Top Beijing Day Trips - page 4

We had an enjoyable trip to the Great Wall. John did a great job as a guide. He provided an interesting history about the Great Wall on the bus ride and provided sound advice on navigating the Wall. The entire trip was well organized and worry-free. The wall itself was strenuous but lived up to the hype and a must-see for any tourist visiting Beijing. The wall had breathtaking views and was overall an amazing experience.

The title says it all. Our tour guide, Helen, was one of the sweetest people I met in China. Not only was she incredibly well-informed about every site we visited, but she also made sure we were able to see everything while avoiding the crowds whenever possible. She always ensured everyone had the opportunity to ask questions, answered them thoroughly, and made sure no one was left behind. The day our tour group was scheduled to visit Tiananmen Square, it was unexpectedly closed due to a government event. As a result, we had to change our itinerary and head to the Great Wall of China immediately after visiting the Forbidden City. Helen took this completely in stride. She guided us through the Forbidden City, providing detailed historical information and cultural context, while simultaneously working behind the scenes to solve the problem. She was able to arrange for members of our group to visit Tiananmen Square the following day. A few of us explained that we were leaving the next day and wouldn’t be able to make the scheduled visit to Tiananmen Square. We asked if it would be possible to go after returning from the Great Wall. Helen graciously explained that our tickets were for the morning and that it was unlikely we would be able to get into the square later in the day. Even so, she told us she would still try. After dropping off the rest of the tour group, Helen went out of her way to take us to Tiananmen Square. Thanks to her persistence and determination, a few of us were able to get in that same day. Throughout the entire process, it was clear Helen is the best!!

The tour was fantastic, and Keith was very welcoming and an excellent tour guide. Thanks to this trip, we avoided the crowds and were almost completely alone at the Great Wall. Just a few hours later, it became extremely crowded, so the early start was definitely worth it. We stopped at a restaurant for lunch, and the food was delicious. The entire trip was comfortable, well organized, and luxurious. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a more peaceful and enjoyable Great Wall experience. One small suggestion for improvement would be to include more information about China, its history, and the Great Wall during the drive. A short 5–10 minute video or presentation would add valuable context and make the experience even better.