Embark on a 4-day private tour from Xiamen to Beijing and Xi’an, immersing yourself in the rich culture, history, and cuisine of these iconic cities. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, explore local Hutong alleys, indulge in traditional foods, and experience vibrant nightlife. This all-inclusive tour includes a personal tour guide, private transportation, entrance fees, and more.
Embark on a 4-day private tour from Xiamen to Beijing and Xi’an, immersing yourself in the rich culture, history, and cuisine of these iconic cities. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, explore local Hutong alleys, indulge in traditional foods, and experience vibrant nightlife. This all-inclusive tour includes a personal tour guide, private transportation, entrance fees, and more.
Xiamen-Beijing- Mutianyu Great Wall-Olympic Park-Drum and Temple of Heaven-Hutong Food Tour (L, D)
Mutianyu Great Wall - The driver will be waiting in the lobby of the Xiamen hotel with a sign displaying the guest’s name. Guests will be transferred to the airport for a two-hour flight to Beijing, where a local tour guide will meet them at the…
Xiamen-Beijing- Mutianyu Great Wall-Olympic Park-Drum and Temple of Heaven-Hutong Food Tour (L, D)
Mutianyu Great Wall - The driver will be waiting in the lobby of the Xiamen hotel with a sign displaying the guest’s name. Guests will be transferred to the airport for a two-hour flight to Beijing, where a local tour guide will meet them at the arrival hall exit. Guests will then board a private vehicle for a 1.5-hour journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall. The tour guide will share historical insights and stories during the drive, and guests are encouraged to ask questions.
Upon arrival, guests will follow the tour guide to take a cable car or ski lift up to the Great Wall, where they can admire the scenery and explore various towers. The duration of the stay at the Great Wall is flexible.
Niaochao National Stadium - Enjoy a delightful lunch at a local village restaurant, dining alongside villagers and savoring cuisine from Northeast China.
On the return to the city, guests will pass by the Olympic Park to catch a glimpse of the impressive modern stadiums built for the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics.
Water Cube - Guests will also pass by the Water Cube.
Temple of Heaven - The tour continues to the Temple of Heaven, one of Beijing’s most sacred Imperial temples. Guests will stroll through the courtyards and halls with the tour guide, learning about history and culture. They will discover how emperors from the Ming and Qing Dynasties worshipped the gods.
In the temple, guests will explore major buildings, including the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, Hall of Imperial Zenith, and walk along the Danbi Bridge. They will explore the Echo Wall and Circular Mount Altar before exiting the temple from the South Gate.
Shichahai Scenic Resort - Next, guests will embark on a two-hour food walking tour, starting from the Shichahai area to Yandai Xie Street, Gulou East Street, and Nanluoguxiang Alley.
Yandai Xie Street - During the food tour, the expert guide will provide rich commentary, including the history and stories of the area, an overview of Chinese culinary habits, a description of regional cuisines, and an introduction to selected specialties in the shops.
Guests are encouraged to interact with the guide and ask questions. For adventurous foodies, there are food surprises available; simply inform the guide by saying, “You are real foodies.”
Nanluoguxiang - Guests will visit various souvenir and food stops. The food tour includes over 20 different tastings at diverse locations, such as markets, shops, bakeries, and restaurants.
Guests will visit local haunts, meet the owners, and explore historical sites that few tourists experience.
Some food tastings on this tour include Jianbing (thin millet flour pancake), Beijing Suan Nai (Beijing yogurt), Guantang Baozi (steamed soup dumplings), Spicy Hotpot (with meat or vegetables on sticks), Muslim Kebabs (including lamb kebabs, leek, eggplant, etc.), Guokui (crispy pancake), Sticky Tofu, Tanghulu (crab apple with sugar), Baijiu (Chinese liqueur), and more.
After the tour concludes, guests will be transferred back to their hotel in Beijing.
Tian’anmen Square-Forbidden City-Peking Duck Lunch-Summer Palace (L)
Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - A guide will meet guests at their Beijing hotel to begin exploring one of the world’s largest public areas, Tian’anmen Square.
Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Guests will pass through the south gate to the magnificent Forbidden City, a 250-acre (101-ha) complex of courtyards, palaces, pavilions, and gardens that served as the imperial palace for emperors and their households for over 500 years.
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian) - Guests will stroll through the courtyards and halls of the Forbidden City with the tour guide, learning about the history and stories of this massive palace. They will visit buildings such as the Hall of Great Harmony, where the emperor handled state affairs, the Hall of Central Harmony, and the Hall of Complete Harmony.
