China Cultural, religious and historic sites Trips in 2025/2026

Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour

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Any trip to China is incomplete without a visit to the magnificent Great Wall, and one of the best places to admire the grand structure is from Beijing. This guided bus tour will take you solely to the Mutianyu Great Wall in Beijing, so that you can thoroughly explore the structure. Mutianyu is one of the best-preserved and best-known sections of the wall, and during hotter months, it's also one of the least crowded locations--making it a relaxing visit. Your tour guide will pick you up from your Beijing downtown hotel lobby at around 7 – 8 am based on hotel location and settle you into a comfortable, air-conditioned bus to start the trip. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to drive up to Mutianyu Great Wall. During the drive, your English-speaking tour guide will provide you with historical and cultural context in relation to the Wall so that your trip and be all the more engaging. Upon arrival, make a short visit to a jade carving factory to learn about the Chinese jade culture and see the unique carving craft. Then you may hike up or take a cable car at your own expense to explore the beauty of the Great Wall. You can take some epic pictures, admire the tensely distributed watchtowers, soak up the stunning natural scenery for around four hours at the Mutianyu Great Wall. To leave you enough time on the Great Wall, lunch is excluded in this tour, but you may bring bottled water and snack. Later at around 2 pm, rejoin the group and have a relaxing transfer back to your hotel.

Bus tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

10-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing

Duration9 hours

From

USD 30

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Experience Early 20's Shanghai Lifestyle

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In the 1920s and 1930s, Shanghai was one of the most prosperous and cosmopolitan cities of East Asia, a centre of business and pleasure offering a vibrant lifestyle. On this day tour, experience the 1920’s wealthy lifestyle with your private local guide. These decades saw the nobility of the Qing dynasty, other high-class citizens and rich, up-starters living a truly luxurious lifestyle in Shanghai. Food was always the most important part of Chinese society, and for the wealthy in the 1920s, the day always started with a delicate yam-cha breakfast, a compulsory activity for the rich. They also frequented fancy restaurants or boutique tea-houses, often with their pets (birds or crickets), and would choose their favourite dim-sum to enjoy with precious Chinese tea. Today, you will be picked up in your hotel lobby at 7:30 am and taken to the restaurant --- Sense 8. The decoration and the food immerse you in elegant and exclusive scenes of times past— the decor of the restaurant mirrors the décor of the homes of members of the Qing Dynasty. Enjoy a range of old-school dim sum dishes like 20’s Shanghai that you can't find it anywhere else. After breakfast, you will visit the Site-Memorial of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China. The well-protected historical architecture “shikumen”. The founder of the Communist Party started from here. The bird market is the entertainment spot of old. In the market, people sell insects, bird, plants and fish. Here, different people with the same hobby. They all come here to pick their pets and exchange experiences! The final stop is Yuyuan Bazaar, which is the old Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture market. There are various souvenir shops and restaurants. Here you can search for some small gifts for your family or friends or try some famous snacks if you're interested. Then, you will join a tea ceremony. Yuyuan Garden is right next to the bazaar if you would like to visit, just let your guide know.

Local culture

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

chinese, english

Destinations

Shanghai

Duration4 hours

From

USD 124

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Half Day Mini Group Forbidden City Tour, No Shopping

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8:00: Meet Your Guide Meeting Time: 8:00am, please arrive 5 minutes earlier. Meeting Place: At the Gate of Lao She Teahouse (Qianmen Branch), easy to locate on map Address: Building 3, Zhengyang Market, Qianmenxi Main Street, Xicheng District. Transportation: Take a taxi there from your hotel, with address in Chinese provided by our travel consultant. Or take the subway line 2, get out of the Qianmen stop from the exit C, and walk a few minutes there. Waiting Time: 10 minutes 8:10: Visit Tiananmen Square Follow your guide to take a morning walk around Tiananmen Square, and you can shoot distant view photos of the brilliant landmark buildings such as the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Great Hall of the People and the Memorial Hall of Chairman Mao. 9:00: Visit Forbidden City Walk through the Gate of Heavenly Peace with the great Chairman Mao's portrait on it; you come to this morning's highlight - the 600-year-old Forbidden City - the largest and the most intact imperial palace complex of the Ming and Qing Courts (1368 - 1911 AD). The majestic Forbidden City has 9,999 rooms! Which are the most essential and interesting parts? We will spend three hours or so exploring the main buildings centering upon the central axis, which splits the entire compound into two symmetrical halves. After the trip is completed, you will find yourself already near the North Gate of the Forbidden City. It’s your choice to leave with your guide or take advantage of your ticket to linger inside longer to explore the Imperial Garden for more photos. There are cafes and Beijing snacks sold in the peripheral zone, so you can just tackle your lunch here before continuing your own exploration. Your guide will be glad to provide you suggestions to get back to your hotel. 11:30: End the Tour As we finish touring, we are already near the North Gate. It’s your choice to leave with your guide or take advantage of your ticket to linger inside longer to explore the Imperial Garden for more photos. Your guide will be glad to provide you ways to get back to your place or assist you in hailing a cab. Safe travel!

