Private Tour
Beijing: Great Wall & Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private Option)
Overview
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When visiting Beijing, two attractions you simply can’t miss are the Forbidden City and the Great Wall—they stand as the city’s most iconic symbols of history and grandeur. To help you experience these treasures perfectly, we offer two tailored tour options: a Small Group Tour (max 8 people) for a cozy, shared journey, and a Private Tour for a personalized, flexible adventure. All-inclusive Tour—you won’t need to pay any additional costs. Both tours start with the Tian'anmen Suqare, then the Forbidden City—an ancient imperial palace complex that served emperors for centuries, with its grand courtyards and intricate architecture telling stories of dynastic glory. Later, head to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall—a top choice thanks to its well-preserved battlements&sweeping views of lush mountains that make the ancient fortifications even more breathtaking. With a knowledgeable guide by your side, you’ll deepen your understanding of Beijing’s culture while creating lifelong memories
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A passport is required during the tour; will be denied without one.
Small Group Tour: 1: This tour is set to leave at 7:00 a.m. on the tour day, though the exact time depends on the actual pick-up schedule. 2: The sequence of pick-ups will be decided according to the number of guests and the distribution of their hotels on the tour day, and will be confirmed the day before departure. 3: To make sure you get the correct details about your pick-up time and location, please be sure to check the email we sent you one day prior to departure. If you don’t receive the email or have any inquiries, we suggest reaching out to us immediately to verify the information and prevent missing the tour. 4: Please arrive at your designated pick-up spot on time as per the confirmed schedule. For guests who are late by more than 10 minutes, we won’t be able to wait, and these guests will be recorded as "No Show".
Chinese citizens (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) need to book this tour 7 days in advance. By regulation, please submit Chinese name & ID number when reserving and present the ID on the tour day to join the group
Security checks at Tiananmen Square are strict. If waiting exceeds 1 hour, we will driving past the square to save time. Tiananmen Square may close unannounced due to government activities, in which case it will be skipped. No refunds as the square is free
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Private guide
Lunch
Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket
Entrance fee
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Additional Museum tickets inside the Forbidden city
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Beijing
This Beijing one-day tour offers two travel options—both including hotel pick-up and drop-off to add extra convenience to your journey. Option 1 is the Boutique-Style Small Group Tour, with group size limited to a maximum of 8 people. This guarantees a more intimate and comfortable experience free from overcrowding, making it perfect for travelers who enjoy sharing their trip with a small group while still getting attentive service. Option 2 is the Private Tour, which stands out for its exclusive, personalized experiences. You’ll be paired with a dedicated private guide who focuses solely on your group: they’ll provide detailed explanations, adjust the travel pace to match your interests, and answer every question you have. This tour is reserved exclusively for your party—no sharing with other travelers—allowing you to relax completely as you move between attractions. No matter which option you choose, you’ll get to explore two of Beijing’s most iconic scenic spots in a single day.
Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
Start your memorable Beijing day by meeting your guide in your hotel lobby—at a time that fits your schedule. Step into a clean, air-conditioned vehicle. As you head out, let the passing city scenery unfold while your knowledgeable guide shares captivating historical anecdotes and vivid tales—setting the tone for a day of discovery. Your first stop is Tiananmen Square—a landmark where grandeur meets deep significance. As both a world-famous tourist site and a key political activity hub of China, we want to share two important notes in advance: First, the square may be temporarily closed by the government for official events; if this happens, we’ll drive past the area so you can still take in its exterior. Second, entry requires security check—if the queue wait time exceeds one hour, we’ll skip the square, to ensure we have plenty of time for the Forbidden City and Great Wall (the core highlights of your day). Please note Tiananmen Square is free to enter, so no refund for this part.
Options
Private Tour start from PKX
Private Tour start/end from Beijing Daxing International Airport(PKX). Tour require at least 15 hours between two flights.
Pickup included
Small Group Tour
Small Group Tour : Small Group Tour. Maximum 8 people for an intimate, uncrowded experience. Comfortable experience free of overcrowding.
Pickup included
Private Tour start from PEK
Private tour start & end from Beijing Capital International Airprot(PEK). Tour need at least 11 hours between 2 flights.
Pickup included
Private Tour from City Hotels
Private Tour from City Hotels: Your tour guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel by holding a sign with your name on.
Pickup included
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour !!!
gill860,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing from start to finish. Our tour guide Cassie and driver Mr Wang wenkuan were brilliant!! Cassie was so knowledgeable and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The wall was the highlight of our time in Beijing and we took Cassie’s advice and went early in the morning missing all of the crowds. Lunch was very good and The Forbidden City was definitely worth the visit. We would definitely recommend both Cassie and this tour !!!
China wall and Forbidden City Day Tour
636yuvala,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mina was really fun guide. Very flexible to my preferences, knowledgeable , and really recommended . We went to the China wall and the forbidden city in a private tour , the car and the day weee very well organized.
Very good tour package
harry k,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good tour package & in one day you it all , our tour guide Susan is very nice & very knowledgeable
Our guide Sherry was amazing!
678owenh,
May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing! Our guide, Sherry, was so helpful and accommodating, she even extended our tour to fit everything we wanted! Not to mention she was extremely knowledgeable and kind. Our driver, Wang, was also there to pick us up within a minute every time, very cool car with gullwing doors, definitely rode in style.
Excellent Day in Beijing
Glenn S,
May 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great history lesson of China. Our tour guide Jack (Tao) was extremely knowledgeable about Chinese history and architecture. Excellent lunch from a traditional Chinese restaurant. The entire day was well planned. Highly recommend.
We booked several private...
Lindie R,
May 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00We booked several private tours during our visit to China and this was the worst one. Do not recommend this company.
Worth it!
katgC6786RN,
Apr 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sophie was wonderful. Very knowledgeable. The tour was perfectly timed - enough time in each place but not rushed. Our driver was great too. Recommend them anytime!
Unforgettable Tour with the Best Guide – Linda
Maram A,
Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An Incredible Day in Beijing – Thanks to Linda! This private tour of the Mutianyu Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City was an unforgettable experience—and Linda, our guide, was the highlight of it all! She was fun, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful from start to finish. What really stood out was how thoughtful she was—she took tons of amazing photos of us and always knew the best spots for the perfect shot. Her passion for history made every site come alive, and she handled everything so smoothly that all we had to do was enjoy the moment. If you’re thinking about booking this tour, do it—and definitely ask for Linda. She made our trip to Beijing truly special.
Thank you Linda and Xie for the great tour!
Jacob R,
Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was amazing! Our tour guide Linda and driver Xie were great host that showed us around all the best spots! Linda also provided a lot of good historical information about the places we visited. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
One day in Beijing
erikv781,
Mar 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had limited time in Beijing so I selected this tour to see both the forbidden city and the great wall on the same day. Ms Sherry was my guide and Mr Li our driver. They are both very nice people and Ms Sherry is really skilled about the history of these places, furthermore she has a perfect English. She guided me through the must see places inside the forbidden city, taking me pictures every time I wanted. After that we had a lunch in a very good restaurant outside Beijing, with a wide selection of food. The experience on the great wall was amazing, she let me select the transport (skyway and sliding car) and addressed me which towers to visit. A 5 stars review is deserved and I suggest this experience to everyone who has limited time as me, to get the maximum from a single day.
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