Everything you're wondering about Beijing.

Most U.S. and international travelers do need a visa for a full China visit, though many nationalities now qualify for visa-free transit (up to 240 hours) if you're passing through — ideal for a layover tour. The rules change often and depend on your passport and route, so we'll walk you through exactly what applies to your trip and what documents you'll want on hand. If you're on a layover, we help you plan the timing so you clear immigration comfortably.

Not at all — that's exactly who we're built for. Your guide speaks fluent, conversational English and stays with you through the day, handling tickets, directions, ordering food and anything that comes up. You'll never be left pointing at a menu or lost at a gate. This is the difference between us and the many "English-speaking driver" services, where the driver may only know a few words.

It's true that Beijing runs largely on WeChat Pay and Alipay, and cash or foreign cards can be awkward. Before you arrive, we help you set up mobile payments and install WeChat so you can pay for anything and stay in touch with your guide. On tour, the big costs — tickets, lunch, transport — are already included, so you're never scrambling. Setting this up in advance is one of the most useful things we do for first-time visitors.

Beijing is widely considered one of the safest major cities in the world for visitors, with very low rates of street crime. As anywhere, normal travel sense applies. Traveling with a private local guide adds another layer of ease — someone who knows the city, speaks the language, and is looking out for your group the whole day. Families with children and solo travelers tour with us regularly.

Some apps you use daily — Google, Instagram, WhatsApp, Facebook — can be unreliable on local networks in mainland China. We'll advise you on staying connected, keeping WeChat as your reliable line to us, and options like international roaming or a travel eSIM so you're never out of touch. We sort this with you before your day begins.

Start by sending us your dates and what you'd like to see using the form below, or by email/WeChat. We'll reply with a private itinerary and a clear quote — no obligation. Once you're happy, we confirm the details and payment arrangements with you directly. The price we quote includes everything listed on each tour; there are no shopping stops and no surprise fees.

Yes — nearly every tour we run is customized. We adjust pace for young children and seniors, build multi-day trips, arrange corporate and incentive groups, and design layover tours around tight flight windows. Tell us your group and your must-sees, and we'll shape the day around them.