Private Tour
Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 days
Mobile ticket
Save hours researching Beijing highlights by having a comprehensive itinerary organized for you, help you save time and see more in a short space of time, visit the top highlights in Beijing.
Private guide, all entrance fees, lunch, roundtrip cable car or chairlift or toboggan, hotel pick and drop off all transfer service are all inclusive in this 2-day private tour.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Please offer all passport number and name for Forbidden City tickets booking. Please bring passport copies during the tour\
The itinerary is flexible, we can adjust it according to your interests under the bad weather or any unexpected conditions.
Extra fee is requested after 8 hours tour per day.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
City tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Hutongs area &Temple of Heaven
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Tiananmen Square
Meet your guide in hotel lobby, start tour from Tian’anmen Square which is considered as the largest public square in the world. Get stories and background information from your private guide.
Temple of Heaven
Temple of Heaven is the largest Imperial place of worship from ancient times, which is a place for ancient Ming and Qing dynasties emperors pray for good harvest. Now, it is also a park where the local community utilizes this beautiful and enormous space for social activities such as singing, dancing, and Tai chi practice exercise.
The Palace Museum
Forbidden City, the largest Imperial Palace in the world. You will spend a couple of hours wandering around this amazing example of Imperial architecture and learning about the history of the palace. For around 500 years , it served as the home of emperors and their households from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, as well as the ceremonial and political center of Chinese government. Tour route: Forbidden City is divided into two parts. The southern section, or the Outer Court was where the emperor exercised his supreme power over the nation. The northern section, or the Inner Court was where he lived with his royal family.
Shichahai Scenic Resort
Hutong is a Mongolian word meaning water well. At nine meters (about 30 feet) wide, it is the name given to a lane or small street that originated during the Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368). Walk around old Beijing hutong nearby Shichahai Lake. Now they have become representatives of local culture, thus it is still the first choice for people who would like to learn about the local history and culture.
Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Mutianyu Great Wall
Mutianyu Great Wall is a one of the most famous and popular sections of China Great Wall. You will have your own choice of taking the cable car or chair lift up to the breathtaking wall, spend 1 to 2 hours leisurely hiking up and down the various sections to explore the Watch Towers, admire at the construction of marveling beauty of the renown and legendary Wall. After hiking, You will have option of an exhilarating toboggan ride back down or just simply return the way you came.
Summer Palace
Summer Palace is a summer resort for Imperial family Members from emperor, which is considered as the best preserved Imperial Park with amazing garden art senery.
What‘s Included
Private Transfer
English-speaking guide
If you need Spanish/German/Italian/French guide, it will cause 800RMB extra, note us 3 days before.
Roundtrip cable or chairlift or toboggan fee
Entrance tickets
Accommodation
Dinner
Gratitude to the guide and driver (for good service)
The 800RMB extra payment if you need Spanish/German/Italian/French guide.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
2-way Hotel Private Transfer
All transfer is private vehicle, pick up and drop off point is Beijing downtown hotel.
Pickup included
2-way Hotel w/ Day 1: Subway
Day 1: City tour with subway transfer.
Day 2: Great Wall tour with private vehicle transfer.
Pick up point is city hotel.
Pickup included
2-way PEK Airport Transfer
All transfer is private vehicle, pick up and drop off point is Beijing International Capital airport.(PEK)
Pickup included
Reviews
488 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent well organized tour with Catherine Lu
shirleyu68,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience with Catherine Lu tours. Two full days to see all the sights. The tour was very well organized, with everything taken care of. Our guide Sonia was very efficient and knowledgeable and made our visit so interesting. The lunch both days was also very good, with delicious and fresh food, she took us to local eateries, which we would never have known on our own. I highly recommend Catherine Lu tours and I would use them again if I visit China again.
This private Beijing tour is so worth it!
CrustyRhinoPants,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best 2 days in Beijing and it is big thanks to Catherine Lu Beijing Tours and our lovely guide, Jenny! I recommend the 2-day all-inclusive private Beijing tour…worth every cent!
