Highlights
- Meet up with your guide at your hotel for a day of exploration
- Skip the lines with pre-booked tickets to Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City
- Visit the quieter Mutianyu Great Wall with a 2-hour hike or cable car ride
- Walk from South Meridian Gate to Forbidden City
- Immerse yourself in 500-year-old imperial palace history
Description
Begin your day by meeting your guide in the lobby of your hotel, then proceed to Tian'anmen Square. From there, take a leisurely walk from the South Meridian Gate to the Forbidden City. Spend ample time exploring this imperial palace, which served as the residence of emperors and as the ceremonial and political hub.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of the palace, which housed both the Ming and Qing dynasties for 500 years. Begin by exploring the southern section, known as the Outer Court, from where the emperor ruled the country. Then, venture into the northern section, the Inner Court, to witness where he resided with his royal family.
Then enjoy an authentic lunch (optional) before continuing your exploration at the Mutianyu Great Wall. Here, you'll visit a less crowded section, allowing for a quiet hike of about 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a cable car halfway up and begin your hike from there. When you're done, take the cable car back down.
Choose a private tour with a guide in English or another language, such as French, German, Spanish, or Italian, or choose the group tour in English.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Return cable car tickets
Forbidden City entry ticket
Mutianyu Great Wall entry ticket
Private or group guide (if option selected)
Lunch (if option selected)
Dinner (if option selected)
Bottled water
Driver
Excludes
Gratuities
Personal costs
Important Information
- Tour operates in all weather conditions—dress appropriately
- Expect heavy walking and standing for up to 2 hours
- Bring passports with you
- Forbidden City is closed on Mondays
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
