Overview
Carefully designed route for maximum sights with no rush. Entrance fees included for Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Stress-free day with private transport and professional guide
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Hotel Pick up and drop off service
- Bottled water
- Local taxes
- Professional English speaking guide
- Private car and driver
What's Not Included
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Tiananmen Square, the largest public square of this kind in the world. The visit here allows you to have a glimpse at the outside of Memorial Hall of Chairman Mao, the Monument to the People's Heroes, the magnificent Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, the ancient Zhengyang Gate and Arrow Tower as well as the Tiananmen Tower which leads to the well-known Forbidden City.
Stop 2
The Forbidden City, located in the heart of Beijing, is the largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. Built in the early 15th century during the Ming Dynasty, it served as the home of 24 emperors for nearly 500 years. With over 9,000 rooms, golden roofs, and majestic halls, it showcases traditional Chinese architecture and imperial culture. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China’s most visited landmarks.
Stop 3
The Yonghe Temple, also known as the Lama Temple, is the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Beijing. Famous for its magnificent architecture and sacred atmosphere, it houses a giant 18-meter-tall Maitreya Buddha statue carved from a single piece of sandalwood. Visitors come not only to admire its cultural and spiritual heritage but also to make wishes and pray for good fortune.
Stop 4
Temple of Heaven, the place for the Emperor to worship the God of Heaven in the past. Other than the ancient structures, you will also see scenes of local people doing various exercises and entertainments in the surrounding park.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If travelers select the 'Ticket fee: Temple of Heaven' or 'Entrance Ticket: Lama Temple' option, please note that pick-up is not included