Go beyond the highlights — the real Beijing, from hutongs to the Great Wall
Five days to truly experience Beijing — not just the postcard sights. Yes, you'll see the Forbidden City and Great Wall, but also the places locals go: hidden hutong courtyards, the 798 art district, a morning tai chi session in the park, and the best Peking Duck in town. Perfect as a standalone trip or a pre/post-cruise extension.
| Duration | 5 days / 4 nights |
| Group Type | Private (1-10 travelers) |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
| Best Season | April-May, September-October |
| Cities Visited | Beijing |
| Regions | North China |
980 buildings, 600 years of imperial history — the world's largest palace complex, where emperors ruled for five centuries.
Explore Forbidden City →Walk atop China's most iconic structure at its best-preserved, least-crowded section — with cable car up and toboggan slide down.
Explore Great Wall (Mutianyu) →Old Beijing's labyrinthine alleyways — hidden courtyards, local life, and the city's authentic heartbeat.
Explore Hutong Alleyways →Where emperors prayed for good harvests. Join locals for dawn tai chi in the surrounding park.
Explore Temple of Heaven →Beijing's contemporary art scene in a former munitions factory — galleries, cafes, and avant-garde installations.
Explore 798 Art District →The imperial garden retreat — Kunming Lake, Long Corridor, and marble boat. Best experienced by boat.
Explore Summer Palace →Airport pickup. Evening: welcome Peking Duck dinner.
Overnight: Beijing hotel
Morning: Tiananmen Square. Forbidden City including Treasure Gallery and Clock Gallery. Afternoon: Jingshan Park — panoramic view of the Forbidden City roofline.
Overnight: Beijing hotel
Full day at Mutianyu Great Wall. Cable car up, toboggan down. Afternoon: Ming Tombs (Changling).
Overnight: Beijing hotel
Dawn: Temple of Heaven (tai chi with locals). Hutong cooking class with a Beijing family. Afternoon: 798 Art District.
Overnight: Beijing hotel
Morning: Summer Palace — boat ride on Kunming Lake. Afternoon: transfer to airport.
Reference Price
Based on double occupancy
Single supplement: +$280
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