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5-Hour Private Beijing Central Axis Tour
Product code 31320P75
From
From USD 118
Dates
Aug 1, 2025 to Jul 31, 2027
Start times
11:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-10, Adult ages 11-90
Options
5 hour private tour
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 118
5-Hour Private Beijing Central Axis Tour





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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Clamber into your traditional mode of transport and discover an alternative side of Beijing; see locals going about daily life; visit a local home to gain insight into ancient Chinese customs and culture; land the top of Jingshan park for a bird's-eye view of the whole Forbidden City, experience the center of traditional Beijing from outside the Bell and Drum Tower; keep an everlasting memory by taking snapshots of Olympic Center and enjoy the convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel on this enriching tour.
Overview
Clamber into your traditional mode of transport and discover an alternative side of Beijing; see locals going about daily life; visit a local home to gain insight into ancient Chinese customs and culture; land the top of Jingshan park for a bird's-eye view of the whole Forbidden City, experience the center of traditional Beijing from outside the Bell and Drum Tower; keep an everlasting memory by taking snapshots of Olympic Center and enjoy the convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel on this enriching tour.
What's Included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide and driver
Optional with airport transfer pay in cash on the day
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Airport transfer
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
45 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Your friendly guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel at 8:00 A.M. Start your day from Jingshan Park, a green space in the heart of Beijing. This area once served as an imperial garden during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. You have the opportunity of overlooking the whole of the Forbidden City from the top of the park.
Stop 2
2 hours
Stop 2
Next, visit the famous Shichahai area on rickshaw to see the beautiful gardens, rockeries, ponds, elaborate pavilions and distinctive water features. Meanwhile you are able to explore the old streets of Beijing and traditional Beijing old houses around Hutongs by visiting a local family to gain insight into traditional customs.
Stop 3
20 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Continue your tour to the Bell and Drum Towers, visibly prominent constructions that represent the symbol of this old city.
Stop 4
30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 4
Followed by a visit to the famous Olympic Center "Bird's Nest" and "Water Cube" where you can enjoy some photo moment and an exterior tour. After your tour is finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Other
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
1 reviews
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