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Best China Private Tours 2026/2027

Explore our private China tours – Ideal for those traveling solo, as a couple, family, or with friends.

If you think private tours of China are not for you, think again. You may find yourself just a little surprised at how affordable and fun it is to explore with a private tour guide. China is a big and busy place, let’s face it. And while small group tours offer the chance to mix with like-minded travelers, they don’t suit everyone. Private tours of China with your own private tour guide offer that little extra for people who need or want additional flexibility, without the concern they are causing inconvenience for other travelers.

How do you know if private China Tours are right for you?

Our private tours are a flexible travel option for those wanting to take one of our small group tours – but as a private group. Customers who have explored with us on our private tours tell us flexibility and personal attention are two big draw-cards for selecting this travel option over small group tours.

For solo travelers, a private tour provides the reassurance that you will be guided by someone with knowledge and experience to keep you safe. For couples – maybe you’re on a honeymoon – a private tour is a great option if you like to keep to yourselves. Families or friends traveling as a group will appreciate that they needn’t be concerned about keeping to a timetable dictated by someone else; a factor that’s especially important for those with children of any age, or if there are more mature travelers in your group.

If the idea of private guides and drivers, flexible itineraries and departure dates holds appeal, then why not check out the selection below. Take in the sights of China at a relaxed pace, customize according to your interests, explore your way.

It’s all yours on our private tours of China!

Looking for flexibility? Find it on a private tour of China

Here are just a couple of ways a private tour offers more flexibility than a small group tour:

  • Travel any day – While our small group tours are scheduled to depart on specified days, on a private tour, you are free to choose travel dates according to your needs. That’s right, travel arrangements are made to suit you.
  • Change up the tour’s daily activities – Discovered a special museum or attraction not included on the itinerary? Need a rest at the hotel before the afternoon’s exploration? No problem. Your guide will adjust the day’s schedule to accommodate small changes that don’t affect travel arrangements between destinations. You can even decide the start and finish time for the day’s itinerary, allowing you to sleep late or finish early, if that’s what you’d prefer.

Delivering maximum flexibility, a private tour is really all about you making the most of your time in China, without having to accommodate the needs of other travelers.

Experience personalized one-to-one service

Until you’ve traveled with a private guide, it can be hard to appreciate the benefit of genuinely personalized one-to-one service. In a country with a vastly different language, culture, history, and cuisine, a guide offers western travelers a unique perspective. Time spent together on tour helps build bridges of understanding between people that might seem difficult when people and places are only observed remotely. 

Traveling with a private guide may be the only time people from other countries experience the opportunity to connect with local Chinese people in their daily life. This alone fosters more appreciation for each other and the respective origins of each person. ChinaTours.com is committed to building bridges of understanding between people and we rely on our network of trusted private guides to help us realize this goal.

Stay in comfort and unique style on your private China tour

Having collaborated with numerous four and five star accommodation providers, we enjoy offering our private tour customers flexible options when it comes to hotel selection.

Of course you can choose from the international four and five star hotel chains, or you may want to get creative and make your China holiday stay something extra special. Whether you’re after a China Airbnb experience, a night in a traditional local residence, like a Beijing Siheyuan, time in a luxury boutique hotel or a local village guesthouse, we can bring your travel dreams to life. Just ask us!

Make local Chinese cuisine part of your adventure

As food lovers, we totally understand that enjoying local regional cuisine is part of the adventure, and it’s the main reason we provide our customers with flexible dining options on a private tour.

For the duration of your private tour of China, take advantage of the opportunity to choose what and where you’ll eat. Meals are not included in tour costs, as we appreciate individual travelers have their own preferences. If you’re a culinary adventurer and ready to explore China’s rich and diverse cuisine, freedom of meal choice is the ultimate way to indulge your taste senses.

Equally, we can assist travelers with specific dietary needs, by developing a meal plan in advance that ensures you travel with complete peace of mind while on tour.

Want to create a richer experence? We can help!

Every effort is made to design tours that become beautiful travel memories. It’s this vision for our customers which means we are happy to arrange an itinerary that is tailored to your specific interests. Fascinated by Chinese architecture? We’ll add extra visits to traditional and modern buildings. Amazed by China’s remarkable history? Let’s organize more museum visits. Think you might like to try your hand at cooking over a wok? How about some Chinese cooking lessons. Wondering whether acupuncture or cupping therapy could ease your aching tired feet after a day’s exploration? We can arrange a visit to a traditional Chinese medicine clinic if your interests lie in health and wellness.


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China Private Tours 2026/2027

Our private tours mean you can expect more on your China travels. Don’t wonder or wait to find out if a private tour of China should be your next travel adventure. Get in touch. Our team is ready to answer all your questions. Start by exploring our thoughtfully curated selection of China private tours. 2026/2027 could be your time for discovering all the mysteries and appeal of one of the most fascinating places on earth.

