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Built by the Yongle Emperor, the Ming Dynasty builder of the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven (Tiantan or Tian Tan) was a stage for important rituals performed by the emperor, or Son of Heaven. Chief among these were supplication to the heavens for a good harvest and the winter solstice ceremony, meant to ensure a favorable new year.
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Mini Group: 2-Day Beijing Highlights and Great Wall Tour
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Enjoy an in-depth sightseeing experience over two days with this comprehensive Beijing city tour. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll visit major attractions like Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Transportation between attractions and lunch on both days are included. (Note: Hotel stay is not included; you must have your own accommodation in Beijing.)
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$295.00
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$295.00
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Private Tour: Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Forbidden City
100
Make the most of city sightseeing on this private tour of Beijing, which includes a visit to must-see attractions like Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and more. Your guide provides in-depth information about each site's history and significance and handles all transportation, planning, and logistics so you can just enjoy your trip. A delicious Peking duck lunch and boat ride in the Summer Palace are included.
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$214.00
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$214.00
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3-Day Beijing Sightseeing Private Custom-Made Combo Tour
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Create your perfect Beijing tour itinerary with this private 3-day combo package. Visit up to 10 attractions of your choice including the Great Wall, the Summer Palace, the Forbidden City, and Tiananmen Square; enjoy the convenience of daily hotel pickup and private transport; and explore each attraction at your own pace.
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$563.20
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$563.20
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All-Inclusive Private 3-Day Beijing Highlight Tour with Optional Evening Show
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Perfect for first-time visitors, this in-depth, multi-day tour hits all the highlights of Beijing, from the Forbidden City to the Great Wall of China. Entrance fees, lunch, and private vehicle transfers are all included, so you’ll be free to focus on sightseeing. Head to the rugged, under-the-radar Mutianyu Great Wall, and opt to catch a live acrobatic show. You also enjoy a scenic rickshaw ride through Beijing’s traditional quarters.
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$510.00
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$510.00
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2-Day Beijing Highlights Small-Group Tour
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With a maximum of six travelers for intimacy and speed, small-group travel doesn’t get much smaller than this door-to-door tour. Say goodbye to long lines with VIP access to the Forbidden City and the Great Wall at Mutianyu; explore the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace; checkoff Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, and the Beijing National Stadium; and enjoy two delicious lunches. Upgrade to add an evening Acrobat Show.
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$198.00
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$198.00
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Beijing Classic Full-Day Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
305
Enhance your sightseeing experience in Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most captivating sights. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of the Forbidden City; absorb the majestic charm of the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven; and stroll around the legendary Tiananmen Square. Relax during a scenic bus ride; purchase special souvenirs in the bustling Pearl Market; and satisfy an appetite for authenticity with a traditional Chinese lunch.
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$83.00
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$83.00

Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port
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When your cruise ship drops anchor at Tianjin Cruise Port, make the most of your time in China on a private 2-day shore excursion to Beijing and the Great Wall of China. With a personal guide, tick off top Beijing attractions such as Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang), Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), and the Forbidden City (Imperial Palace). Plus, you also visit the Great Wall of China, one of the New7Wonders of the World. Port pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, and two lunches are included. Please note, accommodation is not included.
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$598.00
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$598.00
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Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour
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Spend two days exploring the top attractions in Beijing on this tour. During the first day, visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven, plus enjoy a lunch of Peking duck. On the second day, travel to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall then take a rickshaw ride through the Hutong area of Beijing.
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$364.55
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$364.55
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Private Day to T-Square, Forbidden city, Temple of heaven, Summer palace Tour
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This is a convenient option for time-tight travelers who want to see multiple Beijing highlights in a single day. Avoid the potential delays you'd encounter picking up other travelers, and enjoy a completely private tour instead, with just your party and the driver. This all-inclusive experience ensures a stress-free day without any logistics to organize, as transport, entrance tickets, and lunch are included. Highlights include Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace.
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$174.00
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$174.00
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Beijing Private (less walking) 2-Day Tour with All Attractions
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Make the most of a short stay in Beijing on this comprehensive private two-day tour. On day one you’ll visit many highlights in the capital–including Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City–and on day two you’ll travel out to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Enjoy a scenic dragon boat ride to the Summer Palace. Get personalized attention and a chance to ask questions on a private tour.
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$450.00
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$450.00
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2-Day Private Beijing Tour with Forbidden City and Great Wall
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Discover Beijing at your own pace on a private 2-day tour of China’s capital, which includes select meals, transport, and entrance fees. Tick off top attractions such as Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang), the Forbidden City (Imperial Palace), and the Temple of Heaven (Tian tan) on day one. On day two, visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu — one of the New7Wonders of the World — and the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included every day.
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$418.00
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$418.00
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3 Days Beijing Group Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port without Shop Stops
This tour suitable for Celebrity Millennium Cruise.
Our group tour guarantee you to see the most popular attractions at a comparatively low price. Besides, it has the following highlight points:
1. Our group tours are self- organized by our tour company rather than other agencies, that is, you won’t join in a group with tourists from several other tour operators.
2. Share a guide and driver but their special treatment makes you feel like part of a friendly family.
3. Nice experience to meet people from all over the world and share your feeling about trip.
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$309.34
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$309.34

