Lei Li

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.

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