Great experience, I had such an amazing time with Julia getting to know a bit of the city and the luch was incredible! 100% recommended
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Great to hear that you enjoy the tour with Julia in Beijing, thanks for your excellent review, that is really very appreciated, we wish to offer you the high quality tour in China again.
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PaulEdward_J
September 22, 2021
Never Again……
Viato confirmed my reservation and the time was available. The morning of the tour nobody came to pick us up. The local tour operator was never contacted by Viator.
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Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced. During the Covid-19 period, Viator did not send us the booking notification email, so we were unaware of your reservation. Unfortunately, when you called us on the travel date, it was too late to arrange a tour guide and private transportation. We regret this situation and hope to offer you high-quality service in the future. Thank you for your understanding.
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Rene U
December 26, 2019
Must do
This tour covered a lot of ground in a single day! I can’t imagine having to navigate the HUGE crowds of Tianeman square and MASSIVE grounds of the Forbidden Palace without a guide or native Chinese speaker. Gary was a helpful guide and very knowledgeable. He also did well to avoid the crowds, which was much appreciated, although sometimes he would wait elsewhere and send us into the crowds alone and it was difficult to find him afterward. We took his suggestion to stop at a tea factory that was a nice bonus— they were trying to promote and sell their product pretty hard, but I can’t blame them after a free 25 minute free tea ceremony/ tasting. The lunch was great, although it was relatively restricted options (pick between two dishes, extra charge for Peking duck; only water for drink). Overall, would recommend the visit and this tour!
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Thank you for the detailed review, Rene! We're glad Gary helped you navigate the crowds at Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden Palace — having a knowledgeable guide really makes a difference at these iconic sites. We appreciate your feedback about the lunch options and will keep working to improve. Thank you for recommending the tour!
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Ksoon7077
December 17, 2019
Forbidden City, Tiananmen & Temple of Heaven Private Tour
Excellent!! The tour guide was very friendly and helpful throughout the tour. He gave a lot of useful insights to my family on the history of each site.
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Thank you for the excellent review, Ksoon7! We're so glad our tour guide was friendly, helpful, and able to share the rich history of each site with your family. The Forbidden City, Tiananmen, and Temple of Heaven are truly remarkable places, and we're happy we could make the experience even more meaningful for you. We hope to welcome your family back to Beijing!
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bexdunn3
December 5, 2019
Great trip
Had a great guide called Dean who was very informative and helpful whilst on our tour. Unfortunately Forbidden City is closed on Mondays (which we didn’t realise before hand) but Dean took us to the Lama Temple with the amazing tallest Buddha in the world.
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Thank you for the great review! We're glad Dean was so informative and helpful, and that he adapted the tour perfectly when the Forbidden City was closed. The Lama Temple with its incredible tallest Buddha statue is a wonderful alternative — we're happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for your flexibility and for joining us!
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NJmom3
October 15, 2019
Awesome Tour Guide!
My family (adult kids) and I just came back from spending a week in Beijing. One of the highlights of our trip was our private tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven. We feel very fortunate to have had Dean Wu for our guide. Not only was Dean extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic, but he was patient and kind. We learned so much history and also got an insight into life as a young person living in Beijing. We had such great conversations in the van as we were traveling from site to site. He welcomed our questions. Tiananmen Square was closed in the morning, but Dean seamlessly rearranged our schedule so that we could visit it in the afternoon. For lunch he took us to a favorite restaurant and ordered for us his favorite foods. It was a real treat! After completing the tour which went longer because of the Tiananmen Square closure, he asked if we would like to do a tea tasting and learn calligraphy, extra activities that were not included in the tour. Of course we said yes. It was a great way to end the day! I would highly recommend this tour especially if you are fortunate to have Dean as your guide.
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What a wonderful review — thank you so much, NJmom3! We're thrilled that your private tour with Dean Wu was one of the highlights of your family's Beijing trip. Dean truly goes above and beyond for our guests, and we're glad he seamlessly rearranged the schedule, shared his favorite restaurant with you, and even offered the extra tea tasting and calligraphy experience. Thank you for the kind words and the recommendation!
