Beijing Highlights Day Tour: the Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall

Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall, the must-see attractions in Beijing are concentrated to one day. Have a full day tour to visit the highlights of Beijing with your guide and private vehicle.
• Visit the imperial palace of Forbidden City for twenty-four ancient China’s emperors,discover the history and culture of ancient imperial life, appreciate the splendid royal architectural wonders and surprisingly magnificent treasures
• Explore the most beautiful part of the world-known Great Wall at Mutianyu section
• English-speaking Guide and professional driver 
• Private transfer between hotel and sightseeings 

Tour Itinerary

Pick up from your hotel lobby by the guide at 08:30 a.m., and then drive to the Forbidden City  (for about 2-3 hours). Upon arrival, history telling first while standing in front of the magnificent Meridian Gate, which is the main entrance to the Forbidden City. Then follow the guide to go through the entrance with the pre-booked tickets. After you get into the Forbidden City, also called Palace Museum, you will be flooded by the tons of history from early Ming to Qing Dynasties (1420-1911). Our visit will follow the central line as the most important buildings were built along it. 

Driving to restaurant and having typical Chinese lunch (1.5 hours).

After lunch, driver to Mutianyu Great Wall (75 miles away from downtown, about 1.5-2 hours driving). Tour guide explain the sightseeing along the tour. Hike on the most famous part of the Great Wall, Mutianyu section (for about 2-3 hours). It’s the prettiest part in Beijing. You can choose to hike up to the wall (1,000 steps high) or take the cable car up and down. While on the amazing wall, you will walk on it and take the whole beautiful bird view.

Transfer you back to your hotel after the tour.

Tour Ends.