Immerse yourself in the beguiling city of Beijing during a full-day tour of the city's most significant historical sites. Visit legendary landmarks like the Forbidden City; absorb the sacred ambience at the Temple of Heaven; and marvel at the structural beauty of Tiananmen Square. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history of the city and discover one of the oldest cultures on earth. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel is included on this tour.

Beijing is an enormous city of nearly 15 million people, with one of the oldest cultures on Earth. So its no wonder Gray Line Beijing has divided the city's vast history into two tours. Tour I begins at Tiananmen Square and the more recent page from China's history book, Tiananmen Square and the cultural revolution of Chairman Mao Zedong. You will tour the grounds and see the outlook of Tiananmen Tower, monument to the People's Heroes, Great Hall of the People, and Chairman Mao's monument.

Then it is on to the legendary Forbidden City now known as the Imperial Palace Museum. The history of every dynasty is represented here throughout four palatial halls. Many of our tours see the highlights here, but this gives you the most in-depth visit.

After a substantial lunch, your final destination is the aptly named Temple Of Heaven, dating from the 15th century. Built in the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Temple of Heaven was the center of prayer, traditional ceremonies and sacrificial rites. You can enjoy the traditional Chinese tea after the sightseeing.