Tours > China Tour >  Visit Imperial Beijing

03 DAYS IMPERIAL BEIJING 
Trip code: CN-IBJ3

The political & cultural capital of China for the past hundreds of year, Beijing perhaps makes decision for more people than any other capital cities. It also has incredibly much to offer to tourists. The greatest man-made structure in the world - Great Wall, the much talked about Forbidden Palace, the lovely Summer Palace ... the list can goes on and on.

Day 01SHANGHAI/BEIJING
Fly Shanghai/Beijing.
Upon arrival, met & transfer to Peace Novotel or Peninsula Palace Hotel.
This afternoon, go on a tour of the Forbidden City - where the Emperors of China resided for more than close to 600 years. China imperial history unfolds as you explore the huge compound and the various rooms in the palace complex. Tour ends at Tian An Men, which witness some of the dramatic event of China’s recent history.

Day 02BEIJING
Of course, no visit to Beijing is complete without the Great Wall! Today, we make a full day to Mutianyu, a less visited section of the Wall. En route, also visit the Ming Tomb.
(Breakfast, Lunch included)

Day 03BEIJING/SHANGHAI
This morning, visit the Summer Palace with the lovely garden and lakes - Renshoudian Palace, Deheyuan Theatre Museum, Long Corridor, Marble Boat ...
Transfer to the airport for flight Beijing/Shanghai.
(Breakfast, Lunch included)

FOR THE 4 DAYS TRIP

Day 03BEIJING
This morning, visit the Summer Palace with the lovely garden and lakes - Renshoudian Palace, Deheyuan Theatre Museum, Long Corridor, Marble Boat ...
In the afternoon, visit Tiantan, the Heavenly Temple where the Emperor performed the most important rituals. It is now the symbol of China Tourism. You will also have time to shop in Liulichang Antique Street.
(Breakfast, Lunch included)

Day 04BEIJING/SHANGHAI
Morning, go on an unique tour - a rickshaw tour of the Hutong area including Siheyuan., Bell Tower, Drum Tower, Prince Gong Mansion. Also, visit the Lama Temple.
Transfer to the airport for flight Beijing/Shanghai in the afternoon.
(Breakfast, Lunch included)

EXTENSION TO DATONG


Day 04BEIJING/DATONG
After the morning Hutong and Lama Temple tour in Beijing, drive 4 hours to Datong. Check into Yungang International Hotel.
(Breakfast, Lunch included)

Day 05DATONG
Visit the Yungang Grottoes, is one of China’s largest grottoes and world famous treasure house of arts and culture; The Huayan Monastery, Shanhua Monastery and the Nine Dragon Screen, said to be the largest screen of its type anywhere in China.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

Day 06DATONG/TAIYUAN/SHANGHAI
Today, we visit the Sakyamuni Wooden Pagoda at Wooden Pagoda in Yingxian County. Late afternoon, drive to Taiyuan for flight Taiyuan/Shanghai in the evening.
(Breakfast, Lunch included)

PRICES PER PERSON:

2 Nights Datong extension: USD 395


COST INCLUDES

• Airfare as stated in the itinerary;

• Accommodation on twin share basis;

• Meals as stated (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner);

• All tours & transfers in private air-con vehicle with English speaking guide and all entrance fees.

COST EXCLUDES

• Airport taxes;

• Visa;

• Travel insurance;

• Personal & other expenses not stated.
   

HOTEL DESCRIPTIONS
Beijing
Novotel Peace: A 4-star hotel within a short walk from Wangfujing, the main shopping mall of Beijing and close the Tian An Men Square and Forbidden Palace. (www.accorhotel.com)

Peninsula Palace Hotel: This 5-star hotel is run by the prestigious Peninsula Group maintaining the high standard of room appointment and service. It is a short walk from Wangfujing, the main shopping mall of Beijing and close the Tian An Men Square and Forbidden Palace. (www.peninsula.com)

Datong
Yungang International Hotel: This hotel is rated 4-star with all the required amenities and facilities. It is the best hotel in town.