Beijing 2 days private tour
Catalin Vaitis,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am so glad we booked a two-day tour with Catherine Lu Tours. The communication leading up to the trip was seamless; her team stayed in constant contact via WhatsApp and WeChat to ensure every detail was clear. Our guide, Cactus, was phenomenal. Her English is excellent—which is a huge asset in China—and she was always punctual. She went above and beyond her role by teaching our daughter Chinese words, giving her a chance to practice what she learns at school in a real-world setting. We covered an incredible amount of ground: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Hutongs on Day 1, followed by the Mutianyu Great Wall and the Summer Palace on Day 2. Attempting this on your own would easily take four days, but with a private driver and Cactus’s expertise, we bypassed the crowds entirely. By following their advice to leave early, we had virtually no queues at Mutianyu. The logistics were top-notch: the 7-seater Buick was very comfortable, and our driver handled the hectic Beijing traffic expertly. Cactus also selected two wonderful local restaurants that perfectly matched our tastes. She was incredibly patient while we browsed souvenir shops and even helped us translate with shopkeepers. Highly recommended!
Beijing, China visit
Sarah S,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall, Summer Palace, tea ceremony, Bird’s Nest and Water Cube in Olympic village, and jade shop with Jenny as our guide. Jenny was very personable, knowledgeable, and so very nice. She made our two day visit to Beijing a super fun journey! We would definitely recommend her to everyone, and when we return we will use her again!
Great Trip to Beijing With Help of Lena
Grovers04,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved Lena from Catherine Lu Tours. She was knowledgeable, personable and friendly. Her English was flawless and she helped us navigate the city and all the sights with ease. She had deep knowledge of the city, and asked us if we wanted to see something specifically or take our time exploring. We never felt rushed. The logistics were also seamless. The drivers were consistently on time for airport and station transfers, the cars were very comfortable, and we appreciated the thoughtful touch of having water available. I am a vegetarian, but thanks to the guide, she took us to the restaurants that had vegetarian options. We were able to try good local cuisine.
Great service!
M3557KKsharono,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was the highlight of our stay in Beijing and we cannot fault their service! Our tour guide Jenny was simply amazing and very knowledgeable about the history of Beijing. She found the perfect balance between giving us relevant information and space for us to digest and explore further if need be. She knew how to maximise and plan our itenary with little or no waiting and food spot she recommended did not disappoint. Thank you Catherine Lu tours for being part of making our anniversary trip even more special.
Exceptional Beijing Guide
Ryan R,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Edward is an exceptional guide who made our Beijing trip truly unforgettable by bringing the city’s deep history to life through his profound knowledge and engaging storytelling. We covered an incredible amount of ground, from the majestic Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square to the breathtaking views of the Great Wall, as well as the serene Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, and the modern marvel of the Bird’s Nest. Edward’s expertise in logistics was flawless, ensuring that every transition between these massive sites was seamless and perfectly timed to avoid the heaviest crowds. His English is grear, and his genuine passion for Chinese culture turned a standard sightseeing tour into a deeply educational and personal experience. If you are looking for a professional, patient, and insightful guide to navigate the complexities of Beijing, I cannot recommend Edward highly enough
5 Stars with Adam in Beijing!
Explore00160601114,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience setting up this Beijing tour--Catherine was an all-star and really accommodating every step of the way. At first, I thought it was a tad pricy BUT it was really worth it in the end. The tour guide, Adam, was truly superb: He was knowledgeable, fluent in English, expertly navigated us through extremely busy areas with HUGE lines, and with delicacy and tact described various cultural/political/historical events that related to China and Beijing. (And, he took excellent photos as well.) Adam really made this experience as special as it was. Best tour guide ever! We visited the Forbidden City and the Great Wall and at both destinations I felt wonderfully supported and so happy to be visiting these amazing sites. The driver hired was good, prompt, and safe.
One without fault
NorthStar36320877265,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice visit to the forbidden city and the great wall in excellent conditions. A special mention for our guide Tony, an exceptional Francophone guide, like few we meet. He is at the same time friendly, caring, cultured and speaking perfect French. He taught us a lot about his city and his country but also helped us a lot with the multiple computer applications, Chinese. It will undeniably remain linked to the excellent memory we will keep of the city.
Private tour with a photoshoot at the Great Wall
Journey277347,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful private tour in Beijing. We had Sonnie as our tour guide. She explained things to us, answered our questions, helped us find yummy food and was all around and A+ guide! Also as part of the private tour we included a photographer to do a photoshoot of us at the Great Wall. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience that I will forever cherish! Catherine Lu Tours was a fantastic choice for our family, making our first time in China a great experience.
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