All-inclusive Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall

1. Tiananmen Square
   40m
   In the morning, your guide and driver will greet you in your hotel lobby, and escort you on a day of seamless, worry-free transfers. Let’s begin at Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing’s historical axis and modern power center. Cross Chang’an Avenue to enter the square, admiring the monumental buildings that showcase China’s highest architectural standards. Each landmark we pass carries symbolic significance, highlighting the square’s role as the spiritual heart of the nation.
2. Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang)
   Pass by
   Pass by
3. Monument of the People's Heroes
   Pass by
   Pass by
4. Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang)
   Pass by
   Pass by
5. National Museum Of China
   Pass by
   Pass by
6. The Palace Museum
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Step into the magnificent Forbidden City (Palace Museum), the world’s ultimate imperial palace. Through its 500 years as the power center from 1420 to 1911 AD, 24 emperors across the Ming and Qing Dynasties successively ruled here, witnessing the rise, peak, and fatal fall of the empire. Navigating its legendary 9,999 rooms can be overwhelming, but our expert-led, fast-track route ensures you smoothly experience the absolute highlights without missing a beat.
   
   Note: For Monday departures when the Forbidden City is closed, we’ll pivot to explore the Summer Palace, the emperor’s lakeside retreat.
7. Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
   10m · Admission ticket included
   This was not an execution site as rumored, but the stage for imperial ceremonies, much like the White House lawn. Here, the emperor issued decrees and welcomed home victorious armies.
8. Hall of Supreme Harmony (Taihe Dian)
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Explore the Outer Court’s three grand halls, where the emperor hosted state ceremonies.
9. Palace of Heavenly Purity
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Discover the Inner Court’s three main palaces - the emperor’s private quarters and executive office.
10. The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Wander through the leisure grounds for the emperor and the imperial harem.
11. Mutianyu Great Wall
    3h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Mutianyu, a beautifully preserved, crowd-free section perfect for your Great Wall adventure. Refuel with a premium buffet lunch, featuring authentic local food and Western favorites, alongside seasonal fruit and soft drinks.
    
    To maximize your time and comfort, we’ve included your choice of mountain transport: enjoy a leisurely round-trip cable car ride, or ascend via chairlift and take a thrilling toboggan ride down. Take in the breathtaking views from high above, and enjoy a 2-hour hike along the defensive wall built along the undulating ridges, discovering historical beacon towers and the echoes of the past.
12. Beijing
    1h 30m
    Your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel. Thank you for traveling with us!

Pickup details

Free pickup and drop-off at your downtown hotel lobby.
Your pickup time will be confirmed one day in advance.
If your hotel is not listed, please specify its name and address in special requirements.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Free pickup and drop-off are included at your downtown hotel. If your hotel is located outside this area, an additional mileage fee will apply, or you may join us at a designated meeting point. Please be ready 5 minutes before the pickup time confirmed on the previous day. No-shows will not be refunded.
• The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. For Monday departures, we’ll visit the Summer Palace and the Mutianyu Great Wall instead.
• The Forbidden City requires a real-name reservation 7 days in advance and tickets are easily sold out. We highly recommend booking your tour as early as possible; otherwise, international travelers may need to line up to buy tickets on site.
• Please provide your accurate passport information for real-name ticket bookings, and make sure to carry the same valid ID on the tour day; otherwise, the scenic area will deny entry.
• Chinese nationals, including guests from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, need to provide their official Chinese names and book at least 7 days in advance.
• Your expert guide will help you breeze through security checks at Tiananmen Square. Leave your bag in the car and carry only your passport and bottled water to speed up the progress.
• Great Wall Toboggan: For safety, it is not available for guests over 60, pregnant women, and children under 3. Children aged 3 to 10 may ride when accompanied by an adult. Don’t worry if the toboggan isn’t for you – the round-trip cable car or chairlift is suitable for everyone.
• This tour is not recommended for guests aged 85 and above.