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Travel Style: A balanced mix of history, culture, and scenic exploration
Service Level: Standard +
Physical Rating: Light walking, suitable for all ages
Age Requirement: 12+ years
Trip Type: Private Tour/Small group (2-12 people)
Visa Requirements: 144-hour visa-free transit available for travelers from the UK and most EU countries
Transport：Chartered trip
Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Beijing – Where Tradition Meets Modernity
- Morning: Arrive in Beijing and enjoy a warm welcome with transfer to your hotel.
- Afternoon: Begin your adventure with a stroll down Wangfujing Street, famous for its luxury malls like APM Mall and He Ping Guo Ju.
- Evening: Take in the city’s vibrant nightlife or relax and recharge for the journey ahead.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service: 24-hour airport transfer
- Breakfast: Not included
- Lunch: Not included
- Dinner: On your own (explore local flavors around Wangfujing)
- Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Qianmen or similar class
Day 2 Beijing’s Historic Heartbeat – Tiananmen & the Forbidden City
- Morning: Dive into China’s imperial past at Tiananmen Square and the sprawling Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Afternoon: Wander through Jingshan Park for panoramic city views and continue to the historic alleys of Qianmen.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service: Professional guide with English-language tours
- Breakfast: Included (Hotel breakfast)
- Lunch: Included (Traditional dumplings)
- Dinner: On your own (choose from local eateries in Qianmen)
- Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Qianmen or similar class
Day 3 Iconic Landmarks – Great Wall & Hutongs
- Morning: Experience the majestic Mutianyu Great Wall, known for its stunning vistas and fewer crowds.
- Afternoon: Discover the charm of old Beijing with a hutong tour by rickshaw, exploring traditional Siheyuan (courtyard houses) in the Shichahai area.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service: Private transport and guide for an immersive experience
- Breakfast: Included (Hotel breakfast)
- Lunch: Included (Farmhouse-style meal)
- Dinner: On your own (local dining in the hutongs)
- Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Qianmen or similar class
Day 4 Ancient Temples and Serene Gardens
- Morning: Visit the Temple of Heaven, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese architecture and spirituality. The Temple of Heaven Park is home to the famous Echo Wall and the Hall of Prayer for the Year of the Lord.
- Afternoon: Wander through the Summer Palace, with its classical gardens.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service: Guided visits with cultural insights
- Breakfast: Included (Hotel breakfast)
- Lunch: Included (Authentic Beijing-style meal)
- Dinner: On your own (explore dining near the Summer Palace)
- Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Qianmen or similar class
Day 5 Olympic Spirit and Departure
- Morning: Explore the architectural marvels of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube, icons of the 2008 Olympics.
- Afternoon: Final transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service: English-speaking guide and seamless airport transfer
- Breakfast: Included (Hotel breakfast)
- Lunch: Included (Classic Beijing noodles)
- Dinner: Not included
* Note: Flexible airport transfer based on departure time
