Private All-Inclusive Day Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall
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Private All-Inclusive Day Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall
By Lily's Beijing Tour Guide & Car Service
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Independent travelers will love the flexibility of this private all-inclusive day tour. Skip the crowds and avoid the lines at the top attractions near Beijing by having entrance fees organized for you. You’ll save time and travel in a private vehicle to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China. This is a great tour for those who want to see some of China’s top attractions.
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Duration: 8–9 hours
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Live guide: Chinese, English
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Highlights
- Save time and see three of China’s most famous landmarks in a day
- Entrance fees included for Tiananmen Square, Great Wall, and Forbidden City
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Stress-free day with private transport, a guide, and lunch provided
- Local taxes
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Driver with private car
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round way cable car or Chairlift up and toboggan down
- Entry/Admission - Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
- Entry/Admission - Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
- Entry/Admission - The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
- Entry/Admission - Mutianyu Great Wall
What's not included- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- After a morning pickup from your hotel, you’ll travel in comfort in a private vehicle to Tiananmen Square. You’ll learn about China’s history by visiting the National Museum of China and the Great Hall of the People. A must-see site is Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum, and the Forbidden City. A delicious dumpling lunch is provided at a local restaurant, and then the next stop is the Great Wall of China. To beat the crowds, you’ll go to a typically less-crowded part of the wall called Mutianyu. Once you’re at the Great Wall, you’ll have the freedom to hike for about two hours. Don’t worry about tired legs—you can travel by cable car halfway up to start your walk. For the ride down, you can choose cable car again or the more adventurous option of riding a toboggan. The day ends with a return back to your hotel.
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Departure Point: Your centrally located hotel or residence in Beijing City
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26448P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26448P4
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Itinerary
- 1Pass byChairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang)Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang)
- 2Pass byMeridian Gate (Wu Men)
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- timaT3503ST0 contributionsGood TourGood guided Tour in english language. Stell's you a lot about the history of Forbidden City. You can stay afterwards on your ownWritten February 3, 2025
- linhtF6303SC0 contributionsBeijingSofia is very friendly and knowledge. She is take care of us and we have a wonderful trip. Hope to come back in china again and find for here.Written February 3, 2025
- 394minhanhv0 contributionsGreat ExperienceWe came a bit late but our tour guide was amazing and very helpful for the whole trip. Highly reccomend for those who want an easy trip. Cheers !!!Written February 3, 2025
- setyoh20250 contributionsThe best tripwe came to china for the Chinese New year.it is very busy this days .but the tour is very good .the tour guide is sofa .she talked to me from we chat on e day before and sent to me the meeting point.but the traffic a little bit busy. we came a little bit late .she is waiting for us .one that day.we bring the luggage with us .even she helped us to left the luggage in the main entrance of the forbidden city .when we finished the tour .she is very kind to help us get the luggage.she know all the history about the forbidden city.she is very good to organization the trip . we love the trip very much .I will recommend to my friend when they Come to chinaWritten February 2, 2025
- R8022DQbenr0 contributionsForbidden city tourWe really enjoyed the Forbidden City. Our tour guide Sofia was great and had lots of fascinating insights and information about the site.Written February 2, 2025
- kopconm0 contributionsgreat day in the forbidden CitySuper nice tour :) Sofia was a great guide. we have enjoy a lot! even thought it was a little bit busy the tour was very well organazieWritten February 1, 2025
- R4158YIadrianc0 contributionsAwesome tour of Forbidden CitySofia did an amazing job showing us around the Forbidden City. Definitely recommend for anyone visiting Beijing. Views were great and we took many good photosWritten February 1, 2025
