5-Day In-Depth Tour of Beijing
A comprehensive Beijing experience covering all major attractions and hidden gems.
Suitable for: Travelers who want to truly understand Beijing, not just check off tourist attractions.
Day 1: The Heart of the Empire
Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, and Beihai Park.
The Forbidden City
Spend the entire morning exploring. This includes the Treasure Hall and the Clock and Watch Hall.
Welcome Dinner · Peking Duck
Da Dong or Siji Minfu.
Day 2: The Great Wall and the Countryside
Full-day tour of Mutianyu.
Hiking the Great Wall
Take the cable car up, hike the eastern section, and slide down the toboggan run.
Return to Downtown
Return to downtown after hiking — the drive from Mutianyu takes about 1.5–2 hours.
Day 3: Temples and Religious Culture
Temple of Heaven, Yonghe Temple, Drum Tower.
Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
Lama Temple (Yonghegong) — a living Tibetan Buddhist temple. Take Line 2 or 5 to Yonghegong station.
Drum & Bell Towers
Drum & Bell Towers — climb for views over the hutongs. Take Line 8 to Shichahai station.
Day 4: Gardens and Art
The Summer Palace, 798 Art District.
798 Art District
798 Art District — contemporary galleries in repurposed factories. Take Line 14 to Jiangtai station, then a short taxi.
Day 5: Leisure and Return Trip
Panjiayuan Market, tea tasting, and the airport.
Panjiayuan Antique Market
Beijing’s largest flea market.
Head to the Airport
Allow about 1.5–2 hours to reach the airport from downtown. Head there 3 hours before an international flight.