🏨 The Essence of Beijing’s Diversity Activity

Overview

Having grown at an exponential rate towards an ever-growing population, the skyline of modern Beijing has taken over from what used to be the capital of the Jin Dynasty.

Little of that time has remained but awe-inspiring monuments such as the Summer Palace and the Forbidden City. It is these monuments that keep Beijing bound to its rich and unsurpassable history at times when modern China continues to grow at an incredible pace. It is these contrasts that have given the Chinese capital such a dominant place in today's world. We forget the modern architecture during this full-day and purely focus on the magnificence of its historical past.

What's Included

A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.

All applicable taxes and service charges

All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.

Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.

What's Not Included

Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point

Hotel accommodation in Beijing

Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees

Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations

Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Traveler Information

CHILD: Age: 2 - 11
ADULT: Age: 12 - 80

Additional Info

Bear in mind that such paths may turn slippery / muddy after a rain shower. We suggest wearing good walking shoes, preferred closed shoes.
Customers are advised that during the Lunar Festival celebrations (celebration of Chinese New Year), excursions and tours may be subject to supplementary charges and/or may see longer waiting times than normal.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held
Part of this excursion includes walking over unpaved roads and paths. This may not suit guests with walking issues.
Please note pick-up and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside downtown Beijing. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside the Central Business District and both Beijing’s International Airports
This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
We regret to inform you that the Forbidden Palace is closed all day on Mondays and public holidays

Bear in mind that such paths may turn slippery / muddy after a rain shower. We suggest wearing good walking shoes, preferred closed shoes.
Customers are advised that during the Lunar Festival celebrations (celebration of Chinese New Year), excursions and tours may be subject to supplementary charges and/or may see longer waiting times than normal.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held
Part of this excursion includes walking over unpaved roads and paths. This may not suit guests with walking issues.
Please note pick-up and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside downtown Beijing. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside the Central Business District and both Beijing’s International Airports
This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
We regret to inform you that the Forbidden Palace is closed all day on Mondays and public holidays

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

Early morning, pick up from your centrally-located hotel, and we head straight to the world’s largest plaza – Tiananmen Square. To simply walk around this square is a great way to imagine the historical events of the 20th century that took place here. You will also see legendary landmarks including the Great Hall of the People and the towering 125-foot granite obelisk, called the Monument to the Peoples Heroes, honouring those who died in the revolution.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

Opposite this large square lies the main entrance to the Forbidden City; the inner sanctum and palace where for centuries Chinese emperors ruled their world. It has a 9000-room maze of courtyards, places, and ceremonial halls, where 24 emperors lived. As the name implies, the Forbidden City was indeed a forbidden place, where commoners were kept out for nearly 500 years in the past.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)

Lunch is included during this day, and what else but sampling some local delicacies at a local restaurant before we move on to a stunning example of Chinese architecture: the Summer Palace. Constructed in 1888, with its imperial park and right next to the Kunming Lake, it once was a summer retreat for emperors. A leisurely cruise on the lake is included, as the perfect ending to a visit to this site.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Temple of Heaven

We end the day by entering the compound of one of the most recognizable temples in Beijing. The Temple of Heaven was built in 1420 AD, specifically for the worship of heaven and prayers for good harvests during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Sprawling with green spaces, with the temple right in the heart of Tiantan Park, it is surrounded by various imperial complexes and buildings. During the day, local residents find respite from the hectic life in the capital, as well as use the grounds for activities.

We return to your hotel where you will arrive at around, depending on traffic.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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