China · 2-DAY EXPERIENCES

15 2-Day Experiences in China, Priced, Timed and Compared

28 tours  ·  from $91

A shortlist of 15 2-day experiences, priced and timed, so the choice takes ten minutes instead of an evening. What each includes is spelled out.

Beijing 2-Day Tours: Great Wall, Forbidden City & Top Highlights - Tiananmen Square and the route into the Forbidden City
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Beijing 2-Day Tours: Great Wall, Forbidden City & Top Highlights

1.Beijing 2-Day Tours: Great Wall, Forbidden City & Top Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 688 reviews · from $99Our pick

Spend two full days seeing Beijing’s biggest sights with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and air-conditioned transport. Visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, then ride to Mutianyu for the Great Wall. Day two brings the Temple of Heaven, a hutong rickshaw ride, Lama Temple, and Summer Palace. Guides may include Helen, Rocky, Tom, Lucy, or Lisa.

“‘Rocky’ was our guide and we could not have had a more knowledgeable, polite, and supportive person. This was the best excursion of our entire China experience that we had several in different cities. The Forbidden City and Great Wall arRead more”

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Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour - Temple of Heaven, where ritual shaped the architecture
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Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour

2.Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 472 reviews · from $330

Spend two packed days touring Beijing with a private English-speaking guide and driver. Visit Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Shichahai, Mutianyu Great Wall, and Summer Palace. Tickets, two lunches, hotel pickup, transfers, and the Great Wall cable car or chairlift are included.

“Jenny is a fantastic guide. She was very flexible and accommodating. This tour made getting through all of the sites easy and hassle free. It would have been difficult to do on our own and we were able to all the major attractions with limited time.”

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Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour - Day one begins at Tiananmen Square
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Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour

3.Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 418 reviews · from $369

Spend two full days touring Beijing in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English, Spanish, Russian, or German-speaking guide. Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Mutianyu Great Wall, and the Hou Hai hutongs. Entrance tickets, two lunches, bottled water, hotel pickup, and the Great Wall cable car or chairlift and toboggan are included.

“We had an amazing trip to beijing and can’t recommend the experience highly enough. The organization was impeccable from start to finish — booking, confirmation, the warm meet-and-greet at the hotel lobby, seamless transferRead more”

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Mini Group: 2-Day Beijing Highlights and Great Wall Tour - Day one: Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City
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Mini Group: 2-Day Beijing Highlights and Great Wall Tour

4.Mini Group: 2-Day Beijing Highlights and Great Wall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · from $330

See Beijing’s essential sights in two full days with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, admission tickets, transport, water, and lunch. The route includes Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and Dongjiaominxiang. Small groups of up to 15 keep the experience personal, while guides such as Jin, Nancy, Sunny, and Eva are praised for their care and flexibility.

“Amazing! Just Amazing! It is a hike if you want to walk to the "end" of the wall and back so wear comfortable shoes! It was a lot of fun and I am so glad I went. Our guide was awesome and she kept us on schedule and we never felt rushed.”

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2-Day Avatar Mountain, Glass Bridge, and Mt. Tianmen Tour - Day one: rising through the cliff at Bailong
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2-Day Avatar Mountain, Glass Bridge, and Mt. Tianmen Tour

5.2-Day Avatar Mountain, Glass Bridge, and Mt. Tianmen Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 216 reviews · 9 hours - 2 days · from $99

This two-day Zhangjiajie tour combines the Bailong Elevator, Yuanjiajie’s Avatar peaks, Yangjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, and Tianmen Mountain. English-speaking guides such as Phoenix, Liz, Bonnie, and Daniel lead small groups or private trips, with transport, tickets, cable cars, and shoe covers included. Meals are on your own.

“Our guide Winnie was the best! Explained everything, was very funny and patient with us. I would highly recommend if you want to enjoy the views and not worry about any organisational stuff.”

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2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions - Big Wild Goose Pagoda connects Xi’an with Buddhism
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2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions

6.2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · from $369

Spend two busy days exploring Xi’an with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Hanyangling, the Terracotta Army, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City, the Ming city wall, and Muslim Quarter. Guides such as Carol, Tracy, Lily, and Celine have been praised for clear English and strong local knowledge.

