Northern China Tours & Trips
Think northern China is all about Beijing? The region extends way beyond the capital. You've got the Great Wall, Beijing's Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. Further out there's Datong's Yungang Grottoes, Pingyao's preserved ancient city, possibly Inner Mongolia's grasslands. Head to Harbin way up north for ice festival in winter. Northern China covers huge territory with millennia of history packed in.
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Stephanie • traveled in April
This trip takes you from the hustle and bustle of Beijing to the serene beauty of the Tibetan Plateau! So much variety, the train ride was a highlight, getting to talk to locals and share stories and snacks was a truly incredible experience. Breathing the fresh mountain air and taking in the scenery, I will never forget it. Our Tibetan leader was the best part of our trip, wildly knowledgeable and funny to boot. I would do this trip again in an heartbeat.
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Natalie • traveled in April
The tour was absolutely incredible. Every day the hiking was so different and the wall incredible. The food was excellent. Accommodation is basic but that is all part of the experience.
Walking the Great Wall
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The majestic Mutianyu Great Wall and imperial Forbidden City headline this Beijing adventure. The Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and Panda Hall at Beijing Zoo round out the journey. Centrally-located Mercure Beijing Downtown provides comfortable accommodation.
Duration 4 days Destinations Beijing Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Travel China Guide From
- US$819
Tibet: Beijing to Kathmandu Overland
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trim with a lot of highlights. Plenty of time to acclimatize to the altitude.”
This 15-day overland trip from Beijing to Kathmandu has you riding hard-sleeper trains through Tibet and staying in yak hair tents at Everest National Park. You'll visit UNESCO-listed Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, check out Gyantse Kumbum's six-level stupa.
Duration 15 days Destinations Beijing Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,620
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Walk the Great Wall of China
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The whole trip was amazing! Lucky there was another couple at the airport on the same trip and we made our way together.”
Olivia, traveled in April
The Forbidden City opens this journey before trekking northern Wall sections. The route includes Eastern Qing Tombs, Panjiakou reservoir where Wall meets water, and finishes among Jinshanling's historic watchtowers. Hikes span 2-10km across varied terrain.
Duration 10 days Destinations Beijing, Shanhaiguan, Zunhua, Tianjin, Jinshanling Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From $2,010
10% Off- US$1,800You save $210
Beijing's UNESCO treasures shine, from the Forbidden City to Mutianyu Great Wall. Citadines Ritan or Crowne Plaza Chaoyang serve as base while visiting Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and traditional hutong neighborhoods.
Duration 4 days Destinations Beijing Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Top China Travel From
10% Off- US$745
Duration 8 days Destinations Lanzhou, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Top China Travel From
10% Off- US$1,890
Walking the Great Wall
85 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The sweeping views at every turn - breathtaking. The local guesthouses were a surprisingly pleasant experience.”
Philippa, traveled in August
The most dramatic Wall sections of Northern China await, from Mutianyu's grand watchtowers to Gubeikou's mountain ridges. Local guesthouses provide authentic Chinese hospitality, while Beijing's cultural treasures include the Forbidden City and historic hutongs.
Duration 9 days Destinations Beijing, Jinshanling Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $1,948
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Hohhot's Five-Pagoda Temple and historic Zhaojun Tomb showcase Northern China's cultural richness. Traditional Mongolian life flourishes at Xilamuren Grassland, while desert adventures await at Xiangshawan. This five-day tour includes luxury accommodation and expert local guides.
Duration 5 days Destinations Hohhot Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Silk Road Trips From
7% Off- US$1,499
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