Mia Rodriguez
April 30, 2026
Customized China Tours Tailored Just for You
This 7-day private guided tour explores two of China’s most historic capitals, Beijing and Xi’an, giving you intimate, up-close access to the country’s most iconic unmissable attractions: the magnificent Great Wall and the world-famous ancient Terracotta Warriors. Curated as a top-tier travel pick for visitors eager to experience China’s ancient imperial history, this hand-selected itinerary comes with unbeatable pricing and secure, trusted payment processing, for a totally stress-free booking and travel experience.
This 7-day private journey starts and ends in bustling Beijing, where you’ll tick off legendary imperial landmarks, wander centuries-old alleyways, and hike a scenic, less crowded stretch of the Great Wall before traveling west to Xi’an—one of China’s four great ancient capitals, home to the world-famous Terracotta Army. After exploring Xi’an’s perfectly preserved walled old city and savoring its famous street food scene, you’ll return to Beijing to wrap up your trip, making it ideal for first-time visitors eager to experience China’s most unmissable highlights without the hassle of independent planning.
Today is your arrival day in the Chinese capital! After you meet your private guide and complete your transfer, you’ll check into your comfortable city-center accommodation, with the rest of the day free to settle in and explore the surrounding neighborhood at your own pace. 🏨 Stay at Super House International Hotel
Dive straight into Beijing’s most iconic historic spots today. You’ll start with a stroll across expansive Tiananmen Square, followed by a visit to Mao's Mausoleum. Next, your private guide will lead you through the 600-year-old Forbidden City—once the exclusive imperial residence of Chinese emperors—sharing hidden stories behind its grand palaces and quiet courtyards. In the afternoon, you’ll wind through the narrow, courtyard-lined lanes of traditional old Beijing hutongs to get an up-close look at local life. 🍽️ Included: Breakfast at your hotel, lunch at a popular local tourist restaurant | 🏨 Stay at Super House International Hotel
Get ready for a day of outdoor adventure and contemporary culture! You’ll head out of the city to hike Huanghuacheng Great Wall, a beautiful, less crowded stretch of the wall that winds over misty mountains beside a glimmering alpine lake. After working up an appetite and enjoying lunch, you’ll head back into the city to explore 798 Art District—Beijing’s creative hub, packed with street art, cutting-edge galleries, and trendy cafes. 🍽️ Included: Breakfast at your hotel, lunch at a local tourist restaurant | 🏨 Stay at Super House International Hotel
We start the day with one last iconic Beijing stop: a visit to the sprawling Temple of Heaven complex, where Ming and Qing emperors once traveled to worship and pray for bountiful harvests. After exploring this leafy, historic site, you’ll take your pre-arranged transport west to Xi’an, China’s ancient imperial capital. Once you arrive and check in, you’ll wander the bustling Xi'an Muslim Quarter—a vibrant, centuries-old neighborhood packed with street food stalls and local craft shops. 🍽️ Included: Breakfast at your Beijing hotel, dinner at a local Xi'an tourist restaurant | 🏨 Stay at Xi’an Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel
Today is dedicated to Xi’an’s incredible historic treasures. You’ll start with a leisurely walk (or bike ride, if you prefer) along the top of Xi’an’s perfectly preserved Ancient City Wall, one of the largest and oldest intact city walls in the world. Next, your private guide will take you to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors site, where you’ll marvel at thousands of unique, life-sized clay warriors built to guard Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb. In the afternoon, you’ll round out the day with a visit to Xi'an Museum to dive deeper into the city’s 3,000-year history. 🍽️ Included: Breakfast at your hotel, lunch at a local tourist restaurant | 🏨 Stay at Xi’an Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel
After breakfast at your Xi’an hotel, you’ll check out and travel back to Beijing via your pre-arranged private transport. Once you arrive in the capital, you’ll be transferred to your city-center hotel, with the rest of the day free to relax, do a little last-minute shopping, or revisit any Beijing spot you loved. 🍽️ Included: Breakfast at your Xi’an hotel | 🏨 Stay at Super House International Hotel
Today brings your China adventure to a close. After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your onward departure, with a camera full of photos and a head full of memories of China’s most iconic sights. 🍽️ Included: Breakfast at your hotel
Min 2 · Max 20 people per group
Traveler reviews
April 30, 2026
As a first-time visitor to China, this tour gave me the perfect introduction to two of the country's most incredible historic capitals. Our Beijing guide took us to a quiet, less touristy section of the Great Wall that had sweeping, unobstructed views and felt so peaceful. In Xi'an, our guide shared fascinating little-known facts about the Terracotta Warriors that brought the entire site to life for me. The itinerary was well-planned, never too rushed, and left plenty of room for spontaneous stops for snacks or photos. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone looking for an intimate, stress-free way to see these iconic attractions.
February 19, 2026
We booked this tour during the Lunar New Year holiday, so I knocked off one star because all major sites were far more wonderful than we anticipated, even with advance planning. That said, our guides worked hard to find quieter viewing spots and kept the day moving smoothly. The 7-day pace was perfectly balanced, with enough downtime to try local street food and explore neighborhood markets between main attractions. Private transportation between cities, sites, and our hotels was always clean, comfortable, and right on time.
September 4, 2025
Having a private guide made this experience so much richer than any generic group tour I've been on. We never felt rushed, and all our questions about Chinese history and local culture were answered thoroughly. The ability to skip long entry lines at both the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors saved us hours of waiting.
March 12, 2025
This private tour of the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors exceeded every expectation I had for my first trip to China.
December 19, 2024
Ethan from HelloChinaTrip helped customize this itinerary perfectly for our family with young kids, adjusting the pace to fit our needs. Our guides in both Beijing and Xi'an were warm, knowledgeable, and made even long days of sightseeing feel fun and engaging.
