Beijing Private Tours 2026: Travel Packages & Day Trips
Beijing brings together China’s imperial past and energetic present. Walk through the Forbidden City, stand on the Great Wall, discover the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace, and experience the food, hutongs and daily life of China’s capital.
With a private Foyo Beijing tour, you can:
- See Beijing beyond the standard route with thoughtful timing, local stories and flexible visits to the city’s major landmarks.
- Add authentic local experiences, from hutong walks and traditional food to family-friendly activities and hands-on cultural moments.
- Travel comfortably at your own pace with a custom itinerary, local guide, private vehicle, hotel options and attraction tickets.
Whether you want a multi-day discovery, a focused day trip or a Beijing layover tour, we will customize the itinerary around your interests, schedule and travel style.
Watch this video to experience the charm of Beijing, where ancient capital elegance and modern dynamism coexist. From the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square to the CBD and Guomao area, you can feel the essence of China’s capital—a city where history and the future intersect.
Official Name: Beijing Municipality
Location: Northern China; bordered by Hebei Province.
Area: ~16,400 $km^2$
Population: ~21.5 million (2025)
Language: Mandarin (Standard & Beijing dialect)
Time Zone: UTC+8
Currency: Renminbi (CNY)
Electricity: 220V/50Hz; Type A, C, or I plugs.
Best Time to Visit: Spring (Apr–May) & Autumn (Sept–Oct).
Subway: 20+ lines; covers Forbidden City, Tiananmen, Wangfujing, etc.
Railway: Major hubs: Beijing, Beijing West, South, and North Stations.
Airports: Capital Int’l (PEK) & Daxing Int’l (PKX).
Beijing's Location
Beijing is the national capital situated at the northern end of the North China Plain in Northern China. Surrounded by Hebei Province and bordering Tianjin to the east, it has long flourished as a political and cultural center. Today, it remains the heart of China’s politics, education, and culture—a representative international metropolis where historical landmarks and modern cityscapes coexist.
Beijing City Map
Beijing, the capital city located on the North China Plain, features a layout organized around concentric ring roads that harmonize its old and new districts. The center is home to a high concentration of historical landmarks like the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, preserving its ancient charm. Meanwhile, areas such as Guomao in the east and Zhongguancun feature towering skyscrapers, forming modern business hubs. With a highly developed subway network, it is a convenient city offering easy access to major tourist attractions and airports.
Best Beijing Day Trips
>History and Modern China in One Day
>Everyday Stories of Old Beijing
>A Comfortable and Easygoing Route
>A visual spectacle
>Cultural immersion
>A feast for the senses
>A romantic encounter with the world of cinema
>A joyful family moment
>A smooth and efficient theme park experience
Top China Tours Including Beijing
- 14-day route for first-time visitors
- Imperial Beijing, terracotta warriors and pandas
- Finish with modern Shanghai
- A deep journey through China’s ancient capitals
- Historic monuments, traditions and local stories
- Private itinerary with flexible extensions
- Comfort-focused private China journey
- Beijing highlights, Chengdu pandas and Yangtze cruise
- Thoughtful pacing for mature travelers
What Foyo Offer & What Our Customers Say
Every Foyo private tour is built around your interests, travel dates, comfort level and preferred pace. Your package can include a custom itinerary, knowledgeable local guide, comfortable private car and driver, carefully selected hotels, pre-arranged attraction tickets, and special experiences such as hutong walks, local food, crafts or family activities. You can choose a complete package or ask us to arrange only the services you need.
Customer Reviews
lginlee1
- Shanghai
Awesome walking tour with Dinna!! Learnt so much! Highly engaging!!
Dinna gave us a superb walking tour of the major attractions in Shanghai. Pace was just right! Great storytelling and she answered all wuestions and was very knowledgeable about Shanghai.
n0bhill
- Shanghai
Annie made this a five star experience. Even though we saw both Suzhou and Zhujiajiao in one day, we never felt rushed. Annie was very patient with all of my picture taking. She also was very knowledgeable and gave us great information. I highly recommend this tour.
Kate W
- Shanghai
Fantastic evening. Tom was amazing, she was so friendly and funny. Explained lots about history and modern life in Shanghai. She has real pride in living in Shanghai. She was an amazing guide. We recommend her to everyone
M6307RI_
- Zhangjiajie
Thanks to Chris, our vacation was fantastic. Chris organized everything we could possibly wish for at the highest level. He booked all the tickets, arranged VIP transfers, and we didn’t have to worry about a thing. He was available 24/7. It was simply top notch. I’m very pleased with the service and highly recommend Chris as a very honest and professional person. Thank you, my dear, for our unforgettable days in Zhangjiajie.
Taylor J
- Zhangjiajie
The whole trip was pure sightseeing with no shopping stops – we loved it. On our last day, we asked the driver and guide to take us to a local budget market. We bought many good-quality, affordable items. The guide helped translate and even bargained for us. It was wonderful.
Diana Wee
- Zhangjiajie
The views are amazing, the guide Eric is funny, knowledgeable and agile in thinking. Eric is also a wonderful singer, belting out his 山歌 melodiously. He also walk through the entire routes together with us, providing us explanations of the history and story behind the different sceneries.
He is a good photographer too, helping us to take many nice, unique photos which is at instagrammable levels.
Gregory G
- Beijing
Wow! We just completed our tour with your company and we loved it! A former student of mine had previously booked a tour and was very happy with it, so we looked into booking our tour with you as well. From the very beginning your company did an outstanding job of communicating with us and planning everything for our trip.
Darren.McDonagh
- Beijing
I did this full-day Beijing tour as a solo traveller and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience—largely thanks to our guide, Helen.
