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Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

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.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    Departure Date Sunday, Wednesday, Friday Departure Time
    • 7.30am

    Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

    Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

    Tour Details Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
    Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only) Entrance fees Chinese Lunch Local guide Transport by air-conditioned coach
    Cruise Port pickup is not available Gratuities (optional)
    For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.
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