Beijing Half-Day Layover Tour to Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square (Not Available on Mondays)
Optimize your layover time to explore Beijing's iconic landmarks, the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, before returning to Beijing Airport. Round-trip airport transfers are included.
Price based on 2 travelers
Highlights
- Tailored for layovers, the tour maximizes your time by focusing on two iconic landmarks.
- Swift transportation from Beijing Capital International Airport to the city center.
- Experience a glimpse of China's rich history, imperial architecture, and significant landmarks.
- Depending on your layover duration and preferences, the tour can be customized to include additional stops or prioritize specific areas of interest.
Tour Itinerary
Meet your guide and driver in Beijing Capital Airport upon arrival, then, head towards the city center where the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are situated.
Start your tour at Tiananmen Square, a short distance from the Forbidden City. Explore the square's monuments and historical significance.
Proceed to the Forbidden City, located just north of Tiananmen Square. Spend time exploring the imperial palace complex, its courtyards, halls, and historical artifacts.
Note: The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays, should plan properly if you plan to visit this site.
Airport Pickup
The Forbidden City
Make sure to plan your return journey carefully to allow sufficient time for transit back to the airport, security procedures, and boarding.
Price Per Person in US Dollars
What's Included
- Entrance fees.
- Pick up and transfers between Beijing Capital Airport to the Sites.
- English-speaking guide
- Service Charge & Taxes.
What's Excluded
- Meals for the day.
- It is suggested to tip the guide and driver separately based on good service at a ratio of 2:1 (typically RMB 50-100 per person).
Important Info
- Operates: Tuesday to Sunday
- Pick up: Beijing Capital Airport, An extra fee applies if pick up from Beijing Daxing Airport.
- Return: Beijing Capital Airport, An extra fee applies if drop off at Beijing Daxing Airport.
- Guide languages: English
- The price of this tour will rise during the China National Day holiday (September 30th to October 7th) and the Chinese New Year holiday.
Good to Know
- Eligibility: Ensure that you qualify for the 144-hour visa-free transit policy.
- Flight Arrangements: Check your flight itinerary for a layover of no more than 144 hours in Beijing.
- Documentation: Carry your valid passport, onward ticket to a third country, and any required visas for your final destination.