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April Z.
Having lived in Beijing for two decades, I've witnessed firsthand its most incredible transformation. As a former videographer, I spent years capturing Beijing's stories through the lens. Now as a guide, I've become a storyteller, sharing all the hidden bits tucked away in corners that you'd never find in any guidebook.
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Jacky G.
Hello! I'm Jacky GONG (贡文), a licensed bilingual (English/Chinese) private guide in Hangzhou and an **Official Docent at the Zhejiang Provincial Museum** — a credential held by very few guides in the city. After 15 years as an IT engineer, I became a full-time guide, and I've now hosted 500+ travelers from more than 13 countries. I specialize in deeply customized cultural experiences: decoding the hidden stories of the Southern Song Dynasty, exploring ancient temples like Lingyin, and weaving classical Chinese poetry into the landscape of West Lake. I'm also a passionate hiker with 15 years on Hangzhou's mountain trails. I guide guests away from the crowds to hidden gems — from pristine tea plantations in Longjing to off-the-beaten-path routes in the Western Hills. As a 240-hour visa-free transit specialist, I handle airport pickup and the logistics, so your day runs seamlessly. Every tour includes private transportation in a spacious, premium SUV, tailored 100% to your pace and interests. Let's skip the tourist traps and create an unforgettable, authentic Hangzhou journey together. Welcome to my hometown!
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Moon Z.
Hi there! I’m Moon, your go-to Shanghai insider. With a background in tourism management and years of professional guiding, I don't just show you landmarks—I bring them to life. If you want to skip the dry textbook scripts and dive into Shanghai’s hidden histories, fascinating urban legends, and the juicy anecdotes behind the Bund and the French Concession, you’re in the right place! Let’s explore the secrets of this city together, one story at a time. Ready to see Shanghai through a local expert's eyes?
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Changchun T.
As a freelance and LICENSED tourguide based in Chongqing, I could offer guidance and translation for tourists and people on business trips or personal journey. Private tour is more flexible with time and itinerary, and goes without overheads (budget tour). I am proficient in English and Cantonese speaking, and Spanish (if you don't speak too fast). I am passionate about Chinese sociocultural progress and background, and expect to have an intercultural journey with you!
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Jianxiong L.
I am a licensed English‑speaking tour guide with over 6 years of practical experience in Guilin, Yangshuo and the Longji Rice Terraces. I offer private custom‑tailored tours and work as both driver and guide with a 5‑seat vehicle. Travel plans can be fully adjusted according to each visitor’s interests and travel pace. Larger‑size transport with separate driver and guide is also available upon request. I enjoy showing guests the stunning karst scenery, local villages and authentic culture of this region, creating relaxed and memorable travel experiences for international visitors.
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Leechee W.
I will customize a private itinerary according to your needs! I will try my best to take the fast track at regular tourist attractions to avoid long queues. The best photo location for scenic area guidance. I can talk about the history and folk stories of scenic spots, cultural customs, fine wine and food, celebrity gossip, and international hot topics. Besides, I am a skilled photographer and I guarantee to take the most beautiful photos for you.
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Xuan X.
Are you searching for a guide who is passionate about local history and culture, can help you avoid large tourist crowds, curates varied genuine experiences beyond routine sightseeing, and carries a warm, humorous personality? Look no further—that’s exactly me. I previously worked as a Financial Reporting Manager at a US-listed firm, and shifted careers after the company went private to follow my true passion: acting as a cultural bridge connecting China and international visitors. I prepare detailed visual aids including topographic maps, historical timelines, illustrated charts and short videos, to make China’s long, splendid history easy for you to grasp. Besides quiet hidden routes inside mainstream landmark spots, I also know plenty of off-the-beaten-path hidden gems outside these crowded tourist zones, letting you enjoy a fully relaxed, crowd-free travel atmosphere far away from swarms of tourists. Simple sightseeing is never enough for my tours. I have stable local partnerships for authentic cultural activities: intangible heritage craft workshops, Chinese cooking classes, wet market visits and immersive local life experiences. I treat every guest like my personal friend, customizing every itinerary fully based on your personal hobbies and travel pace. I won’t merely show you famous landmarks — I’ll help you truly experience authentic Chinese culture.
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Cindy W.
