
Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy worth booking?
Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $106 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (16)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $106 per person
This fully-customizable private sightseeing tour offers you a wonderful Beijing city attraction experience in a free style. Visit top attractions like Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Park, Lama Temple, Hutongs, Summer Palace and some shopping market and etc. Choose 3 to 4 sights to visit in 8 hours (entrance fees at your own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off by subway is included.
What you get
About this experience
This fully-customizable private sightseeing tour offers you a wonderful Beijing city attraction experience in a free style. Visit top attractions like Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Park, Lama Temple, Hutongs, Summer Palace and some shopping market and etc. Choose 3 to 4 sights to visit in 8 hours (entrance fees at your own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off by subway is included.
What's included
Included
- Transportaion (check with your booking)
- Private English-speaking guide
Not included
- Meals (lunch & dinner)
- Gratuity to the guide and driver
- All entrance tickets to the sights
What you'll see and do
Tiananmen Square
Your knowledgable tour guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby and tell your tour guide what you are interested. Your itinerary is 100% customized and your tour guide can also give you some suggestions. You may also follow the sample itinerary. First you can do the Tian'anmen Square which is the largest city center square in the world. Looking around the buildings around the square just seeing from outside such as Memorial Hall of Chairman Mao; National Museum of China; the Great Hall of the People; Monument to the People's Heroes.
30 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Afterwards, you can continue walk to Forbidden City which is Imperial Palace for the emperors in the Ming & Qing Dynasty. Listen to the stories and what had happened at the Forbidden City. You will see where the Emperors' worked, lived and spared their lives with their empresses and concubines. (pls remind the Forbidden City closes every Monday)
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Jingshan Park
After that you may just climb to the top of the park behind the Forbidden City which is called Jingshan Park. You can have the bird view of the Forbidden City as well as the whole city here if the weather is bright.
30 minutes here
Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
After the wonderful morning actives you can take a lunch at the local Chinese restaurant and your private tour guide. After that you can visit the Lama Temple which is the biggest lamasery in Beijing and used to be the home for the Qing Emperor Yongzheng before he became emperor. Later it turns to a temple carries with Tibetan characters. Now you can see people go there and play their wishes. Monks also practices religious ceremonies during some festivals.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
After that, you can visit Temple of Confucius which is the second largest Confucius Temple in China. You will understand how confucius philosophy influence Chinese life.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Wudaoying Hutong
It's an artistic and elegant hutong with an array of cafes, bars and dessert shops dotted on both sides, among which are some small specific shops with exquisite decorations. The Chinese architectures with plastered walls and grey tiles on the two sides of the hutong show the local colour of art and literature. As the exclusive flexible tour , if you have been to the above mentioned attrations , you could also have alternative options to other sights such as Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Drum Tower & Bell Tower. You can also do some shopping such as the Silk Market Pearl Market. By the end of tour you will be dropped off at the hotel or any preferred stop in the city.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Tour w/ Private Transfer
Pickup included
Tour w/ Subway&Uber
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Catherine Lu Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing experience
I had an amazing tour with Henry to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. Henry was knowledgeable, friendly and made the history easy to understand. He shared details I would have missed on my own and kept the day well paced and enjoyable. His passion for Chinese culture really showed and he answered every question with patience. I left with a much deeper appreciation of these incredible places. He helped take many photos. I highly recommend Henry if you want a guide who makes the experience both meaningful and memorable.
via Viator
Professional & Organized
We were able to customize the tour according to our interests and the day was organized and well planned. Communication prior to the tour was easy via Whastapp. Kathy, our guide for the day, was very professional and friendly. She provided interesting explanations and information at each sight. We were especially thankful that she even made a wheelchair arrangement at the last minute for our elderly mother at the Fobidden City. The vehicle provided was clean and the driver was very helpful too. All in all a wonderful experience.
via Tripadvisor
Best day with Adam!
We had the best day ever with Adam. He was so knowledgeable. His English is perfect. I don't expect as foreigners to have pol in china speak English. But when you hire a guide you want to make sure you can understand them. Adam was informative and so nice. We had a unique day as we wanted to see the pandas, then summer palace then the old summer palace. He knew about everything and more. Then he took us to a market we would never have known about and we're so thrilled to have gone. Our family has had a lot of guides and Adam is for sure among the best!
via Tripadvisor
National Museum and Lama Temple
We opted for visiting the National Museum, Lama and Confucius Temples. Everything we saw was instructive, beautiful and interesting. Our guide, James, was very nice and knowledgeable.
via Viator
Day tour in Beijing
Our assigned guide for the day was Angela. She was very thoughtful and assist in all way to make the day tour a memorable one. Highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $106 to $260
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Catherine Lu Tours, who run 91 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
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Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy cost?
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Prices start at $106 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 Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 16 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 Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy?
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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 Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy?
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Around 6 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy 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 Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. 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.
What is included in Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy?
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Included: Transportaion (check with your booking); and Private English-speaking guide. Not included: Meals (lunch & dinner); Gratuity to the guide and driver; and All entrance tickets to the sights. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2688 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy?
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Across 16 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Tour w/ Private Transfer, Tour w/ Subway&Uber. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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