Beijing Discovery

Arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport, where you will be met by your private driver and transferred to your centrally located luxury hotel. After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Consider taking an evening stroll around Wangfujing Street, one of Beijing’s most famous shopping and dining areas, where you can explore local markets and sample delicious street food. Alternatively, visit the charming Houhai Lake area for a relaxing walk along the waterfront, followed by dinner at one of the traditional courtyard-style restaurants.

Begin your day with a private full-day guided tour of Beijing’s most significant landmarks. Start at Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public square, before continuing to the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City, home to nearly 1,000 rooms of imperial history. Enjoy a traditional Beijing-style lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the serene Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. In the afternoon, explore the stunning Summer Palace, an imperial retreat with a vast lake and exquisite gardens. End your day with an optional Peking duck dinner or a traditional opera show.

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, known for its breathtaking views and well-preserved structure. Enjoy a private guided walk along the wall, with an option to take a cable car up and down. Lunch will be served at a countryside restaurant featuring local specialties. In the afternoon, visit the Olympic Green for a photo stop at the iconic Bird’s Nest and Water Cube stadiums, symbols of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Time permitting consider a visit to the Lama Temple, Beijing’s most renowned Tibetan Buddhist temple, featuring an impressive 85-foot sandalwood Buddha statue. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your departure flight, or extend your journey with additional explorations in China.