Discover the captivating layers of Beijing on an all-inclusive 2-day tour designed exclusively for discerning travelers. Led by an expert local guide, explore iconic historical landmarks like the Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, and Summer Palace, while also uncovering the city’s lesser-known local life, from the peaceful Lama Temple to the hidden Hutong alleys. Rest assured with seamless hotel transfers and our transparent upfront price with no hidden charges.
- 4 World Heritage Sites: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace
- Cultural Immersions: Traditional Hutong rickshaw ride and a courtyard family visit.
- All-inclusive: Door-to-door transfers, entrance fees, guide and driver, a buffet lunch
- Great Wall Experience: Round-trip cable car or chairlift up & toboggan down included.
✓ Highway tolls, parking fees, and local taxes✓ Great Wall facilities: a scenic round-way cable car, or a fun chairlift up & toboggan down✓ All entrance fees✓ Lunch✓ Professional guide, dedicated driver, Eco-friendly electric vehicle✓ A premium buffet lunch for Day 1✓ Unlimited bottled water✓ Pickup & drop-off at your downtown hotel lobby✓ Free child seat upon request✓ Free earphones✕ Hotel accommodation✕ GratuitiesDay 1: Tiananmen Square - Forbidden City (Palace Museum) - Buffet Lunch - Mutianyu Great Wall
Repas : déjeuner
Meals: Lunch
Day 1, stop 1
Tiananmen Square
1 h
Meet your guide in your hotel lobby for a seamless, chauffeured transfer to Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing’s historic axis and modern power center. Enjoy a relaxing stroll to capture stunning photos of landmarks like the Great Hall of the People, National Museum, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, and Monument to the People’s Heroes.
Day 1, stop 2
The Palace Museum
2 h, entrée incluse
Step into the magnificent Forbidden City (Palace Museum), the world’s ultimate imperial palace and China’s power center for 500 years from 1420 to 1911 AD. While navigating the emperors’ legendary 9,999 rooms can be overwhelming, our curated, expert-led route cuts through the crowds, ensuring a smooth journey showcasing the absolute highlights along the grand axis from the Meridian Gate to the Gate of Divine Prowess.
Day 1, stop 3
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
30 min, entrée incluse
Explore the Outer Court’s three grand halls, where the emperor hosted state ceremonies.
Day 1, stop 4
Palace of Heavenly Purity
30 min, entrée incluse
Discover the Inner Court’s three main palaces - the emperor’s private quarters and executive office.
Day 1, stop 5
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
30 min, entrée incluse
Wander through the leisure grounds for the emperor and the imperial harem.
Day 1, stop 6
Mutianyu Great Wall
4 h, entrée incluse
Relax during a scenic 1.5-hour drive to the beautifully preserved, crowd-free Mutianyu Great Wall. Before your ascent, refuel with a premium buffet lunch with local flavors and soft drinks.
To maximize your comfort, we’ve included your choice of mountain transport: take a leisurely round-trip cable car ride, or ascend via chairlift and ride a thrilling toboggan down. Enjoy a 2-hour hike along the defensive wall built atop the undulating ridges, uncovering historical beacon towers and soaking in breathtaking views. Finally, we will escort you back to your downtown Beijing hotel.
Day 2: Temple of Heaven - Hutong Rickshaw Tour & Local Family Visit - Lama Temple - Summer Palace
Day 2, stop 1
Temple of Heaven
2 h, entrée incluse
Your morning begins with a hotel pickup before we whisk you to the Temple of Heaven, a sacred sanctuary where ancient emperors held elaborate rituals to secure prosperous harvests. Alongside your guide, you’ll marvel at the architectural genius of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, stand on the Circular Mound Altar where emperors communed with Heaven, and test the mysterious acoustics of the Echo Wall.
Note: If your travel date falls on a Monday when the main sights of the Temple of Heaven are closed, we’ll visit Beihai Park instead.
Day 2, stop 2
Hutong Tour
1 h 30, entrée incluse
Let’s continue our journey into the historic Hutong alleys. Board a traditional rickshaw to glide through a maze of narrow, willow-shaded lanes alive with local chatter. The real highlight comes with an exclusive family visit inside a private quadrangle courtyard, where you’ll experience authentic Beijing hospitality and a rare glimpse into centuries of the locals’ preserved heritage and life wisdom.
Day 2, stop 3
1 h 30, entrée incluse
Next, we’ll visit the ancient Lama Temple, a brilliant fusion of Han Chinese and Tibetan architecture that stands as Beijing’s largest and most impeccably preserved Buddhist lamasery.
Day 2, stop 4
Summer Palace
2 h, entrée incluse
Our grand finale goes to the Summer Palace, a grand imperial retreat dominated by the majestic Longevity Hill and the vast, peaceful Kunming Lake. Strolling beneath the intricately painted beams of the Long Corridor, you’ll feel transported back to the days of imperial luxury. Finally, we will escort you smoothly back to your hotel.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Free pickup and drop-off at your downtown hotel lobby.
Your pickup time will be confirmed one day in advance.
If your hotel is not listed, please specify its name and address in special requirements.