“Arriving by train from Guilin we were greeted at the train station by our Travel China Guide Carol and our driver Mr Han .On route to our hotel for our overnight stay Carol outlined our itinerary and gave us a detailed description of Xi’an culturaRead more”

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2-Day Mini Group to Avatar Mountain, Glass Bridge and Mt. Tianmen - The 88-second ride on Bailong Elevator
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2-Day Mini Group to Avatar Mountain, Glass Bridge and Mt. Tianmen

7.2-Day Mini Group to Avatar Mountain, Glass Bridge and Mt. Tianmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $109

This two-day, no-shopping tour takes you through Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, and Tianmen Mountain. An English-speaking guide such as Liz, Fiona, or Phoenix leads a group of up to eight, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and bottled water. Expect long days, stairs, crowds, and spectacular views.

“This was a great two-day tour, the shuttle picked us up at the hotel on time. Taking a tour is very convenient as both guides (we had 2 different guides each day) were showing the way and giving the guidelines on where to go. For Day 2 (glass bridge etc) I'd recommend to give more time to go down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. We did not have enough time to return back (2 hours). Thank you”

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2-Day Beijing Highlights Small-Group Guided Tour - Day one: Tiananmen Square and the imperial center
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2-Day Beijing Highlights Small-Group Guided Tour

8.2-Day Beijing Highlights Small-Group Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · from $179

This two-day Beijing tour pairs the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, and Temple of Heaven with an early visit to Mutianyu Great Wall and the Summer Palace. Groups are capped at nine, with hotel pickup inside Beijing’s second ring road, entrance tickets, lunches, and English-speaking guides such as Keith, David, Susie, or Mike. An acrobat show is an optional upgrade.

“I debated writing this review. But if I were the person buying this tour, I would've loved to know the pros and cons before making the purchase. Pros: Both guides speak Good English They are knowledgeable Cover a lot of places The cons: They won't pick you up if you are outside the 2nd Ring Road. The female tour guide dropped everyone off at a hotel, knowing that we couldn't call a taxi because of the language barrier. We told her that we needed a taxi to go to our hotel. The female tour guide was less organized than the guy from the day before. I was debating about leaving…”

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2-Day Private Classic Beijing City Sightseeing Tour Package - The Lama Temple shows another side of Beijing
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2-Day Private Classic Beijing City Sightseeing Tour Package

9.2-Day Private Classic Beijing City Sightseeing Tour Package

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · from $368

Spend two full days seeing Beijing’s essential sights with a private guide and driver. Visit the Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, and Summer Palace. Coco and Susan have earned special praise for warm, thoughtful guiding. Lunches, tickets, and hotel transfers are included.

“We truly enjoyed our days with Coco - she was knowledgeable, fun to be around, perceptive and sympathetic to any needs we had and ultimately a wonderful guide. We felt like we saw and did all that we had hoped to in Beijing - at a pacRead more”

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2-Day Private Tour to Mt.AVATAR & Glass Bridge & Mt.Tianmen - Day one: Bailong Elevator and Yuanjiajie’s stone peaks
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2-Day Private Tour to Mt.AVATAR & Glass Bridge & Mt.Tianmen

10.2-Day Private Tour to Mt.AVATAR & Glass Bridge & Mt.Tianmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $235

Spend two busy days exploring Zhangjiajie with a private English-speaking guide and driver. Ride the 326-meter Bailong Elevator, walk among Yuanjiajie’s Avatar-inspired peaks, cross the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, and visit Tianmen Mountain with its cable car, cliff walkway, and 999-step Heaven’s Gate. Guides such as Amy, Rose, Eva, and Jean can help adjust timing, routes, and photo stops.

“The overall experience with Max as our tour guide was great. He was very attentive and knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommended.”

