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Beijing Central Axis E-Bike Tour: Forbidden City & Hutongs
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Beijing
About
Ride the UNESCO-listed Beijing Central Axis by e-bike for an immersive and effortless journey through more than 700 years of imperial history. This carefully designed route follows the sacred line that shaped the city’s layout and philosophy, connecting its most iconic landmarks in one seamless experience. From the Temple of Heaven and Tian’anmen Square to the outer perimeter of the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park’s panoramic viewpoint, and the atmospheric hutongs of Shichahai, you’ll explore both grand monuments and authentic local neighborhoods. With a professional English-speaking guide, small-group pacing, and comfortable e-bikes, you can cover more ground without fatigue while enjoying in...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pick-up
Enjoy a relaxed e-bike ride through Beijing’s historic streets, Tiananmen, and charming hutongs.
Optional Sites: Xiannongtan & Forbidden City
All meals
Tipping to guide and driver
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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We pickup from most of downtown hotels in Beijing. The pickup place is hotel lobby.
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Children aged between 3 & 11 or senior should bring along their passports or identity cards and present for entry.
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The pickup time is between 18:10 to 18:30. Actual pick-up time will be given at the time of reservation.
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If you are late for pickup, our tour guide will not wait, the tour coach will leave without you.
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No refund for confirmed booking or no show.
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How to join in this tour from airport: The nearest meeting place is Holiday Inn Express Beijing Dongzhimen. Address: No. 1 Chunxiu Road, Dongcheng District, Please take 44 minute airport Express Train. Train departs in every 10 minute from Terminal 2. Then you get off at Dongzhimen Station, walk for 14 minute to Holiday Inn Express Beijing Dongzhimen to meet with your tour guide. Take the same train back to airport. All transfer cost is paid by yourself.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Beijing Central Axis E-Bike Tour: Forbidden City & Hutongs
(1) Reviews
Beijing
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$242.50
Price varies by group size
About
Ride the UNESCO-listed Beijing Central Axis by e-bike for an immersive and effortless journey through more than 700 years of imperial history. This carefully designed route follows the sacred line that shaped the city’s layout and philosophy, connecting its most iconic landmarks in one seamless experience. From the Temple of Heaven and Tian’anmen Square to the outer perimeter of the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park’s panoramic viewpoint, and the atmospheric hutongs of Shichahai, you’ll explore both grand monuments and authentic local neighborhoods. With a professional English-speaking guide, small-group pacing, and comfortable e-bikes, you can cover more ground without fatigue while enjoying in...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pick-up
Enjoy a relaxed e-bike ride through Beijing’s historic streets, Tiananmen, and charming hutongs.
Optional Sites: Xiannongtan & Forbidden City
All meals
Tipping to guide and driver
Itinerary
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Beijing
Hotel pickup within Beijing city center. Meet your guide and driver in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time and begin your full-day cultural exploration of the imperial capital.
Optional Sites: Xiannongtan & Forbidden City
Depending on ticket availability on the day of your tour, we may adjust the itinerary to include Xiannongtan (Altar of Agriculture) and/or the Forbidden City. Your guide will ensure you experience the most iconic landmarks while accommodating entrance restrictions.
20 minutes
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Yongdingmen Gatetower
Stop at Yongdingmen, the former southern gate of Beijing’s Ming–Qing city wall and the starting point of the ancient Central Axis. Learn about the city’s traditional urban planning and enjoy photo opportunities of this restored landmark.
30 minutes
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Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum Xiannongtan Temple
Optional Sites:
Visit Xiannongtan, the Altar of Agriculture, where Ming and Qing emperors once performed sacred ploughing ceremonies to honor the god of agriculture and pray for abundant harvests. Explore the tranquil courtyards, ancient ceremonial halls, and the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum while learning about traditional farming rituals and imperial agricultural culture.
40 minutes
4
Temple of Heaven
Explore the Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Visit the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and walk along the sacred grounds while learning about ancient Chinese cosmology and ritual
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
Walk across Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world. View key landmarks such as the Monument to the People’s Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, and Tiananmen Gate, and hear stories of China’s modern history.
30 minutes
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Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
Optional Sites:
Enter the Forbidden City, the world’s largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover grand halls, royal courtyards, and the living quarters of emperors as your guide explains court life and dynastic traditions.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan)
Climb Jingshan Park, located just north of the Forbidden City, for a panoramic view over the entire palace complex and central Beijing. Learn about feng shui, imperial garden design, and the park’s historical significance.
1 hour
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Shichahai Scenic Resort
Stroll around the picturesque Shichahai lake area and traditional hutong neighborhoods. Experience local life, historic courtyards, and old Beijing alleyways while hearing stories of the city’s everyday culture and past.
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