Day 2 Beijing

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Your first peek into Beijing begins with Tian’anmen Square, the world’s largest and renowned public square where many historical events once took place.

Then walk into the Forbidden City (UNESCO), where the 24 emperors of the Ming and the Qing Dynasties ruled for nearly 500 years (1420-1911). Experience the architectural splendor of the palaces, ceremonial courtyards and private quarters.

Visit a silk gift shop en route.

After the lunch, visit the Temple of Heaven (UNESCO), where ancient Chinese emperors would make sacrifices to Heaven and pray for good harvests.

Good to know: Usually the guide service for a full day tour is about from 9:00 to 17:00, and the evening time is on your own. If needed, your guide is happy to offer some tips or help you buy tickets for evening entertainment.

Ideas for leisure time: If you are interested in Chinese Kung Fu, the Legend of Kung Fu is a good choice for tonight. It is stunning Kung Fu show with a great story line and martial arts skills.

Day 3 Beijing

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today setting out to the China's most renowned monument - Great Wall(UNESCO) which is the most spectacular structures ever built by humans and as the only one visible from space.

Take a stop at a cloisonné workshop en route.

After lunch, visit another renowned imperial site, the Summer Palace (UNESCO), the largest imperial garden in the world.

Ideas for leisure time:

1. Enjoy the Peking Duck dinner at time-honored restaurant - Quanjude or Bianyifang. The duck is characteristic with its crispy skin, tender meat and the fragrance from the fruit-wood.

2. Watch a breathtaking acrobatic show at Chaoyang Theater or Tiandi Theater.