Embark on a comprehensive two-day exploration of Beijing's most iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites. This tour covers Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace. Experience the charm of Beijing with a rickshaw tour through the Hutongs. Indulge in a culinary highlight with a famous Peking roast duck and a delicious trout fish feast. Your journey includes the expertise of a professional guide, a dedicated driver, two delightful lunches, and all necessary entrance tickets.
Day 1: Tiananmen Square - Forbidden City - Temple of Heaven - Summer Palace
Repas : déjeuner : Famous Peking Duck lunch
( Kong Bao chicken, green broccoli, delicious noodles, soup,,, )
Meals: Lunch: Famous Peking Duck lunch (includes Kong Bao chicken, green broccoli, delicious noodles, soup, and more.)
Day 1, Stop 1
Tiananmen Square
40 min
Your guide and driver will meet you promptly in your hotel lobby. Begin your tour with a visit to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest city center square. Observe the Tiananmen Gate with Chairman Mao's portrait, the national flag, the National Museum building, the Great Hall of the People, and the Monument to the People's Heroes.
Day 1, Stop 2
The Palace Museum
2 h, entrée incluse
Explore the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend two hours discovering this ancient imperial palace, which housed 24 emperors. Your professional guide will share insights into the lives of the emperors and their consorts, as well as intriguing stories from within the Forbidden City.
Day 1, Stop 3
Temple of Heaven
2 h, entrée incluse
In the afternoon, proceed to the Temple of Heaven, a landmark building and the largest worshiping structure globally, built by Ming and Qing emperors. Enjoy a peaceful stroll in the park and observe local retirees playing chess and cards.
Day 1, Stop 4
Summer Palace
2 h, entrée incluse
Continue to the Summer Palace, an exquisite example of ancient royal gardens. Your guide will recount the stories of Empress Dowager Cixi, her opulent lifestyle, her opera house, and her birthday celebration venue. Walk through the Long Corridor and admire the stunning views of Kunming Lake.
Day 2: Mutianyu Great Wall - Hutong Rickshaw Tour
Repas : déjeuner : Delicious Trout fish lunch
( Pork with chestnut dish, green beens, pancakes,,, )
Meals: Lunch: Delicious Trout fish lunch (includes Pork with chestnut dish, green beans, pancakes, and more.)
Day 2, Stop 1
Mutianyu Great Wall
5 h, entrée incluse
Meet your guide and driver at your hotel lobby at 8:30 AM for your Great Wall adventure. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a UNESCO World Culture Heritage Site renowned for its magnificent scenery and fewer crowds. A round-trip cable car will transport you to the best vantage points for breathtaking views. Alternatively, take a chairlift up and enjoy a fun toboggan ride down. Your guide will share detailed historical narratives as you explore.
Day 2, Stop 2
Hutong Tour
2 h, entrée incluse
Discover the best Hutong alley area, offering an authentic glimpse into old Beijing. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the Hou Hai lake area, visit a local courtyard family home to learn about traditional Beijing life, complete with birdcages, pomegranate trees, and fish ponds, embodying rich Chinese culture. Stroll past Houhai Lake and visit Yin-ding Bridge for a pleasant walk. This promises to be a fantastic experience!