2 Days Beijing Group Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port without Shop Stops
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This tour suitable for cruises: Westerdam, Celebrity Millennium, Norwegian Spirit, Amsterdam, Cunard Queen Mary 2, Azamara Quest, etc.
Our group tour guarantee you to see the most popular attractions at a comparatively price. Besides, it has the following highlight points:
1. Our group tours are self- organized by our tour company rather than other agencies, that is, you won’t join in a group with tourists from several other tour operators.
2. Share a guide and driver but their special treatment makes you feel like part of a friendly family.
3. Nice experience to meet people from all over the world and share your feeling about trip.
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$245.34
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$245.34

Private Customized Beijing Layover Tour of City Highlights
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Why waste time sitting around Beijing Airport on your next long layover when you can head straight out to the city to explore the sites. With this flexible private tour you can pick spots that interest you, depending on how much time you have, and your guide will prepare an itinerary just for you!
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$148.00
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$148.00
Price varies by group size

2-Day Small-Group Tour of Beijing Highlights
183
Spend two days taking in the highlights of Beijing with a group of no more than six travelers. Start in the city with a tour of monumental Tiananmen Square, the iconic Forbidden City, and then it's on to see the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, walking along the ramparts of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed structure. Returning to Beijing, make a photo stop at the National Stadium (aka Bird's Nest, built for the 2008 Summer Olympics) then visit the Nanluoguxiang area. The next day, visit the Temple of Heaven enjoy a rickshaw ride through the old Hutong district, and conclude the tour at the Summer Palace.
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$278.00
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$278.00
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Beijing Private Tour to Temple of Heaven, Panda House and Summer Palace
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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city without actually leaving Beijing on this day trip around top landmarks of the city’s natural heritage. Skip the crowded group tours and start your day with a private, guided walk around the historic grounds of the Temple of Heaven—still well-used by the public today. Then, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace and take a dragon boat out on the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake.
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$158.00
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$158.00
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Private Tour-Tiananmen Square,Forbidden City,Temple of Heaven with Lunch
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Discover the magnificent monuments and cultural highlights of Beijing on a full-day private tour of the city. Accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide, visit impressive landmarks like Tiananmen Square and absorb the ancient majesty of UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites like the Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City. Satisfy an appetite for authenticity with a locally prepared Chinese lunch of Peking duck. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a tailored itinerary and receive the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour.
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$199.00
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$199.00
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3-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour with Peking Duck, Hot Pot plus Optional Show
7
If you’ve got limited time in China, the last thing you want to do is waste precious vacation time organizing transport and activities. Let a guide do the hard work for you on a private 3-day tour of Beijing, which covers highlights such as the Ming Tombs (Ming Shisan Ling), the Great Wall at Mutianyu, and Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang). All entrance fees, select meals, and daily hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.
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$512.00
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$512.00
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Beijing Private Day Tour: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace
This one day Beijing private tour will last about 8 hours and it covers 4 highlight sites in city area: Tiananmen Square-the heart of Beijing city, Forbidden City- the imperial palace of the last two feudal dynasties in Chinese history, Temple of Heaven – where the emperors performed annual worship for peace and harvest, and Summer Palace – the best preserved imperial garden in China.
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$124.00
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$124.00
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2-Day Private VIP Sightseeing Tour of Beijing City Highlights and Great Wall
5
Don’t compromise on style when exploring Beijing. Travel by Audi, BMW, Mercedes, or Buick and lunch at Lost Heaven and Bai Jia Da Yuan on this 2-day private sightseeing tour. Along the way, check off all the key Beijing highlights: the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, the Lama Temple, Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall at Mutianyu.
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$648.00
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$648.00
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2-Day Private Beijing Highlight Tour with Great Wall and Optional Evening Show
9
Make the absolute most of Beijing on this 2-day private tour, the perfect introduction for first-time visitors. On day one, tour Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace. The next day, experience the Great Wall of China, the Ming Tombs, and a tea ceremony. Tour includes lunch, entrance fees, Great Wall cable car ride, and door-to-door round-trip transfers: Accommodation is at your own expense.
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$367.00
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$367.00
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Half-Day Private Customized Beijing City Tour with Flexible Departure Time
4
Explore Beijing your own way on a private, custom-designed half-day tour. Suggest an itinerary covering Beijing's highlights or particular neighborhoods and let your guide pre-plan the logistics and sightseeing at a pace right for you. Perhaps tour the Summer Palace or Forbidden City; explore districts like Beijing’s ‘hutong’ lanes; scour food, antiques, or tea markets; or visit museums or gardens. Private, air-conditioned transport and central hotel pickup and drop-off included, with activity costs at your own expense.
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$110.00
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$110.00
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Beijing Private Tour of Temple of Heaven, Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City
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Explore the iconic landmarks of Beijing with a private guide who takes you to the Temple of Heaven, Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City for an in-depth experience of the Chinese history and culture in Beijing. Begin at the Temple of Heaven, built by the Yongle Emperor during the Ming Dynasty. In Tiananmen Square, see the National Museum of China, the mausoleum of Mao Zedong and Monument to the Peoples’ Heroes. Then continue to the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage site and must-see while in Beijing.
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$147.20
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$147.20
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Beijing Must-See Sites Private 2-Day Tour
Explore the must-see sites of Beijing on this private 2-day tour that includes round-trip transport. Take a boat ride to Suzhou Street inside the Summer Palace, go on a 1.5-to-3-hour hike at the Great Wall at Mutianyu, take a rickshaw down a famous Beijing hutong, and visit a local family. Plus make stops at the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Tiananmen Square, too.
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$362.67
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$362.67
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