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Beijing Private Tour: Forbidden City, Hutong, Drum Tower, Jingshan &Snacks
Product code 181334P50
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From USD 217.5
Dates
Available from Feb 25, 2020
Start times
8:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-2, Child ages 3-17, Adult ages 18-75
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Beijing Private Tour: Forbidden City, Hutong, Drum Tower, Jingshan &Snacks
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Duration
7 hours to 8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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Beijing Private Tour: Forbidden City, Hutong, Drum Tower, Jingshan &Snacks





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Duration
7 hours to 8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Build your own Beijing adventure with a local tour guide on a private customized tour. Explorer serval iconic locations: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Drum Tower, Houhai and Beijing Hutong. We will enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower. At dusk, we will climb the Jingshan and have a bird’s eye view of Forbidden City. 1. Walk around Tiananmen Square and admire a variety of significant edifices 2. Explore the world’s best-preserved imperial residence - Forbidden City 3. Taste traditional snacks such as Zhajiang Mian 4. Explore Houhai, Hutong and other buzzing, locals frequented areas 5. Learn about the ancient, mysterious history and geography from your guide 6. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
Overview
Build your own Beijing adventure with a local tour guide on a private customized tour. Explorer serval iconic locations: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Drum Tower, Houhai and Beijing Hutong. We will enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower. At dusk, we will climb the Jingshan and have a bird’s eye view of Forbidden City. 1. Walk around Tiananmen Square and admire a variety of significant edifices 2. Explore the world’s best-preserved imperial residence - Forbidden City 3. Taste traditional snacks such as Zhajiang Mian 4. Explore Houhai, Hutong and other buzzing, locals frequented areas 5. Learn about the ancient, mysterious history and geography from your guide 6. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
Included
Lunch
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We can also pick you up from any central location in Beijing.
End point
We can also pick you up from any central location in Beijing.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutes
Stop 1
Your tour guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel at 08:30 a.m.. Then, we will transfer to the Tiananmen Square and start the highlight day tour. The solemn and respectful Tiananmen Square is the largest central city square in the world, which serves not only the city's symbol but also the whole of China. This immense courtyard is surrounded by a variety of significant edifices such as the Tiananmen Tower, Great Hall of the People, Memorial Hall of Chairman Mao, Monument to the People's Heroes and National Museum. It is the must place to visit in Beijing City.
Stop 2
3 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
The magnificent Forbidden City is the largest and the best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. It has 9,999 rooms in flourishing period with just a single room short of the number that ancient Chinese belief represents 'Divine Perfection' and surrounded by a moat six meters deep and ten-meter high wall. For five centuries, this palace functioned as the administrative center of the country. Today this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the city’s most popular attractions. Follow your tour guide to visit several palaces, including the lavish Antiquarian of the Palace Museum (Treasures Museum). Learn about the ancient history, culture, and traditions that helped shape the Forbidden City through your guide's engaging commentary. At noon, we will taste traditional Beijing cuisine - Noodles with Soybean Paste(Zhajiang Mian). Zhajiang mian is very popular when it comes to traditional Beijing cuisine, and is sometimes referred to as simply Beijing noodles.
Stop 3
45 minutes
Stop 3
The Drum Tower was equipped with bronze clepsydras and drums that were beaten to mark the hours. The drum was beaten quickly for 18 times and then slowly for 18 times to mark the hour. You have the opportunity to climb to the top of Drum tower for an excellent view of drumming performance which lasts for 20 minutes.
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
Houhai, which literally means "Back Sea", is a large artificial lake in northern downtown Beijing. Together with Qianhai (Front Sea) and Xihai (West Sea), it comprises Shichahai. It was exclusively for royal family in the Yuan Dynasty, and the surrounding area has been a prosperous commercial area since then. There were many wine shops, workshops, and opera stages in ancient times. Nowadays, it is open to all. The area is dotted with bars, cafes, tea houses and restaurants, and is quite popular among foreign visitors and local young people. We will walk along Hutong, taste local snacks and experience the local lifestyle.
Stop 5
30 minutes
Stop 5
Know as Yandai Xiejie in Chinese, the Yandaixie Street is one of the oldest hutongs in Beijing. Located in the Xicheng District, it is close to the Shichahai which are famous attractions in Beijing. Since the olden days, Yandaixiejie Street has been one of the most flourishing commercial areas in Beijing. The stores are closely packed along the street, and a wide variety of souvenirs with Beijing characteristics can be found there.
Stop 6
30 minutes
Stop 6
Nanluoguxiang Hutong is known for its authentic Beijing atmosphere. The age-old siheyuans, archways, wall carvings, and former residences of socialites can be found there. Today there has been an unprecedented fusion of East and West in Nanluoguxiang Hutong, where new pubs and restaurants have given it an urban appearance.
Stop 7
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 7
Jingshan Park is superbly landscaped with hills to ascend by steps, clear lakes and dignified ancient buildings. It used to be one of the ancient imperial gardens in Beijing, and now has developed as a peaceful public park. Because of close to north of the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park is the best place for a bird's eye view of the Forbidden City and central Beijing. At dusk, we will climb the Jingshan and have a bird’s eye view of Forbidden City. At this time, it is particularly beautiful, palace eaves decorated with golden rays of the setting sun.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
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