Beijing Classic Highlights Tour

Beijing Classic Panorama Tour

Visit the Forbidden City, Great Wall and Summer Palace in one trip · Discover the essence of a thousand-year imperial capital

3 Days 2 NightsBeijing900 – 1,260 USD

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Great WallForbidden CityHutongClassic Must-See

Overview

Trip Overview

If it is your first time in Beijing, this is the worry-free answer. In three days we take you from the central axis of the Forbidden City to the watchtowers of the Badaling Great Wall, then into the hutongs of Shichahai for a coffee. No rushing, no shopping stops — sleep in a little and see classic Beijing at a local pace.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓In-depth guided tour of the Forbidden City, walking the Central Axis + highlights of the East and West Six Palaces
✓Climb the Badaling Great Wall, with an early departure to avoid the crowds
✓Tiananmen Square + exterior photo stop at the National Museum
✓Summer Palace Kunming Lake boat ride, stroll along the Long Corridor
✓Walk through the hutongs of Shichahai, visit an old Beijing courtyard house
✓Temple of Heaven Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, watch elderly locals practice tai chi in the morning
✓Private car and guide throughout, no group tours and no shopping stops

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYBeijing

The Forbidden City and Tiananmen on the Central Axis

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Buffet breakfast

MorningAfter breakfast at the hotel, head to Tiananmen Square to view the Monument to the People's Heroes and the Great Hall of the People from the outside, then enter the Palace Museum. Walk along the Central Axis to see the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Palace of Heavenly Purity and Imperial Garden, with an extra visit to the East Six Palaces.

LunchIncluded · Beijing-style restaurant near the Forbidden City · Includes zhajiangmian and jingjiang rousi

AfternoonExit the Forbidden City through the Gate of Divine Prowess, climb to Wanchun Pavilion in Jingshan Park for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City, then stroll through the Shichahai hutongs and visit a courtyard house open to the public.

DinnerIncluded · Shichahai copper pot hot pot · Old Beijing copper pot mutton hot pot

EveningTaste old Beijing copper pot hot pot near Shichahai, then take a walk along the Houhai bar street after the meal.

TransportAir-conditioned private car throughout + walkingStay4-star hotel in downtown Beijing

2DAYBeijing

Badaling Great Wall and Ming Tombs

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Buffet breakfast

MorningDepart at 7:00 AM for the Badaling Great Wall, avoiding the peak tour group crowds, and climb to the Hero Slope at North Tower 8 for views over the Yanshan Mountains.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant at the foot of the Badaling Great Wall · Includes farmhouse dishes

AfternoonAfter lunch, head to Dingling of the Ming Tombs to visit the underground palace and learn about the Ming dynasty imperial tomb system.

DinnerNot included · Self-arranged dining near Olympic Park

EveningReturn to the city and go to Olympic Park to see the Bird's Nest and Water Cube illuminated at night from the outside, with free time for dinner.

TransportAir-conditioned private car (about 1.5 hours one way)Stay4-star hotel in downtown Beijing

3DAYBeijing

The Imperial Elegance of the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Buffet breakfast

MorningHead to the Summer Palace, take a boat on Kunming Lake, stroll along the Long Corridor, and climb to the Tower of Buddhist Incense for views of the lake and hills.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant near the Summer Palace · Includes kung pao chicken and seasonal vegetables

AfternoonAfter lunch, go to the Temple of Heaven Park to visit the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, Echo Wall and Circular Mound Altar, and experience the culture of heaven worship.

DinnerNot included · Arranged according to return time

EveningTransfer to the airport or railway station according to flight/high-speed rail time, ending the tour.

TransportAir-conditioned private carStayNone (returning same day)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Beijing	4-star hotel in downtown Beijing	4-star	Standard Twin Room	2 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

The Palace Museum

The world's largest surviving complex of wooden ancient architecture and the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Badaling Great Wall

The most iconic section of the Great Wall, with steep terrain and magnificent views.

Summer Palace

A Qing dynasty imperial garden famous for Kunming Lake, Longevity Hill, and the Long Corridor.

Temple of Heaven Park

The site where Ming and Qing emperors worshipped heaven and prayed for good harvests; the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is a Beijing landmark.

Shichahai

A leisure district where old Beijing hutongs intertwine with lakeside scenery.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Palace Museum in-depth guided tour upgrade	Beijing	2-hour expert-level commentary focusing on court rituals and architectural symbolism	CNY	Price upon request	Book at least 3 days in advance
Great Wall cable car / toboggan	Beijing	Badaling Great Wall cable car up + toboggan down	CNY	Price upon request	Open subject to weather conditions

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Full-journey air-conditioned private car with driver
Chinese-English bilingual guide
2 nights' 4-star hotel accommodation (breakfast included)
First admission tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
3 lunches + 1 dinner
Travel accident insurance

Not Included

International/domestic round-trip transportation to/from Beijing
Visa fees
Personal expenses outside the itinerary
Dinner where not included
Guide and driver gratuities
Single room supplement
Additional expenses due to force majeure

Notes

Good to Know

The Palace Museum and the Great Wall require real-name reservations in advance; please provide accurate passport information.
The itinerary order may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or attraction visitor limits, but no attractions will be omitted.
Child pricing applies to children aged 2-12 not occupying a bed.
If you wish to upgrade the hotel or add airport transfer service, please contact customer service in advance.

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