5-Day First Glance of China Beijing Tour

Tour Features: This is a private tour to the current capital of China, Beijing. In addition to Beijing classics like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, the highlight on this tour is plenty of time for shopping and exploring on your own. It's a well-balanced tour with guided sightseeing and free time.

Tour Fares: From USD199/Person

Destinations: Beijing

Itinerary:

Day 01: Beijing

Arrive at Beijing, the capital of China. Clear the immigration & customs and pick up your luggage, which may take about 60mins. Be greeted at the exit of luggage claim area by the private guide holding a sign.
Be transferred about 60mins to hotel for check in. Free & easy day for your to adjust the jetlag.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 02 Beijing (B, L)

0630-0900 breakfast at hotel.
0900-1700 full day tour as follows:
Today’s tour starts at northern part of Tian'anmen Square. Seeing the Tian’anmen Rostrum, it is the symbol of new China. You could see two pairs of 600 years old stone lions, the ornamental columns, the outer golden water bridge and so on. Besides, having chance to view all constructions from distance. Such as the National Flag Pole, the Monument to the People's Hero, the Chairman Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of People, and the National Museum. From there you will proceed to the Forbidden City, the largest and best-preserved ancient imperial palaces group with 500 years history in the world. Visit the Forbidden City along the central axis from south to north for about 2 hours.

After lunch, you'll visit the Temple of Heaven -- the largest ancient imperial worship architecture group in the world where the ancient Emperors prayed for peace and harvest. After that, a short visit to a pearl free market not missed. You will enjoy a peaceful time by walking through the old backstreets, also called Hutongs, to touch the local life. There are also a lot of bars and nice restaurants where you can take a short break. There is also rickshaw available in the Hutongs for your own interest (your own cost). Back to hotel.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 03 Beijing (B, L)

0630-0800 breakfast at hotel.
0800-1700 full day tour as follows:
The highlight today is to conquer the Badaling Great Wall, a symbol of the Chinese ancient civilization. Upon arriving at the Great Wall, you can either take cable car uphill or hike along the stairs on the wall(cable car is not included, you can choose based on your own interests). You may spend 2-3 hours on the symbol of the Chinese ancient civilization. You will also have 45 minutes for a short visit of Jade Carving Factory. The jade carving is a famous special Chinese product, a blend of the excellent skill on carving and Chinese traditional cultures. In the afternoon drive back to city and stop by the Olympic venues, which are more often to be known as Bird Nest and Water Cube. You can take some photos outside. Following is a visit to the Summer Palace, a summer resort for Empress Dowager Ci Xi. Back to hotel.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 04 Beijing (B)

Full day free for your own exploration.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 05 Beijing (B)

Transfer to airport by driver and board your departure flight. Service completes.

Tour Fares:

Prices based on 3-Star Hotel

Prices based on 4-Star Hotel

Incl. & Excl.:

The Quotations include:

1. Hotel accommodations on twin basis with daily breakfast.
2. Private English speaking local guides during the tour (8hrs per tour day).
3. Private vehicle with experienced driver in all transfers and tours (8hrs per tour day).
4. Entrance tickets of sightseeing as mentioned above.
5. Local lunches as per itinerary.
6. Complimentary water bottles (2 bottles per person per tour day).

The Quotations exclude:

1. International flights.
2. China Visa.
3. Meals (Guide will give you some suggestions, the cost will on your own).
4. Gratuities to the guide, driver, and hotel bell boy, etc.
5. Personal expenses (travel insurance, cable car, battery car, etc).
6. Travel insurances.
7. Any other items that not indicated in the itinerary.