Lei Li
Certified Master Tour Guide
Lei Li, a Beijing-based Certified Master Tour Guide, specializes in North China itineraries covering the Forbidden City, Great Wall, and Temple of Heaven.
Lei Li is a Beijing-based Certified Master Tour Guide with over 12 years of hands-on experience leading small groups and private tours across North China. Born and raised in Beijing, he holds a degree in Chinese History from Capital Normal University and is fully licensed by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. His deep-rooted connection to the region’s imperial past—from the Forbidden City to the Summer Palace—shapes every tour he designs.
Lei specializes in curated itineraries such as the "Beijing 3-Day Imperial Highlights" and "North China 7-Day Historical Deep Dive," covering hidden gems like the Eastern Qing Tombs and the lesser-known sections of the Great Wall at Jiankou. He is also the go-to guide for the "Temple of Heaven Morning Rituals" walking tour and the "Summer Palace Afternoon Escape." Fluent in English and Mandarin, Lei provides authentic, story-rich commentary that brings centuries of Chinese history to life—without the clichés.
Articles by Lei Li (10)
- Best time to visit The Forbidden City: Avoid crowds and heat Jul 2026
- China Travel SIM Card Unlimited Data: Stop Overpaying for Roaming Jul 2026
- Activate eSIM in China: Easy Steps for Travelers Jul 2026
- What Cannot Be Brought into China: Avoid Confiscation & Fines at Customs Jul 2026
- How to Get Cash in China: Avoid 5 Common Tourist Mistakes Jul 2026
- How Long to Spend at Summer Palace: Don't Waste Your Day Jul 2026
- Badaling Great Wall Cable Car: Skip the Queue, Enjoy the View Jul 2026
- Mutianyu Great Wall Opening Hours: Beat the Crowds & Save Time Jul 2026
- China Travel Restrictions 2026: What Tourists Must Know Now Jul 2026
- How to Check In to a Hotel in China as a Foreigner: Avoid These Mistakes Jul 2026