Beijing Classic Full-Day Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven

Summary

Greet your knowledgeable guide at Tiananmen Square to commence your captivating sightseeing tour. Gain fascinating insight into the history of the structure from your accomplished guide, hearing of how Chairman Moa and the rise of communism links to the palace. Next, venture to the fascinating Forbidden City to absorb the powerful majesty of the complex; tour four opulent halls and hear of the palace’s turbulent yet prosperous past as you stroll.  Revitalize with a delicious lunch in a traditional restaurant then venture to the Temple of Heaven, a temple that boasts the title of China’s largest. Marvel at the exquisite example of ecclesiastical architecture then head to your final destination, a pristine palace that has been a retreat and refuge for emperors fro over 800 years.  On arrival at the Summer Palace, wander amid the botanical beauty of the surrounding grounds and explore the temples and art pieces that pepper the park. After your tour comes to a conclusion, bid farewell to your guide and continue to explore independently if you wish.

Tour info

Duration
9 hours
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Why take this tour?

See all the classic Beijing sights on a full-day sightseeing tour covering Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven. Along the way, your busy day includes relaxing scenic bus ride, Chinese style lunch, plus an unbeatable shopping experience at the Silk Store and Chinese Traditional Medicine Center. Note: The Forbidden City is not open on Monday. You will visit Jingshan Hill and Beihai Park instead.

What’s included?

  • Pick-up and drop-off services from the hotels located within 4th ring circle highway

  • If your hotel is located out of 4th Ring Circle Highway, please go to Prime Hotel to join the tour at 07:30AM. (Add: No. 2, Wangfujing Ave. Tel: +86-10-65136666)

  • Air-conditioned coach/mini van

  • English speaking tour guide

  • Chinese style lunch

  • Admission tickets

  • Entry/Admission - Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

  • Entry/Admission - Temple of Heaven

  • Entry/Admission - Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)

  • Cruise port pickup and drop off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Han Tang Tour Beijing

About operator:

Founded in 1996, Han Tang Tour is widely recognized as the largest provider of sightseeing tours and destination management services in China.

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