
Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour
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September 2026
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Is Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour worth booking?
Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour is a 6-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $40 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Crave a Beijing trip that blends iconic sights, top-tier shopping, and authentic flavors—all on your terms? Our private customized tour is tailored just for you and your group, letting you craft the perfect day without c
What you get
About this experience
Crave a Beijing trip that blends iconic sights, top-tier shopping, and authentic flavors—all on your terms? Our private customized tour is tailored just for you and your group, letting you craft the perfect day without compromises. Pick 1-2 must-visit landmarks that spark your interest: choose from the Forbidden City (tickets require 7-day advance booking), the majestic Summer Palace, or the sacred Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple or charming hutongs. Immerse in culture with a thrilling acrobatics show, Kungfu performance, or classic Peking Opera. Between sightseeing, dive into Beijing’s vibrant shopping scene: hunt for luxury brands in Sanlitun, trendy fashion in Xidan, or bargain for pearls, silk, and souvenirs at Hongqiao Market. Fuel your adventure with local delicacies—savor Peking duck, savory hot pot, or other local dishes. With a dedicated chauffeur and professional guide by your side, we handle all logistics. This is your Beijing—see it, shop it, savor it, exactly how you want.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Bell and Drum Towers
The tour starts with a pick up from your hotel in Beijing. Your exact itinerary is flexible, so you can customize your tour based on your preferences. If there’s something you want to see more or less of, simply let your guide know. Your professional guide will make all the sites you want to go in order as long as time allows and make an ideal itinerary for you. Since 2023 tourist attractions need to book tickets in advance, so please tell us where you want to go in city, we can help you to book tickets in advance. The city sites you can choose include: • Drum tower and hutong rickshaw tour --recommend to spend 1 hour
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Temple of Heaven
• Tian'anmen square and Forbidden City --recommend to spend 2-3 hours --tickets need to book at least 7 days before the travel date. • Temple of heaven ---recommend to spend 1.5 hours
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Summer Palace
• Summer Palace ---recommend to spend 1.5 hours • Lama temple --recommend to spend 1 hour
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan)
• Coal hill park--recommend to spend 1 hour • Beihai park--recommend to spend 1 hour • Confucious Temple --recommend 1 hour
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Wangfujing Street
• Wangfujing street and food street --recommend 40 minutes • Nanluoguxiang Hutong allay--recommend 1 hour • The National Museum--recommend 1-3 hours If you find any other sites within the 4th ring road of Beijing you want to go, please add the sites in the 'Special requirement' box when you make the booking.
30 minutes here
Hongqiao Market
After the historical sightseeing, you will have a Chinese lunch in a local restaurant. Then you will start your exciting shopping tour in the afternoon. When making your booking please provide your shopping interests in the 'Special requirement' box. Your guide will recommend the right shopping spots for you. After shopping, your guide and private vehicle will drop you off at your hotel or site you want to go in the city.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Unique Beijing Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age under 4 is free to join
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic Experience!
My day with Susan was absolutely wonderful! She was so friendly and knowledgeable, as well as very easy to talk to. She told me so much interesting stuff about the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven - even some things that I, a history buff, had no idea about! We also did a tea ceremony, a delicious lunch and shopping at the Pearl Market. She always knew the best places to go, and the best people to talk to. While I am usually ok with exploring new cities on my own, I only had a short time in Beijing, so I wanted to make the most of it. Susan was an incredible guide, and worth EVERY dollar. I will, without hesitation, hire her again next time I'm in Beijing. Fantastic experience!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $239
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Beijing is not rushed.
Is Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour?
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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 Beijing 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 Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing Private Customized Shopping and City Sightseeing Tour 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 Beijing 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 Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. 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 Beijing?
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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 Beijing?
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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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