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Classic Beijing 5-Day 4-Night Group Tour 1
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Classic Beijing 5-Day 4-Night Group Tour

4.8 (326 reviews)Beijing5 Days 4 NightsPrivate itinerary

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Day 1Beijing

Arrival in Beijing | Airport/Railway Station Pickup & Free Time

Arrive in Beijing with private airport/railway station pickup and transfer to a downtown hotel; the rest of the day is free.

After arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport or Beijing Daxing International Airport (or one of Beijing's railway stations), our staff will provide 24-hour airport/railway station pickup according to your flight/train schedule and transfer you to a downtown hotel for check-in. No group sightseeing is arranged on this day; depending on your arrival time, you may explore the shopping areas, hutong alleys, or parks near the hotel on your own, or rest early to adjust to the time difference. We suggest confirming the next day's meeting time and weather with your guide or customer service after arrival, and preparing your identification documents in advance for attraction reservations.

Meals: No meals includedHotel: Downtown Beijing hotel (standard twin room, breakfast included)Transport: Private airport/railway station pickupGuide: Chinese-speaking guide (English-speaking guide available upon request)

Time plan

All day: Airport/railway station pickup (arranged according to flight or train schedule)

Upon arrival: Transfer to downtown hotel for check-in

Free time: Relax near the hotel or explore Beijing on your own

Evening: Customer service or guide will inform you of the next day's meeting time

Day 2Beijing

Tian'anmen Square · Forbidden City In-Depth Tour · Prince Gong's Mansion · Shichahai Hutong

A day tour of Beijing's Central Axis and the heart of the old city, exploring the Forbidden City and a princely mansion, and strolling through the Shichahai hutongs.

In the morning, head to Tian'anmen Square to experience the core space of Beijing's Central Axis; then visit the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (if same-day reservations are full, we will arrange an outside view in the square and extend time at other stops). Afterward, enter the Palace Museum for an in-depth tour, visiting the main halls along the Central Axis and learning about Ming and Qing court history and architectural layout. In the afternoon, visit Prince Gong's Mansion, a relatively well-preserved Qing dynasty princely mansion complex, then walk into the Shichahai area and stroll through the hutong streets to experience the flavor of old Beijing. There will be a lot of walking today, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Meals: Breakfast includedHotel: Downtown Beijing hotel (standard twin room, breakfast included)Transport: Air-conditioned tour busGuide: Chinese-speaking guide (English-speaking guide available upon request)

Time plan

08:00 Depart from hotel for Tian'anmen Square

09:00 Visit Tian'anmen Square

09:40 Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (if reservations are full, view from outside)

10:40 In-depth tour of the Palace Museum

Day 3Beijing

Flag-Raising/Flag-Lowering Ceremony · Badaling Great Wall · Acrobatics Show

View the ceremony in the early morning, climb the Badaling Great Wall, and enjoy traditional acrobatics in the evening.

Departure will be arranged according to the day's flag-raising or flag-lowering time, and you will go to Tiananmen Square to watch the ceremony (the exact time varies by season, and an early meeting time may be required). Afterwards, visit one of the following: Tiananmen Gate Tower, the Military Museum, or the Capital Museum (subject to daily opening and reservation availability). In the afternoon, head to the Badaling Great Wall for a visit, with ample time for photos and rest. Depending on your fitness, you may choose optional activities such as the cable car or toboggan (at your own expense). In the evening, a traditional acrobatics performance is arranged, where you can experience the skill and stage effects of Chinese acrobatics.

Meals: Breakfast includedHotel: Beijing city hotel (standard twin room, breakfast included)Transport: Air-conditioned tour busGuide: Chinese-speaking guide (English-speaking guide available upon request)

Time plan

Early morning: Head to Tiananmen Square to watch the flag-raising/flag-lowering ceremony

08:30 After breakfast, head to Tiananmen Gate Tower, the Military Museum, or the Capital Museum (choose one)

11:30 Lunch (own expense)

13:00 Head to Badaling Great Wall

Day 4Beijing

Summer Palace · Tsinghua and Peking University (Exterior) · Olympic Park · Temple of Heaven Park

A one-day itinerary combining a royal garden, university landmarks, modern Olympic venues, and ancient sacrificial architecture.

In the morning, head to the Summer Palace and tour the areas around Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, visiting the main halls and garden landscapes to learn about the design philosophy of imperial gardens. Along the way, view the campuses of Tsinghua University and Peking University from the outside (exterior only; no interior visit included). In the afternoon, head to Olympic Park to view Olympic landmarks such as the National Stadium (Bird's Nest) and the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube) from the outside. Afterwards, go to Temple of Heaven Park to visit core buildings such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and learn about ancient heaven-worship rituals and architectural layout.

Meals: Breakfast includedHotel: Beijing city hotel (standard twin room, breakfast included)Transport: Air-conditioned tour busGuide: Chinese-speaking guide (English-speaking guide available upon request)

Time plan

08:00 Depart from hotel to Summer Palace

08:45 Visit Summer Palace

11:30 Lunch (own expense)

13:00 View Tsinghua University and Peking University from the outside

Day 5Beijing

Free Time | Airport/Train Station Transfer and Return

Free time in the morning; airport/train station transfer will be arranged according to your flight or train schedule.

In the morning, you can arrange your own free time, such as shopping in a nearby commercial area, visiting a café, or resting at the hotel. Staff will arrange 24-hour airport/train station transfer service based on your flight or train schedule. Please confirm the transfer time with customer service in advance and allow ample time for the journey and check-in/boarding procedures. If you would like to add a half-day city private car charter or a specialty meal experience, please contact customer service in advance to add it.

Meals: Breakfast includedHotel: Accommodation not included (same-day return)Transport: Private transfer to airport/train stationGuide: Chinese-speaking guide (English-speaking guide available upon request)

Time plan

Morning: Free time (optional add-on: half-day private car charter or specialty meal experience)

Based on flight/train schedule: Private transfer to the airport or train station

Complete flight/train check-in and boarding procedures; end of itinerary

4. Add-ons (optional)

Practical services for inbound travel, reimbursement, connectivity, hotel, vehicle, and documents.

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6. Important policies

Cancellations and changes are subject to the terms agreed upon at the time of order confirmation. In general, cancellations made well in advance of the travel date may be eligible for a partial refund, while cancellations close to the departure date may incur costs already incurred for hotels, tickets, and vehicle services. Stricter terms may apply during public holidays, peak seasons, and for special-rate room types; the booking confirmation shall prevail.

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