Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Bell and Drum Towers, and Temple of Heaven

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby at 8:30am (departure times will be adjusted according to the season.)

First off, you’ll visit the central landmark of Beijing, Tiananmen Square. China is the most populous country in the world, thousands visit the Square daily. Modern China began here.

Within the center of Tiananmen Square is a monument dedicated to the People’s Heroes, those who died during the Second World War. On the east side is the Great wall of the People; heading west is the National History Museum; and on the south is the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall.

The architectural structure of the square was established in accordance with the traditional Chinese theory of Feng Shui (BE SURE TO TAKE A PHOTO HERE.)

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - The tour guide will take you from the South Gate to the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City was once the royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties in China. It has experienced 24 emperors and represents the highest level of Chinese architecture. It is the world’s largest and most preserved building complex of the Forbidden City’s wooden structure palace.

You’ll leave the East Gate after visiting the main attractions.

Bell and Drum Towers - Your private car will then bring you to the Bell and Drum Tower which is surrounded by the Beijing Hutong area providing a window into the City’s past. For thousands of years, Beijingers have lived in the narrow alley area. In order to avoid the destruction of these traditional structures in modern cities, the government protects the area. Under the guidance of a guide, you may tour a local family’s home and witness their life.

Lunch will be arranged near the Drum Tower.

Temple of Heaven - Zhaoheng Gate (South Gate) ightarrow Circular Mound Altar ightarrow South Divine Kitchen ightarrow Echo Wall ightarrow Imperial Vault of Heaven ightarrow Three Echo Stones ightarrow Danbi Bridge ightarrow East Annex Hall ightarrow Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests ightarrow West Annex Hall ightarrow Palace of Abstinence ightarrow Divine Music Administration

Later you can tour the Pearl Market(Hongqiao Market), the most dynamic souvenir market in Beijing. Our tour guides will give you tips on how to bargain with small traders, so you can leave happily with your favorite souvenirs.

After the tour. The guide will take you back to your hotel or other desired location (around 5pm) You may also inquire about popular restaurants in the city where our driver can take you.

• Round trip cable car or chair lift and toboggan ride at Mutianyu
• Private car with experienced driver
• Complimentary lunch
• Professional English-speaking tour guide
• All entrance fees included

• Gratuities
• Dinner

For this specialized private two-day tour, walk less and save time. On the first day, visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Beijing Hutong, and Temple of Heaven. On the second day, visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, Summer Palace, and the Bird’s Nest. The cable car of Mutianyu takes you directly to the Great Wall and the dragon boat of the Summer Palace takes you to see the most beautiful Wanshou Mountain (additional break for your legs.)
Tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, a friendly English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.

• Please provide all of your passports number and name for Tickets of Forbidden City, we have to make a reservation advance, and skip the line at ticket windows.
• Forbidden City is closed every Monday. If your first day of the tour service is Monday, you will have the 2nd day itinerary on the first day

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.