Private Day Tour Forbidden City Lama Temple and Temple of Heaven
Description
Carefully designed route for maximum sights with no rush. Entrance fees included for Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Stress-free day with private transport and professional guide
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tiananmen Square, the largest public square of this kind in the world. The visit here allows you to have a glimpse at the outside of Memorial Hall of Chairman Mao, the Monument to the People's Heroes, the magnificent Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, the ancient Zhengyang Gate and Arrow Tower as well as the Tiananmen Tower which leads to the well-known Forbidden City.
The Forbidden City, located in the heart of Beijing, is the largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. Built in the early 15th century during the Ming Dynasty, it served as the home of 24 emperors for nearly 500 years. With over 9,000 rooms, golden roofs, and majestic halls, it showcases traditional Chinese architecture and imperial culture. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China’s most visited landmarks.
The Yonghe Temple, also known as the Lama Temple, is the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Beijing. Famous for its magnificent architecture and sacred atmosphere, it houses a giant 18-meter-tall Maitreya Buddha statue carved from a single piece of sandalwood. Visitors come not only to admire its cultural and spiritual heritage but also to make wishes and pray for good fortune.
Temple of Heaven, the place for the Emperor to worship the God of Heaven in the past. Other than the ancient structures, you will also see scenes of local people doing various exercises and entertainments in the surrounding park.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up guests from hotel lobby within 4th ring road of Beijing downtown
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If travelers select the 'Ticket fee: Temple of Heaven' or 'Entrance Ticket: Lama Temple' option, please note that pick-up is not included
Reviews(29)
We were very lucky that it didn’t rain during our tour. Our guide explained everything in great detail and was very knowledgeable and patient. We visited several famous attractions in Beijing, and the children had a wonderful time as well. It was a very enjoyable and memorable experience!
Mary was an amazing guide. She explained everything clearly and made the history really interesting. She also took some great photos of us, which was a lovely bonus.
Ellen was a fantastic guide. She showed us many interesting places throughout the tour and explained everything clearly in a way that was easy to understand. Her English was excellent, and she made the whole experience very enjoyable.
Amazing Beijing tour! Mary was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned a lot about the history and culture of the city. She also recommended a great local restaurant for lunch. Everything was well organized and enjoyable. Highly recommended!
We visit to the Forbidden City was truly memorable thanks to Mary. She was insightful, friendly, and brought the history to life in a captivating way. We gained a deeper understanding throughout the tour and really appreciated her attentive guidance.
We had a fantastic day exploring Beijing! Our guide Mary was excellent—very knowledgeable and shared many interesting stories that really brought the history to life.We visited the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Lama Temple, covering so much in just one day.
We had a fantastic day! Maria was an outstanding guide and even managed to get us into Tian’anmen Square with hardly any waiting. She also helped us reserve a table at a local restaurant to enjoy authentic Peking Duck. Highly recommend!
A great one-day tour covering many highlights, with enough time at each stop. Mary, our guide, was friendly, knowledgeable, and shared interesting stories about Chinese history. The tour felt relaxed and enjoyable, like exploring with a friend. Highly recommended—do ask for Mary if you can!
Vivi was fantastic! She showed us so many highlights and knew all the best photo spots. She was incredibly knowledgeable, and we learned a lot throughout the day.
Our guide Alice shared lots of interesting insights as we visited Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and Yonghe Palace. We learned so much and really enjoyed the whole tour.
