Beijing Private Tours: Top 20 Beijing Private Tours

Beijing Private Tours: Expert Guidance & Flexibility in Beijing

Beijing is an unparalleled destination in China, often regarded as the TOP 1 to visit. It blends rich imperial history, vibrant culture, and modern vitality. Beijing has some of the country’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven - making it a must-visit for any China tour. A private way is one of the best ways to explore Beijing.

With Asia Odyssey Travel, you can create your own Beijing Private Tour, customized to your interests, schedule, and travel style. We tailor every detail for you - best prices guaranteed in 2026.

How Many Days Usually for a Private Tour in Beijing?

Most travelers are suggested to spend 2-3 days exploring Beijing:

1 day for the city highlights - Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Summer Palace;
1 day for the Great Wall - Mutianyu section for an easy and scenic hike;
1 day for local life - Hutong alleys, rickshaw ride, family visit, and hands-on cultural activities.

Beijing Private Tour Features with Asia Odyssey Travel:

Personalized Itinerary Based on your Likes: We crafted around your pace, interests, and needs. Tell us your likes.
Expert Guidance (multi language provided): Our local English-speaking guides (and other languages guides) share deep insight into Beijing’s history, architecture, and traditions. And they go extra miles.
Convenience & Seamless: Private vehicle, hotel pick-up and drop-off. We handle in good logic and smooth connection.
Flexibility & Comfort: Spend more time where you love for rest or photography, and we ensure your ultimate comfort during the visit.

How to choose your Beijing Private tours? From classic Beijing city tours to Great Wall adventures and Hutong cultural walks, our top 20 Beijing Private Tours ensure your experience is personalized, immersive, and unforgettable.

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Popular Beijing Private Tours

If you’re a first-time visitor to Beijing, we’ve crafted a range of popular Beijing private tours just for you. Focus on the city’s imperial grandeur, Hutong culture, Great Wall hike, and modern CBD skyline. 3–5 day itinerary is the most popular choice.

Beijing Tour to Jingshan Park to View Forbidden City

4 Days Classic Beijing Tour with Forbidden City & Great Wall

Beijing

Beijing, the capital of China, is China’s second largest city after Shanghai, with 20 million locals, 16 massive districts and 17000 square kilometers full of modern to ancient sights. It boasts a ...

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3 Days Beijing Highlights Tour

Beijing

Are you visiting Beijing for the first time and wondering how to make the most of your trip to the capital of China? Join our 3-day Beijing highlights tour, which will allow you to explore the city'...

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Confucius Temple and Imperial College Museum, Beijing

5 Days Beijing Culture Tour with Great Wall, Imperial Palaces & Museum

Beijing

Beijing is the capital of China and has a history of more than 3,000 years. It was also the Forbidden City that served as the capital of China's three most recent imperial dynasties (about 600 years...

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Themed Beijing Private Tours (Hutong, Food)

Ready to explore Beijing? Let's dive deep with our featured theme tours! Enjoy in-depth Hutong culture experiences and savor the best of Beijing cuisine, from authentic Peking Duck and savory Hot Pot to exciting street food. Personalized Itineraries. Unforgettable Fun.

Beijing Layover Private Tours

Short time in Beijing? Maximize your layover! Enjoy a Beijing city tour directly from the airport, or transfer to the Great Wall for a quick hike before catching your connecting flight. Tell us your ideas, and we'll design the perfect plan for you.

1 Day Beijing Layover Tour to Forbidden City & Hutongs (5-8 Hours)

Beijing

Holding an In-Between Chapter on Beijing before your whole flying story is finished? We know exactly what to do from the airport to downtown Beijing. Join this 1 Day Beijing Layover Tour in 5-8 hour...

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1 Day Mutianyu Great Wall Layover Tour from Airport (8 Hours)

Beijing

Land in, Ascend, Catch, these three perfect words will give your short layover in Beijing a surprise. Play with the world wander, not your phone until it powers off. This 1 Day Beijing Great Wall Layo...

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1 Day Beijing Tour to Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall

Beijing

Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace... These world-class wonders are filling your feed with FOMO, but you only have one precious day. We help you complete the top two of Beijing's greatest landm...

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2 Days Beijing World Heritage Tour with Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall

Beijing

When mentioning Beijing, what come to mind first? The Great Wall, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Modern Architecture, or Beijing Duck? How about visiting four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in just ...

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Extend Your Beijing Private Tours

Add more experiences after your Beijing tour! Extend your journey to the Chengde Mountain Resort, travel onward to vibrant Shanghai, or choose one of our Beijing private tours designed for travelers from Malaysia or Singapore.

2 Days Chengde Royal Heritage Tour: Imperial Moutain Resort & Temples of Unity

Beijing - Chengde - Beijing

Side Trip

2 Days

3 Places

Want DEEPER imperial experience beyond the Forbidden City? While the Forbidden City served as the winter palace, Chengde was the Qing emperors’ summer retreat - the “Second Imperial Capital” where ...

