Intrepid Sightseeing

This Beijing food tour is packed with authentic, local experiences. Join a local guide for a real foodie experience navigating the maze of the Beijing hutongs - ancient alleys and lanes where the locals have been living for generations. Be tempted by endless local specialties like Chinese-style pancakes, donkey sandwiches, and rice wine, and explore fascinating local markets. Finish the tour with a lesson in dumpling making and a delicious dumpling dinner (say that three times fast!).

Very few places on the planet can match the ancient with the cutting edge quite like Beijing. Discover the real Beijing, both modern metropolis and ancient citadel, with this tour of the city’s art and architecture.   Pay a visit to the Lama temple to gain an insight into Buddhism  then travel the capital's main roads to glimpse its newest architectural icons.   Experience the cutting edge of China's modern art scene at the 798 Art Zone grab a traditional Chinese dinner before heading to the  spectacular 2008 Olympic Games venue to see the Watercube  lit up at night, this is an essential tour for anyone interested in discovering the real Beijing.

Discover the Great Wall of China, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a must-see during any visit to Beijing. Hike along a restored section of the wall, climbing up into the watchtowers as you soak up the spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. With a traditional lunch at a nearby village and a relaxing reflexology foot massage to sooth tired feet at the end the day, this is the ultimate Great Wall experience.

Get to know the food, culture and history of Xi’an on this tasty tour that combines the best of the present with intriguing remnants of the past. Visit a bustling morning market, learn about the special ingredients used in Chinese cuisine, sample regional delicacies and discover the powerful aura of the iconic Terracotta Warriors on this revealing Urban Adventure.

Explore some of China's lesser known but highly intriguing sites on this tour of Xian's hidden treasures. From historic gems housed within the tomb of a Han Dynasty emperor to the impressive architecture of a Taoist temple and the unique flavours of Chinese home cooking, this Urban Adventure offers insight into parts of Xi'an that are often overlooked.

Become a morning person, get active and hit the streets of Xi'an for this energetic city tour filled with history, culture, food and fun. Witness daily life in motion, find out about local legends and admire historic architecture as you cycle around the iconic city walls of Xi'an with Urban Adventures.

Uncover an ancient and unique way of life on this walking tour of Xi'an's culturally-rich Muslim Quarter. See one of China's grandest mosques, walk the atmospheric backstreets, admire Islamic-Imperial architecture and indulge in a tasty banquet of traditional fare on this informative and enriching Urban Adventure.

Ride the Shanghai metro, Dance the morning away in a local Shanghai park, Try out some traditional Tai Chi, Explore the backstreets and nongtang of Old Shanghai, Visit the former residence of one of China's most beloved writers, slurp on some soupy shanghai snacks, Wander down restored Daolun Raod; pop into antique shops, a Chinese style church and a street market; watch a film from the golden age of Shanghai cinema

Stop pounding the pavements and jump on a bike to explore the backstreets of Beijing. This is the local transportation of choice, and there’s no better way to discover the hutong laneways and many landmarks of this fascinating city. With a visit to a local market, a traditional Chinese lunch and a chance to challenge the locals to a game of mahjong, this is the best way to experience the real Beijing.

Get a local’s insight into what makes Beijing tick with this tour of the sights of the Chinese capital. Watch locals enjoy traditional activities in the Temple of Heaven Park, learn about the importance of Tiananmen Square and take a tour through the Forbidden City. With a delicious lunch of dumpling or noodles, and the chance to get a bird’s-eye view over the ancient city, this tour will give you a unique perspective of some of the city’s most famous sights.