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Overview
Explore the historical significance of the world’s largest city square.
Wander through the Forbidden City and discover the amazing wooden palace complex. Experience the vibrant Hutong and the local life and traditional architecture. Spend your leisure time in the Summer Palace.
What's included
Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
Entrance tickets as list in the itinerary
English speaking guide in Beijing
Guide service in Shanghai
Optional activities
Gratuities
Air tickets: Shanghai – Beijing – Shanghai
Any meal
What to expect
Shanghai
1h
In the early morning (around 5:30 am), our driver in Shanghai will meet you in your hotel and transfer you to the airport for a flight to Beijing.
Beijing
2h
After a 2-hour flight, you will land at Beijing airport. Your guide in Beijing will greet you at the terminal exit by holding a board with your name. Then get in the private car and start your Beijing tour!
Tiananmen Square
30m · Admission ticket included
Firstly, we will take a walk on the Tian'anmen Square, the heart and symbol of Beijing and the largest city square in the world. The spacious square has been used for many public celebrations, ceremonies, and demonstrations for over a hundred years.
The Palace Museum
2h · Admission ticket included
Then you will pay a visit to the Forbidden City (closed every Monday), one of the largest and most completely preserved palaces complexly built with wood. It functioned as the imperial palace in the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368-1912). There were 24 emperors of the two dynasties who lived in the Forbidden City.
Summer Palace
2h · Admission ticket included
After lunch (at your own expense), we will drive to the Summer Palace, a vast imperial garden. This is a place suitable for visits in all seasons. In spring, various flowers bloom; in summer, the breeze brushes through the lotus ponds; in autumn, the garden is adorned with red leaves; and in winter, it is covered in pure white snow. Here, you can explore elaborately designed pavilions, stroll through serene gardens, and appreciate the tranquility of Kunming Lake.
Hutong Tour
1h
After that, you will be guided to walk through the traditional Hutong neighborhoods. These narrow alleyways lined with traditional courtyard houses offer a glimpse into the city's rich cultural heritage.
Beijing
2h
After the tour, you will be escorted to Beijing airport and take the late evening flight back to Shanghai. (please book a flight departing after 8:30 pm)
Shanghai
1h
You will be met by your driver in Shanghai and transferred back to the hotel. Service ends here.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Offered pickup/drop-off service is available for hotels within inner ring road of Shanghai city. If your hotel beyond the range, please expect it might occur additional transfer fee accordingly.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. If your travel date is Monday, we will visit Temple of Heaven or Summer Palace instead.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
You are required to buy the round-way air tickets (Shanghai - Beijing) using your passport by yourself when you book this tour.
This product is not wheelchair accessible.
Not recommended for travelers with leg problems
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.