JanGoldCoast
- Beijing
Our guide Lucy was the best. Fantastic English, kind and considerate of our needs. Pace was perfect for our small group of 8. Tour highlights of Wall, summer palace met our expectations. Fantastic food at National stone place was delicious. We would recommend this tour and particularly our guide Lucy to all. 5 stars plus from us.
Michaela D
- Beijing
We attended a cooking class in Chengdu and it was honestly such a great experience. It wasn’t just about cooking – our guide first took us around a local market and showed us the surrounding area. We saw so many ingredients I had never seen before, and everything was explained in a really friendly and engaging way.
Emma-Rose T
- Chengdu
The tour has been wonderful from start to end. Lily has been very helpful and friendly all the way through the whole assisting process and sent us a fabulous guide, Fifi. Fifi has been very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Her English was very good. She gave us a lot of insights on pandas and managed to take many pictures of us throughout our volunteering session at the panda base.
Ana L
- Guilin
The tour captured the main sightseeings and experiences of Guilin, and Jerry provided us an excellent service. Jerry was knowledgeable, professional and very patient. Given that he had 20+ years in the field, he knew Guilin like the palm of his hand. He even knew the best spots for pictures! He spoke English well which is important to me, so I could learn and felt connected to the culture and their people.
Dark U
- Guilin
Really interesting experience! Wonderful landscapes and a truly unique and relaxing atmosphere.
Our tour operator, Leo, very professional and considerate, organized the trip avoiding queues and inconvenience.
The driver who was with us the whole day was punctual and very discreet… and very kind .. our daughter forgot the camera in the back seat of her car and he brought it back to her as soon as he noticed!
Absolutely recommended!!!
Dana T
- Guilin
Our last-minute trip turned out to be amazing! Our tour guide, Andy, was incredible – not only did he provide us with information and drive us around, but he also customized the tour to our preferences, to the extent we started calling him the no-problem guy, everything is possible with him !
Beijing Travel Guide
Select a topic to explore Beijing attractions, local food, authentic experiences and practical travel advice. Each image opens its corresponding guide.
Compare popular Great Wall sections and plan a practical Beijing day trip.
Explore imperial ritual architecture and the surrounding local park life.
Plan an efficient visit to China’s best-known imperial palace complex.
Find practical tips for tickets, transport and a full theme-park day.
Learn how to order and enjoy Beijing’s most celebrated signature dish.
Share thin-sliced lamb and vegetables around a traditional copper pot.
Dress in period-inspired clothing for a memorable cultural photo experience.
Enjoy a lively Beijing winter tradition on the frozen lakes of Shichahai.
Visit a living Tibetan Buddhist temple and understand local worship customs.
Move through historic hutong lanes and observe traditional neighborhood life.
A practical shortlist of essential places for first-time visitors.
Compare seasons, weather, crowds and travel conditions.
Compare Beijing’s two international airports and transfer options.
Use the metro, airports, taxis, DiDi and private transport confidently.
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FAQs
The best times to visit Beijing are usually April to May and September to October, when temperatures are comfortable and skies are often clearer. Spring is pleasant but can be dry, while autumn is crisp and ideal for the Great Wall. Summer is hot and busy; winter is cold but offers fewer crowds and atmospheric historic sites.
Beijing is generally considered safe for international visitors, including solo travelers and families. Public areas are well monitored, violent crime is uncommon, and the metro is widely used. Normal travel precautions still apply: watch personal belongings in crowded places, use licensed transport, keep copies of important documents, and follow local laws and attraction security procedures.
Beijing’s extensive metro is usually the fastest way to move between major districts, while taxis and DiDi are convenient for door-to-door trips. A private car is especially useful for the Great Wall, airport transfers, families, or travelers with limited time. During rush hour, allow extra time because road traffic and station crowds can be heavy.
Three full days cover a strong first-time itinerary: the Forbidden City and central Beijing, the Great Wall, and the Temple of Heaven or Summer Palace. Four to five days allow a more relaxed pace, deeper hutong exploration, museums, food experiences and a second Great Wall section. We can tailor the schedule to your arrival and departure times.
A guide is not required, but a knowledgeable local guide can make complex historic sites much more meaningful and help with reservations, security checks, transport and timing. Private guiding is particularly valuable at the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and Great Wall, where context and efficient routing greatly improve the experience.
Yes. Foreign visitors can use the Beijing subway, and major stations include English signage and announcements. Payment options can vary, so keep a passport available and consider setting up a supported mobile payment app or purchasing tickets at the station. Avoid peak commuting hours when possible, especially with large luggage or young children.
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Why Choose Foyo China Trip
Why Choose Foyo China Trip
Like Having a Local Friend
Honest advice, just like from someone who lives here.Not copied from the internet, not based on rankings.We share real, practical advice drawn from local experience—helping you avoid wasted time and discover the details that make a trip truly memorable.
Experience China, Not Just See It
History is something you engage with, not just look at China's past lives on through craftsmanship, rituals, and daily life. With expert storytelling and hands-on experiences, you'll follow the evolution of civilization—from the Qin dynasty to the Qing—and understand the meaning behind what you see.
Travel at Your Own Pace
This is a journey, not a schedule No group tours. No waiting for others. No rushing from place to place. You explore at your own rhythm, in your own way. Whenever plans change or inspiration strikes, one message is all it takes—we handle the rest.
We Truly Put You First
Your privacy, comfort, and peace of mind matter We never use our guests'private information to create or stage reviews. Hotels, vehicles, drivers, and guides are carefully selected and trained.With 24/7 emergency support, we're here for you—whether you're traveling simply or in complete luxury.
