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 Pearl Market.

Highlights

  • Full-day nine-hour tour of Beijing's classic attractions: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
  • Tiananmen Square's monuments and halls
  • Forbidden City Imperial Palace Museum
  • Temple of Heaven holy temple
  • Summer Palace grounds and art gallery
  • English-speaking guide
  • Pickup and drop off from city-centre Beijing hotels

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Your full-day tour starts at Tiananmen Square to explore China's more recent history, influenced by Chairman Mao and the rise of communism. From there it's on to the Forbidden City, built by Emperor Yong Le during the Ming Dynasty, and the seat of power for centuries. It has seen countless battles and reconstruction, and the architecture seen today dates from the 1700s. The Forbidden City is also known as the Imperial Palace Museum, with the history of every dynasty represented in four palatial halls.

After a delicious lunch, it's on to the Temple of Heaven, China's largest temple and altar complex. This extraordinary example of religious architecture dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Your final destination is the Summer Palace, the retreat of emperors for 800 years. One of Beijing's finest parks surrounds the palace, and you'll be able to explore the grounds, temples and the world's longest art gallery.

Book before March 31st, 2013, and save 17% on the recommended retail price!

Schedule Details

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

Classic Beijing - Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven

Departs:

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Departure Point:

Tour departs from most Beijing city hotels

Departure Time:

  • 7.30am

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Duration:

9 hours (approx.)

Return details:

Tour returns to the original departure point

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Additional Information

Inclusions:
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
    • Air-conditioned coach/mini van
    • English speaking guide
    • All admission tickets
    • Chinese style lunch
Exclusions:
  • Cruise port pickup and drop off
  • Gratuities (optional)
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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Tremendous..would do it again without hesistation.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

A very full day and the guide was exceptional. Lunch was fantastic good and plenty of it.  ...  Read more ›

 

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