Palace of Heavenly Purity - Guests will continue to explore the living quarters in the palace, including the Hall of Union, Hall of Heavenly Purity, and Hall of Earthly Tranquility.
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum - The tour of the Forbidden City will conclude at the Imperial Garden, and guests will exit the Forbidden City from the north gate.
Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - Guests will enjoy a delicious Peking duck lunch at a local restaurant. The tour guide will explain the history of Peking duck and demonstrate how to eat it properly.
The tour continues to the Summer Palace, a well-preserved royal garden renowned for its beautiful landscape and spectacular architecture, considered one of the most classical gardens in the world.
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity - Guests will learn stories about Empress Cixi with the tour guide and explore her living quarters.
Long Corridor at the Summer Palace - Guests will walk along the longest corridor in the world, listed in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Qingyan Stone Boat - The tour continues to the Marble Boat, a foreign-style superstructure symbolizing the stability of the Qing Dynasty.
After the tour concludes, guests will be transferred to their hotel in Beijing.
Beijing - Xi’an-Big Goose Pagoda-Xi’an Dumplings Banquet Dinner (L, D)
Beijing West Railway Station - The driver will pick up guests from the lobby of their Beijing hotel and take them to Beijing West Railway Station. Guests can relax on the five-hour bullet train ride to Xi’an.
Upon arrival, a local guide will meet guests at the exit of the arrival hall, and they will head to the Big Goose Pagoda.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta) - Guests will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before exploring the site.
The Big Wild Goose Pagoda was built to hold sutras and figurines of the Buddha brought to China from India by the Buddhist translator and traveler Monk Xuanzang.
Guests will follow the tour guide to explore the area and learn about its history.
Tang Dynasty Show - Afterwards, guests will enjoy the amazing Tang Dynasty Show and Dumpling Banquet before concluding the day.
Terracotta Warriors Museum-City Wall-Muslim Street (L)
Terracotta Warriors Museum - The tour guide will pick up guests in the lobby of their Xi’an hotel and head directly to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. The tour guide will share historical insights and stories during the journey, and guests are encouraged to ask questions.
The visit begins at the world-famous Terracotta Warriors Museum, known as “the Eighth Wonder of the World.” The museum is divided into three sections: No.1 Pit, No.2 Pit, and No.3 Pit. The original site was discovered by four local farmers while drilling a well in 1974 and has since become Xi’an’s most important attraction. Guests will stroll around the museum and receive rich information from the tour guide.
Xi’an City Wall (Chengqiang) - After lunch, guests may head to the 600-year-old Xi’an City Wall. They can reach the top of the centuries-old city wall and admire views of the city below.
Muslim Quarter - Afterwards, guests will head to the Muslim Quarter, the hub of the Muslim community in Xi’an City. They will follow the tour guide to explore the Muslim food and souvenir market. Guests can try delicious local snacks at their own cost.
After the tour concludes, guests will be transferred to their hotel in Xi’an to end the tour. Alternatively, they can choose to end the tour in Beijing or return to Xiamen.
- Train Tickets
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Plane Tickets (economy class)
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Cable car or ski lift up and toboggan at the Great Wall
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Entrance Fee
- Train Tickets
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Plane Tickets (economy class)
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Cable car or ski lift up and toboggan at the Great Wall
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Entrance Fee
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Accommodation
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Accommodation
- Gratuities
On this 4-day private tour from Xiamen to Beijing and Xi’an, immerse yourself in the cuisine, culture, history, and heritage, accompanied by your own personal tour guide. The trip includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Great Wall at Mutianyu, and Terra-cotta Warriors. Embark on a rickshaw ride through…
On this 4-day private tour from Xiamen to Beijing and Xi’an, immerse yourself in the cuisine, culture, history, and heritage, accompanied by your own personal tour guide. The trip includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Great Wall at Mutianyu, and Terra-cotta Warriors. Embark on a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s local Hutong alleys and discover the city’s vibrant nightlife scene, traditional delicacies, and innovative dishes. Savor the taste of Peking Duck and dumplings while being entertained by a Tang Dynasty Music and Dance show. Additionally, your itinerary includes Shichahai Lake, Nanluoguxiang Hutong, the Drum and Bell Tower in Beijing, Xi’an City Wall, Big Goose Pagoda, and the Muslim quarter. Your tour package includes professional English-speaking tour guide, private vehicle transportation, entrance fees, a cable car ride at the Great Wall, a Rickshaw Ride, meals, and train/plane tickets. You have the option of ending your tour in Xi’an/Beijing or returning to Xiamen.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