- Paradise660888547150 contributionsForbidden city tourSofia was great! She took us around the whole place and gave an explanation in the most important places. Definitely a nice experienceWritten January 31, 2025
- 379xabierg0 contributionsForbidden city with SophieIt’s was amazing. We really enjoyed the visit Sophie! We had a lot of explanations about everything related to the emperor’s lifeWritten January 31, 2025
- 549wojciechm0 contributionsForbidden city with SofiaGreat tour by Sofia, very informative. Took a lot of beautiful pictures. A lot of informative knowledge and great stories :)Written January 31, 2025
- pedrocF5574UE0 contributions100 %recommendAll was amazing. Sofia was a great guide The guide was very informative and kindly. We were mind-blow with the scenery and the historyWritten January 31, 2025
- I6964POmelanieb0 contributionsForbidden cityI went with the tourguide Sofia and she knows her way through the palace which is great. And it is impressive how much she knows and can tell, I learned a lot. She even brought a book to show us some picturesWritten January 30, 2025
- H217WBgabrielr0 contributionsForbidden City with SofiaSofia is a wonderful tour guide and incredibly knowledgeable. She led our tour with poise and enthusiasm. I’m glad that she was our guide for the Forbidden City.Written January 30, 2025
- mlikissa0 contributionsIt was greatOur tour guide Summer was great. I had issues trying to get in (travellers note: you are not allowed to have wheeled cases inside the forbidden city) and the tour guide took the time to help me out. Very knowledgeable and tried to steer us away from the most crowded parts when possible and catered the tour around what the group wanted to see. Another note: it's worth persevering through the first part of the tour. the entrance and first gate were super crowded and it was hard to hear or follow what's going on but once through the first gate, the crowds thin out and the whole experience was much more manageable.Written January 30, 2025
- kopconm0 contributionsvery good half day forbidden city tourI book the tour from the Lily company .the tour is excellent .the tour guide sofia sent me the meeting point and meeting time one day before on that day .she is the very good .I am the first one in our group .she told me history of Beijing .the whole trip .she is all smiling .she know the history about all the forbidden CityWritten January 29, 2025
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Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic1 contribution
Our tour of the Great Wall of China was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to our incredible guide. She was not only highly knowledgeable about the history and significance of this iconic landmark, but also made the experience engaging and fun.
Her passion for sharing Chinese culture and history was evident in every detail she shared. She patiently answered all of our questions and ensured that everyone in the group felt included and comfortable throughout the journey.
The itinerary was perfectly planned, and her expertise allowed us to explore the most breathtaking spots while avoiding the busiest areas. Her warm personality and professionalism truly made the day special.
If you’re planning to visit the Great Wall, I highly recommend booking a tour with her. You won’t be disappointed!
Her passion for sharing Chinese culture and history was evident in every detail she shared. She patiently answered all of our questions and ensured that everyone in the group felt included and comfortable throughout the journey.
The itinerary was perfectly planned, and her expertise allowed us to explore the most breathtaking spots while avoiding the busiest areas. Her warm personality and professionalism truly made the day special.
If you’re planning to visit the Great Wall, I highly recommend booking a tour with her. You won’t be disappointed!
Written December 14, 2024
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Nicola W
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Aug 2024 • Family
Our day out with Jerry was amazing. With rain forecast he swapped around our itinerary so that we still covered everything but in an order that meant we didn’t miss anything when the rain came and closed access to The Great Wall. Jerry’s English was excellent and he had great knowledge of not just the places we went but also our random questions about China in general. He was also super helpful when our son fell ill and needed time to rest and recover. We had Gary as our driver and he navigated the very heavy traffic with great skill. A fabulous day exploring The Great Wall and The Forbidden City. Thank you Jerry!
Written August 9, 2024
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Nikola B
4 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The tour is very well structured. Even though we went during one of the busiest holiday period, our tour guide Maggie helped us navigate the sites quickly. She explained the history behind the sites in great detail. The lunch at the local restaurant was great, with huge portions!