I’m Cindy, a native Shanghainese with 13 years of professional experience in the travel industry. Outgoing and friendly, I speak fluent English and love travelling around the world myself. Over the years, I have served more than 7,000 travelers from Europe, the United States and other Western countries. I specialize in unique cultural small-group tours, and I also provide comprehensive itinerary planning services for guests travelling to China on business trips. I am far more than just a tour guide — I lead my own dedicated small team. No matter where you plan to visit in China, we are able to tailor a perfect itinerary fully based on your personal preferences. I am a huge food lover and enjoy exploring hidden local eateries in Shanghai and surrounding cities. Travelling with me, you will get to taste authentic local delicacies unknown to most tourists. Besides, I am passionate about history. If you are also a history enthusiast, I am delighted to share countless fascinating lesser-known stories from Chinese history along the way. I am someone who appreciates the finer things in life. I have extensive knowledge of luxury hotels, trendy restaurants and bars across Shanghai and nearby regions, so I can seamlessly arrange premium leisure experiences tailored for you. Thanks to my overseas background, I fully understand international travelers’ expectations, and strive to deliver completely hassle-free travel experiences for every guest. I have established long-term partnerships as an official supplier for major global travel platforms including Tripadvisor, Viator and Expedia. In the past 13 years, I have consistently delivered outstanding service and received great feedback from all my clients.
Popular China Private Tours
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Beijing Walking Tour: The Central Axis, Hidden Gardens in Hutongs, and a Taste of Mahjong
Trust me, there is no better way to fall in love with Beijing than WALKING! Especially along its Central Axis—the spine that reshaped the city over 800 years ago. This tour can be your layover trip, opening a door to this vast country in just a few hours. Or it can fill the gaps between tourist sights. From cityscapes to nature, daily life, history, and best of all, the famously entertaining—Mahjong! The details will create memories far more unforgettable than any AI could ever generate!
Beijing Walking Tour: The Central Axis, Hidden Gardens in Hutongs, and a Taste of Mahjong
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Shanghai’s Highlights: From Nanjing Road to the Bund & Suzhou Creek
Experience the ultimate Shanghai contrast on this walking tour. We will journey from the vibrant, neon-lit energy of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street to the historic grandeur of the Bund—often called the "Museum of International Buildings"—before wandering along the tranquil, scenic banks of Suzhou Creek. (I could adjust the tour according to your interests and your time)
Shanghai’s Highlights: From Nanjing Road to the Bund & Suzhou Creek
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Sidetrack off beaten path of Chongqing local life and vibe with a local friend in public transport
Beside from being known for monorail and lighted up village that are full of tourists, Chongqing is a city for city explorers and foodies. As an inland third-tier city, it preserves the contrast between 1980s slums and futuristic high-rises which is of interests to westerners; it also preserves more dramatic city topography where locals call home. This tour will lead you away from touristy spots, and through the local and mind-blowing contrast that you can use as food for thought.
Sidetrack off beaten path of Chongqing local life and vibe with a local friend in public transport
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West Lake Legends Walking Tour
You don’t need to walk around the entire West Lake to discover its best stories. This relaxed tour introduces first-time visitors to Hangzhou. Through the legend of the White Snake and stories of poets and emperors. At Gushan, choose between a museum visit or a walk through Zhongshan Park, with gardens, lake views, and a chance to spot local birds. We’ll follow your interests and enjoy the lake at an easy pace.
West Lake Legends Walking Tour
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Discover Historic Nanjing: Private Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train
This 12-hour customizable Nanjing tour offers premium service. Your guide will pre-book bullet train tickets (tickets excluded; choose your seat class) and pick you up at your hotel lobby for a hassle-free trip. Visit the Porcelain Tower and Ruins of the Temple of Gratitude, Laomendong with ancient city walls, and Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum. Have authentic lunch at an old restaurant.
Discover Historic Nanjing: Private Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train
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3-Hour Private Tour: Jewish Refugee Culture in Shanghai
Take this private tour to visit Shanghai’s Jewish Refugees Museum and learn about local Jewish culture and history. Meet your guide at your hotel. First, explore the Bund and admire its unique architecture. Then travel to Hongkou District, also known as the Shanghai Ghetto. Visit the Jewish Refugees Museum and wander the back lanes once inhabited by Jewish refugees.
3-Hour Private Tour: Jewish Refugee Culture in Shanghai
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Discover Shanghai Old Town & Try Local Street Food
A three-hour immersion into the city's vanishing old town. Trace the remnants of the Old City Wall, pay respects at a 700-year-old Confucius temple, and stand before the last surviving shantytown — a vanishing chapter of Shanghai life. The route is punctuated by tastings of the neighbourhood's most loved street foods, from egg pancakes and sticky rice rolls to wonton soup and pan-fried dumplings.
