Beijing:Forbidden City Ancient Costume Tour+Must-See City Sights
Overview
Embark on a private Forbidden City tour and immerse yourself in imperial China with an exclusive Hanfu experience! We handle all pre-booked Forbidden City tickets—no queuing or hassle—so you can step into the grandeur in elegant Hanfu or regal Imperial Robes for an authentic imperial vibe. Choose from 4 tailored packages, including combined explorations of Beijing’s iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace, all must-see landmarks in the city. Your knowledgeable private guide will share vivid, in-depth historical insights at every stop, breathing life into these ancient treasures, and curate the best photo spots throughout your journey to capture stunning, one-of-a-kind shots—crafting a Beijing experience that stands out from the ordinary. Opt for our packages with round-trip private transfer for a seamless, comfortable adventure, and savor this unique, off-the-beaten-path cultural experience with every detail taken care of.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Entrance fee to the Forbidden City
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Private Transfer if you choose option 2, 3 or 4
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transportation fee if you choose option 1
Itinerary
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We offer four tailored packages for this Hanfu experience tour: Package 1 is a Forbidden City guided tour with only a professional guide and no transportation; Package 2 adds round-trip driver transfer on the basis of Package 1; Package 3 covers a Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven combined tour with a guide and round-trip transfer; Package 4 is a Forbidden City & Summer Palace combined tour with a guide and round-trip transfer. Please check the details of your preferred package below for full inclusions, exclusions and tour arrangements.
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Package 1: Forbidden City 4-Hour Guided Tour - Transportation fee at your own cost Your guide will pick you up from your downtown Beijing hotel first, then take you to the costume studio for Hanfu selection and hair/makeup styling. After that, you’ll head to the Forbidden City for a 4-hour guided tour—your guide will lead you to the best photo spots and provide detailed historical commentary on the Forbidden City and Beijing’s central axis throughout the visit. Inclusions: Professional guide service (downtown hotel pick-up) Exclusions: Transportation fees (at your own cost), Hanfu rental fee (180-580 RMB, paid on-site) Package 2: Forbidden City 4-Hour Guided Tour including Round Trip Hotel Private Transfer Same itinerary as Package 1 but with hotel pick up and drop off by private car Inclusions: Professional guide service, round-trip driver transfer (downtown hotel pick-up & drop-off) Exclusions: Hanfu rental fee (180-580 RMB, paid on-site)
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Package 3: Combined Tour – 6-Hour Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven with round trip private transfer Your private driver and guide will pick you up from your downtown Beijing hotel and drive you to the costume studio for Hanfu selection and hair/makeup styling first. Then you’ll visit the Forbidden City—your guide will lead you to the best photo spots and explain its rich history. After the Forbidden City tour, the driver will transfer you to the Temple of Heaven, where your guide will continue to provide historical commentary and photo spot guidance. The driver will take you back to your hotel after the whole tour. Inclusions: Professional guide service for both sites, round-trip driver transfer (downtown hotel pick-up & drop-off), Hanfu selection & hair/makeup assistance, admission tickets to both sites, historical commentary Exclusions: Hanfu rental fee (180-580 RMB, paid on-site)
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Package 4: Combined Tour – 6-Hour Forbidden City & Summer Palace Your private driver and guide will pick you up from your downtown Beijing hotel, then drive you to the costume studio for Hanfu selection and hair/makeup styling. You’ll first visit the Forbidden City, with your guide offering detailed historical commentary and leading you to the best photo spots. After that, the driver will transfer you to the Summer Palace, where your guide will continue to share its history and point out the most scenic photo areas. The driver will send you back to your hotel once the tour ends. Inclusions: Professional guide service for both sites, round-trip driver transfer (downtown hotel pick-up & drop-off), Hanfu selection & hair/makeup assistance, admission tickets to both sites, historical commentary, best photo spot guidance for both sites Exclusions: Hanfu rental fee (180-580 RMB, paid on-site)
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Exclusive Hanfu Experience Highlight Elevate your imperial Beijing tour with authentic Hanfu or Imperial Robe rental—our team assists with all styling to help you immerse in ancient Chinese culture. You can take photos with your own mobile phone for free; an extra fee applies for professional photography services (payable directly to the costume studio on-site). Perfect Hanfu Photo Backdrops All selected sites are world cultural heritage sites with strong imperial charm, ideal for Hanfu photography: Forbidden City: Ming and Qing imperial palace with grand red walls and golden roofs, the ultimate backdrop for royal-style Hanfu photos Temple of Heaven: Ancient imperial ritual complex with unique blue-glazed roofs, adding solemn grace to your Hanfu shots Summer Palace: Classical royal garden with lakes, corridors and pavilions, creating poetic Chinese painting-style Hanfu photos
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Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Forbidden City entry is via passport scan with the registered passport number—please provide your valid, exact passport number for ticket booking.
- We offer 4 tailored tour packages with different inclusions; select the one that best fits your travel needs and schedule.
- Hanfu/imperial robe rental fees vary by costume style and are not included in the tour price—simply pay the costume studio directly on-site.
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Special Instructions
• Dress code is smart casual
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• To Ride a Bike Minimum age is 14 years
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