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Great experience!
Our guide was very knowledgeable about the sites and explained the significance of each site really well! She was prompt in picking us up from the hotel, and spoke English really well! Thank you for the tour!
Beijing Private City Tour with Options
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Price from
- $120 / person
- Location
- Beijing, China
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 38 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Linda's Guide & Driver Service
Description
you will visit Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven with a private car and English driver or English tourguide(Based on Option Select). The Forbidden City, a treasure of world cultural heritage, attracts the attention of countless tourists with its unique charm. Whether you are in pursuit of the weight of history or intoxicated by the aesthetics of architecture, the Forbidden City will unfold a magnificent cultural scroll for you. The Temple of Heaven is the largest existing ancient sacrificial complex in China and an excellent place to explore the ancient imperial sacrificial culture of China. The Summer Palace is one of the largest and best-preserved imperial gardens in China. As a World Cultural Heritage Site, it attracts countless tourists to visit with its unique historical background, exquisite garden art and charming natural scenery. Highlights • Save time and High Flexibility • Comfortable and convenient, Easy to carry • Historical and cultural experience
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 11 times a day, 7:30 AM–12:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $120
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $50
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Beijing
you will visit Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven with a private car and English driver or English tourguide(Based on Option Select). Pick up and Drop off at your located place in Beijing.
The Palace Museum
The Forbidden City is located at the center of Beijing's central axis and was the royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties in China. It covers an area of approximately 720,000 square meters, with a construction area of about 150,000 square meters. There are over 70 palaces of various sizes and more than 9,000 rooms. It is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient wooden architectural complexes in the world. The palaces of the Forbidden City are grand and imposing, with imposing and solemn structures. Red walls, yellow tiles, elaborately carved beams and painted pillars, every detail showcases the wisdom and craftsmanship of the ancients. Every building, every stone and every glazed tile here tells a story of ancient history. Here, you can not only feel the majesty and glory of the royal family, but also appreciate the long-standing culture and unique charm of the Chinese nation.
Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is located in the northwest suburbs of Beijing. It was first built in 1750 and covers an area of about 290 hectares. It is the largest and best-preserved imperial garden in China. It was once a summer retreat for the emperors and emery of the Qing Dynasty and carries profound historical and cultural significance. The garden is centered around Wanshou Mountain and Kunming Lake, surrounded by mountains and water, and the natural scenery is perfectly combined with the imperial palace buildings. The ancient buildings such as the Long Corridor, the Buddha Incense Pavilion and the Seventeen-Arch Bridge are scattered here and there, with exquisite paintings and unique shapes, fully demonstrating the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient artisans. Strolling through the Summer Palace, one can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains but also appreciate the beauty of the classical architecture, embarking on a cultural journey that transcends time and space.
Temple of Heaven
The Temple of Heaven is situated in the southern part of Beijing. it was built during Ming and Qing dynasties, it consists mainly of The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and The Circular Mound Altar, During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Temple of Heaven was the place where the emperors came to worship the God of Heaven and prayed for good harvest. in 1998, the Temple of Heaven was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The architectural style of the Temple of Heaven is unique, embodying the cosmology of "the sky is round and the earth is square" and the philosophical thought of "the unity of heaven and man". The main buildings, such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Dome and the Circular Mound, all demonstrate the superb craftsmanship of ancient Chinese architecture and are exemplary of ancient Chinese architectural art. Coming to the Temple of Heaven is not merely a journey; it is a cultural pilgrimage that transcends time and space.
Beijing
After the tour, your driver will drive you back to your located place in Beijing.