The Forbidden City and the Great Wall are the main attractions in Beijing, so I would highly recommend this tour in order to enjoy these sights, without stressing about the tickets. We would highly recommend this tour, especially with Maggie! 10/10
The Forbidden City and the Great Wall are the main attractions in Beijing, so I would highly recommend this tour in order to enjoy these sights, without stressing about the tickets. We would highly recommend this tour, especially with Maggie! 10/10
Written May 2, 2024
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Fiona H
Gainsborough, UK1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Couples
We had an amazing, full and very busy day with Jeffrey - our guide for the day. Worth every penny and a trip that you would not be able to do any other way than with an experienced guide and driver. We had a one day layover in Beijing. Paid a little extra thanks to Lily for the driver to collect us at the airport, drive into the city to meet up with Jeffrey, have our tour and be dropped off at our hotel afterwards. Very comfortable air conditioned car throughout the day - we were treated very well. Jeffrey is outstanding and very organized - he helped you through lots of queues efficiently, sorted tickets and security with you to help maximize the time to see the three parts of the tour. The complexities of tickets, queues, traffic, language and security in Beijing are such that you really wouldn’t be able to do this without an English speaking guide. Jeffrey shared so much of his extensive knowledge about Tiannemen Square, Forbidden City and Great Wall which was fascinating. He gave us a few choices such as whether to take chairlift, cable car and toboggan run at the wall - we chose chairlift and toboggan which was fun. At the end of the day, Jeffrey helped book us in to our hotel - again not the easiest of transactions. Foreign tourists are welcome and safe in Beijing but some things are tricky - very few places will accept cards or Apple Pay - you need to set up Alipay before you arrive in China (Jeffrey then showed us how to use it). Internet is very limited and locked down. Jeffrey allowed us to hotspot his phone - even then we couldn’t use gmail, whattsapp, Facebook, or messenger. Internet was needed to use Alipay so worth being prepared for that.
We’re so glad we did this experience and would thoroughly recommend it. Great communication with Lily before we arrived in Beijing and a superb time with Jeffrey. Thank you so much!
We’re so glad we did this experience and would thoroughly recommend it. Great communication with Lily before we arrived in Beijing and a superb time with Jeffrey. Thank you so much!
Written August 18, 2024
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Fattymatty1
Central Poland, Poland114 contributions
The tour company was fantastic keeping me in touch and Jeffrey the guide also got in touch and kept me informed …. To be fair could not have been any better
We met at 8am in my hotel lobby and proceeded to the private car waiting for us
The driver was courteous and polite gave me some chilled water and off we went
1st stop Tiananmen Square and wow how big ,Jeffrey was very knowledgeable and informed us all the way the history and era’s /Dynasty that things change
We then went to the Forbidden city and again it was truly mesmerising the history and architecture
After approx 2/3 hours we exited and the car was waiting to take us to the Great Wall
On route we stopped at a restaurant for dinner and it was very tasty
We arrived at the Great Wall shortly after dinner and OMG what a place .We took the chairlift up as it was closer than the cable car and good call the views were amazing and when we got to the top Jeffrey was in his element explaining the history
When you do these tours you always hope to get the best guide and on this occasion I definitely did
We left the Great Wall and drove back to the hotel were we parted as new friends
I can not say it was cheap as I was alone but it was amazing value and an amazing day
I can not heap any more praise on Lilly tours or especially Jeffrey
Would highly recommend!!!!!
We met at 8am in my hotel lobby and proceeded to the private car waiting for us
The driver was courteous and polite gave me some chilled water and off we went
1st stop Tiananmen Square and wow how big ,Jeffrey was very knowledgeable and informed us all the way the history and era’s /Dynasty that things change
We then went to the Forbidden city and again it was truly mesmerising the history and architecture
After approx 2/3 hours we exited and the car was waiting to take us to the Great Wall
On route we stopped at a restaurant for dinner and it was very tasty
We arrived at the Great Wall shortly after dinner and OMG what a place .We took the chairlift up as it was closer than the cable car and good call the views were amazing and when we got to the top Jeffrey was in his element explaining the history
When you do these tours you always hope to get the best guide and on this occasion I definitely did
We left the Great Wall and drove back to the hotel were we parted as new friends
I can not say it was cheap as I was alone but it was amazing value and an amazing day
I can not heap any more praise on Lilly tours or especially Jeffrey
Would highly recommend!!!!!