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2 Days Beijing Essential Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port

Tianjin - Beijing

Short Trip

2 Days

2 Places

If you take an international cruise to arrive at Tianjin Port, it is a good idea to take a short visit to explore Beijing, the capital of China, which is about 165 kilometers away. At Asia Odyssey T...

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2 Days Beijing Iconics Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Beijing

Iconic Essentials

2 Days

1 Place

What is the experience of taking a high-speed train that can travel at speeds of up to 350 km per hour? Is it possible to enjoy a 2 days Beijing trip from Shanghai by train? As you may know there ar...

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4 Days Beijing Tour: City Highlights, Great Wall Night Views & Gubei Water Tour

Beijing

Iconic Essentials

4 Days

1 Place

Immerse yourself in the historical richness and grandeur of China with our 4-day Beijing Tour, "Stepping Back in Time”: A Tour of Beijing's Cultural Highlights, Historic Great Wall, and Ancient Wat...

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4 Days Beijing Package Tour from Singapore: Imperial Highlights with Hutongs

Beijing

For Singaporean

4 Days

1 Place

30 days visa-free, 6 hours mid-range flight. Why not return to Beijing for a visit? Leave tropical humidity behind and jump into distinct seasonal beauty and millennia of culture. Join 4 Days Beijing ...

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5 Days Beijing Tour from Malaysia: Dynasties, Hutongs, CBD

Beijing

For Malaysian

5 Days

1 Place

Malaysian, say a temporary goodbye to the sea and the rain. Direct flights with no visa required easily bring you to the super-capital Beijing and its imperial civilization. Spring blossoms, summer ra...

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Beijing Private Tours FAQs - Plan Your Beijing Private Tours Worry-Free

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1. What is Beijing best known for?

Beijing is best known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and iconic landmarks that have come to symbolize China's centuries-old civilization. The following are the top sites to explore:

The Forbidden City
The Great Wall of China
Hutongs
Tiananmen Square
Summer Palace
The Temple of Heaven

2. What is the reason for visiting Beijing?

Beijing is a city of stunning contrasts, where tourists can marvel at China's imperial past in perfectly preserved palaces, buildings, courts, and parks, while also discovering its vibrant modern lifestyle and dynamic energy. The city's vastness and large distances between locations can be daunting, but it is well worth the effort to explore its many fascinating neighborhoods, such as the historic hutongs that were until recently the mainstay of Beijing's urban landscape, with their narrow lanes and single-story buildings that provide a unique and authentic glimpse into the city's old way of life.

3. How many days is enough in Beijing?

How many days to spend in Beijing for a tour? The ideal length of time to explore in Beijing depends on your interests, schedule, and budget. However, to get a good feel for the city and see the major attractions, we would recommend to spend at least 2-4 full days in Beijing.

During this time, you can visit iconic landmarks such as the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven, discover historic neighborhoods like the Hutongs, sample delicious food (such as Beijing Duck & dumplings) at local eateries and markets, and experience the vibrant culture and nightlife of the city. Of course, there are many other interesting sites to explore in and around Beijing, such as the Confucius Temple (Guozijian), Lama Temple (Yonghegong), and the Olympic Park (Birds' Nest & Water Cube), among others.

When you have 5 or more days, you can travel to another city like Xian by high speed train after touring Beijing.

4. Why visit Great Wall sections in Beijing?

As one of the world's most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Great Wall of China stretches over 13,000 miles (21,000 kilometers) across northern China. It was built over several centuries by various Chinese dynasties to protect against invasions from the north. This vast and complex system of fortifications are mainly located in several Chinese provinces such as Hebei, Gansu, Shanxi, Henan, and Inner Mongolia.

But some of the most popular and well-known sections of the wall are located near Beijing, such as the Mutianyu Great Wall, Jingshanling Great Wall, Simatai Great Wall, Jiankou Great Wall, and Badaling Great Wall.

1. Badaling Great Wall (Most Famous One and The Most Tourists Visited):
This section of the Great Wall is located about 47 miles (75 kilometers) north of Beijing and is the most popular and well-preserved section of the wall.

2. Mutianyu Great Wall (Most Popular with Foreign Tourists):
This section of the Great Wall is located about 55 miles (88 kilometers) northeast of Beijing and is known for its scenic views and well-preserved fortifications.

3. Jingshanling Great Wall (Most Popular Among Photographers):
This section of the Great Wall is located about 81 miles (130 kilometers) northeast of Beijing and is known for its rugged terrain and breathtaking views.

4. Simatai Great Wall (The Only Great Wall that can be Visited at Night): This section of the Great Wall is located about 80 miles (130 kilometers) northeast of Beijing and is known for its steep slopes and watchtowers.

You can also visit Juyongguan Great Wall (one of the eight scenic spots in Beijing), Jiankou Great Wall, and Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall (a holiday resort integrating the Great Wall, lakes and mountains).

