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The Forbidden City Tours & Trips

14 The Forbidden City trips. Tours from 8 tour companies. 73 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Family China

Family China

By Audley Travel
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Third holiday with Audley and the best yet. They really know the countries and work with you to put together the perfect itinerary. They think of everything. They are also on hand to deal with any issues that arise while you are away. We’ll be travelling with Audley again."

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15 days From$6,221
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A private Trans-Siberian journey - Beijing to Moscow

A private Trans-Siberian journey - Beijing to Moscow

By Audley Travel
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Train & Rail Journeys, Music

What travelers are saying

"Third holiday with Audley and the best yet. They really know the countries and work with you to put together the perfect itinerary. They think of everything. They are also on hand to deal with any issues that arise while you are away. We’ll be travelling with Audley again."

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18 days From$10,156
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Highlights of China: Beijing, Xian and Guilin

Highlights of China: Beijing, Xian and Guilin

By Audley Travel
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Third holiday with Audley and the best yet. They really know the countries and work with you to put together the perfect itinerary. They think of everything. They are also on hand to deal with any issues that arise while you are away. We’ll be travelling with Audley again."

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11 days From$4,141
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China Sampler

China Sampler

By Alexander + Roberts
none
3.2/5 Average
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • With only 16 guests or fewer, you’ll have a better vantage and more time at the Terra Cotta Army.
  • Feel the ancient rhythms of Xian as you explore the Muslim market with an engaging, savvy resident.
  • Delve into the traditional ways of China when you meet tea farmers at their home near Hangzhou.
  • An intimate stroll along historic Pingjiang Road is the best way to appreciate the splendor of Suzhou’s centuries-old Song Dynasty architecture.

Themes

Cultural, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Delighted by the experience."

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10 days From$3,299
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Imperial Jewels of China

Imperial Jewels of China

By Viking River Cruises
preferred
4.7/5 Excellent
41 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Explore cosmopolitan Shanghai, imperial treasures like the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, and cruise the wildly beautiful Three Gorges region of the legendary Yangtze.
  • Visit the Great wall of China and explore its winding pathways and marvel
  • Visit Shibaozhai Temple, a 12-story pavilion built in 1650 along the Yangtze.
  • See Old Shanghai and travel along the elegant Bund, stopping to admire some of its historic buildings and city views.

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"Most of the people on this 17-day river cruise was quite elderly and infirm. Therefore the complimentary excursions were painfully slow walking. Local guides mostly told stories of their own upbringing and the conflicts they lived through. There was not much history on any of the excursions; and none of the buildings we saw gave us an opportunity to go inside, even the paid excursions. The accommodations were excellent, except that we paid for the best veranda but could not sit on our veranda because for the first 5 days our ship was packed tight next to another Viking ship. Food was good, except for dinners which were quite mediocre and never captured the flavor of the local foods."

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13 days From$3,417
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Roof of the world

Roof of the world

By Viking River Cruises
preferred
4.7/5 Excellent
41 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Experience 6-day Yangtze River cruise in veranda stateroom
  • Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Culture Curriculum: Enjoy tea with a Tibetan family; attend lectures on the Yangtze River, Mao Zedong & China’s current affairs; practice tai chi every morning aboard.
  • Enjoy a concert of the Hubei Bells
  • Learn a few Chinese words
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Most of the people on this 17-day river cruise was quite elderly and infirm. Therefore the complimentary excursions were painfully slow walking. Local guides mostly told stories of their own upbringing and the conflicts they lived through. There was not much history on any of the excursions; and none of the buildings we saw gave us an opportunity to go inside, even the paid excursions. The accommodations were excellent, except that we paid for the best veranda but could not sit on our veranda because for the first 5 days our ship was packed tight next to another Viking ship. Food was good, except for dinners which were quite mediocre and never captured the flavor of the local foods."

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16 days From$9,802
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Highlights Of China

Highlights Of China

By Insider Journeys
none
5/5 Excellent
7 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Terracotta Warriors
  • Explore the exotic streets of the Muslim Quarter
  • Discover Tiananmen Square
  • Visit to Forbidden City

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We have just returned from a 10 night Cambodian Experience tour with Insider Journeys from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. The tour provided an excellent overview of the country, people and culture as well as a range of experiences including tuk tuks, boat trips, cyclos, temples, pagodas and of course outstanding food experiences and tasting. Accommodation was always comfortable and clean and transport well maintained. Each day was different from the last, covering from the stark reality of the killing fields to the magnificent Angkor Wat. Free time was available for exploring as well. Our guide Virak was knowlegeable, friendly, accommodating and passionate about his country and contributed greatly to our overall positive experience. The highlights of course were Angkor Wat and the nearby temples, the home stay experience, the Cambodian people and of course the delicious food. If you want to see a broad cross section of Cambodia this tour is a great choice."

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10 days From$2,665
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China Odyssey

China Odyssey

By Goway Travel
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Beijing, Shanghai and Xian
  • Visit Tian'anmen Square, the largest public plaza in the world
  • Discover “Great wall of China”
  • Visit thousands of life-sized terracotta warriors
  • Explore beautiful town Yangshuo

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Goway was consistently responsive to my group's requests and inquiries. Everything was well planned, and Goway's recommendations for tours, hotels, activities, restaurants, and transportation were great. Our Goway Reservation Specialist, Alice Teramoto, was fantastic! She was attentive, respectful, and incredibly patient with all our requests, changes, and concerns. I look forward to going on another Goway trip!"

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11 days From$2,473
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Mira

Sep 2019

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very good.

My first explore holiday, thought it was very good.

Tour:  Walk the Great Wall of China + Xian Extension

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Mira

Sep 2019

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My first explore holiday, thought it was

My first explore holiday, thought it was very good.

Tour:  Walk the Great Wall of China + Xian Extension

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Hayley

Dec 2018

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Wow! What an amazing experience!

Wow! What an amazing experience! The trekking was worth it for the magical scenery of the Great Wall. As well as seeing the Great Wall it was great to experience th...

Tour:  Walk the Great Wall of China + Xian Extension

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Hayley

Dec 2018

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Wow! What an amazing experience! The trekking

Wow! What an amazing experience! The trekking was worth it for the magical scenery of the Great Wall. As well as seeing the Great Wall it was great to experience th...

Tour:  Walk the Great Wall of China + Xian Extension

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Simon

May 2018

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Very happy with thevtour.

Very happy with thevtour.

Tour:  Walk the Great Wall of China + Xian Extension

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