Trekking and Hiking Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-85 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing

Duration4 hours

From

USD 30

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Private Shanghai Day Tour with Huangpu River Cruise

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Shanghai, the largest city in China, is unlike any other in the world. The gateway to China promises a land of history, prosperity and mystery. Your guided day tour of Shanghai starts as your tour guide meets you at the lobby of your hotel at the appointed time. After a warm greeting, start your journey from the Shanghai Museum. The museum, which houses a fantastic collection of ancient Chinese art, is a great introduction to Chinese heritage. Later, your guide will accompany you to the 400-year old Yu Garden. Afterwards, leave the serenity of the garden and head to the bustling streets of Shanghai. Take a leisurely walk through the pedestrian Yuyuan market. Lunch is not included in this tour, but your guide will be happy to offer you some suggested restaurants. You haven’t been to Shanghai, if you haven’t been to the Bund, people say. The Bund is a mile-long stretch of waterfront promenade along the Huangpu River and a reminder of China’s concession era. The stretch, with its colonial architecture and modern skyscrapers is a living museum presenting the transformation of the city. Enjoy the spectacular Shanghai skyline with an hour-long Huangpu River cruise. Finally, visit the prosperous Nanjing Road to fully experience the city's prosperity and jolly atmosphere. At the end of the tour, your guide will escort you back to your hotel.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Shanghai

Duration8 hours

From

USD 142

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Badaling great wall tour

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Pick-up from your hotel between 7:00am and 8:30am, and then drive to Ming Tombs (50 miles away from downtown about one hour driving). The thirteen Ming Tombs are the best-preserved Chinese imperial tombs with 500 years history. You will visit Changling, the head and the largest tomb of Ming Tombs, where Emperor Yongle (the first emperor in Beijing) and his Empress Xu were buried. The sightseeing on the Ming Tombs takes about 1 hour. The visit to Ming Tombs finishes at about 10:45. Before having lunch (11:30 am), you will have 45 minutes for a short visit of Jade Carving Factory. The jade carving is a famous special Chinese product, a blend of the excellent skill on carving and Chinese traditional cultures. Having traditional Chinese lunch at Jindian restaurant. After lunch, driving to the Badaling Great Wall. The hike on Badaling Great Wall takes 2 hours. Badaling section is the most famous and best-preserved wall. Its highest point at Badaling is some 800 meters above sea level. Cable car is available and optional.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing

Duration8 hours

From

USD 55

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Guided Morning Tour of Guangzhou

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Explore Guangzhou and learn of the ancient metropolitan's evolution throughout the centuries in this four-hour morning tour. Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, discover the exquisite craftsmanship of the region's artisans in the ancestral temple of the Chen family, wander around the beautiful Shamian Island with its European heritage, and visit the restored canal of Lizhiwan Brook. Your tour guide will meet you at your downtown hotel at around 8:00 - 8:30 am, and transfer you around Guangzhou in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. First, head to the Chen Clan Academy, the ancestral temple of the Chen family. The temple, built in quintessential Guangdong architecture, is famed for its extensive collection of art pieces of wood, stone, and brick carving and metalwork. The special historical, artistic and scientific significance of the temple makes it one of the major cultural attractions in Guangzhou. Proceed to Shamian Island, a concession area for the French and the British in the 19th century. The colonial history of the area has left a distinct European footprint on the island with western-style architecture abound. Wander around its quiet streets to understand firsthand the region's diverse history. Conclude your guided tour with a vision of an idealized Guangzhou in the 19th century at the restored Lizhiwan Brook canal. Afterwards, the guide will drop you off at Beijing Road before 12 noon. Here you could continue sightseeing on your own or take public transportation to your next destination.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Guangzhou

Duration4 hours

From

USD 80

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Guangzhou City Highlights Day Tour

