D1Day 1▾
Imperial Capital: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City (3-hour deep exploration including lesser-visited halls). Afternoon: Jingshan Park for sunset over the golden roofs. Welcome dinner: Peking Duck.
D2Day 2▾
The Great Wall: Badaling Great Wall early morning. Cable car to the restored section, hike 2-3 hours. Afternoon: Ming Tombs (Dingling underground palace). Evening: Kung Fu Show (optional).
D3Day 3▾
Gardens & Temples: Temple of Heaven at sunrise — join locals practicing tai chi. Rickshaw through Houhai hutongs. Visit a courtyard family home. Afternoon: Summer Palace, Kunming Lake boat ride.
D4Day 4▾
Art & Spirituality: Lama Temple — 18m sandalwood Buddha. Confucius Temple & Imperial Academy. Afternoon: 798 Art District — cutting-edge galleries and cafés. Farewell dinner at a hidden courtyard restaurant.
D5Day 5▾
Flexible Day: Options: National Museum, Panjiayuan Antique Market, or day trip to Chengde Mountain Resort. Your guide will customize based on your interests.
Included
- Private English-speaking guide & driver
- Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- All entrance fees & tickets listed in itinerary
- Airport/train station transfers
- Domestic travel insurance
Excluded
- International flights to/from China
- China visa fees
- Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, tips)
- Optional activities not listed
- Meals not specified in itinerary
