Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall Tour

4.6
(41 reviews)
Beijing, China

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This group tour covers China’s most import landmarks, Tian’anmen Square, The Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall. Starting from Tian’anmen Square, the political center of China, you will pass the sacred buildings, such as the Chairman Mao’s Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of People and etc. Walking across the underpass of Chang’an Street, you will enter the Forbidden City, the world’s largest imperial palace listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel in the palace on the original brick floor, you can admire the majestical architectures and ancient Chinese culture relics. Mutianyu Great Wall is an perfect ending of the day trip. It is more scenic with lush plants and less crowded comparing to Badaling Section. it is highly recommended for someone who wants to see the more original look of Great Wall.

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Chinese style Lunch at local restaurant
Hotel transfer: within East and West Third Ring Road, North Fourth Ring Road, South Second Ring Road
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance tickets
Gratuities
Fee of cable car：RMB100 (single way); RMB120 (return)
Other personal expense
Shuttle bus fee：RMB15

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer complimentary pick up service from your hotel located within East and West Third Ring Road, North Fourth Ring Road, South Second Ring Road.

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Meeting point
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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

    Pick up at your hotel between 7:00am and 7:30am.This tour starts at northern part of Tian'anmen Square. Seeing the Tian’anmen Rostrum, it is the symbol of new China. You could see two pairs of 600 years old stone lions, the ornamental columns, the outer golden water bridge and so on. Besides, having chance to view all constructions from distance. Such as the National Flag Pole, the Monument to the People's Hero, the Chairman Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of People, and the National Museum.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

    Then proceed to the Forbidden City, the largest and best-preserved ancient imperial palaces group with 500 years history in the world. Visit the Forbidden City along the central axis from south to north for 2 hours. After visiting the Forbidden City, shopping at a Jade Carving Factory for 45 minutes.The jade carving is very famous special local product, it was not only the excellent skill on carving, but also mixes many Chinese traditional cultures in the jade carving.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Mutianyu Great Wall

    After lunch, visiting Mutianyu Great Wall about 2 hours. Mutianyu Great Wall is known for its beautiful surroundings - dense woods and rich pastures changing colors with the seasons of a year. If you want to reach the highest point, cable car is a good choice (optional). Finally, you are returned to the downtown and will have a chance to enjoy the Chinese traditional medicine culture for around 40-50 minutes (a foot massage experience is included). Finishing the tour and transferred back to hotels around 5:00pm--6:00pm.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Cable car is optional and on customers' personal expense
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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