Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comClassic Beijing - Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven
based on See all the classic Beijing sights on a full-day sightseeing tour covering Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the SummerPalace and Temple of Heaven. Along the way, your busy day includes relaxing scenic bus rides plus an unbeatable shopping experience at the Pearl Market.
Your full-day tour starts at Tian'anmen 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.
Summer Palace
Hotel pick up is available from your Beijing hotel. Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking. You MUST call the supplier at least 24 hours prior to tour commencement to reconfirm all tour and departure details. If the supplier does not pickup from your hotel, they will advise you of the meeting point when you call.
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- Hotel Pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned coach/mini van
- Transportation tax
- Parking fees
- English speaking guide
- All admission tickets
- Lunch
- Cruise Port pick up is not available
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
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- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- Cruise Port pick up is not available
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