2-Day Private Beijing Tour with Forbidden City and Great Wall
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Forbidden City, China's imperial palace
- Walk along the Great Wall at Mutianyu
- Visit Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public square
- Discover the Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Experience Beijing's rich history and culture with a local guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private guided tour of Beijing's top attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All entrance fees to sites visited
- Meals and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for travelers of all ages and fitness levels.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; please provide your accommodation details upon booking.
- Meals and beverages are not included; plan accordingly for dining options.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for extensive exploration.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against sun exposure.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants Required On Laps
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Forbidden City is closed every Monday. If your first day of the tour service is Monday, you will have the 2nd day itinerary on the first day
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number is required at time of booking for all participants, Please make sure to carry the same valid ID document throughout your trip, otherwise you may be denied entry to the scenic spots.
- Please note that Chinese nationals including visitors from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan must book tickets 7 days in advance for the Forbidden City. We cannot accept any bookings made within 7 days of the visit date.
- Toboggan unavailable for guests over 60, pregnant women and children under 3, as well as in bad weather or long queues. Round-trip chairlift/cable car available instead.
- Forbidden City tickets require real-name reservation 168 hours (7 days) in advance and often sell out quickly. We highly recommend you book your tour as early as possible. Otherwise, international visitors may need to queue at the entrance to purchase tickets on site.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This experience is weather-dependent. If canceled due to severe weather conditions, you may choose an alternative travel date or tour, or receive a full refund.
Traveler reviews
Exceptional
We had an amazing 3-day experience in China thanks to our wonderful guide Lu and our driver Lao Uan. From the very first day, they made us feel comfortable, welcomed, and completely taken care of. Lu was incredibly friendly, fun, patient, and knowledgeable. He explained so many fascinating things about Chinese history, traditions, and culture in such an engaging way that every place became even more special. He always had a smile on his face and never once got tired of us, even with all our delays, requests, and little “tourist moments.” He was extremely understanding and easygoing, which made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. A special thank you also to Lao Uan, who was always punctual, kind, calm, and professional. No matter how late we were sometimes, he always welcomed us warmly and made every journey comfortable and safe. What we appreciated most was not only their professionalism, but also how genuinely caring and warm they were as people. They truly made our trip unforgettable and turned these 3 days into beautiful memories we will always keep with us. We highly recommend Lu and Lao Uan to anyone visiting China, you could not ask for a better team!
Beijing highlights
What an amazing 2 days. Our fantastic tour guide SUNNY was the best. So friendly, on time and stayed back if we needed something. She was filled with lot's of knowledge & very patient with our group. Her organisational skills, keeping us on track was great. Nothing was too much for her. We saw everything and more. She was a part of our group by the end. Communication with Lily Tours was so fast and professional. Highly recommended them.
Best time in Beijing!
Our tour guide Wendy is amazing!! She is organized and punctual and has a great sense of humor. Wendy is very knowledgeable and made our tour come alive. One of our days was rainy and she was very accommodating, allowing our group to experience Beijing in the most comfortable way. I highly recommend Wendy!
Wonderful experience in Beijing!
Our experience in Beijing was excellent with our tour guide Lucy. She was very conscientious and very efficient. We really enjoy our trip both days inBeijing. We really recommend Lucy as a tour guide for everyone that wants to know Beijing and the surroundings. Titled your review.
One day visit to Forbidden city and Mutianyu
We took the one day tour covering T Square, Forbidden city and Mutianyu great wall. Our guide Jeffrey made the tour enjoyable, informative and was very accommodative of the groups requests (13 overall) including ours for vegetarian food. We are really appreciative of his support throughout. Despite time constraints, he covered all sights reasonably well. If I were to highlight some improvements, it is the cramped seating on the van for those on the tall side, though he quickly resolved mine. Thank you Jeffrey!