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Beijing Forbidden City Tours in 2025

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Discover the ancient and modern wonders of China with our 4 distinctive tours that invite you to explore the historic Forbidden City in 2025. Traverse the timeline of dynasties as you walk the storied paths of Beijing, from the grandeur of the Great Wall to the serene rice terraces of Longsheng. Engage in a tapestry of experiences over 6 to 25 days, including early morning wildlife viewings, immersive cooking classes, and intimate village visits that reveal the heart of China's culture. With a starting point of $1,523, these tours offer a blend of activities such as hiking, biking, and urban exploration, tailored for those with an easy active lifestyle. To weave the rich tapestry of China's history and culture into your travel story, contact one of Adventure Life's China specialists for help planning your next seamless journey.
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Li river and hills in the sun, Yangshuo
$5,022
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Great Wall, Dynasties, & Rivers

Active China - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Great Wall of China
  • Visit Leshan & the Giant Buddha
  • View pandas early in the morning
  • Explore Ping'an & the rice terraces
Starts / Ends:
Beijing / Guilin
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Experience some of the main highlights of China on an active trip designed for those who want to explore on the move. Hike the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall, as well as through rural villages in the rice terraces of Longsheng. Bike through Beijing hutongs, Xi'an's ancient city wall …
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Great Wall of China in the sunshine
$1,523
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Beautiful Beijing & the Wall

6 Day Itinerary
  • Bike through the Hutong District
  • Wander local art galleries
  • Participate in a cooking class
  • Explore Forbidden City
Activities:
Biking, Cooking Class, Land, Local Market, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Explore Beijing and its most popular attractions on this week-long China tour. Visit the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven. Hike along the renowned Great Wall, try your hand at cooking Chinese cuisine, and explore the magical Art Zone that has cropped up in the former industrial …
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Chinese food
$4,805
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Flavors of China

12 Day Itinerary
  • Take a cooking class in Shanghai
  • Meet and visit with a local family
  • Learn how to prepare Chinese dishes
  • Explore the Great Wall of China
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Calling all foodies! Experience the highlights of China while tasting the diverse cuisine found all around this beautiful country. Expore the Great Wall, visit the Forbidden City, attend cooking classes, tour temples, visit the Panda Base, and dine at many different local restaurants. Enjoy 12 days …
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Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an
$10,076
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Boundless China

25 Day Itinerary
  • Visit the Panda Base
  • Hike the Great Wall of China
  • Visit the Terracotta Warriors
  • Cruise the Yangtze River
  • Tour the Three Gorges Dam
  • Walk along the Golden Whip Stream
  • Visit Guangzhou Tower
  • Explore the Longsheng rice terraces
Activities:
Archaeological Sites, Biking, Hiking, Land, Land & Sea, River Cruise, Urban Exploration, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Explore China in-depth on this slower paced 25-day tour that visits the popular highlights and lesser known gems of mainland China. See the Great Wall, the ancient city of Xi'an, and visit the modern cities of Hong Kong and Shanghai. Enjoy biking in the countryside, a meandering river cruise on the …
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My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
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Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
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Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.
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Follow up was effective any questions were answered in a timely manner
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