Beijing City Break (Standard)
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PRIVATE TOUR: Discover the highlights of China’s capital on this four-day city break, starting and ending in Beijing. After arrival, settle in and enjoy time at leisure before diving into the city’s rich history. You’ll explore vast Tiananmen Square, step inside the magnificent Forbidden City, and visit the elegant Temple of Heaven. A day trip takes you to the scenic Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, one of its most impressive and picturesque stretches. With guided sightseeing balanced by free time, this tour offers a relaxed yet rewarding introduction to Beijing’s culture, heritage and iconic landmarks.
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Accommodation Standard
Standard
Tour Overview
Duration
4 daysHotel Rating
3 star hotelsStarts
BeijingEnds
BeijingMinimum Age
12 years oldMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in China that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Services of local guides for included sightseeing and activitiesCountry
ChinaMeals Included
Breakfast: 3Passengers
$888.00
$266.00
Accommodation Standard
Standard
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Short Stays
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Services of local guides for included sightseeing and activitiesGroup Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Short StaysAccommodation Standard
Standard
Tour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Accommodation Standard
Standard
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Beijing
On arrival in Beijing, we are met by our local guide and driver and transfer to the hotel, a journey of approximately 1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic. The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to rest after your journey or begin exploring the city at your own pace.
Day 2 - Imperial Beijing
After breakfast at the hotel, we visit Tiananmen Square, the vast public space that witnessed the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Framed by significant landmarks and dominated by the iconic portrait of Mao Zedong at the Tiananmen Gate, the square is one of the largest in the world and holds immense historical and cultural importance.
We then enter the Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum. For over 500 years, this immense imperial complex was home to the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties and was strictly closed to the outside world. With more than 800 buildings and nearly 9,000 chambers, it remains the best-preserved palace complex in China.
Please Note: The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. If tickets are unavailable during peak season, we visit the Lama Temple and Confucius Temple instead.
In the afternoon, we visit the Temple of Heaven, regarded as one of the finest examples of religious architecture in China. This sacred site was where emperors prayed to Heaven for good harvests, reflecting the deep connection between imperial power and nature.
We also visit a traditional tea store to learn more about China’s long-standing tea culture.
Day 3 - The Great Wall at Mutianyu
After breakfast, we travel to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, one of the most renowned and well-preserved stretches of this iconic monument. Set among rolling mountains, the scenery changes dramatically with the seasons, from spring blossoms and summer greenery to autumn foliage and winter snow. Mutianyu is admired both in China and internationally for its impressive structure and scenic setting.
We then visit a jade factory to gain insight into jade craftsmanship, an art form that has been highly valued in Chinese culture for thousands of years. Afterwards, we return to the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure, with meals at your own arrangement.
Day 4 - Departure from Beijing
After breakfast at the hotel, time is at leisure until our transfer to the airport or railway station for departure.
Accommodation Standard
Standard
Tour Reviews
Accommodation Standard
Standard
Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Beijing Pre-Tour Accommodation
Accommodation Standard
Standard
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Accommodation Standard
Standard
Prices & Dates
'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers or anyone wanting the privacy of their own room, based on a booking party of at least two travellers.
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