Beijing is a place of grandiose contrasts, between imperial palaces, ancient walls, hutong alleys, modern skyscrapers and how you see it is somewhat dependent on the amount of time you have to do it. As one of the most rated companies in Beijing, Catherine Lu Tours promises you an opportunity to explore what you like most; be it on a 1-day tour or a multi-day trip; as long as you are in town, you will get what you like most. We will discuss the top Beijing tour packages offered by Catherine Lu Tours, discuss what you will get in a short and an extended tour, and provide you with the tips on how to select the right length of the tour depending on your interests.
Why Choose Catherine Lu Tours for Beijing Tour
Before diving into tour options, here are some strengths of Catherine Lu Tours, based on their site:
They have their specialization in custom-made / personalized tours. You inform them of what you are interested in and they make changes to the itinerary.
Their guides are professional, with the command of English, and well informed about the history and the current life of Beijing.
Cozy way of traveling: personal cars, hotel transfers, not to wait in line and arrange time occupations.
A vast number of types of tours include classic sightseeing, cultural, food tour, hiking, walking, layover tour, night tour etc.
One-Day Beijing Tour Options
If you have only one full day in Beijing, Catherine Lu Tours offers several “1-Day” packages geared to maximize your time.
Sample 1-Day Highlight Tour
Key sights may include the Forbidden City, Tian'anmen Square, a portion of the Great Wall (often Mutianyu) depending on how far you want to travel. Catherine Lu Tours+2Catherine Lu Tours+2
You'd typically have hotel pick-up, private guide, entrance fees included. The pace is brisk but designed to cover “must-see” landmarks.
Advantages of a 1-Day Tour
Short-haul (layover, short stay).
Gives an overview of the site- good to newcomers.
Lower cost, less logistical complexity.
Limitations
You won't get very deep into the culture. Little time for hidden gems like Hutongs or off-beat local dining.
Might feel rushed, especially when including the Great Wall in a day.
Two-Day Tours
The 2 day tours are pretty much the best bet of any traveler, not that there is not enough time to see the sights, but it is also a chance to absorb some culture or nature.
Tour: Beijing 2-Day Tour of Mutianyu Great Wall: Private.
Itinerary: Tian'anmen square, forbidden city, Hutong area, Temple of heaven on first day, the second day out to the Mutianyu part of the great wall, (hiking up and down sometimes with a toboggan ride) and finally visit the summer Palace.
Tour: 2 Day High15 Tour and Huanghuacheng Great Wall.
Has Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and then the Huanghuacheng part (not so popular, not so much noise, part of the wilderness).
Also includes Ming Tombs (Ding Tomb) for historical interest.
What Two Days Offers
More balanced pace: you get to major landmarks AND scenic spots (e.g. walk a Great Wall section).
Time to relax somewhat—less rushing. Maybe a higher chance to enjoy meals or local markets.
Ideal if you want both city culture + nature/historical depth.
Multi-Day & Custom Tours
Catherine Lu Tours offers tailored multi-day experiences in Beijing, with add-ons and specialty themes, to those with greater time or those who desire to be more immersive.
What is common about Multi-Day or Custom Tour?
Long durations in the city to see museums, art areas, local markets, back streets (Hutongs), experiences in the city at night such as acrobats etc.
Alternatives to visit other parts of the Great Wall (such as Jinshanling) to have a sight and a less populated place.
Cultural events (tea ceremonies, calligraphy, local food sample classes, Peking duck dinners).
Flexibility, comfort, additional services (guide, personal transportation, hotel logistics).
Sample Multi-Day Themes
History & Imperial China: Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven and extensive time in historic Hutongs.
Wall and Nature: More difficult Wall climbs, rural or villages around the Wall, views.
Food: Food markets, food classes, local restaurants, night tours, performance art.
What You Get in Every Tour Level
Across one-day, two-day, and multi-day tours, Catherine Lu Tours ensures certain constants:
Guide/ driver service, pick up/ drop off at the hotel.
Purchased in advance entry tickets to major attractions.
Bottled water, optional lunch based on the itinerary.
Ability to change to suit your interests: decide on what to give more time, omit other things that you are less interested in.
How To Make the Right Length Choice
To choose the most perfect time of a Beijing tour, you should take into consideration:
Conclusion
Catherine Lu Tours offers various outstanding Beijing tour packages including the fast-tracking one-day tours, and the multi-day tours that combine culture, nature, food, and history. You have a limited time and you just want to spend more time in a destination, there is a level of touring that can be of your style and your interests. The trick of the matter is to make what you desire the most: the Great Wall + Forbidden City + local culture and build on that time spent on the tour, without the sense of a rush. You receive professional guides, comfort and flexible tours that make your trip to Beijing with Catherine Lu Tours one you will remember.
FAQs
Q1. What is the maximum time to be spending in Beijing to see the major attractions?
There are no pressing requirements to rush since 2-3 days would be enough to explore the most important attractions in the country (Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall in a decent section, Summer Palace).
Q2. Can the Great Wall be one of the stops of a 1-day tour?
Yes. Most of the one day highlight tours have the visit to the Great Wall, the Mutianyu part. It entails the commuting period, yet it can be done.
Q3. Included in the tour price?
Normally: professional guide, transport, transfers to the hotel, entry fee, bottled water; other tours may include lunch. The add-ons and upgrades are not free.
Q4. Are tours customizable?
Yes - Catherine Lu Tours is concentrated on the flexibility of itinerary. You can customize your tour to whatever you are obsessed with: history, food, hiking, etc.
Q5. And what is the best time to visit Beijing?
It has spring and autumn that are better known to be with mild weather and clear skies. In summer it is hot and humid; in winter it is cold. In case it is crucial not to visit crowds, it is also necessary to take non-holiday days into account.
