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Per Person
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Why Travel with Discover Beijing Tours
Unique Experiences
Enjoy a premium trip that goes beyond the typical tourist attractions.Well-Selected Local Guides
Knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive — your personal local guides will share interesting stories, insider information, and even create unexpected highlights!Your Booking is Risk-Free
Cancel up to 24 hours before the travel date in advance for a full refund
All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour of Beijing City Highlights from Kunming
Fly from Kunming on this 2-day private Beijing tour to explore iconic UNESCO sites like the Great Wall and Forbidden City, plus Hutong lanes and authentic local flavors, with all travel essentials covered for a seamless, personalized adventure.
- Make sure everyone brings their passport
- Full name and passport number are required to book attraction tickets
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2-Day Private Beijing Tour from Kunming (All-Inclusive)
Day 1: Imperial Heritage & Cultural Icons
Morning: Flight to Beijing & Arrival
Your private driver will pick you up from your Kunming hotel and transfer you to Changshui International Airport for a 2-hour flight to Beijing. Upon landing, your English-speaking guide will greet you at the arrival hall with a personalized name sign, ensuring a smooth start to your journey.
Tiananmen Square
Hop into your exclusive private vehicle and head straight to Tiananmen Square—one of the world’s largest public plazas, spanning 49 hectares. Marvel at iconic landmarks including the National Museum of China, the Monument to the People’s Heroes, and Mao Zedong Mausoleum as you soak in the square’s grandeur.
- History in a sentence: Named after the Tiananmen Gate separating it from the Forbidden City, this square has been a central symbol of Beijing’s political and cultural life for decades.
Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
Cross through the imposing South Gate of the Forbidden City—the Meridian Gate—to step into the former imperial realm, where red walls and golden rooftops set the tone for your historical exploration.
Forbidden City (The Palace Museum)
Wander through this 250-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site, a majestic complex of courtyards, palaces, and gardens that served as the imperial residence for Ming and Qing emperors for over 500 years.
- History in a sentence: Completed in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty, this “City Within a City” was the political and ceremonial heart of China until 1912, declared a World Heritage Site in 1987.
Key Highlights:
- Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian): Explore the grandest hall in the Forbidden City, once used for imperial coronations and major ceremonies, alongside the Hall of Central Harmony and Hall of Preserving Harmony.
- Palace of Heavenly Purity: Venture into the inner court to visit the former imperial living quarters, including the Hall of Heavenly Purity, Hall of Union, and Hall of Earthly Tranquility.
- Imperial Garden: Conclude your Forbidden City tour with a stroll through this serene garden, then exit via the North Gate.
Lunch
Savor authentic Beijing cuisine at a local restaurant, tasting classic flavors that reflect the city’s culinary heritage.
Temple of Heaven
After lunch, journey to one of Beijing’s holiest imperial temples, a UNESCO-listed site dedicated to imperial worship of heaven. Wander through its elegant courtyards and halls as your guide shares stories of ancient rituals.
- History in a sentence: A masterpiece of Chinese cosmogonic design, this temple complex was built for Ming and Qing emperors to pray for good harvests and divine blessings.
Key Highlights:
- Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest: Admire this iconic circular hall with its triple-eaved roof, a symbol of traditional Chinese architecture.
- Danbi Bridge & Hall of Imperial Zenith: Walk along the sacred Danbi Bridge and explore the Hall of Imperial Zenith, soaking in the temple’s spiritual atmosphere.
- Echo Wall: Experience the fascinating acoustic phenomenon of the Echo Wall and visit the Circular Mound Altar before exiting via the South Gate.
Evening: Hotel Check-In
Your driver will transfer you to your 4-star Beijing hotel, where you can relax and recharge after a day of historical discovery.
- Meals included: Lunch
Day 2: Great Wall Adventure & Royal Gardens
Morning: Mutianyu Great Wall
Meet your guide and driver at the hotel lobby at 8am for a scenic drive to the Mutianyu Great Wall—often hailed as “the most beautiful section of the Great Wall” with over 96% vegetation coverage. Enjoy a less crowded experience as you hike between ancient watchtowers, with the option of a round-trip cable car or thrilling toboggan ride for convenient access.
- History in a sentence: First built during the Northern Qi Dynasty and rebuilt by Ming general Xu Da in 1368, this 5,400-meter stretch is a well-preserved gem of China’s defensive architecture.
Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Continue to another UNESCO World Heritage Site, a stunning imperial garden renowned for its harmonious blend of natural landscapes and architectural brilliance.
- History in a sentence: A masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design, this well-preserved royal retreat was a summer residence for Qing emperors and empresses, integrating human craftsmanship with nature.
Key Highlights:
- Hall of Benevolence and Longevity: Explore the garden’s administrative center, once used for imperial audiences, along with the Hall of Happiness and Longevity.
- Long Corridor: Stroll along the world’s longest art gallery—this 728-meter corridor is lined with over 14,000 paintings depicting historical stories and landscapes.
- Qingyan Stone Boat: Stop to photograph this unique marble structure, a symbol of imperial luxury, and learn about its historical significance.
Beijing Olympic Park (Photo Stop)
Drive past the iconic Bird’s Nest (National Stadium), a landmark of the 2008 Olympics. Request a stop to take photos of this architectural masterpiece if you wish.
Departure or Return to Kunming
Conclude your tour with the flexibility to either end your journey in Beijing or board a return flight to Kunming. For returning travelers, your driver will transfer you to Beijing Airport and arrange for a hotel drop-off in Kunming upon arrival.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour Ends in Beijing| group size | Adult (11-80 years old) price/person | Children (4-10 years old) price/person | Infant (0-3 years old) price/person |
| 1 person |
$1,169.40
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$451.72 | $211.09 |
| 2 adults | $778.90 | / | / |
| 3 adults | $726.13 | / | / |
| 4 adults | $662.80 | / | / |
| 5 adults | $641.69 | / | / |
| 6 adults | $620.59 | / | / |
| 7 adults | $610.03 | / | / |
| 8 adults | $599.48 | / | / |
| 9 adults | $588.92 | / | / |
| 10-15 adults | $588.92 | / | / |
| group size | Adult (11-80 years old) price/person | Children (4-10 years old) price/person | Infant (0-3 years old) price/person |
| 1 person |
$1,401.59
|
$652.25 | $314.52 |
| 2 adults | $1,011.09 | / | / |
| 3 adults | $958.32 | / | / |
| 4 adults | $894.99 | / | / |
| 5 adults | $873.88 | / | / |
| 6 adults | $852.78 | / | / |
| 7 adults | $842.22 | / | / |
| 8 adults | $831.67 | / | / |
| 9 adults | $821.11 | / | / |
| 10-15 adults | $821.11 | / | / |
There are discounts in the off-season, please call us!
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before your travel date and get a full refund
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DepartureKunming
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Departure Time5:00am, 5:30am, 6:00am, 6:30am, 7:00am, 7:30am, 8:00am
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IncludedBreakfastEntrance FeeBottled waterHotel pickup and drop-offCable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket at Great WallProfessional guideTransport by private vehicleLunch (2)
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Not IncludedAdditional Entrance fees to the museums inside the attractionsGratuities
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