolutely loved this group and how the tour was set up. If I ever find myself in Beijing again I'm definitely going on another tour with you guys." -- Lauren, USA, toured on August 15, 2019

Explore the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China on this private trekking tour from Beijing. With your dedicated guide in the lead, learn about the history of this section of the wall, which famously hosts the largest number of watchtowers. See the different architecture and building materials that make up each tower and learn about their purposes. Total hiking time is 6 to 7 hours; a private tour allows you to move at your own pace. Lunch at a local farmer's restaurant included.

Visiting the Great Wall is definitely a must for the first-time visitors to Beijing China. This private one day tour will take you to Jinshanling Great Wall where you can enjoy the breathtaking views with a relatively peaceful walk. Then you will enjoy an exciting evening tour to the Gubei Water Town and Great Wall at Simatai Section. Choose a departure time that works best for you. This private tour includes tour guide, entrance fees, Simatai Great Wall cable car ticket, Lunch, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the rich history of the Jinshanling Great Wall on a day trip from Beijing, and enjoy the views as you go. One of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall of China, the historic walkway was built on the Jinshanling mountains, which lend themselves to photo-worthy vistas. After your visit, savor lunch in a nearby restaurant, then relax on your return to Beijing. No unwelcome factory or tourist shop visits are included in the itinerary.

Travel by bullet train from Beijing to Tianjin, a relaxing 35-minute ride through the Chinese suburbs. With your local guide, visit the Garden of Serenity (the last emperor’s home), Nanjing Road, and the Ceramic House. Sample Chinese snacks and indulge in a bit of shopping, then take the bullet train back to Beijing.

Visit the Great Wall of China and hike along one of its original and unrestored sections in just one day on this small-group tour from Beijing. Set out from Simatai West toward Jinshanling as you hike this beautiful and less-crowded rampart. Stop for photo opportunities and enjoy the intimate tour with just six guests and your guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for an added convenience.

Drink in the splendors of the Great Wall of China, and enjoy a seamless way to explore, on this full-day tour from Beijing. Depart in the morning directly from your centrally located Beijing hotel, and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned tour vehicle. Your destination is the Jinshanling Great Wall, which is renowned for its photogenic vistas (and is much less crowded than other parts of the landmark). Hike the Great Wall for several hours before enjoying a restorative Chinese lunch. Then, return to Beijing.

You can’t visit Beijing without a visit to the Great Wall of China, but most tours only visit the main viewpoints. On this full-day tour from Beijing, hike along the Jinshanling Great Wall to Simatai West, and experience the UNESCO-listed wall up close, as you look out from the watchtowers and discover both restored and unrestored sections of the ancient wall.

Enjoy a stress-free day seeing one of Xian’s most loved attractions—The Terracotta Army. After a hotel pickup, you'll travel by train to Xian. You won’t have to worry about getting lost once you arrive in Xian as an English-speaking guide will meet you at the station. Entrance tickets to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum are included, so you won’t have to wait in long visitor lines. Your guide will also take you for a delicious lunch before you head home.

Depart on early morning around 5am, and head up to Datong from your city hotel in Beijing ( 5-hour driving time). Accompany by your friendly private English driver to see famous Datong Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Temple or other city attractions within 5-hour time before returning back to Beijing downtown. Door to door hotel pickup and drop-off service, toll, gas and parking fee are all inclusive.