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Forbidden City Ticket and Private Tour
Product code 27011P25
From
From USD 114.87
Dates
Available from Feb 1, 2017
Start times
1:00 PM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-11, Adult ages 12-70
Options
English Speaking Guide
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Duration
2 hours to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 114.87
Forbidden City Ticket and Private Tour
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Duration
2 hours to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Secure your spot to journey through the historic corridors of the Forbidden City by booking your tour at least 7 days in advance during peak seasons. Tickets sell out fast, so don't miss out! Even during quieter times, ensure availability by booking 2 days ahead. Provide accurate passport details for ticket reservation. If book not 7 days before , you must buy tickets when you arrive and wait in line .
Overview
Secure your spot to journey through the historic corridors of the Forbidden City by booking your tour at least 7 days in advance during peak seasons. Tickets sell out fast, so don't miss out! Even during quieter times, ensure availability by booking 2 days ahead. Provide accurate passport details for ticket reservation. If book not 7 days before , you must buy tickets when you arrive and wait in line .
What's Included
Included
Private knowledgeable guide
Forbidden city Admission Ticket
Not included
Hotel drop off
Gratuities ( Recommend for excellent service )
Transport fee
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
The hotel is the best point for meeting your guide . Meet here can avoid the Tiananmen square long line . The hotel name and address in Chinese ( 北京木棉花酒店， 地址：东城区，东华门大街16号）, So, you can show the Chinese to taxi driver .
End point
End at exit of Forbidden City
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
20 minutes
Stop 1
HOTEL KAPOK which is the best point for meeting your guide . Meet here can avoid the Tiananmen square long line . The hotel name and address in Chinese ( 北京木棉花酒店， 地址：东城区，东华门大街16号）, So, you can show the Chinese to taxi driver .
Stop 2
2 hours 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Thereafter, you’ll continue into the Forbidden City shrouded with mysteries. During the walking tour, you may feel confused about the special designs and totems of the palace, especially the cultural meaning behind them. Why there are 9 sculptures of mythical animals on the roof ridge of Hall of Supreme Harmony but not 8 or 10; why there are 9999.5 but not 10000 rooms in the palace; Why the eyes and ears of the stone lions in front of the Palace of Tranquility and Longevity blocked… With the historical knowledge from your guide, you will gradually uncover these cultural secrets and explore a more different Forbidden City you’ve ever heard about.
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
Inside of Forbidden City
Pass by stop 4
Pass by stop 4
Inside of Forbidden City
Pass by stop 5
Pass by stop 5
Inside of Forbidden City
Pass by stop 6
Pass by stop 6
Inside of Forbidden City
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
All travelers Passport name, number and birthday is required at time of booking for all participants for getting your SKIP THE LINE Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance
Other
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Other
Please provide the tour operator with your special requests at "special requirement", your tour operator will also contact you just in case
Other
Please note : The private tour not include hotel drop off ,but your guide can help you get taxi or personal Uber (own expense)
Other
For last minute booking , if no guide available , we can full refund or change the tour to another day
Other
If you choose to have Spanish language tour guide service, please ensure to make your booking at least 3 days in advance
Other
The tour include Forbidden city tickets , but need book the tour at least 2 days in advance
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
Review Summary
5.0
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