6 Days China Ancient Capitals - A Tale of Two Cities


Destination
Beijing Xi’an
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

6 Days China Ancient Capitals - A Tale of Two Cities

6 Days China Ancient Capitals - A Tale of Two Cities

8 Days Golden Ring of China


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

8 Days Golden Ring of China

8 Days Golden Ring of China

11 Days Beauty of China


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Guilin Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

11 Days Beauty of China

11 Days Beauty of China

12 Days Odyssey of the Yangtze


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chongqing Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

12 Days Odyssey of the Yangtze

12 Days Odyssey of the Yangtze

13 Days China Wonders & Pandas


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Guilin Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

13 Days China Wonders & Pandas

13 Days China Wonders & Pandas

13 Days Grand China with Panda


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

13 Days Grand China with Panda

13 Days Grand China with Panda
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10 Days Essence of China and Magical Avatar Mountain Tour


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Zhangjiajie Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

10 Days Essence of China and Magical Avatar Mountain Tour

10 Days Essence of China and Magical Avatar Mountain Tour

10 Days Golden Ring of China with Hong Kong


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Shanghai Hong Kong
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

10 Days Golden Ring of China with Hong Kong

10 Days Golden Ring of China with Hong Kong

10 Days Best of China with Pingyao Ancient Town


Destination
Beijing Pingyao Xi’an Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

10 Days Best of China with Pingyao Ancient Town

10 Days Best of China with Pingyao Ancient Town

10 Days Splendid China Tour with Water Town


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Hangzhou Suzhou Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

10 Days Splendid China Tour with Water Town

10 Days Splendid China Tour with Water Town

10 Days Best of China and Pandas


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

10 Days Best of China and Pandas

10 Days Best of China and Pandas

11 Days Images of China and Tibet


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Lhasa Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

11 Days Images of China and Tibet

11 Days Images of China and Tibet

12 Days Golden Ring of China with Taipei & Hong Kong


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Shanghai Taipei Hong Kong
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

12 Days Golden Ring of China with Taipei & Hong Kong

12 Days Golden Ring of China with Taipei & Hong Kong

14 Days Zhangjiajie Avatar Pandora Wonderland


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chongqing Yangtze River Zhangjiajie Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

14 Days Zhangjiajie Avatar Pandora Wonderland

14 Days Zhangjiajie Avatar Pandora Wonderland

13 Days Highlights of China with Holy Tibet


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Lhasa Chengdu Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

13 Days Highlights of China with Holy Tibet

13 Days Highlights of China with Holy Tibet

14 Days Odyssey of the Yangtze & Taipei


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chongqing Yangtze River Shanghai Taipei
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

14 Days Odyssey of the Yangtze & Taipei

14 Days Odyssey of the Yangtze & Taipei

13 Days Beauty of Mainland China & Taipei


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Guilin Shanghai Taipei
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

13 Days Beauty of Mainland China & Taipei

13 Days Beauty of Mainland China & Taipei

14 Days Best of China plus Yangtze


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Guilin Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

14 Days Best of China plus Yangtze

14 Days Best of China plus Yangtze

14 Days Iconic China with the Yangzte


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Chongqing Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

14 Days Iconic China with the Yangzte

14 Days Iconic China with the Yangzte

15 Days Enchanting China with the Yangtze


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Guilin Chongqing Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

15 Days Enchanting China with the Yangtze

15 Days Enchanting China with the Yangtze

16 Days China Highlights with Yangtze and Pandas


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Guilin Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

16 Days China Highlights with Yangtze and Pandas

16 Days China Highlights with Yangtze and Pandas

16 Days Lively China with Holy Tibet


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Lhasa Chengdu Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

16 Days Lively China with Holy Tibet

16 Days Lively China with Holy Tibet

17 Days Spectacular China Vista


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Guilin Chongqing Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

17 Days Spectacular China Vista

17 Days Spectacular China Vista

17 Days Magnificent China & Holy Tibet


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Lhasa Chengdu Chongqing Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivateSmall Group

17 Days Magnificent China & Holy Tibet

17 Days Magnificent China & Holy Tibet

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ErronW
ErronW
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Tripadvisor score AMAZING holiday in Yunnan Province

May 2026 • Couples

This is our second China trip with China Tours. Thank you for organising such a fantastic trip Martha! Five stars experience in every way. We chose China Tours again for our trip to Yunnan, after we had a fabulous time in Beijing last year. It’s a 10-day tour which started in Kunming, and then we went to Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-la. From the moment we were picked up at Kunming airport, getting local sim card, dropped off at the hotel and the places we visited, everything was smooth and we were really taken care of.
The hotels were all excellent with great services and extensive options of breakfast included. The drivers were excellent, especially Mrs. Li who drove us from Dali to Lijiang and to Shangri-la, the car was very comfortable and spacious. We had different guides in every city, they are all very friendly, helpful, and they have deep knowledge of all the places we visited. Especially our guide Caroline from Lijiang and Tsesham from Shangri-la. We spent more time in Lijiang and Shangri-la so we had more time with our guides there. They are truly the experts of their respective cultures, they are attentive, insightful, very kind, and encouraging. We had so much fun! Thank you for making our holiday in China feel special and memorable.
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Jeff B
Jeff B
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Tripadvisor score Fantastic experience