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Sergey73
September 26, 2019
I wish we could have more time with Dean...
4 unforgettable days. We were back from Europe and planned 3 nights to stop in Beijing. To us China has always been a mystery. The country has achieved so much in a very short period of time.
What we saw was amazing. The people, food, traditions, safety. The only way to dive in more is to get a tour with the local. Thats how we met Dean Wu. We have spent the whole day with him on our private tour around Bejing.
Having been on all the five continents, it was amazing. He was very punctual and driver was ready. His knowledge of the history and traditions, friendliness was second to none. We saw so many places that people usually don't see. We even went overtime and that was not a problem. Being in China, there is a huge language barrier, but his English is perfect.
We want to go back to see more of this wonderful country full of traditions that go back 5000 years ago.
Thank so much, Dean. I have got your number. You will be first one to know when we plan to get back to the country that has blown off our mind.
Looking forward to seeing you again.
S&E.
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Thank you so much for your heartfelt review, Sergey73! We're delighted that your 4 unforgettable days in Beijing with Dean Wu exceeded your expectations. Dean takes great pride in sharing the rich history, traditions, and hidden gems of Beijing, and it's wonderful to hear that his knowledge, punctuality, and friendliness made such a lasting impression — especially as seasoned travelers who've explored all five continents! We truly appreciate your kind words about Dean's English and his dedication to showing you places most visitors don't get to see. We would love to welcome you back to China whenever you're ready to explore more of this beautiful country. Dean will be thrilled to hear you'll be reaching out for your next visit!
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Ken B
October 25, 2018
Fantastic Tour with Dean!
Dean Wu gave us a fantastic tour of the 'must see' sightseeing locations in Beijing. I can't say enough about our guide! Dean showed up on time with a great attitude, lots of information about our destinations, and a great experience!
Transportation was easy and available on our schedule (he provided water bottles as well). We never felt rushed. Every question was answered with a smile and a detailed response. Dean's English is really amazing! It was like a visit with an old friend who knows all about Beijing's history and palaces.
Then the lunch! That was a treat! Dean's restaurant selection was so good ... delicious authentic Chinese food! We had really good food and a great conversation about living in China and current affairs.
We couldn't have asked for any better ambassador to introduce us to Beijing.
Thanks Dean!
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Ken B! We're thrilled to hear that your tour with Dean Wu was such a fantastic experience. Dean truly is a remarkable guide — his punctuality, great attitude, and deep knowledge of Beijing's history and palaces make every tour special. We're glad you appreciated the comfortable transportation and thoughtful touches like the water bottles! It's great to know the lunch was a highlight too — Dean always picks the best spots for authentic Chinese cuisine. We love that you described him as the perfect ambassador for Beijing. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you back to explore more of China!
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Christopher P
October 23, 2018
Great walk through history
Visiting Beijing on business I had just a 1/2 day for sightseeing. This tour was perfect for that - a great walk through the square, then the city, then the temple. A wonderful lunch and a quick jaunt through a silk factory. What a morning! Very knowledgeable guide with great English speaking skill. I couldn't ask for more.
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Thank you for your lovely review, Christo! We're so glad our tour was the perfect fit for your half-day of sightseeing in Beijing. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the walk through Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven — covering all these iconic landmarks in one morning is truly a great way to experience Beijing's rich history. We're happy the lunch and silk factory visit added some extra enjoyment to your tour. Thank you for the kind words about our guide's knowledge and English skills. We hope your next visit to Beijing allows even more time to explore!
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Bonnie T
October 7, 2018
Great tour with Gary
We had a great tour of all the big sites with Gary, he was fun and so full of knowledge. He kept us moving yet gave us time to wander and observe. He was great at offering to take our photos. Very pleasant and polite and spoke great English. Thank you so mush Gary!!
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Thank you so much for your kind review, Bonnie T! We're delighted to hear that Gary made your tour of Beijing's iconic sites such an enjoyable experience. Gary is indeed a wonderful guide who knows just the right balance between keeping the tour moving and giving guests time to take in the sights at their own pace. We love that he offered to take photos for you — those memories are priceless! His pleasant personality and excellent English make every tour a pleasure. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you back to Beijing!