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2-Day Xi'an Sightseeing All-Inclusive Private Custom-Made Combo Tour - Day 2: City views, royal tombs, and old downtown
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2-Day Xi’an Sightseeing All-Inclusive Private Custom-Made Combo Tour

11.2-Day Xi’an Sightseeing All-Inclusive Private Custom-Made Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $302

Spend two days with a private guide and driver, choosing up to six Xi’an sights from a menu of 15. The plan can include the Terracotta Warriors, City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Banpo Museum, and more, with two included lunches at local restaurants. Guides such as Grace, Agnes, Rosa, and Amber have led this experience.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Agnes and Mr.Guo! Day 1 we attended Museum of Qin Terracotta Warriors (It was amazing, spent nearly 4 hours, warning it’s a busy place), Xi’an Banpo Museum (very interesting excavation site, not busy Read more”

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2-Day Private Beijing Tour with Forbidden City and Great Wall - Tiananmen Square and the route into the Forbidden City
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2-Day Private Beijing Tour with Forbidden City and Great Wall

12.2-Day Private Beijing Tour with Forbidden City and Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $328

Spend two busy but rewarding days with a private English-speaking guide and driver, visiting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven, Mutianyu Great Wall, and Summer Palace. Guides such as Sunny, Maggie, Linda, Sally, and Selena are praised for clear explanations and flexible pacing. Lunches, tickets, hotel transfers, and bottled water are included.

“Solo tour with bobo - was in Bejing for only two days and the tour hit all the spots. Lovely insights and commentary by the guide. Everything is cared for and the driver is on time. Good tour if you want no stress and see all the important places.”

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Zhangjiajie National Park: 2-Day Guided Tour w/ Glass Bridge - Day one: Yuanjiajie and the Pillar of the Southern Sky
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Zhangjiajie National Park: 2-Day Guided Tour w/ Glass Bridge

13.Zhangjiajie National Park: 2-Day Guided Tour w/ Glass Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · 2 days · from $339

Spend two busy days exploring Zhangjiajie National Forest Park with a private English-speaking guide such as Venus, Nina, Tim, or Joy. Ride the Bailong Elevator, walk among the peaks linked to Avatar, stroll Golden Whip Stream, and cross the 375-meter Glass Bridge. Hotel, airport, and train-station transfers are included, while meals and optional bridge activities cost extra.

“Gabbi was our guide and she is the best guide you could have. Prepared, attentive and always ready to help you. She speaks English very well and was able to convey the love she has for her country. She accompanied us for two days describing each place with great professionalism. The tour is well organized and allows you to see wonderful places, with the right timing and well-planned transports. The places we saw lived up to expectations and should be seen by everyone. Highly Recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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2-Day Beijing Private Tour to Forbidden City, Great Wall - Tiananmen Square and the approach to the Forbidden City
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2-Day Beijing Private Tour to Forbidden City, Great Wall

14.2-Day Beijing Private Tour to Forbidden City, Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $179

Spend two private days with an English-speaking guide and driver, visiting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Beijing hutongs, Lama Temple, and Summer Palace. Rocky, Lucy, and Kevin are among the guides praised for clear explanations and helpful photos. Hotel pickup, tickets, cable car, and bottled water are included.

“Great experience with Rocky! He is a wonderful guide and very knowledgeable. He took time to explain and show us all the important landmarks.”

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2-Day Beijing Highlights Tour with Peking Duck - Day one, from Tian’anmen Square to imperial Beijing
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2-Day Beijing Highlights Tour with Peking Duck

15.2-Day Beijing Highlights Tour with Peking Duck

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 2 days · from $278

This private two-day Beijing tour pairs the city’s major sights with Peking Duck, a second Chinese lunch, private transfers, and Great Wall cable car rides. English-speaking guides such as Lucy, Susan, Sherry, and Lily have led guests through the history and daily life behind each landmark. Choose Badaling or Mutianyu and adjust the pace to fit your plans.

“The tour was amazing and the guide Sherry was great! Very friendly, knowledgeable of history and culture, and speaks good English. In this tour you can see most of Beijing highlights in just two day. But book in advance because some tickets can be sold out fast and wear comfortable shoes as you walk a lot!”

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