Beijing tour
Explore Beijing’s iconic Olympic Green on a private half-day bike tour. Pedal past the Bird's Nest and Water Cube, experiencing modern Chinese architecture up close.
Discover the futuristic heart of Beijing on this private half-day bike tour through the Olympic Green. Designed for active travelers, this 3-4 hour ride lets you explore the vast scale and unique architecture of the 2008 Olympic venues at your own pace. Pedal past the iconic National Stadium, known as the Bird's Nest, and the shimmering National Aquatics Center, or Water Cube. Your local guide will share insights into the city's rapid transformation and the stories behind these landmark structures. Unlike a bus tour, biking offers the freedom to stop for photos, feel the breeze, and truly absorb the dynamic atmosphere of this sprawling site. This is an ideal introduction to Beijing's modern face, combining light exercise with cultural discovery. No other Olympic city offers such a concentrated collection of architectural marvels, and a bike is the best way to see it all.
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Enjoy the amazing new landmarks of Olympic Beijing. A bike is the best way to go around and see the huge area with unique architectures. You can feel the fast changing Beijing city.
The National Stadium (Bird's Nest) for its outside sightseeing. Situated at the Olympic Green, it has a floor space of 258,000 sq meters. The National Stadium in Beijing is the main stadium for the 2008 Olympic Games.

After the National Stadium ( Bird’s Nest ), move on to National Swimming Center ( Water Cube ) nearby for outside look. It is designed by the design consortium composed of the China State Construction Engineering Corporation, China State Construction International (Shenzhen) Design Co Ltd, PTW Architects (Australia) and Ove Arup (Australia).
We improvise the bike tour with you. The 3-4 hour biking tour may include the following tentative itinerary:


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Beijing Hotel
Tiananmen Square
Nanchizi Street and Beichizi Street
The photogenic Forbidden City Turret and Moat
Bike alongside Jingshan Park
Jingshan West Street
Di’anmen Inner Street
Di’anmen Outer Street
Drum and Bell Towers
Jiugulou Street
Jiugulou Outer Street
Gulou Outer Street
Beichen Road
Olympic Park
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| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Bike and Bicycle helmet | Personal Insurance coverage of personal loss, illness or damages incurred during your trip |
| Private English speaking tour guide | Tips to the tour guide |
| Private bike tours, more flexible without others joining you | Excluding entrance fees ( usually we don't go inside the tourist attractions ) Notice from TB WARNING! Though Beijing is flat and safe for bike activities, it can be still a little dangerous. You are free to follow these directions at your own risk. However, this web site can not be held responsible for any injuries, death, or damages while taking our suggested bike routes. Many route descriptions may be vague and most certainly do not list all possible hazards. Also, many routes require on street riding in traffic lanes, while others may require some off road terrain. You should be comfortable riding under all types of conditions before attempting any of these routes. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $130 |
| 2 persons | $85 |
| 3-5 persons | $65 |
| 6-9 persons | $45 |
| 10 persons up | $39 |
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