All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck
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All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck is a 9-hour experience in Tianjin, China, from $159 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 50 / 100
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- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $159 per person
Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time on a private full-day shore excursion tour. Discover the symbolic heart of China at Tiananmen Square and venture inside the Forbidden City. Eat Beijin
What you get
- Entrance Fees
- Tour with Biz Class Seat (Please choose upon booking)
- Peking Duck Lunch
- Private Tour
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Experienced Driver
About this experience
Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time on a private full-day shore excursion tour. Discover the symbolic heart of China at Tiananmen Square and venture inside the Forbidden City. Eat Beijing famous cuisine at peking duck at Dadong. Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of each of these iconic landmarks. 1: Explore the popular sites of China’s capital city on an all-day adventure 2: Discover the Forbidden City’s royal history with a private guide 3: Eat delicious Peking Duck, the most famous culinary of Beijing 4: Make the most of limited time with convenient port pickup and drop-off
What's included
Included
- Entrance Fees
- Tour with Biz Class Seat (Please choose upon booking)
- Peking Duck Lunch
- Private Tour
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Experienced Driver
- Tour with 1st Class Seat (Please choose upon booking)
- IMPORTANT: this tour need to be booked 8 days before your travel date
Not included
- Wine and cocktails
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
What you'll see and do
Tianjin International Cruise Port
Your friendly private guide and driver will pick you up from Tianjin International Cruise Port or Your Tianjin hotel lobby and head up to Tianjin Railway Station to take the bullet train to Beijing. Experience a fantastic 30 minutes bullet train ride to Beijing with a speed of 350kilometers/ hour (220miles/hour)
15 minutes here · Admission included
The Palace Museum
Visit the UNESCO Heritage, the Forbidden city with over 600 years old history. It is the largest Imperial Palace in the world. The world UNESCO Heritage. It used the Royal Palace for 24 emperors from Ming and Qing Dynasty. Enjoy the Hall of Great Supremacy (Taihe Dian), Hall of Middle Harmony (Zhonghe Dian), Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian), Palace of Heavenly Purity, Chuxiu Palace, Turret of The Palace Museum,The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum and Meridian Gate (Wumen). Please watch the movie of "The last emperor" before you head to Beijing. you will spend about 1.5 hours here. Listen countless old stories from your tour guide. Get to know Palace at your own pace.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Great Supremacy
The Largest Hall within the Forbidden City. Stunning Wooden Architecture. Take a Glimpse at the emperor's throne. The Royal political place where 24 emperors gave his presentation to the official here in Chinese history
20 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
Visit the Hall of Preserving Harmony. It is the 2nd largest Hall of Forbidden city. The ancient national royal examine took place and banquets party for royal family as well. then, visit the most stunning clock museum that exhibit the precious pieces from Ming and Qing Dynasty
10 minutes here · Admission included
Palace of Heavenly Purity
Continue stroll in the Forbidden City, It served as Emperor's sleeping chamber, then became an office in back court of Forbidden city
10 minutes here · Admission included
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
Finally, visit the imperial Garden in the Forbidden City. In the spring Beautiful garden with blooming peonies, pine trees, pagodas and natural limestone sculptures.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Tiananmen Square
Savor a delightful Peking Duck cuisine. then visit the largest city plaza in the world. Learning the revolutionary period of history. Stroll along the Tiananmen Square(Tiananmen Guangchang), Admire the Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang), National Museum Of China, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniangtang), Monument of the People's Heroes and Gate of Heavenly Peace (Tian'an Men).
20 minutes here
Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang)
Chinese Parliament , built in the Soviet neoclassical style. this imposing building on Tiananmen Square is where the People's Congress meets and other important government and diploatic meetings take place
Pass by without stopping
Beijing South Railway Station
At last, travel back to Tianjin by bullet train. Tours end at Tianjin International Cruise Port.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tour with 1st Class Seat
Duration: 8 hours: Private tour guide, driver with car,1st class bullet train seats, entrance fees are all inclusive. Pickup included
Tour with Biz Class Seat
Duration: 10 hours: Private Tour Guide and Driver, Biz Class Bullet Train seats, ticket and a delightful Peking Duck meal are all inclusive Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunflower Tours China
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $159 to $688
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
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All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tianjin.
How much does All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck cost?
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Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tianjin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tianjin is not rushed.
Is All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Tianjin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tianjin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tianjin and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does All Inclusive Shore Excursion to Forbidden City with Peking Duck start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tianjin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tianjin?
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On Outty we rank every Tianjin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Classic Private 2-Day Shore Excursion Tour Package to Beijing from Tianjin Port, Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port, [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service . The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tianjin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tianjin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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