Written June 7, 2024
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Kelly G
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May 2024 • Family
Highly recommend booking this tour with Lucy. Lucy was an excellent tour guide - she was very knowledgeable about each place we visited, and shared this in a captivating way. Despite being extremely busy as a public holiday, Lucy's attentiveness and organisation skills meant the day went so smoothly. It would be much more difficult to visit these places only speaking English (and you wouldnt learn nearly as much) - so highly recommend booking the tour with Lucy. Mr Young was also a great driver - felt very safe, and had fresh bottled water throughout the tour for us. For lunch we had authentic chinese food and it was the best food i've had in China. Thank you Lucy and Mr Young for an amazing day!
Written May 3, 2024
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Jared W
2 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Kevin, our tour guide was amazing from start to finish. On arrival to our hotel, we were called by Kevin to confirm time of pick for our tour the next day, and also checked in to see that we arrived ok. He was very prompt with our pick up time and the day ran smoothly. He talked us through our itinerary and always made sure we knew what the plan was. Hassle free with ticketing and getting to and from our destinations. Kevin is very knowledgeable not only about where we visited (Tiananmen square, forbidden city, Great Wall) but about Beijing history in general. Always talking with us and giving us information throughout the trip. Very easy to talk to and get a long with. Kevin was also a great photographer and always willing to take our pictures. He went above and beyond to ensure we had an awesome day. I would highly recommend Kevin to my friends when they visit Beijing as he had already been recommended this tour by a friend who visited in May this year.
Written July 27, 2024
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Allyson P
7 contributions
Oct 2024 • Friends
We had an absolutely amazing time on this tour! Our guide Lucy helped arrange everything for us, including our hotel pickup, admission tickets, and even our photos. She was incredibly knowledgeable as well, and gave us detailed historical descriptions of everything we saw. Our driver Gary was also great and was readily available to pick us up as soon as we finished touring a location. We appreciated having a private van, so we could enjoy our tour on our own time and not feel rushed. They also provided us plenty of water bottles, and the included lunch was also pretty good. It was a Chinese buffet, but they also had some western options for those with pickier palettes. I would especially recommend this to anyone looking for a more private experience, or anyone with older group members who need a little extra time and care when traveling. It was so seamless and nice to know that everything was taken care of for us.
Written October 9, 2024
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Gretchell
Cali, Colombia7 contributions
I had an incredible experience on this tour in Beijing, visiting three iconic sites: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China. Each location was breathtaking and full of history, but what truly made this tour unforgettable was our guide, Lucy.
Lucy was outstanding in every way. Her extensive knowledge of history and culture brought each site to life with fascinating facts and stories. Her English was perfect, making communication seamless and enjoyable. Lucy was also incredibly kind and attentive, always ensuring we were comfortable and well taken care of. A memorable moment was when she lent me her gloves to help with the cold—such a thoughtful gesture!
I highly recommend Lucy to anyone who has limited time but wants to experience these beautiful, culturally rich, and historic landmarks. She made the tour smooth, engaging, and truly special. Thank you, Lucy, for such an amazing day!
Lucy was outstanding in every way. Her extensive knowledge of history and culture brought each site to life with fascinating facts and stories. Her English was perfect, making communication seamless and enjoyable. Lucy was also incredibly kind and attentive, always ensuring we were comfortable and well taken care of. A memorable moment was when she lent me her gloves to help with the cold—such a thoughtful gesture!
I highly recommend Lucy to anyone who has limited time but wants to experience these beautiful, culturally rich, and historic landmarks. She made the tour smooth, engaging, and truly special. Thank you, Lucy, for such an amazing day!
Written November 23, 2024
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Julian D
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We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing tour guide, Lucy, for making our trip to China an unforgettable experience. Her deep knowledge and passion for Chinese history and culture were truly remarkable, and we learned so much from her insights.
Lucy guided us through some of the most iconic landmarks, starting with the breathtaking Great Wall of China. She shared fascinating stories about its construction and significance, making the visit even more meaningful. At the Forbidden City in Beijing, her detailed explanations brought the rich history of the imperial palace to life, helping us appreciate the grandeur of the architecture and its historical importance.
