Forbidden City and Summer Palace Private Day Tour

Beijing, China

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city's highlights on this door-to-door private tour. Check off three of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace—and stroll through historic hutong alleys.

Experience Beijing in a more intimate way, with a private guide
See Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace
Travel with a private guide with hotel pick up and drop off
Choice of transport available, with option to include lunch

What's Included

Excellent English Speaking Tour guide
Private Tour by Taxi/Subway (Please choose upon booking)
All Inclusive Tour ( Please choose upon booking)
Entrance fees
Lunch (If the option is apply)
Taxi fare within 4th Ring Road ( If the option is apply)
IMPORTANT: this tour need to be booked 8 days before your travel date

Gratuities (recommended)
Lunch (If the option is not selected)
Taxi fare at your own expenses Outside 4th Ring Road
Any other expenses that not listed as included

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Itinerary

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang) (Pass By)

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palace of Heavenly Purity

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Tower of Buddhist Incense(Summer Palace)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Long Corridor at the Summer Palace

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
10,000-20,000steps is involved (30floor)
Please wear comfortable walking shoes

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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An eventful day with the best guide and driver!

Kim_F, Jun 2025

Everything you could want! Nice, caring and knowledgeable guide, quick and easy entry at all activities. Good lunch in abundance! Good driver and nice car. Best of all! Thanks for a nice day!

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