Beijing Insight

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Get a local’s insight into what makes Beijing tick with this tour of the sights of the Chinese capital. Watch locals enjoy traditional activities in the Temple of Heaven Park, learn about the importance of Tiananmen Square and take a tour through the Forbidden City. With a delicious lunch of dumpling or noodles, and the chance to get a bird’s-eye view over the ancient city, this tour will give you a unique perspective of some of the city’s most famous sights.

Highlights:

Join tai chi and traditional pastimes in the Temple of Heaven Park.
Indulge in a tasty local lunch.
Travel by subway to Tiananmen Square.
Discover the secrets of the Forbidden City.
Climb to the top of Jingshan Park for great views over ancient Beijing

Tour style: Sightseeing, Local Life & Culture, Heritage & History
Inclusion:

English speaking guide, Transport & Entrance fees as indicated, entry to Temple of Heaven Park, entry to Forbidden City, entry to Jingshan Park and meals: 1 lunch

Exclusion:

Items of a personal nature, Tips or gratuities for drivers or guides.

Group size:Maximum 12
Schedule details:

Duration: 7-8 hours
Meeting point:
Sunworld Hotel 天伦松鹤大酒店

灯市口大街88号

Dengshikou Street

Dongcheng, Beijing, China, 100006

+86 10-58168999

Directions:

Dengshikou Station, Metro Line 5, Exit A,

Turn left, then turn left at the Dengshikou Dajie, Sunworld is 250m down Dengshikou

street on the left handside of the road.
Start time: 8.00 AM-8.30 AM
Finish point:
Finish at Jingshan Park

Additional information :

Voucher exchange details:
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking:
Please contact Beijing Urban Adventures to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.
Additional information:
During national holidays and on weekend sights in Beijing can be extremely crowded. If you wish to avoid the busiest times we recommend visiting Beijing outside of these periods or taking your Urban Adventure on a week day.
Dress standard:
We will be on our feet exploring for most of the day so please make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes
Child policy:
Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively.
Language: English

Itinerary:

From the gilded ancient temples to the buzz of Tiananmen Square, get under the skin of the Chinese capital with this unique tour of Beijing.

After pick up from your hotel and meeting your group and local guide, start the adventure at the Temple of Heaven Park. This is one of Beijing’s most popular parks and it’s full of people of all ages taking part in traditional pastimes such as tai chi, fan dancing, diablo, kite flying, water calligraphy and more.

Join in some of the activities or just wander around the park, soaking up its relaxed atmosphere. Perhaps grab the chance to visit the Temple of Heaven, a Taoist temple where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would offer sacrifices to heaven and pray for good harvests. Enjoy an early lunch of dumplings or noodles from a local eatery before jumping on Beijing's efficient subway to travel to the very heart of the city - Tiananmen Square.

Discover why Tiananmen is so special to the Chinese people as you wander through this immense square. Enter the Forbidden City through the Gate of Heavenly Peace, which is adorned with its famous Mao portrait. Off-limits to most of the world for 500 years, this ‘city’ houses the best preserved cluster of ancient buildings in China and is a must-see destination in Beijing. Discover some of its secrets and learn about some of the legends while enjoying a tour through its many buildings.

After leaving the Forbidden City, get a new perspective over this immense structure from the top of the pagoda in Jingshan Park. High on a hill overlooking the city, this is the best place to take in stunning views of not only the Forbidden City, but the ancient heart of Beijing. End the tour in Jingshan Park, where you are free to spend more time exploring or head back into the heart of Beijing to take in more of the city’s sights.

Your trip:

For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Tipping:

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour

Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.

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