Tiananmen, Forbidden City, and Hutongs Private Tour

Visit Tiananmen Square, the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the Forbidden City, and the traditional hutong streets on this private tour of Beijing.

Description

We will pick you up from your hotel and head to Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world. Important sights include the Qianmen Tower and the Mausoleum of Mao, which will be viewed from the outside.

Next, we will visit the entrance to the Forbidden City, the largest imperial residence in China, home to 24 emperors for over 5 centuries. We will explore its enclosure and learn about its legends.

After the visit, you will have free time to eat and rest.

In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional rickshaw ride through Beijing's ancient hutongs for 2 hours, experiencing daily life in this historic area.

The tour will conclude back at your hotel (or an alternate location) 8 hours after pickup.

Itinerary Changes

This is a private tour, so you can modify the itinerary as desired by discussing with your guide at the start. In winter or on early finish days, a visit to Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple) will be included.

Important Information

The Forbidden City is closed every Monday. Consider visiting the Great Wall of China or the Temple of Heaven instead. Access to the Forbidden City is limited on busy dates; we recommend booking at least 7 days in advance.

Required Documents

Provide the passport details of each participant when booking. If there are more people than boxes, mark "N/A" in excess boxes. Ensure your passport number is correct, as changes cannot be made. Bring your passport on the day of the tour.

Beijing Layover Tour

If you have time during your visit to Beijing, consider booking the Beijing Layover Tour. Depending on available time, we will visit important monuments such as the Great Wall and the Forbidden City.