Private Tour
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
This day highlight tour will show you 3 most popular and must see attractions in Beijing, including Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City(Note: If your travel date falls on a Monday (when the Forbidden City is closed), we will visit the Lama Temple as an alternative instead. Known as the “Mini Forbidden City”, it is the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in China.) and Mutianyu Great Wall. air-conditioning car transfer, entrance fee, round way cable car or toboggan tickets on the Great Wall and lunch are inclusive. Come and enjoy this wonderful day trip to get to know some interesting stories about this amazing city.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The Forbidden City is closed every Monday. In that case, we will visit Tiananmen Square, Lama Temple and the Great Wall instead.
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.
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.
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.
Please book carefully if you have a train, flight or other arrangements in the evening. The tour may be delayed due to various reasons.
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tiananmen Square
In the morning, your tour guide and private car with driver will come to meet you at your hotel lobby. The first place you will visit the Tiananmen Square which is the biggest city center square in the world. Moreover, along famous Chang'an Street, you will see The Great Hall of People, and The National Museum (used to be named Chinese history and revolution museum). In additional, the center of the square is the Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum.
Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang)
Passby
What‘s Included
Chairlift up+ down ticket or slide down Tower #6/ Cable car up+ down ticket Tower #14
Bottled water
Professional guide
Entrance fee
Hotel pickup and drop off(not available for Budget option"Meet at Grand Hotel)
Lunch
Forbidden City is closed every Monday. Visit Tiananmen Square, Lama Temple and & Great Wall instead.
All the local taxes
Parking Fees
Driver with car or van
Gratuities
Souvenirs
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Mini-Group your hotel pickup
Group of approximately 8 guest: Include: Your downtown Hotel pickup & Drop-off, Tickets, Lunch, Guide, Driver, Round trip Great Wall cable car Duration: 11 hours: The tour duration may vary slightly depending on traffic conditions. Pickup time: 7:00am–7:30 am (based on your hotel). Premium Mini Group Tour: At a better price, with a friendly group where you can meet fellow travelers. Important Notice: Please book carefully if you have a train, flight or other arrangements in the evening. Pickup included
All-inclusive private tour
Included: Tickets, Lunch, Guide, Driver, Hotel pickup & Drop-off, Round-trip cable car tickets / or Chairlift and toboggan ticket. Duration: 9 hours: The duration is depending on the traffic condition. It can be longer if the traffic very bad. Noted: Toboggan not available for over 60's. About cable way, there are two independent companies you can choose one OR the other. Pickup included
Meet at Grand Hotel/Budget Opt
Around 12 people: No need to provide us with your hotel details. We do not offer hotel pickup or drop-off service. Meet at Grand Hotel Beijing Meeting time: around 7:40am: By Taxi: 35 East Chang'an Avenue, Dongcheng District, Beijing By Metro: Line 1 / 8 Wangfujing Station Exit: C (Southwest) Duration: 11 hours Included: Tickets, Lunch, Guide, Driver, Round trip Great Wall cable car or toboggan. Important Notice: Please book carefully if you have a train, flight or other arrangements in the evening. Pickup included
Reviews
3,393 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun experience in Beijing
E C,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience! Everything was wonderful! Our tour guide Lucy was knowledgeable, and all the logistics went smoothly. She was very informative about all the history of the places we visited and knew the best places to take photos. Our driver took very good care of us and was an excellent driver. The restaurant we went for lunch was also excellent! I’d recommend everyone who visits Beijing to sign up for this tour.
Great solo travel experience
237brycec,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jerry was a great guide and was very accommodating in terms of how long/where we went. He was super friendly and knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor while remaining professional. As a solo traveler, I had a great experience.
Nice adventure
sylik5,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were with Lucy our tour quide who knows well what time and where exactly we should go to avoid wasting time on queue. Morover, she knows the places where you can take beautiful pictures. Worth to take that trip if you want to feel the spirit of Beijin in a one day!
Super tour
scottbB8922DB,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptional tour. Lucy, our tour guide, was very informative and super friendly. Definitely worth every penny and would 100% reccomend. 5🌟
Highly recommend
669niamhb,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic trip! What a great day. Lucy was very informative and helpful 🥰 Throughout the trip we kept thinking how happy we were that we booked a guided tour as opposed to seeing these sights alone. Lucy provided tips and tricks to help us skip out on busy areas, took photos and also gave us facts and context to everything that we saw throughout the tour. Highly recommend
Best day tour I’ve had !!
clairenrob,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were meet at our hotel by Sunny ( our guide ) And Mr Yang ( our driver ) From the 1 st meeting with Sunny I knew it was going to be a great tour , her English was excellent and personality to match , her knowledge of Chinese history was amazing and answered every question. The whole tour was great from start to finish , and I would definitely recommend . If you are lucky you may even get Sunny as your guide , or even better request her . Rob ( Australia )
Great experience. Saw a...
Alex P,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Saw a lot on the day. Lunch was amazing and the tea ceremony a must. Would recommend this tour to all.
Fantastic tour
alfrede859,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic time on my Beijing tour! Visiting all the famous sites was an incredible experience, the tour was well organized from start to finish. Our tour guide, Lucy, was very knowledgeable and shared so much interesting history and insight about each location.
A Must-do experience!
paulieoz,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great trip! 3 incredible sites in one day. Our guide, Lucy Yi was FANTASTIC. Her English was faultless and her knowledge was superb. She answered any questions with ease. Our group included seniors (me), singles and a young family and Lucy looked after us all with utmost professionalism.
In good hands...
Andy M,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a delightful day with tour guide extraordinaire Lucy Yi and the other tour members. Lucy is a fountain of knowledge and very caring. The tour itself is well paced and informative. Overall a great experience.
Related Experiences
Operated by Lily's Tour Company