Great Wall at Badaling

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 8 hours

 

See two of China's most popular destinations the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs on one unforgettable guided day trip from Beijing. You'll visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall, one of the best preserved sections of this colossal structure, and explore the Chang Ling Tomb, the largest of the excavated Ming emperor burial sites.

First stop on your full-day tour north of Beijing is the Great Wall of China, the greatest symbol of ancient Chinese engineering and one of the world's most famous structures. Here at the Badaling section of the Great Wall you will have the opportunity to climb either the north or south face of the wall.

From Badaling it's on to the sacred Ming Tombs, burial grounds to 13 of the 16 Ming emperors. You'll explore the largest of the excavated burial sites, the Chang Ling Tomb, which is divided into three separate, impressive courtyards.

Lunch is included in your day tour to the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs, along with a shopping opportunity at the renowned Longdi Jade Factory

Classic Beijing - Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 9 hours

 

See all the classic Beijing sights on a full-day sightseeing tour covering Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven. Along the way, your busy day includes relaxing scenic bus ride, Chinese style lunch, plus an unbeatable shopping experience at the Pearl Market.

Your full-day tour starts at Tiananmen Square to explore China's more recent history, influenced by Chairman Mao and the rise of communism. From there it's on to the Forbidden City, built by Emperor Yong Le during the Ming Dynasty, and the seat of power for centuries. It has seen countless battles and reconstruction, and the architecture seen today dates from the 1700s. The Forbidden City is also known as the Imperial Palace Museum, with the history of every dynasty represented in four palatial halls.

After a delicious lunch, it's on to the Temple of Heaven, China's largest temple and altar complex. This extraordinary example of religious architecture dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Your final destination is the Summer Palace, the retreat of emperors for 800 years. One of Beijing's finest parks surrounds the palace, and you'll be able to explore the grounds, temples and the world's longest art gallery.

Essential Beijing - Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 9 hours

 

If your time in Beijing is short, take this full-day tour to see all the essential sights: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China. You'll see why the capital of the People's Republic of China continues to be a historic center of power, culture and wealth today.

Your sightseeing day tour of Beijing's essential sights starts at Tiananmen Square, with an overview of China's communist history. You'll tour the grounds and see Tiananmen's vast array of halls and monuments.

From Tiananmen Square it's a short walk to the Forbidden City, also known as the Imperial Palace Museum. The history of every dynasty is represented in four palatial halls, plus antiques and treasures from China's thousands of years of history.

After a stop for lunch you will visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall, one of the best preserved sections of this 2,000-year-old architectural wonder. You will be able to climb the Great Wall and take in the panoramic views from the top.

The day tour also includes a stop at the famous Longdi Jade Factory where you can shop for beautiful bargains.

Peking Duck Banquet

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 4 hours

 

Dine on exquisite Chinese cuisine at a Peking Duck banquet dinner then enjoy traditional entertainment from a Chinese acrobat troupe on this Beijing evening excursion.

 Dining on world-famous Peking Duck is an absolute must-do in Beijing you can't say you've eaten Peking Duck until you've eaten it in Beijing, where it is made as it should be! On your evening out in Beijing you'll discover the culinary secrets in carving the duck correctly and eating it "Beijing style".

Your delicious banquet will be followed by exotic entertainment from a Chinese acrobat troupe, who have perfected this elegant art form that has been performed in China for thousands of years.

Beijing Historical Tour including the Summer Palace, Lama Temple and the Panda Garden

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 7 hours

 

Explore Beijing's amazing history and culture on this seven-hour tour to the Lama Temple, the zoo to see China's famous pandas and the historic Summer Palace. This seven-hour tour provides a comprehensive, unhurried introduction to all there is to see in vibrant, enormous Beijing.

Your relaxed day tour begins at the Yonghe Lamasery, one of the best examples of the region's many sacred temples. Lama Temple reveals diverse architectural styles from Han, Mongolia, Manchuria and Tibet. The highlight is the impressive 60-foot (18-meter) Maitreya Buddha, carved from a single sandalwood tree. Next, it's on to the zoo to see one of the highpoints of any visit to Beijing, the frolicking pandas, China's living treasures.

After a stop for lunch, you'll visit the emperors' retreat, the historic Summer Palace. Empress Dowager Cixi renovated the estate in the 19th century, installing the artificial lake we see today. After touring the ornate palace, you'll stroll through one of Beijing's favorite parks and go on a shopping excursion to the Tianhou Silk Market.

Beijing Lama Temple, Panda Garden and Ancient Altar Day Tour

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 8 hours

 

Visit the Lama Temple which was built in 1694, one of the largest and most important Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the world. Then take a rare opportunity to see a giant Panda in Beijing Zoo. Later visit a museum displaying the rise of Chinese architecture and agriculture in ancient times.

This Beijing tour starts from the famous Lama Temple, once the residence of a royal court. This vibrantly ornamented temple is one of the largest and most important Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the world.

Built in 1694 AD, Lama Temple houses tranquil gardens, superb sculptures and a veritable treasury of Buddhist art. Then you head to see the most important living treasure in Chin - the giant Panda in Beijing Zoo. Seizing this rare opportunity to see the endangered treasure is a great pleasure.

