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Glide through Beijing’s illuminated hutongs and iconic landmarks by sidecar—a bespoke 2-hour night tour with stops at Houhai, Gulou, and the Forbidden City Gate.
Experience Beijing after dark on this private 2-hour sidecar tour, where the city’s ancient and modern faces come alive under the stars. Your journey begins at the Central Business District, passing the striking CCTV building by Rem Koolhaas and The Place’s giant screen. Then, weave into the atmospheric hutongs—narrow alleys that pulse with local life after sunset. Highlights include Houhai Lake, the historic Drum Tower (Gulou), and the vibrant Nanluoguxiang pedestrian street. The tour culminates with a magical stop at the Forbidden City Gate, where the illuminated palace walls create an unforgettable backdrop. Each route is improvised with your guide, ensuring a spontaneous and authentic adventure. Perfect for travelers seeking a unique, intimate glimpse of Beijing’s nocturnal charm.
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We improvise the sidecar tours with you. See Beijing when it sparkles! The 2-hour may include Houhai, Gulou, hutongs, Nanluo guxiang, and the most exciting part: a magic stop in the Forbidden City Gate. It may include the following tentitive itinerary:
Central Business District,and the famous Reem Koolhaas's CCTV building and The Place's giant screen
Hutongs in the dark: what an athmosphere and still alive !
A glimpse of Tiananmen Square glowing with lights
The New Beijing Opera, the "eggshell" by French Architect Paul Andreu
Forbbiden City Turret and Moat
Ride along Houhai lakes
Drum and Bell Tower
Once again: we can't do it all.
Just a reminder
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Important Reminder
As for pick-up point, at present we include the pickup points ( your hotel or residential place ) within the East 3rd Ring Road, North of the Temple of Heaven, West Second Ring Road and North 3rd Ring Road.
We also accept foreign currencies USD and Euro. Then the rates above have to be converted with the exchange rate of the day of your tour booking.
We usually provide one English speaking Insider guide for every 3 - 5 bikes. Other drivers are Chinese locals who do not speak English but bring a nice Chinese touch to your experience.
The 2 hour does not include visits that can be easily done by walking and by yourself.
For payment and cancellation policy, please refer to our Terms & Conditions .
What you should bring
Sun glasses, your camera and your best smile
For spring and autumn, the weather changes daily: a windproof jacket and an additional sweater
For winter (between November and April): you will need thick winter clothes (gloves,beanie woolen hat, scarf, winter sweater and long underpants). We will provide you with extra covers to put in the sidecar + full face helmets for a good insulation from the cold.
The Price Inclusion
The vehicle fee
The fuel fee
The driver's remuneration;
The parking fee
Note: The Service Fee excludes any tax. The Service Fee also excludes any cost and expense, which has not been indicated above. Any other cost and expenses will be charged separate
Notice from TB
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| The vehicle fee | |
| The fuel fee | |
| The driver's remuneration; | |
| The parking fee Note: The Service Fee excludes any tax. The Service Fee also excludes any cost and expense, which has not been indicated above. Any other cost and expenses will be charged separate Notice from TB |
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