Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Summer Palace Private Day Tour

Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Summer Palace Private Day Tour

Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel at your preferred departure time. This classic Beijing day tour is a perfect choice if you want to visit the city’s most famous landmarks in one smooth and comfortable day.

First, we drive to Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world. You will have about 30 minutes to walk around, take photos, and experience the symbolic heart of Beijing.

Then we walk directly into the Forbidden City (Palace Museum). Visit the Forbidden City along the central axis from south to north for around 2 hours. With your professional guide, you will discover the fascinating stories of emperors, royal life, and the history hidden inside this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site. The visit is flexible, and we always adjust the pace to your comfort.

After the palace visit, enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, a nice break before the afternoon sightseeing.

In the afternoon, we continue to the Summer Palace, the best-preserved imperial garden in China. Famous for its beautiful lakeside scenery and masterpieces such as the Long Corridor and the Marble Boat, the Summer Palace offers a peaceful and elegant escape from the busy city. The visit lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

After that, we will spend about 30 minutes visiting a Pearl Factory, where you can discover the fascinating process of how pearls are formed and polished into elegant jewelry. Pearls have been treasured in China for centuries, especially among royal families, symbolizing beauty, purity, and good fortune. It is a relaxing and interesting cultural stop that many travelers truly enjoy and should not miss.

At last, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel comfortably, ending a wonderful full-day journey through Beijing’s imperial highlights.

🌟 Tour Highlights

• Private car, driver, and professional English-speaking guide only serve your group
• No other travelers will join you — 100% private experience
• Flexible pace at each site, always based on your comfort
• Deep cultural insights into Chinese history, emperors, and local traditions

Group Size

Tour Cost per Person (USD)

• 1 person – $319
• 2 people – $166
• 3 people – $116
• 4 people – $89
• 5 people – $85
• 6 people – $80
• 7 people – $70
• 8 people – $65
• 9 people – $60
• 10 people or more – $58

💰 Price Includes

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Air-conditioned private car or van
• Experienced driver
• Entrance tickets for listed attractions
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Traditional Chinese lunch

💳 Price Excludes

• Gratuities for the guide and driver (at your discretion)