Private tour in Beijing Alexandra L

Forbidden city walking tour

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Alexandra L.

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Greetings and salutations, my name is Alex, a fully licensed tour guide and has been plying my trade for over 15 years. As a Beijing native, I have the experience to meet your travel expectations to the fullest. I can deliver an unforgettable vacation you will talk about for years. I will set up all of your arrangements; tickets, airport transportation, etc. You name it, I can provide it. I have a vast variety of events to offer you such as meals at a local restaurant, acrobatic shows, ticket reservation, ship cruises, cultural excursions and etc. Furthermore, if you are just interested in relaxing I can suggest places for you to accomplish this as well. "I am an funny and easy going person who would love to share this beautiful city with you!" Tour guide license issued by China National tourism Administration. Tour guide number: LPZ1859S

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Overview of your Beijing tour

Would like to see the amazing part of Beijing and not sure where to go? Well, forbidden city is the answer! With over 15 years of guiding experience, I got lots of interesting stories and knowledge to tell you. I am confident that I can take good care of you well while you are in Beijing. You get to see the forbidden city through the eye of a native Beijinger like me! Forbidden City was first built in 1420 Ming dynasty, it was the residence for 24 Ming and Qing emperors lived and ruled in China. Enjoy an impressive 4 hours private walking tour with a Beijing local guide. Please book this tour at least 8 days ago, (each person's passport copy needs to be provided in advance ),because the Tickets to Forbidden City are tight all year round, if the online tickets are sold out, the guide will assist to purchase the Forbidden City tickets on the very date at the ticket office, please bring the passport original file. (Forbidden city is closed on each Monday)

Your Beijing tour itinerary

You will be picked up at the hotel and depends on the location of your hotel, the guide will suggest either take the subway or taxi to the Forbidden city. (Taxi fee is extra fee, or the meeting point is middle 27 middle school or subway Jin Yu Hutong Exit C) Traffic is about 20-30 minutes to get the east flowery gate of the Forbidden city, walk about 10 minutes to the front entrance (Meridian Gate, Wu Men). Visit the Forbidden city for about 2 hours.(Entrance ticket is not included, please prepare Chinese cash 60 Yuan per person, Alipay also works. Passport need to be brought with you for the ticket and security check) please provide your passport copy before you book this tour. The guide will help you to book the tickets 7 days in advance.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

We will take the subway or taxi from the hotel to the spot close to the Forbidden city. Or meet at Jinyuhutong subway exit C. Walking in the Forbidden city.

What's included
Private Guide
Public Transportation
What's not included
Tickets: main entrance 60 Yuan per person
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Other: Taxi
Meeting location

Beijing, Beijing, China

Number 27 middle school , subway line 8, jinyuhutong C exit. Hotel, subway or suggested by the guide

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1389215
Languages
English
Mandarin
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

FAQs

Who is this private tour in Beijing best suited for?

This private tour in Beijing is perfect for travellers interested in history and culture, as it offers a deep dive into the Forbidden City with insights from a local guide, Alexandra L. It's also suitable for families with children.

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Can this private tour in Beijing be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?

How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?

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Hours icon 3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
Your party size

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Tour date
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Hours icon 3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Tour date
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Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later
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