What's included
Included
Forbidden City, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven Entrance ticket
Bottled water
Private Air-conditioned vehicle
English driver or English tourguide(Based on Option Select)
Not included
Boat ticket of summer palace
Lunch
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
38 reviews
How it compares in Beijing
- Starting price $120 is 39% below the typical $198 for tours of similar length in Beijing
Excurgo comparison of 3,616 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Instant Confirmation - You will receive a confirmation email immediately after successful booking
- This is a Private tour for your booking, No other group will join you
- The Forbidden City implement a real-name reservation policy, So after you booking, please contact me and send me each people's name, passport number, age, gender and nationality
- According to the regulations of the Forbidden City, Chinese citizens (including residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) must book tickets online 7 days in advance. If you make a reservation within 7 days before your visit, we cannot guarantee that we will get a ticket for you. in addition, if it is during a holiday or the peak tourist season, we also cannot 100% guarantee that we will help you get a ticket. If the tickets online have been sold out or we failed to help you get one, you can only cancel this trip and we will offer a full refund, thanks for your understand and support
- For foreign tourists holding passports, if the online tickets are sold out or we fail to get online ticket for you, you need get tickets on the spot according to the guidance of your tour guides or customer service of our travel agencies. but, purchasing tickets on the spot need queuing
- Due to the implementation of the limited ticket sales policy by the Forbidden City. At present, the Forbidden City releases 40,000 tickets every day, including 20,000 individual tickets and 20,000 group tickets. All visitors must make a real-name reservation for their visit. Therefore, for your better visiting experience, Please try to book in advance as much as possible
- The Forbidden City have strict security check policies. It is strictly prohibited to bring flammable, explosive and other items as well as controlled knives. In addition, please do not bring lighters, drones, tripods, selfie sticks longer than 1.3 meters, scroll paintings, oil-paper umbrellas, sunscreen spray and power banks with a capacity of more than 20,000 milliamperes,
- Please don't forget to bring your passport. If you don't bring it, you may be refused entry
- Please wear appropriate clothes according to the weather and It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses or umbrellas or cap in summer
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Children Under 5 years old are free to join
- Baby seats offered if you request
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Beijing Private City Tour with Options take?
Beijing Private City Tour with Options lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Beijing Private City Tour with Options cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Beijing Private City Tour with Options run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 11 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 12:30 PM.
How much does Beijing Private City Tour with Options cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $50, adults from $120. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Beijing Private City Tour with Options for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Youbo Member Selected Hotel, Yuanchang Hotel.
What languages is Beijing Private City Tour with Options offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Children Under 5 years old are free to join
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Beijing Private City Tour with Options worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 38 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Linda's Guide & Driver Service.
Reviews(38)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Excellent tour woth Jennifer
Jennifer was an excellent guide and was extremely sweet and personable. She was very knowledgeable, and took us through the forbidden city while avoiding most of the large crowds and giving a one of a kind experience.
R
Memorable trip
Our guide Angie was excellent, she was very knowledgeable and planned the whole day to ensure we were able to avoid crowds but still see the main sites. Thank you Angie for a memorable day.
J
Summer Palace and Lama temple private tour with car
Lisa was an excellent tour guide for our visit to the Summer Palace and the Lama Temple. Her English was excellent, making everything easy to understand. She shared a lot of interesting historical and cultural background, which really brought both sites to life. At the same time, she took great care of all the practical details, ensuring everything went smoothly. We always felt well taken care of and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Highly recommended!
P
Wonderful Private Family Tour of Beijing
From the moment we reached out, Linda was always prompt, responsive and helpful. She planned the entire private tour according to our requirements and made everything easy and stress-free for our family of four with two young children. We visited the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Jingshan Park. Our guide, Angie, explained the history and significance of each place very well and never rushed us. She was patient, helped us manage the children and also took some lovely family photos. It was an awesome, well-organised day, and we would highly recommend Linda and Angie to anyone visiting Beijing.
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Beijing Tour
A superb day with Gayle pur guide for the day, so lnowledgeable and great fun! Thanks for making our day so special!
T
A tour not to be missed in Beijing
In every respect a great experience. Our guide was excellent and communicated in perfect English. The tour is very interesting and includes most of the major sightseeing spots. It was a pleasure being driven through the streets of Beijing in a luxurious Buik. I can highly recommend this tour and Linda the tour guide.
N
Great guide in Beijing
Linda is amazing. She speaks good English and is very informative on the history of the places we visited. She was easy to speak and ask questions and very responsive before and after the trip. Would highly recommend her.
M
Excellet experience
I highly recommend Linda. We contacted her to arrange transportation from Tianjin to Beijing, a city tour, and the return trip to Tianjin. She was very professional and responded to messages very quickly. If I ever return to China, I will definitely contact her again. Our guide, Angie, was excellent—very knowledgeable, friendly, and extremely helpful.
M
Recommended for those who looks for a good english guide
It was a good experience. Our tour guide was very helpful, spoke good english and shared a lot of historical stories. We learnt a lot and is very happy. We opted for a muslim friendly place to eat which the guide had chosen a good place and very delicious. Overall, it was a good experience. Even our driver is helpful upon picking us up and dropping us off.
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