One of the most memorable parts of the trip was when Lucy took us to a local village for an authentic meal. The food was absolutely delicious, with a variety of flavors and dishes we’ll never forget. Her choice of location gave us a genuine taste of traditional Chinese cuisine and culture, making it a unique and enriching experience.
Lucy’s warmth, professionalism, and dedication made our journey seamless and enjoyable. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful time. We can’t thank her enough and highly recommend her to anyone looking to explore the wonders of China!
Lucy guided us through some of the most iconic landmarks, starting with the breathtaking Great Wall of China. She shared fascinating stories about its construction and significance, making the visit even more meaningful. At the Forbidden City in Beijing, her detailed explanations brought the rich history of the imperial palace to life, helping us appreciate the grandeur of the architecture and its historical importance.
One of the most memorable parts of the trip was when Lucy took us to a local village for an authentic meal. The food was absolutely delicious, with a variety of flavors and dishes we’ll never forget. Her choice of location gave us a genuine taste of traditional Chinese cuisine and culture, making it a unique and enriching experience.
Lucy’s warmth, professionalism, and dedication made our journey seamless and enjoyable. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful time. We can’t thank her enough and highly recommend her to anyone looking to explore the wonders of China!
Written December 26, 2024
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Is this tour doable with an 11 hour layover at PEK in late Oct? Arriving international flight around 6AM and departing on a domestic flight around 5PM.
Written July 29, 2024
This would be difficult. The section of the Great Wall is hours away and you would hit rush hour traffic coming back to the city.
Written January 10, 2025
I am interested in the above tour and would like to book it for my family of 4 at the end of November.
I would like to inquire about the following:
- Is this a wheelchair-accessible tour? My son uses a manual wheelchair, and I want to ensure that this tour is suitable for a wheelchair user.
- What is the group size for this tour? Can we have a private tour just for my family?
- What is the mode of transport from the hotel to the tour destinations? I need to confirm if there is boot space to keep my son’s wheelchair.
Written June 8, 2024
Hi, we have a 18hrs stop in Beijing and we would like to book this tour but we have a few questions before: Is there any chance that you can pickup us at the international airport terminal? Can we bring our luggage with us (2 suitcases)? Thank you in advance
Written January 16, 2024
We have long stop between flights in Beijing. Can you pick us up and get back to the airport?
Written January 16, 2024
Hi My self and wife are arriving by cruise ship to Tianjin port on May 17th 9am and departing May 18th 7pm would you be able to pick up and drop off at port.
Written January 22, 2020
Hi, i would like to get this tour for tomorrow but my hotel is not on the list, it is nearby to the international airport PEK, is it anyway you can pick me up from here?
Written January 22, 2020
I wish I could give you an answer, but we were
with a Viking Cruise / Land tour. They provided
the transportation during this trip.
Written January 22, 2020
Hi. What time would we be back at hotel? Flight out of PEK is 20.10 on Friday 17 Jan. Thanks Andrew
Written January 2, 2020
You are cutting it close, unless you do as what the other answer said and skip the Square and Forbidden City to just do the Great Wall. I was picked up before 8 AM at the airport Hilton, did all three sites, and got back to the hotel around 18:00. The big variable is traffic, it was very busy going into the city, so you may not get to the Square until 10:00 and it takes a good 2 - 3 hours to walk through the Square and Forbidden City, another couple of hours drive to the Great Wall, and 1 - 2 hours drive back to the hotel.
Written January 2, 2020
Hi, I will have one full day in Beijing, and I am looking at staying in a hotel near Beijing international airport. Is there a pick up from here? Thanks
Written December 29, 2019
I found them to be very accommodating and you can ask them about picking you up from your hotel near airport.
Written December 30, 2019
I will be arriving either Sunday night November 1, 2020 or Monday morning November 2. This tour will be good for Tuesday November 3. What do you have for Monday?
Written December 4, 2019
They have half-day tours, although I think those start in the morning, and you will have to arrange your own transportation to the meeting point. I would take the advice above, wait until the 3rd for a full day tour.
Written December 5, 2019
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