Beijing Classic — Forbidden City & Great Wall
Highlights
- Great Wall of China
- Forbidden City
- Temple of Heaven
- Summer Palace
- Tiananmen Square
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Tiananmen Square
Arrive in Beijing, check in, evening walk at Wangfujing pedestrian street.
Attractions
Tiananmen Square · Wangfujing Street
Transport
Airport Express to city center
Accommodation
Hotel near Wangfujing
Day 2: Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven
Full day exploring the magnificent Forbidden City in the morning and Temple of Heaven in the afternoon.
Attractions
Forbidden City · Temple of Heaven · Qianmen Street
Transport
Subway Line 1
Accommodation
Hotel near Wangfujing
Day 3: Great Wall at Mutianyu
Experience the breathtaking Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, less crowded with stunning views.
Attractions
Mutianyu Great Wall · Red Leaf Valley
Transport
Chartered bus from hotel
Accommodation
Hotel near Wangfujing
Day 4: Summer Palace & 798 Art District
Morning at the imperial Summer Palace, afternoon exploring contemporary art at 798.
Attractions
Summer Palace · Longevity Hill · 798 Art District
Transport
Subway Line 4
Accommodation
Hotel near Wangfujing
Day 5: Hutong Walking Tour
Explore Beijing's historic alleyways, visit traditional courtyard homes, and experience local life.
Attractions
Drum Tower · Bell Tower · Nanluoguxiang Hutong · Shichahai Lake
Transport
Rickshaw and walking
Accommodation
Hotel near Wangfujing
Day 6: Ming Tombs & Olympic Park
Visit the UNESCO-listed Ming Tombs in the morning, then see the iconic Olympic venues.
Attractions
Ming Tombs · Olympic Bird's Nest · Olympic Water Cube
Transport
Chartered bus
Accommodation
Hotel near Wangfujing
Day 7: Departure Day
Morning shopping at Panjiayuan Antique Market before transfer to the airport.
Attractions
Panjiayuan Antique Market
Transport
Subway/taxi to airport
Accommodation
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