China · 1-DAY TOURS
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These are the 15 best 1-day tours in China right now, with what each one costs, how long it runs and which city it starts from. Number one is at the top for a reason.
Suzhou gardens and Zhouzhuang canals in one full-day trip from Shanghai, with hotel pickup, included tickets, lunch, and a boat ride.
“The guide was totally awesome with great knowledge, personality, and excellent English. I would like less time at silk factory and more at river village. Maybe skip silk factory”
Private Suzhou day trip from Shanghai with hotel pickup and optional bullet train, gardens, canals, and a flexible all-inclusive upgrade.
“Suzhou City is a gem of a place less than a hour on the bullet train from Shanghai. Our guide Annie was terrific and guided us from pick up at our hotel, through the busy, bustling train station, pick up with another driver to the a boat ride on the canal, gardens, delicious lunch, city walls and a park then back to the train and Shanghai. Annie is not only knowledgeable but truly intellectually curious. She didn’t give stock answers to questions but listened to your questions and ask questions herself. Excellent day tour from Shanghai.”
Private guided Suzhou day trip from Shanghai by bullet train, with hotel pickup, UNESCO gardens, canal boat ride, rickshaw, and lunch.
“We wanted to visit Suzhou while staying in Shanghai, and this tour seemed like the perfect option since we were short on time. Alana from the agency was very communicative from the beginning and provided clear information right away. We met our guide, Berlin, at 9:00am sharp at our hotel lobby and started our trip. Everything was perfectly and smoothly organised, from the transfer to the station, to the high-speed train to Suzhou, and all the transportation in the city and back. Berlin was very friendly and professional, and her English level was excellent. Her explanations were informative and engaging, which made the visit very enjoyable. We would surely recommend…”
Private Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace day trip with hotel pickup, lunch, and included tickets, plus flexible weather plans.
“We had an amazing trip with our guide. She was very knowledgeable with the areas and we got wonderful photos and memories to last! We enjoyed the tour so much we ended up booking a second day for the city afterwards. Would recommend again.”
Private 8-hour Shanghai tour with a German-speaking guide, smooth hotel pickup, and flexible stops from the Bund to Pudong.
Shanghai to the Southern Great Wall by bullet train, with a guided walk in Linhai, local food on Ziyang Old Street, and smooth logistics.
“A well-organized one-day trip to the Great Wall. I had a great time. I was alone with a friendly and knowledgeable guide, which was a nice surprise. All transport and tickets were arranged smoothly, and the lunch was tasty. The Great Wall is very well preserved and truly a dream come true to see in person. A lovely escape from the busy, metropolitan Shanghai. I recommend it.”
Private Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with an English guide, Chinese buffet lunch, and West Street time, plus hotel pickup.
“1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat & Night Show This tour was truly amazing, made even more special by our excellent English-speaking guide, Mr. Jeff. He is caring, attentive, and took very good care of us Read more”
Bullet-train day trip to Suzhou: Humble Administrator's Garden, Pingjiang Road rickshaw ride, Panmen Gate, canal boat, and Shantang Street.
“We recently took a private tour in Suzhou with our guide Berlin, and it was an absolute delight! Berlin's knowledge and enthusiasm about the city's history and culture were infectious, and she went above and beyond to accommodate our last-minute requests. The tour was expertly organized, from picking us up at our hotel to arranging bullet train tickets and local transportation. We enjoyed a scenic boat ride, visited iconic monuments, and savored a delicious local lunch. Berlin's professionalism and warm hospitality made our trip truly unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an immersive and stress-free experience in Suzhou!”
Shanghai to Linhai by bullet train for the Southern Great Wall, Donghu Garden, and Ziyang Old Street, with pickup and lunch.
“I want start by saying our tour guide was amazing. Polite, respectful and informative. The whole time making sure if we were comfortable or if we needed anything. We did the Great Wall tour and the spots for the perfect pictures were amazing. I highly recommend this tour”
Private 8-hour Beijing day tour with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and a custom route covering top sights and Great Wall options.
“I found this tour worked very well for our family group of 4. We wanted flexibility as we didn't know what we might feel like doing when I booked ahead. I liked the sound of paying as you go for costs, and many reviewers mentioned they thought they saved money that way. I would agree having seen the cost of lots of day tours. So, how did it work? Having booked on Viator, I actually did phone through to China to make sure I had reached a 'real person. I had. That person was Wendy Z. of Han Tang Tours. She was also easily reachable via email. I requested the…”
Full-day Hangzhou from Shanghai with West Lake cruise, Six Harmonies Pagoda, and a tea-ceremony stop, with hotel pickup and lunch.
“Our tour guide Frank made some conversation but al preoccupied on his phone. Hangzhou is beautiful but your very rushed. Appears they want to get home quick. Tea plantation amazing but more sales pitch no time to walk the tea terraces they want you to buy. Lunch less than average.do tour on your own”
Private day trip to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs with hotel pickup, lunch, and a choice of Sacred Way, Changling or Dingling.
“Nice private tour! Our guide, Kelly, was very knowledgeable, professional, and patient with our photography needs.”
Private Beijing day trip with hotel pickup, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall, with guide and tickets included.
“Jerry our guide was very enthusiastic despite the bad weather. He taught us a lot about the whole history of Beijing. The Chinese architecture is fascinating. A good guide is a must have if you really want to enjoy the tour. At the end of the day, a great tour to have an overall look of what Beijing has to offer!”
Private 1-day Zhangjiajie tour to Avatar Mountain and the Glass Bridge, with guide, elevator views, park tickets, and hotel pickup.
“So well organised from the moment I made the booking. Great communication for our pick up. Fiona was our guide who was truly amazing and very knowledgeable. Made all the difference to our adventure due to Fiona knowing exactly how everything worked with our tickets. And great to have her to help us choose food. What a wonderful experience just loved it.”
Private Hangzhou day trip from Shanghai by bullet train, with West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Fei Lai Peak, Longjing tea fields, and Hefang Street.
“Really great trip with lots of beautiful places to visit and the lunch was delicious. Highly recommended!”