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Guangzhou is a modern metropolitan thriving on around an ancient city. On this guided tour, take a full day to explore the cultural relics of the city on the banks of the Pearl River. Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of the region's artisans in the ancestral temple of the Chen family, wander around the beautiful Shamian Island with its European heritage, admire the Five-Ram sculpture and Zhenhai Tower in Yuexiu Park and visit the 1,500-years-old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. Your local guide will meet you at your downtown hotel at 8:30-9:00 am. Enjoy a comfortable transfer around Guangzhou in an air-conditioned vehicle. First, head to the Chen Clan Academy, the ancestral temple of the Chen family. The temple, built in quintessential Guangdong architecture, is famed for its extensive collection of art pieces of wood, stone, and brick carving and metalwork. The special historical, artistic and scientific significance of the temple makes it one of the major cultural attractions in Guangzhou. Proceed to Shamian Island, a concession area for the French and the British in the 19th century. The colonial history of the area has left a distinct European footprint on the island with western-style architecture abound. Wander around its quiet streets to understand firsthand the region's diverse history. After having lunch in a nice local restaurant, move on to Guangzhou’s largest park, Yuexiu Park. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and marvel at the Five-Ram sculpture carved from 130 pieces of granite and the Zhenhai Tower, also named Five-Storied Pagoda. Conclude your tour with a visit to the 1,500-years-old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. Flower Pagoda, the main structure of the temple, was built in 1097 and was named for its colorful exterior. Learn about the site's history and its religious significance in the region. End the day with a comfortable transfer back to you hotel with a head full of cherished memories of your trip.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Guangzhou

Duration8 hours

From

USD 110

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Essential Xian Layover Private Day Tour

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Get ready to see the fabled Terracotta Warriors and know the history behind them in this private layover day tour. Our local tour guide along with an experienced driver will pick you up from Xi’an Xianyang International Airport based on the flight details you have provided. Upon arrival at the customs exit, you will see the guide holding a sign with your name on it. Enjoy a comfortable, 1-hour drive from the airport to the world famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. The museum was listed by UNESCO in 1987 as one of the world heritage sites. The tour guide will accompany you to all the three pits in the museum, which have been numbered 1, 2 and 3 according to the dates of their discovery, and give you a detailed explanation of this historical site. After lunch, proceed to visit the ancient City Wall of Xian. The wall is not just the most complete, surviving city wall in the country, but is also considered to be one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world. In case you are interested, we can arrange for you to go cycling on the wall. Walk your way down the lively, bustling Muslim Street, where you can taste some of the most delicious Xian food and snacks while experiencing the local culture. Also, you can take a leisurely stroll around the Bell & Drum Tower Square. Afterwards, we will arrange for your transfer back to Xi’an airport to catch your departure flight, concluding the Essential Xian Layover Private Day Tour.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Xian

Duration9 hours

From

USD 185

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Xi’an Layover Tour of Terracotta Warriors

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Get ready to steep yourself in China's past in this layover tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum located in Xi’an. Our friendly tour guide along with an experienced driver will be there to pick you up from Xi’an Xianyang International Airport based on the flight details you have provided. Upon arrival, you will see our guide at the customs exit standing with a sign that has your name written on it. Drive straight from the airport to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, which takes approximately 1 hour. The guide will give you detailed historical information of the Qin Dynasty and the first emperor of the dynasty who ordered the Terracotta Warriors to be made on the way. Once you reach the museum, visit all the three pits located there. The pits have been numbered 1, 2 and 3 based on the time of their discoveries. See thousands of 2,200-year-old statues depicting armies and their horses. Notice how vivid the life-size terracotta figures look even after two millennia. The guided tour lasts around 2.5 hours. After it is over, transfer back to Xi’an airport to catch your departure flight.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Xian

Duration6 hours

From

USD 158

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Half-Day Private Tour of the Terracotta Warriors Museum

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Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in downtown Xi’an either at 08:30 am or in the afternoon at 01:00 pm. Please choose one of the two options while making the booking. After traveling for an hour, you will reach the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Stroll around the museum while our licensed, English-speaking guide gives you detailed historical information of the Qin Dynasty and the first emperor of the dynasty who ordered the Terracotta Warriors to be built. Visit all the three pits located in the museum and see thousands of 2,200-year-old statues depicting life-size warriors and horses. Stay in the museum for around 2.5 hours and learn more about the statues and the king who ordered them before his death. After the guided tour is over, you will then head back to your hotel in downtown Xi’an.

