Beijing Tours
Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic of China, it has been the nation's political, economic, cultural, educational, international trade and communication center for over 800 years. It has always been the first choice of travelers to China.The numerous royal buildings with long history endow Beijing with incomparable charm, not only the 'Nation's Best' but also the 'World's Best'. As the host city of the 2008 Olympic Games, this oriental ancient city presented her best fashion fascination to the world and has become one of the most popular destinations in the world, with about 4.5 million international visitors each year.
Popular Beijing Attractions
Forbidden City
The magnificent Forbidden City is the largest and the best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. It has 9,999 rooms in flourishing period with just a single room short of the number that ancient Chinese belief represents 'Divine Perfection' and surrounded by a moat six meters deep and ten-meter high wall. For five centuries, this palace functioned as the administrative center of the country.
The Great Wall
The Great Wall of China is one of the 'Eight Wonders of the World' and is enlisted in the World
Heritage Directory. This immense wall was built to keep out invaders as well as to retain the
inhabitants. It spans five provinces from Shanhaiguan Pass in the east to Jiayuguan Pass in the
west, looking like a gigantic dragon across deserts, grasslands and mountains.
Tiananmen Square
The solemn and respectful Tiananmen Square is the largest central city square in the
world, which serves not only Beijing's symbol but also the whole of China. This immense
courtyard is the site of various historical events, which is surrounded by a variety of
significant edifices such as the Great Hall of the People, the Mao Zedong Memorial Hall and the
Monument to the People's Heroes.
Imperial Gardens & Mausoleums
Beijing has been the capital city of several Dynasties. Besides the spectacular imperial
palaces, it also possesses the most luxurious royal gardens - the well-preserved Summer Palace with
an area of 727 acres, the elegant Beihai Park and the destroyed Old Summer Palace. On the other
hand, those Emperors also constructed spectacular mausoleums for themselves. The Ming Tombs of
the 13 emperors should be the most excellent necropolis.
Beijing Hutong
If you would like to experience the local life, there is no better place to start than the Beijing's
Hutongs and Courtyards. The Prince Gong's Mansion should be the most
magnificent courtyard. Other famous
historical sites include the Beijing Bell and Drum Towers, the Liulichang Street for people interested in
Chinese calligraphy, painting or other artwork, and the Lugou Bridge carved with marvelous stone
lions, etc.Tour Code: ST-CBJ-A
Departure: Daily
Itinerary |
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| Day 01 Arrive Beijing. Our tour guide will meet you at airport or train station and transfer you to hotel. |
| Day 02 (B, L) Day tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven. |
| Day 03 (B, L) Day excursion to Great Wall and Ming Tombs. |
| Day 04 (B, L) Morning tour to Summer Palace. Transfer to airport or train station, and depart Beijing for any optional city. |
2012 Private Tour Cost / Single Supplement |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Class | Apr - Aug | Sep - Nov | Dec |
| By 3-star hotels | $340 / $120 | $350 / $130 | $320 / $110 |
| By 4-star hotels | $360 / $140 | $380 / $170 | $340 / $120 |
| By 5-star hotels | $390 / $180 | $420 / $200 | $350 / $140 |
Hotels Used (or similar) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 3-star or similar | 4-star or similar | 5-star or similar | |
| Dongfang Hotel | Best Western Royal Phoenix Beijing | International Hotel | |
Tour Code: ST-CBJ-B
Departure: Daily
Itinerary |
|---|
| Day 01 Arrive Beijing. Our tour guide will meet you at airport or train station and transfer you to hotel. |
| Day 02 (B, L) Day tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, the Bird's Nest (National Stadium) and the Water Cube (National Aquatic Center), which are designed and constructed for 2008 summer Olympics. |
| Day 03 (B, L) Day trip to Mutianyu Great Wall section and afternoon Hutong tour to see the old Beijing neighborhood and local families by rickshaw ride. |
| Day 04 (B, L) Morning tour to Beijing Capital Museum and Lama Temple (Yonghegong). Transfer to airport or train station, and depart Beijing for any optional city. |
2012 Private Tour Cost / Single Supplement |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Class | Apr - Aug | Sep - Nov | Dec |
| By 3-star hotels | $340 / $120 | $350 / $130 | $320 / $110 |
| By 4-star hotels | $360 / $140 | $380 / $170 | $340 / $120 |
| By 5-star hotels | $390 / $180 | $420 / $200 | $350 / $140 |
Hotels Used (or similar) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 3-star or similar | 4-star or similar | 5-star or similar | |
| Dongfang Hotel | Best Western Royal Phoenix Beijing | International Hotel | |
Tour price include:
- Private arrival and departure transfers with English-speaking guide & car service.
- Private sightseeing tours including admission tickets to all sites mentioned as well as daily lunch (L) on specified tours in itinerary.
- Hotel accommodations based on double occupancy with daily buffet breakfast (B) served at hotel.
Tour price doesn't include:
- China visa & Iint'l flight & airport tax.
- Train/flights to and from Beijing on the first and last day.
- Admission to the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube for Tour B.
- Travel insurance, daily meals (except mentioned).
- Personal expenses & gratuities to guide, driver & porters.
Remarks:
- Price is in USD based on 2 or more participants.
- Tour itinerary and hotel arrangement are subject to change upon reservation & confirmation.
- Schedule is subject to change due to local circumstance and flight, etc.
- Tour cost is subject to change based on fuel surcharge and currency exchange rate.
- Please contact us if you would like to customize this tour to your specific interests.
