Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin
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Is Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin worth booking?
Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin is a 10-hour experience in Tianjin, China, from $388 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 9 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (9)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $388 per person
Explore the Forbidden City’s top attractions on this guided excursion. After a convenient pickup from Tianjin International Cruise Port, catch a bullet train and learn about Beijing from your informative local guide. Cho
What you get
About this experience
Explore the Forbidden City’s top attractions on this guided excursion. After a convenient pickup from Tianjin International Cruise Port, catch a bullet train and learn about Beijing from your informative local guide. Choose from a variety of tour options and visit landmarks like Temple of Heaven, Tian’anmen Square, the Palace Museum, and Summer Palace. Explore the popular sites of China’s capital city on an all-day adventure Discover the Forbidden City’s royal history with a knowledgeable guide Visit sites like the imperial palace, Tiananmen Square, and Summer Palace 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)
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Experienced Driver
- Tour with 1st Class Seat (Please choose upon booking)
Not included
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Lunch
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
What you'll see and do
Tianjin International Cruise Port
Your friendly Tour Guide and driver greets you in Tianjin International Cruise Port. Head to Tianjin Train Station. Experience the Excellent China Bullet train ride from Tianjin to Beijing with a speed of 220mile/350kilometers per hour.
15 minutes here
Tiananmen Square
Tiananmen Square. The largest city plaza in the world. Learning the revolutionary period of history. Stroll along the Tiananmen Square, Admire the Great Hall of the People , National Museum Of China, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, Monument of the People's Heroes and Gate of Heavenly Peace.
30 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Visit the 600 years old palace, The Forbidden city-The Palace Museum. Forbidden City, 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, Hall of Middle Harmony 、Hall of Preserving Harmony， Palace of Heavenly Purity, Chuxiu Palace, Turret of The Palace Museum,The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum and Meridian Gate. Please watch the movie of "The last emperor" before you head to Beijing. you will spend about 2 hours here. Listen countless old stories from your tour guide. Get to know Palace at your own pace.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Beijing
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are closed on Monday, you will visit Summer Palace or Lama Temple instead. Your tour are fully customizable to suits your special interests, please feel free to discuss the itinerary with your private tour guide within time limited. The recommended itinerary as below: • Option1: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City(Monday closed) • Option2: Tian'an men Square and Summer Palace • Option3: Tiananmen Square and Temple of Heaven (Monday closed) and Pearl Market • Option4: Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace • Option5: Lama Temple & Summer Palace • Option6: Tian'an Men Square, Lama Temple, Hutong • Option7: Lama Temple, Drum Tower and Hutong • Option8: Jingshan Park, Beihai Park and Hutong • Option9: Silk Market, drum tower and Hutong • Option10: Jingshan Park and Hutong
Pass by without stopping
Beijing South Railway Station
Then, 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 Biz Class Seat
Duration: 8 hours: Private tour guide, driver with car , Biz class bullet train seats, entrance fees are inclusive. Pickup included
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
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- 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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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Seamless day from start to finish
Miss Daisy was our guide for the day and she did an amazing job from the time we met her at the cruise port until we returned back in the evening. She adapted to our schedule and even helped us meet up with a friend in Beijing! It was a memorable day.
via Tripadvisor
Very Enjoyable Tour
An amazing day in Beijing with our guide Miss Lily, it was a perfect tour. We were picked up from port and driven to Train Station where we caught the bullet train to Beijing (1 hr)- a good experience- very comfortable seats, drinks snacks and speeds up to 374kmph. Then a private car ride to The Forbidden City and Lily gave us a 2 hour tour telling us about each building and the history and rules of the various Dynasties, very interesting. It was lovely seeing many girls and some men dressed in the national costume, beautiful. A delicious beef noodle dish for lunch. We popped into some shops so we could get souvenirs. Then the drive back to train station via Tiananmen square, a fantastic day. We are elderly and Lily looked after us making things easy for us, taking the easy paths and ensuring at all times we were comfortable. Miss Lily is so kind knowledgeable and friendly. Miss Sunflower who helped arrange this tour was very nice and communicative, a great help. Would recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
The only things we...
The only things we visited we Tianamen square and the Forbidden City. It is a l9ng travel distance for so few stops.
via Viator
Wonderful tour!
My husband and I were picked up at our cruise ship (Oceania) by Miss Lina and a driver and taken to Beijing’s Forbidden City by car and train. We walked through the Forbidden City and were told of its fascinating history and culture. Her English was perfect! She took us all the way back to to ship when the tour was finished. We would gladly return and ask for her again. In fact we are thinking of sending her our granddaughter who speaks Mandarin for a week when she is in high school. Miss Lina was very friendly and very informative and we would recommend this tour to everyone, especially if you have a limited time in Beijing. We saw the best part!
via Tripadvisor
Highlight of Beijing
The day we spent with Sunflower in Beijing was one of the highlights of our trip. The particulars were easily worked out via email. We were picked up promptly at our ship and transported to the bullet train, where she had secured us first class seats. We were taken to Tiannamnen Square and the Forbidden City, Sunflower was informative, knowledgeable and delightful. We got back to our ship on time, which is always a concern when taking a private tour. We highly recommend Sunflower Li!!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $388 to $688
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tianjin.
How much does Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin cost?
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Prices start at $388 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 Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 9 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 Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin?
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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 Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin?
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Around 3 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Full-Day Classic Beijing Shore Excursion by Bullet Train from Tianjin 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 Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port, Classic Private 2-Day Shore Excursion Tour Package to Beijing from Tianjin Port, Tianjin Shore Excursion: 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 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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