Adventure

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Xian

Duration5 hours

From

USD 125

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Half-Day Guangzhou Layover Group Tour

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Have a layover in Guangzhou? Why not use the time to explore the vibrant city of Guangzhou? This half-day guided tour helps you make full use of your time as you visit the highlights in the city. On the tour, admire the traditional architecture of the Chen Clan Academy and explore Haixinsha Island as well as the Canton Tower and the Canton Opera House. This half-day layover tour starts from the meeting point (China Southern Airlines Accommodation Counter, close to Gate No. 50 of Arrival Hall on Ground Level, Terminal 2, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport) at 8:30 am. An English-speaking tour guide will pick you up and escort you to the city highlights of Guangzhou. First, head to the Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family, famed for its exquisite craftsmanship in wood, stone, and brick carving and metalwork. The special historical, artistic and scientific aspects of the temple have made it an important site in Guangzhou. Your guide with provide with the necessary context to help you understand the Guangdong architecture and its profound history. Continue to Haixinsha Island, bordered by Zhujiang New Town on the north and the Pearl River on the south. You might recognize the location as the venue for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Asian Games. There you will see the Canton Tower and the Canton Opera House and will have enough time to take amazing photos of Guangzhou's iconic architectural landmark. End the tour with a taste of Canton. Enjoy a delicious, bit-sized Cantonese style dim sum lunch at a local restaurant before leaving for the airport. You'll be transferred to airport, but please make sure you have enough time to catch the departure flight. Generally, the departure time should be later than 4:30 pm.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Guangzhou

Duration4 hours

From

USD 70

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Guided Afternoon Tour of Guangzhou

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Guangzhou is a modern metropolitan thriving around an ancient city. On this four-hour guided tour, explore the cultural relics of the city on the banks of the Pearl River. Admire the city's landmarks such as the Five-Ram sculpture and Zhenhai Tower in Yuexiu Park. Visit the 1,500-years-old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, all the while taking in the fascinating vistas and discovering the history of Guangzhou. You will be picked up by your guide from your downtown hotel at around 1:30 pm. Enjoy a comfortable transfer around Guangzhou in an air-conditioned vehicle. First, head to Guangzhou’s largest park, Yuexiu Park. The park is surrounded by beautiful hills and water bodies and houses numerous historical relics, which you can explore at your own ease. The highlights of the afternoon are the Five-Ram Sculpture, carved from 130 pieces of granite, and a visit to the Zhenhai Tower, also named the Five-Storied Pagoda. Then proceed to the 1,500-years-old Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. Flower Pagoda, the main structure of the temple, was built in 1097 and was named for its colorful exterior. Learn about the site's history and its religious significance in the region. Afterwards, return to your hotel before 5:30 pm to conclude the half-day trip.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Guangzhou

Duration4 hours

From

USD 80

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An Afternoon in Yu Garden & Shanghai French Concession

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Explore oases of greenery and architectural beauty located in chaotic Shanghai during this seven-hour, guided tour. Your tour guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel according to the starting time and drive you to Yu Garden, an enchanting sight that date back to the Ming dynasty. Yu Garden, also known as Yuyuan Garden, is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape gardening and includes halls, springs and other buildings dating back to the Ming dynasty. If time allows, we will visit an antiques market after that. Next, attend a traditional Chinese tea ceremony which includes tasting three different kinds of tea and then make your way to Shanghai French Concession, an area characterized by beautiful, tree-lined streets and weathered European architecture. Pass by the legendary mobster Big Eared Du’s house as well as Sun Yat-sen’s residence among other landmarks. Dine in a famous restaurant and taste the best Beijing duck in the town before heading back to your accommodation.

Food tours City sightseeing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

chinese, english

Destinations

Shanghai

Duration7 hours

From

USD 180

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Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour

Experience Early 20's Shanghai Lifestyle

Half Day Mini Group Forbidden City Tour, No Shopping

Private Shanghai Day Tour with Huangpu River Cruise

Badaling great wall tour

Guided Morning Tour of Guangzhou

Guangzhou City Highlights Day Tour

Essential Xian Layover Private Day Tour

Xi’an Layover Tour of Terracotta Warriors

Half-Day Private Tour of the Terracotta Warriors Museum

Half-Day Guangzhou Layover Group Tour

Guided Afternoon Tour of Guangzhou

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