• Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Important: This tour must be booked 8 days in advance to ensure Forbidden City tickets are available. Your friendly private tour guide will meet you in your hotel lobby and transfer you to Tiananmen Square, the largest city plaza in the world. Learn about the revolutionary period of history as you stroll through Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang). Admire the Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang), the National Museum of China, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniangtang), the Monument of the People’s Heroes, and the Gate of Heavenly Peace (Tian’an Men).

• Tian’anmen - The independent gate where, on October 1, 1949, Chairman Mao declared the independence of New China.

• Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Visit the 600-year-old Forbidden City, the largest imperial palace in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It served as the royal palace for 24 emperors from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Enjoy the Hall of Great Supremacy (Taihe Dian), Hall of Middle Harmony (Zhonghe Dian), Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian), Palace of Heavenly Purity, Chuxiu Palace, Turret of The Palace Museum, The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum, and Meridian Gate (Wumen). Watch the movie “The Last Emperor” before you head to Beijing. Spend several hours here, listening to countless old stories from your tour guide and exploring the palace at your own pace.

• The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum - Savor a delightful noodle lunch at the Forbidden City, then visit the Imperial Garden. In the spring, the garden is beautiful with blooming peonies, pine trees, pagodas, and natural limestone sculptures.

• Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan) - Enjoy a 15-minute hike up Jingshan Park and soak up the breathtaking view of the entire Forbidden City and Beijing city.

• Back Lakes (Hou Hai) - Visit the Back Lakes, where local Beijingers live. The Hutong dates back to the Yuan Dynasty with over 700 years of history. Stroll along the Back Lakes (Houhai), Hou Lake, Yandai Xie Street, Yinding Bridge, Beigongfang Hutong, and Shichahai Scenic Resort to experience local life, culture, and history. It is the true gem of Beijing.

• Yandai Xie Street - Beijing’s oldest commercial street, lined with traditional-style stone buildings that house charming souvenir and handicraft shops. At the end of the tour, your tour guide will transfer you back to your hotel.

• Entrance Fees
• Lunch
• Private Tour
• Taxi fare within 4th Ring Road
• Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
• Tour must be booked 8 days before travel date

• Gratuities
• Taxi fare at your own expense (Outside of 4th Ring Road)
• Any other expenses that not listed as included

Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time this Full Day Beijing Highlight tour. Discover the symbolic heart of China at Tiananmen Square and venture inside the Forbidden City. then climb Jingshan Park and Enjoy a bird view of of Forbidden City- Stroll through the historical Alleys Hutong. Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of each of these iconic landmarks.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• 10,000-20,000steps is involved (30floor)
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes

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