The 8 Best Photo Sessions in China

1.Victoria Harbour Yacht Night Cruise – DREAMER：Tourguide & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 58 reviews · from $24Our pick

Cruise Victoria Harbour for about 45 minutes aboard the Dreamer yacht, timing your ride for Hong Kong’s Symphony of Lights. You’ll get beer, soft drinks, water, snacks, Wi-Fi, and help from a photography assistant. Departures leave from Central or Tsim Sha Tsui, so check your package carefully.

“Boat ride was great and fun… light show, not so much but not the operators fault. They played the orchestra music on the boat. Served Chex mix, beer and soda.”

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2.Must-Try Chinese Ancient Costume Rental& Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 1.5 - 8 hours · from $135

Meet your English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Station, choose a traditional Chinese costume, and spend about 1.5 hours on makeup and styling. Add a professional photoshoot by the Forbidden City moat, or choose the full option with an afternoon guided visit and entry ticket.

“Overall, I had nice time. Everyone should try this”

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3.Gran Canaria Full Private Photography Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews Top rated

Let Sergiu or Naty take you from Pico de las Nieves to Tejeda, Artenara, the Dragon’s Tail cliffs, and Las Salinas. This private tour for up to four includes transport, water, drinks, and all photos taken during the day. You can follow the classic route or shape it around your own interests.

“Très belle journée avec notre guide Sergiu. Il fut souple et à l’écoute de nos besoins. Paysage vraiment beau et bon repas dans un endroit pittoresque...Avons eu petit problème de facturation avec un marchand et il a tout réglé par la suitRead more”

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4.Photography Workshop and Photowalk (FIND YOUR DIRECTION)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $196

Join Hong Kong photographer Thomas Bertson for a three-hour workshop that starts with coffee and photography theory, then moves into local markets for hands-on street shooting. Beginners are welcome, and groups are limited to six. Bring a camera with manual settings and comfortable shoes.

“Thomas was great, very knowledgeable and a source of inspiration. I recommend this tour for seasonal photographers as well as newbies. On request, he will also take you to some used camera shops in HK that are off the beaten path for most tourists 📷”

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5.Beijing Traditional Hanfu Experience & Photoshoot for Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 - 4 hours

Meet your English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Station, choose a Hanfu outfit, and spend about 1.5 hours on makeup and hair. A professional photographer then leads a private shoot near the Forbidden City moat. You receive digital images, including retouched portraits, for a polished Beijing keepsake.

“This was AMAZING! One of the best experiences in our lives! Our English-speaking guide Kerol is the biggest sweatheart! The entire experience was phenomenal, we had professional hair and make-up that turned us into real Chinese dolls, then we proceeded to the photoshoot location which was great and not crowded, we had a professional photographer who helped us with the posing ideas and the photos turned out phenomenal as well! All in all, we highly recommend this experience when in Beijing!!!”

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6.Temple of Heaven Hanfu Photography with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Meet at the Temple of Heaven’s North Gate or Wanqiao Subway Station. A stylist prepares your Hanfu, hair, and makeup, then a photographer takes 30 raw and 5 retouched images at Wanshou Pavilion. English support may include Bruce, a highly praised translator.

“This activity was fun and a great overall experience. The photos turned out great! The coordination between the translator and the photographer provided by this tour ensure it is a seamless experience.”

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7.Exclusive Private Photography & Video Tour to The Forbidden City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $190

Spend about four to five hours touring the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Ren, Licia, Lisa, and Tomas are named guides associated with this experience. Your guide also takes photos and video as you explore imperial halls, courtyards, gardens, and Beijing’s best hilltop view.

“As far as tour guides go Ren was the best. His knowledge of history of the Forbidden City was fantastic and it didn’t stop there, he gave us a history lesson driving on the way there. His English was excellent, this tour far exceeded our expectations. We are tourists with limited traveling experience.”

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8.Private Jinshanling relax photo tour by sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $160

Travel privately from Beijing to Jinshanling for a sunset walk and photo session on one of the Great Wall’s quieter sections. Your guide, such as Adele or Leo, helps with Chinese history, local culture, and picture-taking. Expect 5 to 10 kilometers of walking, snacks, water, and hotel pickup.

“Excellent experience. Appreciated the fact that the area we were at was less crowded! Adele was wonderful and the trip trek up the wall was the best experience”

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