Chinese Cultural Immersion with a Twist
This tour is designed for families who want to avoid the hassle of planning sightseeing in a super metropolis, bridging cultural gaps and balancing diverse interests. During this 5-day tour, your family will visit historical sites in an interesting way and enjoy cultural activities together to create unique moments perfect for Instagram stories and family legacy albums.
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Tour 'Wow' Points
Discover the Mythical Animals in the Forbidden City
Explore the Forbidden City in a way that's specially designed for families with kids.
Walk on the Great Wall and Slide Down from It
Visit a less-crowded Great Wall section at Mutianyu and try an exciting toboggan ride.
Practice a Family Morning Excercise in the Temple of Heaven
Feel the relaxing lifestyle of the local people and learn doing Tai Chi at the Temple of Heaven where the emperors prayed for good harvests.
Dress in Traditional Han Clothing for a Memorable Photo
Enjoy an immersive sightseeing experience at the historical sites. Step back in time to ancient China.
Say Hi to the Chinese Celebrity Panda Known for its Escape Antics
Visit the Beijing Zoo, one of the top places to see pandas outside of the Chengdu Panda Base. The pandas here, especially those with the "Meng" name, are beloved by Chinese netizens.
Cheer for Fearless Monks as They Battle Imaginary Foes
Immerse your family in the ancient art of Chinese martial arts with a captivating live performance by the legendary Shaolin Monks.
Experience the Trendy Culture and Creativity of China's Young Generation
Collect trendy toys and join interactive games at Pop Mart City Park, and enjoy the surprise of blind boxes. Explore the 798 Art District with repurposed industrial buildings, and feel the charm of contemporary art.
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Amazing and Effortless Experience Overall!
China Highlights is totally legit and they planned our visit in Beijing perfectly, they were also great with being flexible to meet our unique needs and timelines, with multiple changes on the fly. Our guide in Beijing, William, was amazing as well! William was friendly, kind, thoughtful, funny, and also was great at keeping us on track timing-wise (as we didn’t make this particularly easy for him lol). Cannot recommend both China Highlights and William to anyone else looking to visit China for the first time! more
Jun 2025, jamesrkable
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A culture of hospitality and smiles
Beijing was prettier and far less crowded than anticipated. Colin aka Po Po, our guide, enhanced the experience with his knowledge and wicked sense of humour. He made every moment special for us.We spent about three days in Beijing and surrounds. China highlights offerings were high quality, including accomodation, car, driver, guide and selection of real local restaurants. Being vegetarian wasn’t an issue at all. Visiting historical quarter of Beijing along with Hutong walk and Confucius Beijing temple were unique experiences- which became more special with Colin’s interest in philosophy and wonderful global perspective. Despite language barriers- we were greeted by scores of locals with genuine smile and curiosity. We shall be back (hopefully with Colin) to explore this wonderful culture. more
Jun 2025, Inderjeet
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Beijing group tour
We had a group tour for our clients and William was our guide. He was knowledgeable, kind and flexible throughout the tour. Our clients loved the way he explained diverse topics. We would recommend him for our future groups too.Thank you William and God bless! more
Jun 2025, Prima Rodrigues
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Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Your private guide will meet you in the arrivals hall at the airport or at the train station's exit. You will be taken in a private, professionally chauffeured car directly to you hotel. Your guide will help you to check in.
Start your journey in Beijing with Tian'anmen Square (the 'Gate of Heavenly Peace' square). As the world's largest public square, it is an essential attraction for school kids' field trips in Beijing.
Walk northward from the square to enter the renowned Forbidden City. Besides the main palaces on the axis, you will also explore some places that are not on the touristy route and interest kids more. These include the library of the princes, the Archery Pavilion (the tools of the army gallery), and the Hall of Clocks and Watches. Conclude your Forbidden City exploration with a bird's eyes view of the Forbidden City on the top of Jingshan Hill.
In the afternoon, explore the hutongs - the narrow alleys between rows of quadrangle dwellings. Pay a visit to a local family who live in a traditional and original quadrangle dwelling. There, you can try your hand at Chinese calligraphy or paper cutting.
During the tour today you can participate in a Hanfu photo safari, dressing up in ancient costumes against historic backdrops and taking unique family pictures
Visit the Temple of Heaven, the royal altar where emperors worshiped heaven during the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Go across the local people doing their morning exercises, including tai chi, taking their singing caged birds for some fresh air, writing in calligraphy on the paving slabs (with long brush and water), and playing keep-it-up with kick shuttlecocks.
A tai chi master will be ready to teach your group. Join the locals and enjoy some interesting morning exercises as a family.
Move on to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, which is about a 1½-hour drive from the Temple of Heaven.
Take a cable car up and your personal guide will walk with you on the wall to give you some information and to help you if you want to take some photos. You will have some free time to walk around. Then take a toboggan ride down the Great Wall.
Drive back to downtown Beijing and enjoy the famous Peking roast duck dish for dinner in a time-honored brand restaurant.
Your Beijing discovery tour will continue with a visit to the Summer Palace and the Beijing Zoo.
The Summer Palace was used as a summer retreat for the imperial court, providing a nice place to escape from the summer heat.
You can climb the hill or take a stroll in the charming decorated walkways before your cruise in a dragon-shaped boat on Kunming Lake.
In the afternoon, engage young explorers at Beijing Zoo, home to giant pandas and rare species.
Conclude the day with a Kung Fu performance, showcasing discipline and grace in a family-friendly show.
Dive into creativity at 798 Art District, where street art and avant-garde installations spark imagination.
Then, step into a fantasy world with giant character sculptures, vibrant murals, and limited-edition merchandise in Pop Mart City Park. Snap photos with life-sized Molly or explore the Dimoo Dream Garden, a floral paradise.
Say goodbye to Beijing and you will be transferred to the airport or train station according to your schedule. Your private guide will help you to check in.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
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