Overview
Skip the crowded group tours—embark on a private 2-day shore escape from Tianjin Cruise Port to Beijing, diving into the city’s unmissable landmarks without the chaos. Explore Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and the Great Wall with exclusive access to hidden angles only locals know. All-inclusive luxury for discerning travelers: Private car (stocked with premium snacks & mineral water), a local English guide (history buffs with insider stories), all entrance fees, and Great Wall round-trip cable car—no hidden costs, no rushed schedules. Savorauthentic Peking duck at a family-run eatery (not tourist traps) plus local street flavors. Flexibility tailored to you: End in Beijing to extend your adventure or return to Tianjin Cruise Port—we adapt to your plans.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Cable car round-trip at Great Wall
- Entrance Fee
What's Not Included
- Beijing accommodation
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Detailed itinerary may be confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- We require the full name, passport number, date of birth and gender of every traveler in advance. This information is mandatory for pre-booking official tickets to Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Tian’anmen Square is a free attraction. Security check entry may take 1-3 hours on busy days. If security checks are extremely strict and cause significant delays, we will skip the square—no refund applies as it is a complimentary site.
- Travel time reference: Tianjin Cruise Port → Mutianyu Great Wall: approx. 3.5 hours by car Mutianyu Great Wall → Beijing city center: approx. 1.5 hours by car Beijing city center → Tianjin Cruise Port (final day): approx. 2 hours by car
- If you choose the return trip to Xingang, the driver will take you back to Xingang after the last day. The tour guide’s service ends in Beijing.