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1 Day Beijing Relaxing Walking Tour to Forbidden City & Houhai Hutongs

Highlights

  • This excursion combines the impressive Forbidden City with the relaxed atmosphere of the historic alleyways of Houhai, offering a perfect journey from royal splendour to local culture.

Route

Route Map
Day
Attractions & Activities
Overnight
1
Forbidden City, Beijing Hutongs, Houhai
Beijing

Tour Features

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Accommodation & Meals

Our sample itinerary includes mid-range four-star hotels with standard amenities to keep initial costs in check. Accommodations and meals are fully customizable, and your dedicated travel advisor will adjust them to match your preferred level of comfort or luxury.

Day Accommodation Meals
1
End of Tour
(No Accommodation)
L: Day1

Beijing Day Tour: Forbidden City & Houhai Lake Walking

(Includes hotel pickup, lunch, and entry fees)

08:30-09:00

Hotel pickup and transfer to the Forbidden City (approx. 30-min drive).

09:00-12:00

Guided tour of the Forbidden City, including the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Palace of Heavenly Purity, and the Imperial Garden.

12:00-13:00

Lunch at a local restaurant serving Beijing specialties.

13:00-13:30

Transfer to Houhai Lake area.

13:30-16:00

Leisurely walking tour around Houhai:

Lakeside stroll with views of traditional houses

Explore hutongs (like Yandai Xie Street)

Optional rickshaw ride or courtyard visit(price not included)

16:00-16:30

Return transfer to your hotel or city center.

Attractions & Activities

Important to Know

  • This sample itinerary is designed for a private tour, featured dedicated vehicle and guide.
  • Join-in tour is NOT available, hence solo travelers must cover the entire cost independently.
  • Prices are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
  • This tour is offered in US dollars (USD), euros (EUR), and RMB (CNY), other currencies are NOT accepted.
  • This sample itinerary is served as a starting point for your trip planning. Feel free to tell us your needs and requirements. Inquiry
  • One of our travel consultants will reply your Inquiry by emails or phone. He or she will work with you accross all details about your trip plan until you are totally satisfied with it.

Prices Per Person

Number of Travelers Solo 2 People 3-5 People 6-9 People 10 Plus People
Estimated Prices USD $ 337 207 190 158 Get Quote Now
EUR € 274 169 155 129
CNY ¥ 2190 1349 1237 1030

The above quotation is based on prices during the shoulder season and is for reference only. As peak and off-peak seasons vary by destination in China, please contact your Traveler Consultant for a customized quotation.

Included

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    All entrance fees & activities
    (Unless labeled as optional in the itinerary)
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    All accommodation
    (Recommend 4-star rating plus)
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    Professional guides & drivers
    (Incl. all destinations in the itinerary)
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    All transportation & transfer
    (Unless labeled as optional in the itinerary)
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    Meals & drinking water
    (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

  • International flights
    (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items
    (Souvenirs, tips, etc.)