Beijing Private Custom or Private Tour in One Day with Great Wall and Forbidden City Options
by Hantang International Travel Service
Choose from 11 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$150Overview
This full-day private tour in Beijing lasts about eight hours and offers a tailored itinerary according to your interests. A professional English-speaking guide leads the day, with options to visit landmarks like the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Great Wall at Badaling or Mutianyu, the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Lama Temple, Ming Tombs, and more. The private tour option includes transportation by private vehicle with a professional driver, admission tickets to selected sites, and a Chinese-style lunch. The custom tour option provides a private guide for eight hours but does not include transportation, admission fees, or meals. You can explore Beijing’s Hutongs by pedicab, visit local markets with your guide’s help to find good shopping bargains, and discover a variety of local and regional cuisines throughout the day. Specific itineraries available include combinations such as Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and Great Wall at Badaling; Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace; Great Wall at Badaling with Ming Tombs; Mutianyu Great Wall alone or paired with Ming Tombs; and Summer Palace combined with Lama Temple and Panda Garden. The guide arranges visits according to your preferences, ensuring time at each stop matches your chosen route.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Palace Museum
The Forbidden City, built in 1406, served as the Imperial Palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Covering over 180 acres, it includes numerous great halls and houses collections of antiques and historical treasures representing Chinese history.
120 min
Tiananmen Square
Constructed in 1415, Tiananmen Square is one of the world's largest public squares, spanning more than 40 hectares. It serves as the main entrance to the Forbidden City and features displays of communist influence in China.
30 min
Temple of Heaven
Dating from 1420, the Temple of Heaven was where emperors worshiped for good harvests. It is China's largest temple and altar complex and is a significant example of Ming and Qing religious architecture.
60 min
Summer Palace
Built in 1750 during the Qing Dynasty, the Summer Palace is the largest royal park in China and is well preserved. Visitors can explore its grounds, temples, and the world's longest art gallery.
60 min
Beijing
This option allows a personalized day touring Beijing using public transportation with a professional guide and interpreter. Activities can include pedicab rides through the Hutongs, visits to the Lama Temple, and shopping trips to local markets. The guide will also suggest places to eat various Chinese cuisines. Additional costs such as taxis, bus fares, subway tickets, admission fees, and food are the customer's responsibility.
60 min
The Great Wall at Badaling
The Badaling section of the Great Wall is a well-preserved example of ancient Chinese military architecture. It dates back to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. Visitors can climb the Wall on either the North or South Face, appreciating its historical significance as a strategic military site.
60 min
Mutianyu Great Wall
The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is steeper and more challenging than Badaling. It is older and includes both outer and inner parapets. The Wall here stretches 2250 meters with 22 watchtowers. The highest point is 540 meters above sea level, surrounded by woodland and streams. Seasonal changes alter the Wall’s appearance, with autumn noted for colorful leaves and fruit ripening.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Beijing
- Beijing Historical Tour I: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven
- Beijing 2-Day Tour: Great Wall at Mutianyu, Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
- Great Wall of China and Forbidden City Layover Small Group Tour (9AM-5PM)
- Beijing All Inclusive Full-Day Private Tour: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace
- Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
- Beijing All Inclusive 3-Day Private Tour: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven & Mutianyu Great Wall
Beijing Private Custom or Private Tour in One Day with Great Wall and Forbidden City Options
by Hantang International Travel Service
Choose from 11 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$150Overview
This full-day private tour in Beijing lasts about eight hours and offers a tailored itinerary according to your interests. A professional English-speaking guide leads the day, with options to visit landmarks like the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Great Wall at Badaling or Mutianyu, the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Lama Temple, Ming Tombs, and more. The private tour option includes transportation by private vehicle with a professional driver, admission tickets to selected sites, and a Chinese-style lunch. The custom tour option provides a private guide for eight hours but does not include transportation, admission fees, or meals. You can explore Beijing’s Hutongs by pedicab, visit local markets with your guide’s help to find good shopping bargains, and discover a variety of local and regional cuisines throughout the day. Specific itineraries available include combinations such as Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and Great Wall at Badaling; Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace; Great Wall at Badaling with Ming Tombs; Mutianyu Great Wall alone or paired with Ming Tombs; and Summer Palace combined with Lama Temple and Panda Garden. The guide arranges visits according to your preferences, ensuring time at each stop matches your chosen route.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Palace Museum
The Forbidden City, built in 1406, served as the Imperial Palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Covering over 180 acres, it includes numerous great halls and houses collections of antiques and historical treasures representing Chinese history.
120 min
Tiananmen Square
Constructed in 1415, Tiananmen Square is one of the world's largest public squares, spanning more than 40 hectares. It serves as the main entrance to the Forbidden City and features displays of communist influence in China.
30 min
Temple of Heaven
Dating from 1420, the Temple of Heaven was where emperors worshiped for good harvests. It is China's largest temple and altar complex and is a significant example of Ming and Qing religious architecture.
60 min
Summer Palace
Built in 1750 during the Qing Dynasty, the Summer Palace is the largest royal park in China and is well preserved. Visitors can explore its grounds, temples, and the world's longest art gallery.
60 min
Beijing
This option allows a personalized day touring Beijing using public transportation with a professional guide and interpreter. Activities can include pedicab rides through the Hutongs, visits to the Lama Temple, and shopping trips to local markets. The guide will also suggest places to eat various Chinese cuisines. Additional costs such as taxis, bus fares, subway tickets, admission fees, and food are the customer's responsibility.
60 min
The Great Wall at Badaling
The Badaling section of the Great Wall is a well-preserved example of ancient Chinese military architecture. It dates back to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. Visitors can climb the Wall on either the North or South Face, appreciating its historical significance as a strategic military site.
60 min
Mutianyu Great Wall
The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is steeper and more challenging than Badaling. It is older and includes both outer and inner parapets. The Wall here stretches 2250 meters with 22 watchtowers. The highest point is 540 meters above sea level, surrounded by woodland and streams. Seasonal changes alter the Wall’s appearance, with autumn noted for colorful leaves and fruit ripening.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Beijing
- Beijing Historical Tour I: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven
- Beijing 2-Day Tour: Great Wall at Mutianyu, Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
- Great Wall of China and Forbidden City Layover Small Group Tour (9AM-5PM)
- Beijing All Inclusive Full-Day Private Tour: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace
- Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
- Beijing All Inclusive 3-Day Private Tour: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven & Mutianyu Great Wall