81 reviews of Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

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4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Carla S, February 2011

Fantastic sights, not to be missed when going to Beijing. We were only 3 people on this trip in a bus for about 20, so that part was comfortable. The guide (Jacky) gave us a lot of historical information but spoke English with a very strong accent so it was not always easy to understand him fully. He had the good idea to visit the wall in the afternoon so there were not many too people. Unfortuanately it was a very cloudy day so the views were very limited.The entire day was great up until the end where the driver wanted to drop me somewhere 10 minutes walking from the hotel which I refused because I did not have a clue were I was. This made him really p....d off so he drove like a madman for the rest of the way complaining loudly in Chinese to the guide. This was extremely rude and uncomfortable for me.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by LISA M, December 2010

Very informative guide, would recommend.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Margaret M, November 2010

This was a good and very efficient tou. Covered the top attractions in Beijing in about 8 hours door to door (pickup at 7:00, drop off at 3:00). I went on a slow day (Monday), so it was just me and another couple but we had a great time regardless. Our tour guide spoke English well, and was knowledgeable about each site. Like other reviewers, I believe he probably worked on commission to some of the stops (ie. the Jade Factor and Silk Factory) but he wasn't pushy at all in terms of trying to get us to purchase souvenirs. It was interesting to see how Jade and Silk are made and a nice break from some of the outdoor stops (since it was cold outside), but when it came to the gallery, I kind of wanted to just skip out, instead of looking through a large section of overpriced knickknacks. Lunch was at the cafe at the Jade or Silk factory (can't remember) and was just okay. Overall, I would recommend it for someone who wants to see some sites in Beijing but doesn't have a lot of time.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by MARIE JOSE B, November 2010

The place we have lunch was very very bad, dirty but the trip was interesting and full

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Steven C, USA, October 2010

This was a fabulous tour. Thomas was an excellent guide. Only problem was that the driver dropped us off on the side of the road across the street from our hotel!

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Senthil N, September 2010

I had a good experience and our guide was most helpful.Definetly worth it!

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by MICHAEL W, USA, April 2010

Tour was very interesting. Pickup was on time, though signage at a designated area of hotel would be an improvement. Coach ride was comfortable and driver was prompt and very knowledgeable of surrounding areas. Once at the site, there was an opportunity to buy food. Audio devices give a good personal historical account without the need to listen to a guide or follow a group. Plenty of time for picture taking. Just be sure to be back at the bus at the correct time for departure, and you'll have a great time.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Anonymous, October 2009

The sites were very enjoyable, but the tour guide was average, as she seemed a bit bored! Regardless, the sites were amazing and the price was reasonable as well.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Anonymous, June 2008

Yes I recommend your Beijing tour. Good experience to see the city with the help of a local who explains the history and culture of China.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Shirley M, USA, May 2008

This was a great trip. It was very informational and not too long. At the Forbidden City I could almost hear the ancient music playing and people walking around. It was great.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by VECKEMAN B, November 2007

Great.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Anonymous, August 2006

This tour was very good.

3 star rating: Worth doing

Reviewed by zachary.ciperski, January 2013

Forbidden City and Tienanmen are a must and wroth the visit. The jade factory is a tourist trap stop, and its cool to see the great wall, but be prepared it's not that great in Badaling.

3 star rating: Worth doing

Reviewed by Maria Potamitis, September 2012

Our tour guide was good but she could be better. Driver was good. It was raining a lot that day but she was understanding.

3 star rating: Worth doing

Reviewed by Nancy V, September 2012

Too long. We should have done the Great wall on a separate day. Jackie Li needs to brush up on his English. At times he was very hard to understand. It was an enlightening experience. Taxi rides are dangerous and NO-Body speaks English. Be prepared.

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