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An expert storyteller is really needed when exploring this 600-year-old imperial palace. We're good at arranging historical stories with hands-on interactive exploration. Fun, deep and unique!

Highlights

• Professional Historical&Cultural Storyteller:600 Years of Palace Drama
• Absolutely unique & 100% original immersive engaging and interactive experience
• Small Group to assure your tour quality

Description

Step into the Ming-Qing Dynasty: we provide 3 packages you can choose according to your need. 【All packages include】 • 4D Cultural Immersion Architecture: Reveal imperial symbolism in ancient Chinese architecture Philosophy: Yin-Yang balance & Five Elements Theory History: Year of1420-1912 timeline through pivotal events Culture: Ancient religion and sacrificial culture • Memory Preservation：Edited photos/videos for everyone • Special Offer: Unique Interactive Experience | Imperial Identity 【3 options】 ✓Option A: Forbidden City Decoder Small-Group • Duration: 3.5-4h ｜Meet: Donghua Gate ｜ Start time: 8:30/12:30 • Illustrated handbook needed during the trip • Iconic sites along Central-Axis ✓Option B: Forbidden City Decoder Private tour • Duration: 4-4.5h ｜Meet: Donghua Gate ｜Start time: 8:30/12:30 • Illustrated handbook needed during the trip • Iconic sites along Central-Axis • Customized routes and itinerary arrangements supported ✓Option C: Ticket Only • Only include the ticket to the Forbidden City, not include the attraction storyteller. 【Customized Experience】 If you want to experience something more, you can communicate with us in advance about your adventure style and preference. We can adjust the schedule based on your need. 【Booking Tips】 If you book with us 7 days advance you will be issued E ticket, and if you book within 7 days you will follow our way to help you to get in.

Includes

English/Chinese-speaking guide Entry to the Forbidden City Edited photos

Important Information

• Your passport will be required for the sights entry. Tours still open during the rainy or snowy days unless sometimes the heavy rains the government force to close the sights. There are mandatory security checks at entry points to the sites. The waiting time for the security check can be high during peak times/seasons and is separate from the ticket line.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund