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Over 2 days, Great Wall & Forbidden City Tour: Group or Private links Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall with Visit Temple of Heaven, Hutong Alleys, Lama Temple, and Summer Palace. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for this two-day tour and the exact pick-up time will be sent to you the day before. Beijing’s imperial core is low and dense, but Mutianyu adds a mountain walk of roughly 4–6 kilometres with steep steps, cable-car options and long views along the restored wall. Pick up from your hotel lobby and then embark on an immersive cultural tour of Beijing. A bowl of zhajiang noodles or a dumpling lunch keeps the day rooted in the city, while the guide explains courtyard geometry rather than rushing between palace gates. The route is best suited to travelers who prefer a private guide, a named set of sights and time for a proper meal in each place, with the daily emphasis on a focused private journey with a balanced daily rhythm. Opening hours, traffic and local access are checked during the trip, allowing the guide to reorder visits when needed.
The published sequence is a realistic starting point. Final transport, attraction access, hotel choices and daily timing are checked for your travel dates before confirmation, and the pace can be adjusted for mobility, family or special-interest needs. Compare this itinerary with our wider collection of China tours.
2 Days Itinerary at a Glance
Duration
2 Days
Route
to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Hutong Alleys, Lama Temple, and Summer Palace
Long-distance travel
private transfers
Tour format
Private Tour / Small Group
Trip Highlights Code: BJV02
5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one go: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and Hutong alleys.
Mutianyu Great Wall round-trip cable car or chairlift up & toboggan down, valued at $20 and fully included.
Go behind the scenes of the historic Hutong alleys for an authentic local family visit.
All-inclusive and no hidden charges, including entrance fees and a buffet lunch.
Door-to-door transfers from your hotel ensure a stress-free experience.
Book with Confidence: Free inquiry, only 10% deposit to confirm, full refund for cancellations up to 15 days prior.
DAY BY DAY
The 2-Day Journey
Daily itinerary: Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall → Visit Temple of Heaven, Hutong Alleys, Lama Temple, and Summer Palace.
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Great Wall & Forbidden City Tour: Group or Private
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2-day itineraryMutianyu Great Wall to Summer Palace
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for this two-day tour and the exact pick-up time will be sent to you the day before before continuing to Visit Temple of Heaven, Hutong Alleys, Lama Temple, and Summer Palace the following day. Begin at Tiananmen Square, then explore the Forbidden City, the world’s largest surviving imperial palace complex. After a buffet lunch, hike on Mutianyu Great Wall to enjoy its incomparable views. Once arrival formalities are complete, choose a round-trip cable car or a chairlift ascent with a toboggan descent.
Pick up from your hotel lobby and then embark on an immersive cultural tour of Beijing after Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall. Visit Temple of Heaven to learn about the Heaven worship culture in ancient China; take a rickshaw ride to travel through the traditional Hutong alleys and visit a local residential house; get to know the mysterious Tibetan religious culture at Lama Temple; and explore the Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese classical garden design.
2–3 US$279 / person4–5 US$159 / person6+ Contact Us
✓ Free inquiry✓ 10% deposit✓ Full refund up to 15 days prior
Typical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Beijing One night at a selected 4-star city hotel
✓ Price Includes
Transport listed in the itinerary
Air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
Professional English-speaking guide
Selected accommodation when the itinerary includes an overnight stay
Entrance fees for listed sights
⊘ Price Excludes
International airfares
China visa fee if applicable
Personal expenses and gratuities
Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary
Who Is This Tour For?
This itinerary suits travelers who want the main experiences arranged in a logical order with private local support and room to personalize the pace.
Share mobility requirements, dietary needs, room preferences and fixed onward tickets before booking so the confirmed plan can account for them accurately.
Travel Tips for This Itinerary
Keep the passport used for reservations available on transport and attraction-entry days.
Leave margin around intercity transfers instead of placing time-sensitive sightseeing immediately before departure.
Treat published outdoor timing as a planning guide because weather, access and operating conditions can change.
Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
B, L and D indicate included breakfast, lunch and dinner. Unmarked meals are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Great Wall & Forbidden City Tour: Group or Private itinerary be customized?
Yes. The published route is a practical starting point. Hotel level, daily pace, selected experiences and transport can be adjusted before confirmation, subject to current availability and safe route logic.
What is included in the quoted tour price?
The final quotation lists the included private transfers, guiding, accommodation, attraction admission and any rail, flight, cruise or meal sectors. Items not listed as included remain at the traveler’s expense.
Are the displayed hotels guaranteed?
Displayed hotels describe the expected category or overnight base. The confirmed hotel names, room type and breakfast arrangements are provided in the final quotation after availability is checked.
How much walking should I expect?
Walking varies by attraction and may include steps, uneven paving, large heritage sites or outdoor paths. Share mobility needs early so suitable access, rest stops and alternatives can be checked.
What happens if weather or access changes?
The local team checks current operating conditions and may reorder outdoor visits, use the closest suitable alternative or adjust transport timing when weather, maintenance or access rules affect the original plan.
When should I book this private tour?
Book as early as practical when the route includes real-name attraction tickets, limited hotel inventory or fixed train, flight or cruise sectors. Availability is only guaranteed after confirmation.
