Are you having trouble with no idea how to make full use of your layover time? We are ready to help. Whether it be that you only have a few hours before next flight, like 8 hours, or that you have 1 or more days, we can take you on a journey to explore the fabulous Beijing to in a well-paced way.
With our airport meeting and greeting service, you can begin your Beijing layover tour from the moment you arrive in Beijing. You will be welcomed by our tour guide who holds a sign with your name at the airport first, and then be escorted to your destinations for the tour immediately by a private licensed vehicle. After the tour, you can be returned to a central Beijing hotel or back to the airport to continue with your journey.
Layover tour itineraries can be tailor-made according to your layover schedule. Simply choose your favorite places to visit and let us know. Our dedictated Beijing experts team will create the best tour plan for you ASAP. You can also choose from our layover tour plans: 1 Day Beijing City Highlights Tour, 1 Day Mutianyu Great Wall Layover Tour from the Airport, 1 Day Mutianyu Great Wall Layover Tour from the Airport if your schedule meets the required duration.
What you can enjoy in our Beijing layover tours:
This plan tour requires you to have a layover at least 10 hours, and your Beijing arrival flight should be before 10am. The tour costs around 7.5 hours, but you need to schedule about 1.5hrs for airport check out and another 1.5 hours for check in. You will visit the three most important attractions in Beijing downtown area. It is the best way to explore Beijing's culture and history.
Availability: Every day except Mondays
Starting location: Beijing Capital International Airport
Attractions: Tian'anmen Square (0.5hr), Foribidden City (2hrs), Temple of Heaven(1.5hrs)
Duration: 7.5 hrs including airport pick up and drop off
Mutianyu Great Wall is about 1.5 hours driving from the airport. It is less crowded, and very popular among foreign travelers. To take this layover tour to Mutianyu Great Wall from the airport, your layover must be over 7 hours, and your Beijing arrival flight should be before 12pm. You can use cable cars to ascend and descend the Great Wall to save time and energy.
Availability: Every day
Starting location: Beijing Capital International Airport
Attractions: Mutianyu Great Wall(2.5hrs)
Duration: 8 ~ 10 hrs including airport pick up and drop off
To have a layover tour to both Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall, the layover has to be at least 12 hours - 9 hours for the tour, and 3 hours for airport check-out and check-in, and your flight should land Beijing before 9pm. You will meet our guide at the airport, then transfer 1 hour to visit Forbidden City, and drive 1.5 hours out the city to visit Mutianyu Great Wall.
Availability: Every day except Mondays
Starting location: Beijing Capital International Airport
Attractions: Foribidden City (2hrs), Mutianyu Great Wall (2.5hrs)
Duration: 9 hrs including airport pick up and drop off
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Choose your favorite attractions in Beijing below to let our travel experts design a reasonable Beijing layover itinerary for you. Most of these attractions are only open during 8:00~18:00. You are suggested to start the layover tour before 12pm. We have specified required time to visit each attraction, excluding transfer time as below for your reference.
#1 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - Mutianyu Great Wall, less-crowded, about 60km from the airport.
#4 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - the royal palaces for Ming and Qing Dynasties for over 500 years.
#3 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - the summer resort for the Qing dynasty's royal family.
#41 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - old folk dwellings, and good place for souvenir shopping.
#5 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - the largest building for religious worship in China.
#8 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - good location for photography and Forbidden City panoramic view.
#10 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - old-fashioned factory, numerous galleries and bookshops & cafes.
#16 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - also known as National Center for the Performing Arts.
#21 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - modern architecture, where the Bird Nest and Water Cube locate.
#11 on Tripadvisor - free local park with a white pogoda. Good for a leisure stroll.
#12 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - A series of beautiful Tibetan-style pavilions.
#13 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - breathtaking routines of acrobats & gymnasts.
#36 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - beautiful, historical, and not crowded!
#45 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - ancient Chinese academy culture, located at Hutong area.
#47 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - ancient Chinese academy culture, located at Hutong area.
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The inspiring Beijing 144-Hour Visa-free Transit policy makes it possible for you to enjoy a longer Beijing layover which allows you to explore more highlights of Beijing at leisure paces, and enjoy Beijing's fancy food and great hotels like a true holiday. Below are 4 most recommended Beijing tour packages for you.
Visit the best and featured highlights of Beijing in a single trip and explore the glorious past and present of Beijing in one go. Apart from Beijing's time-honored landmarks - Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and Great Wall, you will take a special visit to 798 Art Zone and admire the most outstanding architectures in Olympic Park.
Apply to Beijing Transit Visa Free Policy, including airport pick and drop off. You will make best discovery of top best cultural and historical highlights of Beijing Capital City without missing the hiking experience on Great Wall!
Start from your hotel, visit the best highlights of Beijing in 2 days.
Want a quality but enjoyable time with your children in Beijing? This 4 days Beijing family tour is well-arranged to fulfill your needs. You will have a sightseeing trip involving interesting kid-friendly activities. Apart from offering entertainment, this tour helps them learn, grow and gain a better understanding of China.
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