Beijing City Heritage Private Tour with Private Transfer

Overview:

Type of Tour: Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Attractions: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace.
Service: English Tour Guide, Transfer, Entrance Fees, and Lunch
Walking Level: ★★★☆☆
Meeting point: Your Hotel Lobby
Meeting time: 8:30 am
Departure: Daily (Except Monday)

Highlights:

  See all the most important heritage sites in 1 day.
  Hear entertaining stories and history from an informative guide.
  Be guided through the VIP channel to avoid the long security check and long queue for tickets.
  Delicious Lunch in a well-selected dumpling restaurant.
  Excellent English tour guide and driver only serve you.

Itinerary:

In the morning, your guide will be waiting for you in your hotel lobby at 8:30 AM.

You will start your day by visiting the Temple of Heaven, located in the southern part of Beijing. This site, one of the holiest places in China for over five centuries, was where the emperors prayed for peace and good harvests. It served as a complex of sacrificial buildings for the Ming and Qing dynasties. You’ll also have the opportunity to observe how local people exercise in the morning.

Next, you’ll visit the famous Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world. Here, you can take photos in front of the iconic portrait of Chairman Mao, which hangs on the red wall of the Heavenly Peace Gate. Your tour guide will share the history and some intriguing stories about Tiananmen Square.

Afterward, you’ll proceed through the middle gate of Tiananmen Square to see the massive red gate known as the Forbidden City, which is a highlight of your day. The Forbidden City served as the imperial palace from the Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. Situated in the heart of Beijing, it has been the Emperor’s palace for nearly five hundred years and was the center of ceremony and policy-making for Chinese authorities.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Summer Palace, located about 12 kilometers northwest of the city center. Equally famous as the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, called “Yiheyuan” in Chinese, is the best-preserved and largest imperial garden in China and a major attraction in Beijing. An optional 10-minute ferry ride on the lake is also available for those interested.

After your visit to the Summer Palace, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Tour price: (All prices published are in RMB and per person)

Discounts:
Child Discount (2 to 12 years old): 100RMB
Under 2’s: FREE

Payment: After you confirm the tour with us, no prepayment is requested, pay cash to your tour guide at the end of the tour.

Includes:
  Professional English-speaking tour guide.
  Air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver.
  Gas, toll & parking lot fees.
  Delicious lunch in a local Chinese restaurant.
  All entrance tickets to the sights listed above.

Not included:
  Personal costs.
  Breakfast and Dinner.
  Gratuity to the guide and driver.

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FAQS

What should I take with me on this tour?
You must carry your passport or a copy with you. There is always a security check near Tiananmen Square, and you may need it if you wish to visit Chairman Mao’s mausoleum.

How long is this tour? How long can I stay at each sight?
This tour lasts approximately 8 to 9 hours. It includes 1 hour at the Temple of Heaven, 2 hours at Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, and 1.5 hours at the Summer Palace. We will ensure you have ample time to see the most important sights and plenty of opportunities for photo stops. If you would like to spend more time at certain locations, please contact me for a customized tour service.

Which restaurant do you choose for lunch?
We have several restaurants on our list which are well-selected by us. You will eat like a local and not a tourist. We will choose it according to the time and your preference. It also has many vegetarian options. We make sure the restaurants are clean and delicious. If you have another choice, please feel free to let us know.

What is the tipping or gratuities policy?
Tips are always appreciated by our guides, but they are never expected. You should consider giving a tip if you feel that your guide has done an outstanding job and if you want to express your appreciation for their efforts. Typically, our clients give between 50 and 100 RMB per person.