Highlights
- Visit the Great Wall at Badaling, China's No. 1 highlight
- Explore the Forbidden City, imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties
- Discover Tiananmen Square and its communist influences on the country
Description
See all of Beijing's cultural and historical highlights on a comprehensive and captivating full-day tour of China's capital city. Stroll amid the majestic charm of Tiananmen Square; marvel at the imaginative architecture at the Forbidden City; and see the verdant splendor that surrounds the Badaling Great Wall of China. Alongside your knowledgeable guide, gain fascinating insight into the rich history and distinctive culture of Beijing and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from selected hotels.
Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China and has been a historic center of power, culture, and wealth, a role that continues to this day. The tour starts at Tiananmen Square with an overview of the country's communist influences. You will tour the grounds and see the array of halls and monuments. From there, walk to the Forbidden City, also known as the Imperial Palace Museum. Spanning over 180 acres and featuring a collection of grand halls, the museum displays antiques and treasures representing all of China's history.
After a stop for lunch you will visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall, one of the best preserved sections of this 2,000-year-old architectural wonder. You will be able to climb the Wall and take in the panoramic views at the top. During the day we will stop and shop the famous Longdi Jade Factory to get some beautiful bargains.
Includes
1. Hotel pick-up and drop-off
2. Air-conditioned coach or mini-van with the professional driver
3. Transportation tax, tolls, parking fees
4. English-speaking tour guide
5. Chinese style lunch
6. Admission tickets
Excludes
1. Personal expense
2. Tour guide and driver’s gratuity
3. Cable car on the Wall
Important Information
- The pick-up & drop-off services are included from all the hotels located within 4th ring circle road in Beijing
- If your hotel is located out of 4th ring circle road, or you do not stay in a hotel, please go to Empark Prime Hotel (Add: No. 2, Wangfujing Avenue) to join the tour
- The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one night in advance prior to the tour date, through the hotel message
- If you do not receive the message or phone call before 08:00 PM one night in advance, please call for the pick-up time
- E-voucher is acceptable, and printed voucher is not necessary
- Please bring the passports on the tour date
- A recommended tip of approx. US$ 5 - 10 per person for the tour guide and approx. US$ 2 - 3 per person for the driver is encouraged
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
