• Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Choose from 4 unique tour options to suit your preferences:
  Option 1: 4-Hour Private Forbidden City Tour (Transportation costs to attractions are not included)

Option 2: 4-Hour Private Forbidden City Tour (Includes Round-Trip Private Car Transfer)

Option 3: 6-Hour Tian’anmen Square & Forbidden City Tour (Includes Chinese Lunch and Private Transfer)

Option 4: 6-Hour In-Depth Tian’anmen Square & Forbidden City Tour (Transportation costs not included)
Transportation costs are not included. The tour covers major attractions of the Forbidden City, including the Treasure Gallery and Clock Gallery. Alternatively, you can visit Jingshan Park for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City and Beijing’s central axis, perfect for photography and understanding the city’s layout.

• National Museum Of China - The tour begins at Tiananmen Square. Please note that the Square may close temporarily without notice due to official events. If this occurs, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly. The tour includes a guided walk around the Square’s perimeter, offering detailed commentary for a comprehensive understanding of this landmark. The guide will provide historical context as you view significant buildings from the outside, such as the National Museum of China, the Great Hall of the People, Chairman Mao’s Memorial Hall, the Monument to the People’s Heroes, and the Flagpole.

• Meridian Gate (Wu Men) - Enter the Forbidden City through its South Gate, the Meridian Gate, with your guide.
  Located at the heart of Beijing’s central axis, the Forbidden City was the imperial palace for the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1912) dynasties, housing 24 emperors. Known for its symmetrical palace complex and distinctive red walls and yellow tiles, it now serves as the Palace Museum, containing over one million cultural relics and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Follow your guide along this route: Enter through the Meridian Gate, proceed north along the central axis to visit key structures like the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Hall of Central Harmony, Hall of Preserving Harmony, Palace of Heavenly Purity, and Hall of Union. Then, explore 1-2 courtyards in the Six Eastern Palaces or Six Western Palaces (e.g., the Palace of Eternal Spring in the Six Eastern Palaces). The tour concludes at the Imperial Garden.
  Throughout the tour, 70% of the time will be dedicated to historical insights. While the rooms may appear similar, the guide will reveal the unique purposes and stories behind each.

• The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum - Specific End Arrangements for 4 Tour Options

Option 1: 4-Hour Private Forbidden City Tour (Transportation Costs Not Included) After the tour ends at the Imperial Garden, you can continue exploring the Palace independently or arrange your own transportation.

Option 2: 4-Hour Private Forbidden City Tour (Includes Round-Trip Private Car Transfer) Transportation back to your hotel will be provided by our driver.

Option 3: 6-Hour Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Tour (Includes Chinese Lunch and Private Transfer) Our driver will take you to the Hutong neighborhoods. After your meal, you will be returned to your hotel.

Option 4: 6-Hour In-Depth Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Tour (Transportation Costs Not Included) You can visit two museums within the Forbidden City or climb Jingshan Park for a panoramic view. Note that this tour does not include hotel drop-off.

• Hotel pickup included (transportation fee to attraction not included)
• Private round trip transfer (options 2 and 3)
• Professional guide
• Lunch or Dinner in Hutong (option 3)
• Entrance fee

• Transportation if you choose option 1 or 4
• Gratuities

Yearning for an unforgettable experience at the Forbidden City? Discover options tailored to your preferences—choose from budget-friendly walking tours, private car-inclusive itineraries, packages featuring a Hutong lunch, or in-depth tours that explore the palace along with its museums or Jingshan Park.

Our private walking tour allows you to truly absorb the essence of the Forbidden City, focusing on the imperial central axis—the core of the palace where China’s imperial history unfolded. Begin at Tiananmen Square, enter through the iconic Meridian Gate, and follow the path once walked by emperors. Key locations along this axis reveal stories of royal ceremonies and state affairs, all vividly narrated by your dedicated guide.

Avoid the hassle of navigating crowds or deciding which spots are essential: we ensure you make the most of every moment, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the grandeur of the red walls, golden roofs, and the timeless legacy of this historic site.

• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Your passport name and number are required at time of booking (for all participants)
• Please don’t forget to bring your passport, you may be refused entry without it.
• 0-3 Years old infant is free, children have to purchase tickets as well
• Tian’anmen Square might close without advance notice due to government activity, if this happens you will skip the Square
• Chinese citizens, including customers from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, need to reserve the tickets for the Palace Museum 7 days in advance. Once the tickets for the Palace Museum are sold out, it will be impossible to participate in this itinerary. In addition, according to the regulations of the Palace Museum, Chinese citizens can only choose to reserve tickets with their ID cards. Therefore, when making a reservation, it is necessary to submit the Chinese name and ID card number, and on the day of the tour, the submitted ID document must be presented to join the tour group.
• In case of peak travel seasons and when all the tickets reserved online for the scenic area are sold out, tourists are required to go to the ticket office of the scenic area by themselves under the guidance of the tour guide to handle the purchase of paper tickets on-site. Please be informed.
• In Peak season, the security checks at Tiananmen Square are particularly stringent. If the waiting time exceeds one hour, we recommend considering skip the square. Given the sweltering heat, waiting in line for an extended period increases the risk of heat - related illnesses. Additionally, spending too much time at the square could detract from your experience at the iconic Forbidden City, which is a highlight of our tour. Please keep this in mind as we plan our visit.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.