Tour Highlights
Iconic Imperial Heritage: Stand across monumental Tian'anmen Square, discover the palatial halls of the Forbidden City, and relax in the lakeside gardens of the Summer Palace
Great Wall Adventure: Traverse the ancient stone watchtowers of the Great Wall, surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscapes
Spiritual Sanctuary: Tour Lama Temple (Yonghe Temple), the largest and best-preserved Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Beijing
Industrial & Olympic Innovation: Explore Shougang Park, an extraordinary modern urban revitalization project featuring the dramatic Big Air Shougang ski-jumping venue
Vibrant Nightscapes & Shopping: Stroll through buzzing Wangfujing Street and marvel at evening light displays at Beijing Expo Park
Day 1 Arrival in Beijing
Day 2 Beijing | Forbidden City & Summer Palace
Constructed from 1406 at the very centre of Beijing, the Palace Museum is more widely known as the Forbidden City. Previously home to 24 different emperors, it is the largest palace complex in the world at approximately 720,000 square metres. Note: Closed on Mondays. In case of closure or ticket unavailability, the itinerary adjusts to Jingshan Park for a premier panoramic view overlooking the entire Forbidden City.
This Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) imperial palace and garden (1636-1912) is the largest and best-preserved imperial garden in China. Modelled on the West Lake in Hangzhou and borrowing design techniques and artistic ideas from the gardens of Jiangnan south of the Yangtze River, this landscaped park offers the perfect summer retreat.
Good to know: Usually the guide service for a full day tour is about from 9:00 to 17:00, and the evening time is on your own. If needed, your guide is happy to offer some tips or help you buy tickets for evening entertainment.
Ideas for leisure time: If you are interested in Chinese Kung Fu, the Legend of Kung Fu is a good choice for tonight. It is stunning Kung Fu show with a great story line and martial arts skills.
Day 3 Beijing | Great Wall & Beijing Expo Park
Beijing Expo Park Lantern Art Festival features 170 sets of large-scale lighting installations and some 3,900 lanterns. Visitors can admire the exhibitions while walking along its 3-kilometer-long sightseeing route at the park. The duration of the exhibition is from Jan.15 to Oct.15, 2023.
Day 4 Beijing | Lama Temple & Shougang Park
The Shougang Park is a symbol of urban regeneration. Established in 1919, it used to be a steel factory. Smokestacks, blast furnaces and other factory and warehouse remains are now surrounded by expansive greenery, sports facilities, commercial buildings and modern offices. You can't miss the Big Air Shougang, which is an important venue legacy of Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics.
Wangfujing Street is a pedestrianized shopping street. It is home to upscale shopping malls, souvenir shops and street foods. You may find lots of dining options and shops for all kinds of budgets here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What makes Shougang Park a unique stop on this Beijing itinerary?
A: Once a massive steel mill, Shougang Park was transformed into a stunning futuristic urban complex and Olympic venue for the 2022 Winter Games, offering a striking contrast of raw industrial heritage and cutting-edge modern architecture
Q: Which section of the Great Wall will we visit during this tour?
A: We typically arrange visits to Mutianyu or Badaling
Q: Are evening performances or activities available during our stay?
A: Yes, your private guide can assist with optional evening entertainment such as a traditional Peking Roast Duck feast, a dynamic Chinese Kung Fu performance, or an acrobatic show
Q: Is this 5-day tour eligible under the 240-hour visa-free transit policy?
A: Yes, travelers from eligible nations arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) can easily utilize the visa-free transit policy for this 5-day tour.
-- Private English-speaking tour guide
-- Private Air-conditioned coach
-- Land transfers between airport and hotel
-- Entrance tickets as listed
-- Lunch as listed
-- Hotel with daily breakfast
-- Cable car of the Great Wall
-- International flights with airport tax
-- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax fee, phone bills, optional activities
-- Tips for guides and drivers
-- China Visa
-- Travel insurance