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2-Day Private Beijing Tour: Forbidden City & Great Wall

Discover imperial landmarks, historic shopping streets and the Mutianyu Great Wall on a private two-day Beijing journey with your own guide and driver.

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DestinationBeijing
Duration2 Days
Tour TypePrivate Tour
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish & More
Tour overview

Beijing's Imperial Heritage & Great Wall in Two Days

This private Beijing tour combines the capital's most important imperial landmarks with one of the most scenic sections of the Great Wall. Explore the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, experience the atmosphere of old Beijing around Qianmen and Dashilan, and spend your second day at Mutianyu.

Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide and dedicated driver. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, giving you a comfortable way to cover Beijing's major sights without joining a large group.

  • Explore the Forbidden City, the historic imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
  • Visit the Temple of Heaven and its ceremonial architecture.
  • Walk through Qianmen Street and Dashilan's traditional commercial district.
  • Hike the scenic Mutianyu section of the Great Wall.
  • Discover Wangfujing Street, known for shopping, local snacks and traditional handicrafts.
  • Enjoy private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Your Beijing itinerary

Detailed Itinerary

The sightseeing order may be adjusted to suit local conditions, attraction access and your travel date.

  1. Day 1

    Hotel Pickup

    Your professional guide and private driver will meet you at your Beijing accommodation to begin the tour.

  2. Stop 1

    The Forbidden City

    Step inside the Palace Museum, better known as the Forbidden City, and explore the vast imperial complex that served as the political and ceremonial heart of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

  3. Lunch

    Local Beijing Lunch

    Take a break for lunch at your own expense. This is a good opportunity to try a Beijing specialty such as Peking duck.

  4. Stop 2

    Temple of Heaven

    Visit the historic ceremonial complex where Ming and Qing emperors worshipped heaven and prayed for good harvests.

  5. Stop 3

    Qianmen Street & Dashilan

    Walk through one of Beijing's best-known historic commercial areas, with long-established shops and a lively atmosphere that reflects the character of old Beijing.

  6. Day 2

    Mutianyu Great Wall

    Travel to Mutianyu and explore one of the best-preserved and most scenic sections of the Great Wall, surrounded by rolling mountain scenery.

  7. Finish

    Hotel Drop-off

    After your sightseeing, your private driver will return you to your Beijing accommodation.

Wangfujing Street: the tour information also features Beijing's famous shopping street, known for modern malls, local snacks and traditional handicrafts. Its exact placement can be coordinated within the private itinerary.

MEET YOUR GUIDE

Your local guide: July

Your warm, trusted local guide in China — travel like a local, travel with a friend.

With over 10 years of experience guiding international travelers, July creates private, personalized tours built around your interests and travel style. She speaks excellent English and Spanish, making every journey easy, comfortable and genuinely personal.

Expect local stories, hidden corners, authentic experiences and the freedom to explore at your own pace — with someone who knows China and loves sharing it.

Learn more about July
July, a local tour guide, near the Bund in Shanghai
Tour details

What's Included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional tour guide

Not Included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Travel insurance
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