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Beijing Highlights: 5-Day English-Speaking Small Group Tour

Explore the Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, and Hutongs with a dedicated English-speaking guide in a small group of 2-8 guests.

Route Code
BEIJING-001
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Group Size
2–8 Guests
Language
English-speaking guide
International Guests English-speaking Guide Small Group

Why Choose This Tour

1

Comprehensive Landmarks: Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and Shichahai.

2

Preferred Great Wall Section: Explore Mutianyu Great Wall, known for its beautiful scenery and fewer crowds compared to Badaling.

3

Immersive Hutong Culture: Take a rickshaw ride through Shichahai Hutongs and visit Yandai Xiejie to experience local Beijing life.

4

Central Axis Exploration: Discover the historical wisdom of Beijing's urban planning along the central axis.

5

Dedicated English Service: Enjoy clear explanations and cultural insights from an experienced English-speaking guide.

Daily Itinerary

ROUTE BEIJING-001
Day 1
Arrival in Beijing
Beijing airport

Upon arrival in Beijing, you will be met by your guide or driver holding a sign with your name. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and adjust to the time difference. You may choose to explore nearby areas such as Wangfujing Street, Xidan, or Sanlitun at your own expense.

Meals: None
Accommodation: Hotel in Beijing City Center
Day 2
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Hutong Rickshaw Ride
Forbidden City palace halls and red walls Tiananmen Gate wide shot Rickshaw pulling through narrow Hutong alley

After breakfast, visit Tiananmen Square to see the Monument to the People's Heroes and the Great Hall of the People. Then enter the Forbidden City for a deep dive into imperial history, walking along the central axis. In the afternoon, experience the local lifestyle with a rickshaw ride through the Shichahai Hutongs.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Beijing City Center
Day 3
Mutianyu Great Wall & Olympic Park
Mutianyu Great Wall winding along mountain ridges Bird's Nest stadium illuminated at night

Drive to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a well-preserved section surrounded by lush forests. You can hike or take the cable car up (at your own expense). In the afternoon, return to the city to visit the Olympic Park, where you can see the exterior of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Beijing City Center
Day 4
Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace
Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at Temple of Heaven Summer Palace Long Corridor with paintings

Visit the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Explore the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and the Circular Mound Altar. In the afternoon, head to the Summer Palace, a vast royal garden. Walk along the Long Corridor, climb Wanlongshan Hill, and enjoy the views of Kunming Lake.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Beijing City Center
Day 5
Departure from Beijing
Beijing departure

After breakfast, pack your luggage. Depending on your flight or train schedule, your guide will arrange a private transfer to the airport or railway station. End of our services.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A

What's Included

1
Accommodation: 4 nights in centrally located hotels (3, 4, or 5-diamond category as selected).
2
Transport: Private vehicle for airport transfers and all sightseeing trips within the itinerary.
3
Guide: Professional English-speaking guide service throughout the tour.
4
Tickets: Entrance fees for listed attractions: Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace.
5
Activities: Rickshaw ride in Shichahai Hutongs.
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Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance and accident insurance for overseas tourists.

What's Not Included

  • Meals: Lunches and dinners are not included. Breakfast is provided at the hotel.
  • Optional Activities: Cable car/slide at Mutianyu Great Wall, boat ride at Summer Palace.
  • Personal Expenses: Tips, laundry, phone calls, and other personal items.
  • Single Supplement: Additional cost for single occupancy rooms.
  • Hotel Deposit: Refundable deposit required at hotel check-in.
  • Additional Transport: Any transport outside the agreed itinerary hours (usually before 20:00).

Pricing

Group Size Price per Adult
2 per adult CNY 4,560
3 per adult CNY 3,860
4 per adult CNY 3,780
5 per adult CNY 3,560
6 per adult CNY 3,860
7 per adult CNY 3,660
8 per adult CNY 3,500

Prices are based on group size. Final price depends on the number of participants confirmed at booking.

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