Discover Shanghai Old Town & Try Local Street Food
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Shenzhen Tech Tour — Nanshan Innovation Experience
Shenzhen's Nanshan District is where China's tech ambitions come to life. On this private tour, you'll ride in a self-driving Robotaxi, watch a drone drop your coffee from the sky, explore cutting-edge innovations, and print your own 3D souvenir to take home — all capped off with a sunset stroll along Shenzhen Bay and its stunning skyline. No group. No rush. Just a local expert guiding you through the technologies shaping tomorrow.
Shenzhen Tech Tour — Nanshan Innovation Experience
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Popular China Private Cars
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Hangzhou Heritage Walk: TCM, West Lake & Local Life — by Jacky GONG, Official Museum Docent
Join me for an unforgettable Hangzhou adventure where culture comes alive. As an official docent at Zhejiang Provincial Museum with 15 years of local experience, I'll guide you through sacred Buddhist temples, traditional tea plantations, and ancient healing practices. My unique background in both engineering and cultural studies means you'll gain fresh, multidisciplinary perspectives on Hangzhou's heritage. This is personalized cultural storytelling at its finest.
Hangzhou Heritage Walk: TCM, West Lake & Local Life — by Jacky GONG, Official Museum Docent
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Comfort Day Tour | Temple, Longjing Lunch & West Lake Boat (Private Car)
This is a slow and comfortable 8-hour private car tour through some of Hangzhou’s most peaceful places. I’ll drive you between each stop and take care of the timing, lunch or afternoon tea stop, and West Lake boat ticket, so the day feels easy from start to finish. We’ll visit a quiet temple, spend unhurried time in Longjing Village, and see West Lake from a comfortable sightseeing boat. It’s a good fit for couples, families, or small groups who prefer a relaxed private day.
Comfort Day Tour | Temple, Longjing Lunch & West Lake Boat (Private Car)
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Shop Like an Insider at Hangzhou's Mega Wholesale Markets (with Car)
Get ready for the ultimate insider shopping experience in Hangzhou! If you want to skip the overpriced souvenir shops and experience where fashion retailers actually source their goods, this tour is for you. We are diving deep into the heart of China’s massive wholesale culture. Don't worry about the language barrier! I will be your personal bargaining specialist, ensuring you get the genuine local price.
Shop Like an Insider at Hangzhou's Mega Wholesale Markets (with Car)
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Discover Xiangyang 1-Day Cultural Tour: Three Kingdoms & Tang Dynasty Odyssey
Xiangyang is a historic city in Hubei famous for its Three Kingdoms culture and ancient architecture. Gulongzhong Scenic Area is one of the 5A scenic spot of China, known for the story of Zhuge Liang and Liu Bei’s “Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage.” Xiangyang Ancient City features well-preserved walls and beautiful Han River scenery, while Tang City pairs grand Tang Dynasty architecture with a truly spectacular, neon-lit nightlife experience.
Discover Xiangyang 1-Day Cultural Tour: Three Kingdoms & Tang Dynasty Odyssey
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China Tour Reviews
Walter F.
“The perfect assistant”
She was the perfect tour guide. Flexible, lovable, open to all wishes. She explained to me how society works in Shenzhen and showed me everything that interested me.
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Miaomiao W.
Thank you so much Walter. I really enjoyed showing you around Shenzhen. I also had a wonderful time. We shared lots of jokes and our tour was full‑of laughter. Hope we can meet again soon and explore more of Shenzhen.Best regards, Miaomiao
Fernanda C.
“imersão na cultura chinesa”
O passeio foi ótimo. A guia foi pontual, explicou muito sobre a cidade proibida, nos ajudou com dica de restaurante, nos ensinou mais sobre a China e sua cultura.
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Clare Z.
Dear Fernanda, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! I’m delighted you enjoyed our tour. It was a pleasure showing you around. All the best to you! Clare
Marie W.
“She was great”
Isa was amazingly helpful during my trip to CQ. I had a lot of specific requests for traditional photoshooting and the IG trendy ones with bike and rooftop and we had only limited time to arrange them. She arranged everything so efficiently and quick and booked, made deposits so it was a perfect and seamless experience. She has such a positive and fun personality which made the whole days fun and easy.
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