Day 1 | Arrival in Beijing • Private Airport Transfer

✅ Key Experience: Private chauffeur pickup at Beijing International Airport + direct transfer to luxury hotel.

En route, uncover Beijing’s dual allure: a 6-dynasty imperial capital with 3,000+ years of history, and a modern global hub blending politics, culture, and cutting-edge style.

Travel Tip: Beat jet lag! Spend the evening exploring Sanlitun (trendy bars, global brands) or China World Trade Center (CWTC) — Beijing’s most vibrant nightlife spots.

Day 2 | Imperial Majesty & Authentic Local Life

Morning: Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square (English Guide)

Tiananmen Square: The world’s largest urban square — learn its political symbolism since the 1980s and admire Soviet-style architecture (Great Hall of the People, National Museum of China).

The Palace Museum (Forbidden City): Explore the Ming/Qing imperial palace with an English-speaking guide.

• ✅ "Front Court (state affairs) + Rear Court (daily life)" layout

• ✅ Symbolism of yellow (imperial power) & red (good fortune)

• ✅ Dragon Throne in Hall of Supreme Harmony + The Last Emperor film references

Afternoon: Hutong Rickshaw Ride & Local Family Experience

Shichahai Scenic Area: Ride a rickshaw through ancient hutongs (narrow alleyways) and visit a traditional siheyuan (courtyard house). Learn stories behind hutong names (e.g., Mao’er Hutong = "Hat Maker Alley").

Interactive Cultural Activity: Cook dumplings or practice Chinese brush calligraphy with a local family — authentic home culture you can’t get from guidebooks!

Evening: Tang Dynasty Tea & Zen Performance

Immerse in China’s tea culture with Lu Yu’s The Classic of Tea (Tang Dynasty). Enjoy a performance of Tang costumes, guzheng music, and Tai Chi — embodying the "unity of tea and Zen" philosophy.

Day 3 | Mutianyu Great Wall & Olympic Legacy Tour

Morning: Mutianyu Great Wall (Cable Car + English Guide)

✅ Hassle-Free Access: Round-trip cable car (skip the hike!).

Learn about the Great Wall’s military design: watchtowers, beacon towers, and arrow slits. Compare it to Rome’s Hadrian’s Wall and hear the story of Ming general Qi Jiguang.

Must-Do: Snap photos at the watchtower with Mao Zedong’s famous quote: "He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man!"

Afternoon: Olympic Green (Bird’s Nest & Water Cube)

Admire the 2008 Beijing Olympics’ iconic venues:

Bird’s Nest: Steel structure mimicking a bird’s nest (symbol of "unity of man and nature").

Water Cube: Bubble design inspired by Chinese lattice windows — discover its color-changing night lights and eco-friendly rainwater recycling system.

Evening: Culinary Adventure

Recommended: Spicy crawfish on Guijie Street (Beijing Food Street) or global cuisine in Sanlitun — taste Beijing’s diverse food scene.

Day 4 | Royal Gardens & 798 Art Zone: Tradition Meets Modern Art

Morning: Summer Palace (Lake Scenery + Imperial Culture)

Modeled after Hangzhou’s West Lake — explore the Long Corridor with paintings of Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Journey to the West.

Compare to France’s Versailles: Chinese garden philosophy of "scenery changes with each step".

✅ Fun Activity: Dress in Qing Dynasty costumes for photos at Buddha Fragrance Pavilion.

Afternoon: Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan) & Cultural Reflection

Stand amid the ruins of the "Garden of Gardens" — learn about its 1860 destruction by British/French troops. Reflect on cultural heritage protection with Victor Hugo’s condemnation quote: "Two robbers plundered this magnificent palace".

Evening: 798 Art Zone (Former Factory → Art Hub)

Compare to New York’s SOHO — explore the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art, independent bookstores, and street art. Experience Chinese contemporary art’s critique and innovation.

Day 5 | Temple of Heaven & Farewell Peking Duck Dinner

Morning: Temple of Heaven (Sacred Rituals + Tai Chi)

Circular Mound Altar: "Nine Layers of Heaven" stone slabs (symbol of imperial supreme status) + Echo Wall’s acoustic wonders. Compare to Rome’s Pantheon.

✅ Interactive Activity: Learn basic Tai Chi in front of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests — understand "harmony between heaven and humanity".

Afternoon: Qianmen & Wangfujing (Shopping + Local Snacks)

Qianmen Street: Ride a vintage tram and visit time-honored brands (Quanjude Peking duck, Neiliansheng cloth shoes).

Wangfujing Street: Free shopping + must-try snacks (candied hawthorns, fried scorpions) + Wangfujing Catholic Church (East-West architecture blend).

Evening: Farewell Dinner at Quanjude (Peking Duck Feast)

Live duck-carving demonstration by chefs.

Learn to eat Peking duck: Wrap slices in pancakes with sweet bean sauce, scallions, and cucumber.

Receive a Chinese knot souvenir (symbol of friendship & good fortune).

Why Choose This Tour?

• ✅ Private transfers + English-speaking guides for seamless communication

• ✅ Authentic cultural interactions (dumpling making, Tai Chi, family visits)

• ✅ Perfect mix of history (Great Wall, Forbidden City) & modernity (798 Art Zone, Olympic Green)

• ✅ Family-friendly & luxury-focused experiences

Book Now: Secure your spot for an unforgettable Beijing journey — ideal for travelers seeking depth, comfort, and authentic Chinese experiences!