Overall, a Beijing Great Wall Tour is a must-do for many visitors to China, offering a unique and unforgettable experience of China's rich history and natural beauty. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, a Great Wall tour is sure to be a highlight of your trip to Beijing.

5. When is the best time to travel to Beijing?

The best time to visit Beijing is from April to early November. In order to avoid being surrounded by thousands of domestic tourists, it is suggested to avoid visiting Beijing during the National Day Holiday (October 1st to 7th).

Many people prefer to visit Beijing in March and April when it is much cooler and not crowded. The average temperature at this time reaches approximately 15 degrees centigrade by day falling to a low of around 5 degrees centigrade at night.

During spring (April, May) and autumn/fall (September, October) the weather is most pleasant, and the views are most spectacular, on average. During summer, expecially from July to August (the rainiest part), it is hot and humid. During winter, Beijing is very cold and dry, with a little snow.

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Sarah Lim

Singapore

161

What a 30-Day China Adventure — Exceeded My Expectation

I recently completed the “30 Days China Tour from Beijing” with Asia Odyssey Travel, and as someone from Singapore, I found it to be an exceptional experience.

Starting in Beijing, everything kicked off seamlessly — airport pick-up worked well, and our guide made us feel comfortable right away. Over the month we moved through a very broad selection of China’s landscapes, cities, history and culture. From the imposing Great Wall of China and Forbidden City in Beijing to ancient capitals, ethnic minority regions, high-speed train rides, rural scenery and modern metropolises.

Some of the highlights for me:

Visiting the Great Wall early in the morning when it was quiet and feeling the scale of it in person.
Seeing ancient city walls, historic towns and temples that really brought Chinese history to life.
Travelling by high-speed train across regions — the logistics were smooth and we always arrived on time.
Staying in a mix of city hotels and countryside guesthouses which gave variety.
Getting to try regional cuisines — from northern Beijing specialties to southwestern flavours, each region surprised me.

Destination(s): Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Chengdu/Sichuan, Guilin/Yangshuo, Zhangjiajie, YangtzeRiver, Xinjiang, Dunhuang/Gansu

Date of Experience: Apr 01, 2025

Tour Customized by: JoJo

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Michael S.

USA

196

An Incredible 21-Day China Experience - Eye-Opening & Seamless

I recently completed the “21-Day China Tour from Shanghai” with Asia Odyssey Travel, and as a traveler from the U.S., I found the journey both impressive and very well managed.

Starting in Shanghai, our arrival went smoothly — airport pick-up, a comfortable downtown hotel, and a friendly local guide who helped us get oriented right away. From there, the itinerary took us through a carefully curated mix of China’s highlights: we explored ancient towns, visited imposing historical monuments, traveled on high-speed trains and domestic flights, and experienced both modern cities and scenic countryside.

Some of the standout moments for me:

Walking through the old-city lanes and seeing the contrast of modern skyscrapers and traditional architecture.
Visiting iconic landmarks (palaces, temples, historic walls) that helped me appreciate China’s deep history.
Getting a taste of regional cuisine — from street-food stalls to more refined local restaurants — and discovering how varied Chinese food is.
Being impressed by the logistics: the hotels were well chosen, transport connections worked without major hiccups, and the guides were knowledgeable and professional.

I highly recommend this tour to fellow American travelers. It offers an excellent balance of history, nature, and city life — all arranged in a smart, hassle-free manner. Thanks to Asia Odyssey Travel for making it an unforgettable experience.

Destination(s): Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Chengdu/Sichuan, Zhangjiajie

Date of Experience: Jun 10, 2025

Tour Customized by: Catherine

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Liyana T.

Malaysia

161

Amazing 30-Day Journey Across China — Well Organized and Truly Worth It

I just came back from the 30-Day China Panorama Tour from Guangzhou with Asia Odyssey Travel, and it was truly one of the most memorable trips I’ve ever joined.

From the moment I landed in Guangzhou, everything was well-coordinated. The local guide greeted us at the airport and made us feel welcome right away. We started with classic Cantonese highlights like the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Lychee Bay, and traditional dim sum — a great introduction to southern China’s culture.

The route that followed was impressive. We cruised along the Li River in Guilin, cycled through Yangshuo’s peaceful countryside, and admired the Longji Rice Terraces. In Yunnan, Dali and Lijiang’s old towns were full of character, with snow-capped mountains in the distance. Chengdu was all about pandas and Sichuan food, Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong looked like scenes from a painting, and Chongqing’s mountain city views were unforgettable. The trip ended with Beijing’s Great Wall and Forbidden City, and Shanghai’s skyline — the perfect contrast of history and modern life.

Everything ran smoothly throughout. The guides were professional and friendly, the hotels were clean and comfortable, and transportation was efficient. My personal highlights were sharing bamboo rice with local villagers in Longji, standing by the turquoise lakes of Jiuzhaigou, and watching the city lights in Chongqing after dinner.