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Beijing Classic Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
3.8
399 Ratings
Beijing
Immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of Beijing’s Forbidden City, stroll around legendary Tiananmen Square, and visit the majestic Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven on a full-day tour. Book now!
Immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of Beijing’s Forbidden City, stroll around legendary Tiananmen Square, and visit the majestic Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven on a full-day tour. Book now!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Constructed in 1415, Tiananmen Square is among the world’s largest squares, covering over 40 hectares. It serves as the main entrance to the Forbidden City and reflects the communist influences on the country.
- Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Established in 1406, the Forbidden City was the Chinese…
- Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Constructed in 1415, Tiananmen Square is among the world’s largest squares, covering over 40 hectares. It serves as the main entrance to the Forbidden City and reflects the communist influences on the country.
- Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Established in 1406, the Forbidden City was the Chinese Imperial Palace during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Spanning over 180 acres and featuring a collection of grand halls, it houses antiques and treasures that represent the entirety of China’s history.
- Temple of Heaven - Erected in 1420, the Temple of Heaven was where emperors prayed for good harvests. It is China’s largest temple and altar complex, showcasing remarkable religious architecture from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
- Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - Built in 1750 during the Qing Dynasty, the Summer Palace is the largest and best-preserved royal park. Visitors can explore its grounds, temples, and the world’s longest art gallery.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off services from hotels within 4th Ring Circle Highway
- Air-conditioned coach or mini-van transportation
- Chinese style lunch included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Admission tickets to attractions
- Assembly point at Prime Hotel for guests outside the 4th Ring (Address: No. 2, Wangfujing Ave. Tel: +86-10-65136666), time: 07:30 AM
- Pick-up and drop-off services from hotels within 4th Ring Circle Highway
- Air-conditioned coach or mini-van transportation
- Chinese style lunch included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Admission tickets to attractions
- Assembly point at Prime Hotel for guests outside the 4th Ring (Address: No. 2, Wangfujing Ave. Tel: +86-10-65136666), time: 07:30 AM
What's Not Included
- Cruise port pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
- Cruise port pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Enhance your sightseeing experience in Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most captivating sights. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of the Forbidden City; absorb the majestic charm of the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven; and stroll around the legendary Tiananmen Square. Relax during a scenic bus…
Enhance your sightseeing experience in Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most captivating sights. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of the Forbidden City; absorb the majestic charm of the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven; and stroll around the legendary Tiananmen Square. Relax during a scenic bus ride; purchase special souvenirs in the Pearl Market; and satisfy an appetite for authenticity with a traditional Chinese lunch.
•Full-day nine-hour tour of Beijing’s classic attractions: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
•Tiananmen Square
•Forbidden City Imperial Palace Museum
•Temple of Heaven
•Summer Palace
•English-speaking guide
•Pickup and drop off from the hotels located within 4th ring circle road
- Important Notice: For any bookings within 3 days prior to the tour date, you will visit Jingshan Park instead of Forbidden City if the entrance tickets of Forbidden City are fully booked.
Location
Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
West Changan Street, Dongcheng District,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.8
(399 Ratings)
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Danny_c
Oct 9, 2024
Great time touring! - I recently had the privilege of joining the Beijing Classic Full-Day Tour with stops at the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven, and I can't say enough good things about our guide, Mary. She was truly phenomenal and made the entire experience unforgettable.
From the beginning of the tour, Mary’s vast knowledge of Chinese history and culture was evident. Her explanations of each site were incredibly detailed, providing rich context that enhanced our appreciation of these iconic landmarks. Whether it was the intricate history of the **Forbidden City** or the significance of the **Temple of Heaven**, Mary made each moment come alive with her storytelling. She effortlessly transported us back in time, making every part of the tour feel meaningful.
Her organization and time management were equally impressive. Despite the packed itinerary, Mary ensured that we never felt rushed. She skillfully balanced giving us enough time to explore each location while keeping the tour on schedule. Her ability to navigate through crowds and manage logistics was seamless, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable.
What made Mary stand out even more was her warm and friendly personality. She was approachable, always willing to answer questions, and provided helpful insights about local customs and traditions. Her passion for sharing Chinese culture was contagious, and she went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt engaged and included throughout the day.
Mary’s professionalism, expertise, and genuine enthusiasm for her job made this tour one of the best I’ve ever been on. If you're planning to explore Beijing, I highly recommend booking this tour and having **Mary as your guide**—she was amazing at everything! The entire day was perfectly curated, and it’s an experience I’ll never forget.
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Gesa_e
Oct 5, 2024
Wonderful day - We had a wonderful day, our tour guide Mary showed us around and told us a lot about the places. The food was also very good (you have to pay extra if you want a drink). We also had a tea ceremony, but we were not forced to buy something.
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Marie_k
Oct 2, 2024
Amazing - We had a great time, and the tour guide Lily was excellent and so nice! Cool place’s, thanks for a great day.
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Richard_o
Sep 26, 2024
Interesting and very informative - Mr Lee spoke good English and the tour was very informative and interesting! Highly recommended to anyone who visits Beijing.
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Brad_w
Sep 22, 2024
Well organized, great guide. - Very well organized. Perfect amount of time at each stop. So relaxing not having to coordinate going to each of these on my own—would have been a giant headache. Lee was a great guide!
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Eloise_s
Sep 20, 2024
Great highlights tour - Incredible day! Such a good experience. Lee was an awesome tour guide and really flexible to suit our small groups needs. He was full of interesting stories and tidbits and took us around efficiently. Highly recommend this tour if you want to see all the main tourist sights in the city quickly in one day plus a few extra cultural stops too.
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Kristin_b
Sep 19, 2024
Wow! What a day! - It was a packed agenda, but Michael did a great job of hitting the highlights. It was a small group, which was also nice. I have stories for a lifetime!!!
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Moradeyo_a
Sep 12, 2024
Great fully packed tour of all the highlights! - This was a fully packed tour. We hit all the major spots in one day. Having the bus made it so convenient and pick was prompt. Wear your most comfy shoes. Only thing i didnt love was the "silk museum" which was just a pushy sales pitch and barely any silk history. The tea ceremony was a major highlight, short sharp and memorable. I wish we had more time at the summer palace would have been nice to have like 20mins for a boat ride (maybe remove the silk museum). Ultimately worth every penny. Christina our tour guide was good, she may need a new mic though.
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Malcolm_m
Aug 19, 2024
Excellent excellent tour with Lee - This was such a cool tour with our excellent and fun guide Lee , who gave us an in-depth t hour of some of Beijing’s most iconic places. I highly recommend this tour with Lee it is not to be missed.
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Margherita_m
Aug 26, 2024
Basic tour - Michael was a great guide. The additional visit at the silk factory and the tea ceremony was ok too, you just have to make clear that you don't want to buy anything.
Restaurant was weird though and the guide only ordered the cheapest food.
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