• Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - A local tour guide will collect you from your hotel in downtown Beijing to embark on an incredible excursion in the capital city. The first stop is Tiananmen Square, where you’ll spend about 30 minutes admiring the iconic structures. Next, you’ll enter the Forbidden City, dedicating approximately 2 hours to marvel at this extraordinary complex. As the imperial palace for over 500 years during the Ming and Qing dynasties, this world-renowned cultural heritage site is a must-see. Accompanied by your guide, you’ll gain insights into the royal lifestyle of the past.

Alternative Options on Monday: 1. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Forbidden City from Jingshan Park and experience a Hutong Tour by Rickshaw; 2. Discover the royal Summer Palace and enjoy a boat ride on Kunming Lake; 3. Visit the Temple of Heaven and explore the Hongqiao Pearl Market; 4. Stroll through the 798 Art Zone. You can select any of these options and inform us when booking.

• Tianjin International Cruise Port - After savoring a delightful lunch at a carefully chosen restaurant, you’ll depart from Beijing to catch your cruise. Tianjin International Cruise Port is located 180 km from Beijing, requiring approximately 3.5 hours of travel. A high-quality vehicle and experienced driver will ensure a comfortable private transfer to Tianjin International Cruise Port before 5:00 pm.

• Private transportation
• Tianjin Cruise Port drop-off
• Lunch in local restaurant
• Beijing downtown hotel pickup
• English-speaking guide
• Entrance ticket fees

• Gratuities

This tour offers a customized journey for travellers heading from Beijing to board their cruise ship at Tianjin Cruise Port. On this itinerary, you’ll explore top landmarks of Beijing city including Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City in the morning, guided by a well-informed local (alternative sites are available on Mondays due to Forbidden City being closed). Also included is a tasty lunch at a hand-picked local restaurant and a hassle-free private transfer to Tianjin Cruise Port, facilitated by a skilled driver. The tour combines morning sightseeing of Beijing’s renowned attractions and a one-way transfer from Beijing to Tianjin Cruise Port.

Take a guided morning tour of Beijing’s highlights
Savour a delightful Chinese lunch at a chosen restaurant
Relax in the comfort of a private transfer from Beijing to Tianjin
Arrive at Tianjin Cruise Port in the late afternoon
Designed specifically for travellers heading to board their cruise ship

• The duration of transfer is approximate and will depend on the traffic condition
• Pickup from your Beijing Downtown Hotel within the 3rd ring road, please provide your hotel information while booking
• Drop-off at Tianjin International Cruise Port (Xingang), please provide your cruise information while booking

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