There are different tour options on our product page, so please read carefully for the Tour Option Description on your ticket/voucher to confirm what you have booked.
Lunch is offered only for Day 1. For Day 2, lunch is not included. Your guide will be glad to offer some advice.
The pick-up time will be sent to you one day before your day trip starts. If you haven't received the pick-up message before 19:00, contact the supplier anytime via phone 13002975563 or 029-85236688.
On the tour day, please make sure to bring the same identification (e.g. passport) that you offered us to issue the entrance tickets.
The sightseeing order of the attractions might be adjusted according to real situations, and the two-day tours swapped sometimes.
Public Holidays: Please aware there will be large crowds and heavy traffic in Chinese public holidays like May Day from May 1st to 5th and National Day from Oct 1st to 7th. We will do the best to arrange the tour.
If your hotel is beyond our free pick-up range, you may need to get to a meeting point or pay extra for the pick-up. Your travel consultant is ready to help.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Suitable for all physical fitness levels Free pickup and drop-off are included for downtown hotels. If your hotel is outside the service zone, an additional mileage fee applies, or you can join us at a designated meeting point. Please be ready 5 minutes before the pickup time confirmed the day before. Please note that no-shows are non-refundable. If your travel date falls on a Monday when the main sights of the Temple of Heaven are closed, we’ll visit Beihai Park instead. The Forbidden City requires a real-name reservation 7 days in advance and tickets are easily sold out. We highly recommend booking your tour as early as possible; otherwise, international travelers may need to line up to buy tickets on site. Please provide your accurate passport information for real-name ticket bookings, and make sure to carry the same valid ID on the tour day; otherwise, the scenic area will deny entry. Chinese nationals, including guests from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, need to provide their official Chinese names and book at least 7 days in advance. Your expert guide will help you breeze through security checks at Tiananmen Square. Leave your bag in the car and carry only your passport and bottled water to speed up the progress. Great Wall Toboggan: For safety, it is not available for guests over 60, pregnant women, and children under 3. Children aged 3 to 10 may ride when accompanied by an adult. Don’t worry if the toboggan isn’t for you – the round-trip cable car or chairlift is suitable for everyone. This tour is not recommended for guests over 85 or wheelchair users. 2-Day Beijing Mini Group Tours Feature: All highlights in one go, saving with group pricing while enjoying mini-group flexibility. All-inclusive: Hotel pickup & drop-off, tickets, Great Wall 2-way cable car or chairlift+toboggan, buffet lunch on Day 1, guide & driver. Route: Day 1: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall. Day 2: Temple of Heaven, Hutong, Lama Temple, Summer Palace. Pickup included 2-Day Beijing Private Tours Feature: Classic tours fully customizable to your personal interests. All-inclusive: Private guide & driver, exclusive car, tickets, buffet lunch on day 1, Great Wall 2-way cable car or chairlift+toboggan. Route: Day 1: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall. Day 2: Temple of Heaven, Hutong, Lama Temple, Summer Palace. Pickup included Book in advance, especially during peak seasons, as tickets for the Forbidden City sell out quickly. Carry your passport for ticket verification. Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking. Be prepared for crowds, especially at Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 7493P10
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WizardTrip Help Center History enthusiasts Culture seekers First-time visitors to Beijing Explore Beijing's most iconic historical landmarks. Experience the grandeur of the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Discover local life in the traditional Hutong alleys. Enjoy an all-inclusive experience with hotel transfers and entrance fees. Choose between cable car or chairlift/toboggan for your Great Wall adventure.
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What is the pickup process for this tour? + Free pickup and drop-off are included for downtown hotels. Your pickup time will be confirmed one day in advance. If your hotel is not listed, please specify its name and address in special requirements.
What is included in the tour price? + The tour includes highway tolls, parking fees, local taxes, Great Wall facilities (cable car or chairlift/toboggan), all entrance fees, lunch on Day 1, a professional guide, a dedicated driver, an eco-friendly electric vehicle, unlimited bottled water, and pickup/drop-off at your downtown hotel lobby.
What is the cancellation policy? + For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Are there any age restrictions for the Great Wall toboggan? + For safety, the toboggan is not available for guests over 60, pregnant women, and children under 3. Children aged 3 to 10 may ride when accompanied by an adult. The round-trip cable car or chairlift is suitable for everyone.
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Helen was a great guide. Spoke English well. Shared lots of history and fun facts. Well organized.
Response from the operator · tcgtours1997 Thank you for your kind review! Helen will be so happy to hear that her well-organized guidance, excellent English, and interesting stories made your experience so memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words.
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Response from the operator · TCG-AgateTravel Many thanks for your thoughtful and detailed feedback. Helen will be pleased to hear that her enthusiasm, knowledge, and storytelling approach contributed to such an engaging experience—and that her historical insights sparked a lasting interest. We're glad the Summer Palace stood out for you. Your kind words are greatly appreciated.
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Response from the operator · TCG-AgateTravel Many thanks for your thoughtful feedback. Helen will be pleased to hear that her professionalism and calm management made such a busy Golden Week day feel smooth and enjoyable. Your recognition of the effort involved is greatly appreciated. We wish you all the best and hope to welcome you back in the future.
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