After a delicious Chinese lunch you will travel to an altar built in 1420 AD to memorialize “the divine farmer” Shennong, an emperor from thousands of years ago who taught his people the art of agriculture. Inside is a museum documenting the rise of Chinese architecture and agriculture in ancient times.

Great Wall of China at Mutianyu Full Day Tour including Lunch from Beijing

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 9 hours

 

This full-day Beijing sightseeing tour to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China provides an opportunity to experience steeper sections of the wall.The Mutianyu section is older than popular Badaling section and features outer and inner parapets, three watch towers and even an optional cable car ride!

Complete your trip to China with an unforgettable visit to the Great Wall at Mutianyu. The Great Wall of China is the greatest symbol of ancient Chinese engineering and one of the world's most famous structures.

The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China offers an alternative Great Wall experience to the popular Badaling section. This segment of China's ancient engineering marvel features an optional cable car ride, or an opportunity to climb more than 1,400 steps to the top.

The Mutianyu Great Wall is much steeper than the Badaling section, and offers a more challenging climb. This section is also older than Badaling, and features outer and inner parapets and three watchtowers.

Your eight-hour trip to the Mutianyu Great Wall includes a visit to a nearby cloisonné enamelware factory and a Chinese style lunch.

Beijing Old Hutong Half Day Tour

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 3 hours

 

Take an historical tour of Beijing through the narrow streets, known as Hutong on a traditional rickshaw. See the gardens at Prince Gong's Mansion, Beijing's largest and the best preserved royal mansion of Qing Dynasty. See the old Beijing that still exists for millions of people today.

This 3-hour Beijing Hutongs and Rickshaw tour starts from the Drum and Bell Tower. Travel the streets of old Beijing by rickshaw, on the way, you will see the magnificent gardens at Prince Gong's Mansion, Beijing's largest and the best preserved Qing Dynasty royal mansion. Tour concludes with a visit to a local Chinese family home.

Beijing Capital Museum Tour including Rickshaw Ride and Tea Ceremony

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 7 hours

 

Dive into Beijing's thousands of years of history on a half-day tour of the city's Capital Museum. You'll also visit Prince Gong's mansion, take a ride through narrow backstreets in a rickshaw and see how modern-day families live by visiting a typical Beijing home.

Your half-day tour starts at Beijing's Capital Museum, one of the best places to learn about the history and culture of China's capital city. The museum is divided into two halls, each with six floors of exhibits. You'll learn about ancient Beijing's thousands of years of customs and culture, and see extraordinary collections of historic objects including statues, jade, bronzes and more.

Before lunch, you will attend an elegant tea ceremony, where you'll experience the centuries-old cultural tradition and taste local tea varieties. After lunch at a local restaurant you'll visit the magnificent gardens at Prince Gong's mansion, Beijing's largest and best preserved Qing Dynasty royal mansion.

Next, you'll take to the streets of old Beijing by rickshaw, also known as a pedicab. You'll get a taste of life in the city as your driver pedals through the old, narrow streets, or hutongs. Your rickshaw tour includes a visit to the home of a Chinese family and a climb to the top of an old drum tower for a bird's-eye view of the area.

Forbidden City, Beijing

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 7 hours

 

Get to know Beijing and its amazing history by visiting three of the city's most impressive historic attractions: Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. Beijing is an enormous city of nearly 15 million people, with one of the oldest cultures on earth.

Your relaxed seven-hour tour begins at Tian'anmen Square, focusing on a more recent page from China's history and the Cultural Revolution of Chairman Mao Zedong. You will tour the grounds and see Tian'anmen Tower, monument to the People's Heroes, Great Hall of the People and Chairman Mao's monument.

Then it's on to the legendary Forbidden City, known as the Imperial Palace Museum. The history of every dynasty is represented here in four palatial halls, and you'll have the most in-depth visit of the Forbidden City available on this tour.

After a substantial lunch, your final destination is the aptly named Temple of Heaven, dating from the 15th century. Built in the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Temple of Heaven was the center of prayer, traditional ceremonies and sacrificial rites. To complete your sightseeing you'll have the opportunity to enjoy traditional Chinese tea.

Beijing International Transfer: Airport (PEK) to Hotel Roundtrip

Commences: Beijing, China
Duration: 60 minutes

 

Booked your flights and wondering how to get to and from your hotel in Beijing? Look no further. Roundtrip transfers are available to be booked online before you go. Be met by English speaking guides on your arrival and departure transfers, it's that easy!

Make it easy for yourself. Book your roundtrip transfer shuttle service before you arrive in Beijing, China's capital city.

You will be met at Beijing Airport and driven directly to your hotel. Singles, couples or groups, your ground transportation needs can all be covered by this airport shuttle service.

Upon your return simply meet your driver inthe foyer of your hotel at a prearranged time to be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

The service offers the experience of veteran drivers, with a minimum three years' professional driving experience and English-speaking staff will greet you when you clear airport customs.

When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details (Flight numbers and times) and your Beijing accommodation details (Hotel name and address). Your roundtrip transfer will be confirmed instantaneously and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver.