Beijing Forbidden City & Old Summer Palace 6-Day Historical Tour

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  • 【Explore Ancient Buildings and Feel the Weight of History】 The itinerary covers Beijing's most iconic historical attractions, including Tiananmen Square (a symbol of modern Chinese history), the Forbidden City (the Ming and Qing dynasties' imperial palace, a World Heritage Site), the Badaling Great Wall (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), the Temple of Heaven (an ancient royal sacrificial site), the Summer Palace (a model of royal gardens), and the Old Summer Palace (a combination of historical sites and garden art). These attractions not only demonstrate Beijing's unique historical charm as the capital of China, but also allow you to deeply experience the breadth and depth of Chinese civilization.
  • 【Pure Itinerary, Focus on Fun】There are no shopping stops throughout the entire trip, focusing on in-depth tours of the scenic spots, ensuring that you can fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of history and culture and enjoy a pure travel experience.
  • 【Professional Guides, Attentive Service】Equipped with professional guides, providing free car pick-up and drop-off service to ensure a smooth and worry-free itinerary. The guides not only provide detailed explanations, but also flexibly adjust the itinerary according to your needs, making your trip more personalized.
  • 【Quality Hotel, Comfortable Accommodation】Stay in a brand-name hotel for five consecutive nights and enjoy a high-quality accommodation experience. The hotel is ideally located with convenient transportation, providing you with a comfortable resting environment, allowing you to completely relax after a day of sightseeing.
  • 【In-depth Tourism, Enjoying Old Beijing Slowly】The itinerary design focuses on in-depth experience, not only visiting classic attractions, but also incorporating Prince Gong's Mansion (a representative of Qing Dynasty palace architecture), Shichahai and other places, allowing you to experience the slow pace and unique charm of old Beijing.

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* 📢 Pre-departure notice

  • Within 24 hours after placing the order, customer service will add your contact information;
  • Before 6 PM one day before departure, a tour notice or staff WeChat QR code will be sent via WhatsApp or email. Customer service and staff will proactively contact you. Please submit identification photos in time to arrange the itinerary. Thank you for your cooperation.

* 🚌 Meeting information

Airport/train station pick-up and drop-off service is available. Please inform customer service in advance if needed.

* 📌 Itinerary at a glance

  • DAY1: Departure city to Beijing to pick up from station/airport to hotel to free activities; Meals: self-catering all day; Accommodation: Beijing
  • DAY2: Beijing to Tianjin to Italian Style Street to Porcelain House/Wax Museum to Ancient Culture Street to boat trip to sea/Zhang Xueliang's Former Residence to Beijing; Meals: breakfast and lunch; Accommodation: Beijing
  • DAY3: Temple of Heaven (Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests + Circular Mound Altar + Echo Wall) to Chairman Mao Memorial Hall to Tiananmen Square to Qianmen Dashilar to Palace Museum + Yanxi Palace/Hall of Mental Cultivation; Meals: breakfast and lunch; Accommodation: Beijing
  • DAY4: Flag-raising ceremony to Badaling Great Wall to Olympic Park to Bird's Nest and Water Cube to China Science and Technology Museum (New Venue)/Old Summer Palace; Meals: breakfast and lunch; Accommodation: Beijing
  • DAY5: Prince Gong's Mansion to Shichahai to Summer Palace to drive by Tsinghua and Peking Universities; Meals: breakfast and lunch; Accommodation: Beijing
  • DAY6: Hotel to free activities to drop off at station/airport to departure city; Meals: breakfast; Accommodation: none

* ✨ Core highlights

  • ⛩️ Temple of Heaven: A sacred place for imperial sacrifices to heaven in the Ming and Qing dynasties, housing the acoustic wonder of the Echo Wall.
  • 🇨🇳 Tiananmen Square & Flag-raising ceremony: A landmark of the capital, the flag-raising ceremony is solemn and awe-inspiring.
  • 🏯 Forbidden City: A complex of imperial palaces from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with red walls and yellow tiles showcasing the dynasty's heritage.
  • 🏔️ Badaling Great Wall: A classic section of the Great Wall, with majestic and vast mountains.
  • 🏟️ Bird's Nest, Water Cube: Iconic modern architectural features of the Olympics.
  • 🏞️ Summer Palace: A large imperial landscape garden, with elegant and beautiful lake and mountain scenery.
  • 🧧 Prince Gong's Mansion: A top-tier princely mansion from the Qing Dynasty, containing the "First Blessing under Heaven."
  • 🌊 Shichahai: An old Beijing hutong water town, rich in local life and charm.
In-depth 6-Day Beijing Leisure Tour
The Forbidden City is China's largest ancient imperial architectural complex, where 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties lived. It is known as the head of the world's five major palaces. The southern part, centered on the Hall of Supreme Harmony, th
[Badaling Great Wall]: Personally ascend the magnificent Great Wall, follow in the footsteps of Chairman Mao, climb the beacon tower, and personally experience the spirit of "He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man," and feel the beauty
Badaling Great Wall: Personally ascend the magnificent Great Wall, follow in the footsteps of Chairman Mao, climb the beacon tower, and personally experience the spirit of "He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man." Experience the beauty
The Summer Palace uses Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as its foundation, modeled after the scenery of West Lake in Hangzhou, and incorporating some design techniques and artistic conceptions of Jiangnan gardens. It is a large-scale natural landscape gard
The Summer Palace uses Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as its foundation, modeled after the scenery of West Lake in Hangzhou, and incorporating some design techniques and artistic conceptions of Jiangnan gardens. It is a large-scale natural landscape gard
The Summer Palace - A Royal Garden Museum
The Summer Palace is a royal garden museum located in the western suburbs of Beijing. With Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake as its main features, it combines the delicacy of Jiangnan gardens with the magnificence of northern landscapes. It is a large natur
The Old Summer Palace, once hailed as the "Garden of Gardens," was a large Qing Dynasty imperial garden. It combined the best of Chinese classical garden art, blending the beauty of Jiangnan gardens with the grandeur of northern gardens, and cleverly inco
The Old Summer Palace, once hailed as the "Garden of Gardens," was a large Qing Dynasty imperial garden. It combined the best of Chinese classical garden art, blending the beauty of Jiangnan gardens with the grandeur of northern gardens, and cleverly inco
Tiananmen Square is located in the center of Beijing. It is a royal building of the Ming and Qing dynasties and a symbol of China. Its city tower is solemn and dignified, with red walls and yellow tiles. In front of it are ornamental columns and the Jinsh
Tiananmen Square is located in the center of Beijing. It is a royal building of the Ming and Qing dynasties and a symbol of China. Its city tower is solemn and dignified, with red walls and yellow tiles. In front of it are ornamental columns and the Jinsh
As night falls and the lights come on, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven, with its red walls and blue tiles, resembles a celestial palace in the night. The golden roof shines brightly, contrasting with the blue sky. The ancient
As night falls and the lights come on, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven, with its red walls and blue tiles, resembles a celestial palace in the night. The golden roof shines brightly, contrasting with the blue sky. The ancient
As night falls and the lights come on, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven, with its red walls and blue tiles, resembles a celestial palace in the night. The golden roof shines brightly, contrasting with the blue sky. The ancient
As night falls and the lights come on, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven, with its red walls and blue tiles, resembles a celestial palace in the night. The golden roof shines brightly, contrasting with the blue sky. The ancient
Under the morning sun, the Tiananmen Gate Tower appears even more solemn and majestic, bathed in golden light. The red walls and yellow tiles gleam, and the five-star red flag in front of the gate flutters in the breeze, reflecting the rising sun and full
Under the morning sun, the Tiananmen Gate Tower appears even more solemn and majestic, bathed in golden light. The red walls and yellow tiles gleam, and the five-star red flag in front of the gate flutters in the breeze, reflecting the rising sun and full
The Temple of Heaven is a prime example of ancient Chinese architectural art, with its red walls and blue tiles, and every piece praying for a good harvest, possessing extreme Eastern aesthetics and traditional charm.
The Temple of Heaven is a prime example of ancient Chinese architectural art, with its red walls and blue tiles, and every piece praying for a good harvest, possessing extreme Eastern aesthetics and traditional charm.
From the top of Jingshan Park, the Forbidden City resembles a magnificent historical painting. The golden glazed tiles glisten in the sunlight, and the vermilion palace walls and white marble railings complement each other. The grand halls and layered pav
From the top of Jingshan Park, the Forbidden City resembles a magnificent historical painting. The golden glazed tiles glisten in the sunlight, and the vermilion palace walls and white marble railings complement each other. The grand halls and layered pav
The Badaling Great Wall is like a giant dragon winding and twisting between the mountains. The brickwork is mottled, but its momentum is magnificent. The watchtowers stand tall, recounting the past battles. It carries a thousand years of historical viciss
The Badaling Great Wall is like a giant dragon winding and twisting between the mountains. The brickwork is mottled, but its momentum is magnificent. The watchtowers stand tall, recounting the past battles. It carries a thousand years of historical viciss
Under the cloak of night, the "Bird's Nest," outlined by the glow of brilliant lights, resembles a dreamlike nest adorned with twinkling stars due to its unique woven-like exterior. It radiates the dynamism of modern architecture and technological aesthet
Under the cloak of night, the "Bird's Nest," outlined by the glow of brilliant lights, resembles a dreamlike nest adorned with twinkling stars due to its unique woven-like exterior. It radiates the dynamism of modern architecture and technological aesthet
The painted corridors of the Summer Palace extend into the distance, the green lacquered pillars reflecting the blue-green paintings between the beams and rafters. Light and shadow cast mottled patterns on the ground, revealing the exquisite craftsmanship
The painted corridors of the Summer Palace extend into the distance, the green lacquered pillars reflecting the blue-green paintings between the beams and rafters. Light and shadow cast mottled patterns on the ground, revealing the exquisite craftsmanship
The Gate of Supreme Harmony Square in the Forbidden City looks magnificent in the sunset. The orange-red and gold tiles reflect the sky, and the sky full of clouds reflect each other. The white marble road extends straight, and the stone lions and pillars
The Gate of Supreme Harmony Square in the Forbidden City looks magnificent in the sunset. The orange-red and gold tiles reflect the sky, and the sky full of clouds reflect each other. The white marble road extends straight, and the stone lions and pillars
The Seventeen-Arch Bridge in the Summer Palace spans Kunming Lake. The stone arches of the bridge glow warmly in the morning light. Blossoming flowers adorn the foreground, and the shimmering lake surface outlines a poetic scene of the spring garden.
The Seventeen-Arch Bridge in the Summer Palace spans Kunming Lake. The stone arches of the bridge glow warmly in the morning light. Blossoming flowers adorn the foreground, and the shimmering lake surface outlines a poetic scene of the spring garden.
The night scene in Houhai is serene, with the lights of the lake pavilion shining brightly. A full moon hangs high in the night sky, and the lake reflects the pavilions and CBD skyscrapers. Ancient and modern architecture blend in the shimmering water, fu
The night scene in Houhai is serene, with the lights of the lake pavilion shining brightly. A full moon hangs high in the night sky, and the lake reflects the pavilions and CBD skyscrapers. Ancient and modern architecture blend in the shimmering water, fu
The Wanghai Tower in Houhai stands on the blue waves, with its elegant triple-eaved pyramidal roof. The red columns and golden roof are particularly eye-catching amidst the blue sky and green trees. The willow branches gently swaying showcase the elegant
The Wanghai Tower in Houhai stands on the blue waves, with its elegant triple-eaved pyramidal roof. The red columns and golden roof are particularly eye-catching amidst the blue sky and green trees. The willow branches gently swaying showcase the elegant
The Great Hall of the People stands majestic and imposing under the clear sky, its light gray stone facade complemented by twelve giant pillars. The national emblem hangs high, and red flags flutter in the breeze, showcasing the grandeur and solemnity of
The Great Hall of the People stands majestic and imposing under the clear sky, its light gray stone facade complemented by twelve giant pillars. The national emblem hangs high, and red flags flutter in the breeze, showcasing the grandeur and solemnity of
The Spirit Marsh Hall (Crystal Palace) in the Yanxi Palace of the Forbidden City combines Chinese and Western styles. The white marble carvings interweave with the wrought iron frame. The damaged dome reflects the red walls, telling a century of historica
The Spirit Marsh Hall (Crystal Palace) in the Yanxi Palace of the Forbidden City combines Chinese and Western styles. The white marble carvings interweave with the wrought iron frame. The damaged dome reflects the red walls, telling a century of historica
The Fragrant Buddha Tower of the Summer Palace stands on the summit of Longevity Hill. The red walls and yellow tiles are particularly striking against the blue sky. With light branches drooping in the foreground and the Kunming Lake water rippling, it fu
The Fragrant Buddha Tower of the Summer Palace stands on the summit of Longevity Hill. The red walls and yellow tiles are particularly striking against the blue sky. With light branches drooping in the foreground and the Kunming Lake water rippling, it fu
The Tianjin Porcelain House glows with iridescent light at dusk. The entire building is pieced together from porcelain shards and vases, with the word "China" prominently displayed. In front, a winding porcelain archway showcases the artistic tension betw
The Tianjin Porcelain House glows with iridescent light at dusk. The entire building is pieced together from porcelain shards and vases, with the word "China" prominently displayed. In front, a winding porcelain archway showcases the artistic tension betw
The Zhichun Pavilion in the Summer Palace stands by the lake. Its double-eaved, pointed roof is elegant, and its red pillars and gray tiles are particularly eye-catching among the golden willow branches. Tourists rest in the pavilion, fully displaying the
The Zhichun Pavilion in the Summer Palace stands by the lake. Its double-eaved, pointed roof is elegant, and its red pillars and gray tiles are particularly eye-catching among the golden willow branches. Tourists rest in the pavilion, fully displaying the
The majestic red walls and grand halls of the Forbidden City exude elegance in the golden autumn season. Golden ginkgo leaves blanket the courtyards, while intricate and beautiful colorful paintings adorn the eaves. With the blue sky as a backdrop, the sc
The majestic red walls and grand halls of the Forbidden City exude elegance in the golden autumn season. Golden ginkgo leaves blanket the courtyards, while intricate and beautiful colorful paintings adorn the eaves. With the blue sky as a backdrop, the sc
The ruins of the Western-Style Mansions in the Old Summer Palace stand silently under the clear sky, with the white marble carved remains of pillars recounting the vicissitudes of history. Against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, they fully disp
The ruins of the Western-Style Mansions in the Old Summer Palace stand silently under the clear sky, with the white marble carved remains of pillars recounting the vicissitudes of history. Against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds, they fully disp

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Review for: Beijing Forbidden City & Old Summer Palace 6-Day Historical Tour

This 6-day in-depth Beijing tour is absolutely perfect, with highlights including the Palace Museum (Forbidden City) and Old Summer Palace. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and patient, sharing vivid stories of Ming and Qing royal history and exquisite architectural details when we visited the Forbidden City. The grand vermilion walls and golden glazed roofs left us speechless. We had plenty of time at the Old Summer Palace: we strolled along the peaceful Fuhai Lake with willow reflections, and paused by the ruins of Western Palaces to reflect on profound history, blending stunning natural scenery with valuable historical lessons. The itinerary was well-paced, accommodation clean and tidy, and private transfers were hassle-free with no forced shopping. It’s an immersive journey through thousands of years of Chinese civilization, highly recommended to all travelers!

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I just returned from an incredible 6-day private tour of Beijing, and it exceeded every expectation. Our itinerary perfectly balanced iconic landmarks and local culture: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and charming hutongs. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible, making history come alive. The Mutianyu Great Wall hike with cable car was breathtaking, and the hutong rickshaw ride felt like stepping back in time.

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This six-day cultural tour of the Palace Museum and the Old Summer Palace was extremely rewarding. Wandering through the Palace Museum, the ancient palaces and red walls embody the imperial grandeur of the Ming and Qing dynasties, with cultural relics and architecture telling tales of a prosperous era, allowing an immersive experience of traditional Chinese culture. At the Old Summer Palace, the striking ruins amid elegant gardens remind us of a century of vicissitudes. The stark contrast between prosperity and decline is thought-provoking. With detailed guides and a relaxed pace, the trip offers both aesthetic edification and a profound history lesson.

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This 6-day Beijing cultural tour was rewarding. The Palace Museum boasts grand imperial architecture while Old Summer Palace ruins evoke profound thoughts. Guides offered vivid historical explanations, well-planned schedule helped us fully appreciate Ming and Qing history, highly recommended.

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Visited Tiananmen and the Great Wall. Unbelievable experience!

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Review for: Beijing Forbidden City & Old Summer Palace 6-Day Historical Tour

The 6-day Beijing historical tour visiting the Palace Museum and Old Summer Palace offered a valuable cultural experience overall. Our tour guide gave clear historical explanations of two core scenic spots, which greatly enriched my visit experience. The daily schedule was a little tight on some days, but we still finished all planned sightseeing stops on time. The vehicle service was reliable and clean. It would be better if more free leisure time could be reserved for independent exploration. If you want a compact history-focused group tour, this trip is a solid choice.

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My tour guide Zhao Fenggang / 赵风刚 did a great job. He guided and cared for us very well. He was always on time and had a vast amount of knowledge. Only Chinese speaking tour.

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I was join for Klook multiple trip package on this time. Sadly to say that they arrange was mix and match other local china tour guide at China on this multiple day. Schedule and hotel set by agency without any earlier noticed eventhough you book the trip from early by klook. Money paid and no quality arrangement. STRONGLY NO recommeded select this multiple day trip from Klook. Kindly refer local travel agency from Malaysia if you have this budget.

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  • Regarding Accommodation: The default arrangement is a twin room at the hotel, with 2 adults per room. This tour does not offer room sharing. If you are traveling with an odd number of adults, please be sure to purchase a "Single Room Supplement". A single room will be arranged for solo travelers. If 3 adults are traveling together, please purchase one additional "Single Room Supplement" so that two rooms can be arranged for you.
  • The above itinerary is for reference only. The actual itinerary for the day shall prevail.
  • Please be sure to bring your original ID card or valid boarding documents (such as a passport).
  • Participants of this tour must notify our company in writing of their actual health condition; otherwise, our company will not accept any disputes arising therefrom.
  • Due to differences between the North and South, please remember to add clothing, drink more water, and pay attention to hygiene in order to maintain sufficient energy for your trip.
  • Group restaurants are mostly located near scenic spots. If guests choose to cancel meals, please understand that there will be no group restaurants near the hotel upon returning, so arrangements cannot be made.
  • During the tour, whether in scenic spots or restaurants, there may be queues due to the large number of people. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Due to political reasons or heavy traffic in Beijing causing traffic jams, scenic spots and roads often experience traffic restrictions and controls. Under the premise of not reducing the number of attractions, the order of visits may be adjusted. The specific arrangement is subject to the actual situation in Beijing. The itinerary is for reference only.
  • During the group tour, if you choose to leave the group midway for personal reasons, the uncompleted portion will be regarded as your voluntary abandonment, and no refund will be given.
  • Any extra expenses incurred due to force majeure events such as traffic delays, strikes, weather, aircraft mechanical failures, flight cancellations or changes in time, as well as personal expenses such as laundry, haircuts, telephone calls, faxes, pay TV, drinks, and alcohol in the hotel, self-funded activities at the destination, and all other expenses not included in the "Inclusions" above, shall be borne by the guests themselves.
  • For all products, children cannot be charged as adults to refund single room supplements, and adults cannot be operated as not occupying a bed. The remaining standards remain unchanged.
  • Itinerary Order Change Reminder: Due to the Memorial Hall and the Forbidden City being closed every Monday, and Beijing often encountering major conferences or security upgrades that cause scenic spots to be closed or restricted, the tour guide will adjust the order of sightseeing according to the actual situation. The number of attractions and visit time will not be reduced.
  • In the event that scenic spots are closed or restricted due to policy reasons or force majeure, resulting in failure to visit normally: No fees will be refunded for free attractions within the itinerary, and for paid attractions within the itinerary, the tour guide will refund the travel agency's team price in cash. The tour guide will replace the attractions based on the actual situation.
  • There are shops near the restaurant, which are not related to the travel agency. Please purchase at your discretion.
  • For policy-related closures of exterior views, if tickets for the Forbidden City cannot be booked, it will be replaced with Prince Gong's Mansion, or a refund of the ticket will be given. The travel agency will not make any compensation.

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