Beijing & the Forbidden City (A Small-Group Tour)
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Port
Tianjin (Beijing), China
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$279
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 11¼ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Set out with a small group (maximum 20 privileged guests) on a motorcoach drive west and inland to Beijing and to gateway of the Forbidden City.
Classical Chinese architecture and a remarkable depth of cultural wealth are on display within the Forbidden City. This age-old seat of indisputable power was originally built as a dwelling for the Ming and Qing Dynasty Emperors, and covers an area of 250 acres.
An upscale lunch is served at a famous restaurant.
Tian'anmen Square -- the very heartbeat of Beijing -- is the largest square in the world at a sprawling 34 acres.
The Temple of Heaven is a group of buildings in a walled park south of Beijing. The most famous and most photographed of the temples is the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. After some time to enjoy this lovely park setting, you will return to the ship in Tianjin.
Notes:
Travel time to Beijing is about 3.5 hours each way. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour does not operate Mondays.