May 2026

Cannot say enough about this tour. Booking was incredible easy, communication, fantastic we had the great guides, including Lee in Beijing, Helen in Xi’an, Tracy in Chengdu, and John in Shanghai. Everyone was ineligible and brought you perspective. Everything was arranged perfectly, including in country, airfare and high-speed rail we elected five star hotels, and we were not disappointed. I would highly recommend this company.
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Navigate27423060359
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Tripadvisor score Amazingly organised tours with incredible people

Apr 2026 • Couples

Booked back to back tours through China to visit the must see places people always talk about. First tour for 10 days covered Beijing (included Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall), Xian (Terracotta Army), Zhangjajie (visit the national forest via Bailong Elevator and Tianmen Mountain) and ended in Shanghai (The Bund and Yuyuan Garden). Next tour commenced a couple of days later visiting Chengdu (can't miss the Pandas) and Lhasa in Tibet (including Drepung and Sera Monasteries and Potala Palace). Guides are all fantastic. Thank you Jessica, Chris, Cindy, Lucy, Raymond and Tashi for making it such a memorable trip. So much more to see and will have to have another visit. Some hiccups with flights (delayed departures, cancellations due to bad weather) but through it all Lora was there to help find emergency accommodation and re-book flights (and thank you to Lucy and Tashi who had to deal with 2:00am flights and returns to airports when flight couldn't land). If our experience with China Tours is indicative of the service they provide then I have nothing but admiration for the organisation.
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Baron G
Baron G
Reviewed on April 28, 2026
Tripadvisor score Mervyn with China Tours was a fabulous tour guide.

Apr 2026 • Couples

We spent extraordinary two days in Xi’an organized by China Tours. Our guide, Mervyn, was the best. Her knowledge of the city and each historical site was amazing. She helped us maximize the limited time we had in Xi'an. Highly recommend Mervyn to anyone visiting Xi'an. ChinaTours did a fabulous job organizing wonderful tour guides and drivers n each city. If you are considering a trip to China, work with China Tours. You won't regret it.
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wenmindymao
wenmindymao
Reviewed on April 25, 2026
Tripadvisor score Unforgettable trip💓🤙Thanks to Dora✈️

Apr 2026 • Couples

China Tour- I booked with Dora by searching the internet which was 13 days beginning Beijing ended at Shanghai. She did an amazing job by booking hotels; trains tickets and parks tickets. Everything was running smoothly. We also special tanks to Michelle; Jacob; Andie; Joanne; and Warren working hard to guide us in sight seeing. My husband and I appreciate very much and want to recommend ChinaTour to our friends.
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Susie K
Susie K
Reviewed on April 22, 2026
Tripadvisor score Hectic trip but so well organised!

Apr 2026 • Couples

What a wonderful trip! I found China Tours and told them the places I'd most like to go to and things that I'd like to do! They organised it into an itinerary, booking guides and drivers for us at every place. We always felt looked after when arriving at a new airport or station, no panicking as to where to find our way! The guides were all very different: age personalities etc, but all very knowledgeable, friendly and adaptable to our requests! They had the tricks of the trade for getting us ahead in queues etc...a valuable resource in China!! But also the fact that all our park & site entrances were already purchased made each visit a seamless hassle free pleasure. The hotels booked for us were nearly all 5 star with great locations and amenities. Hard to fault the services of China Tours! They helped us through a last day panic when our return flight had been changed, phoning airports and airlines to try snd sort out the problem...I wouldn't have known where to start! We probably tried to fit too much into the time, but we had a brilliant holiday.
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Mayra C
Mayra C
Reviewed on April 19, 2026
Tripadvisor score Epic tour, exceeded expectations

April 2026

We planned a 2 week trip, 5 cities, 3-day Yangtze cruise, and mountains / forest national park. Our tour planner, Dora, was super flexible and helpful in building the itinerary to meet all our desires (via WeChat). The execution was perfect, with English speaking local guides at every city. Choosing a private tour worked great for us given everything we wanted to do. And we did more, besides planned top attractions (Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, temples, etc), we added a show, a cave with underground River and managed to do some shopping (note: ours was a NO shopping tour by design). All local guides were great, knowledgeable, kind and helpful. Special Kudos to Vivienne (Zhangjiajie) for climbing 999 steps with at Tianmen Cave. We loved our trip and fully recommend China Tours.
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Andrew L
Andrew L
Reviewed on April 10, 2026
Tripadvisor score Thank you China Tours for a wonderful holiday

Apr 2026 • Solo

Went to Lhasa, Tibet and Chengdu with China Tours and everything was well organised from airport pickup, hotel accommodation to the tour itself. The guides were friendly and helpful. They offered suggestions for me to explore Chengdu on my own in the evening. Overall, I had a fantastic experience with China Tours and would highly recommend them to others. Special thank you to Martha at the office and Robert the tour guide at Chengdu
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