4 Nights/5 Days – Beijing Discovery – Palaces, Heritage & Imperial Gardens

Arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport and be warmly greeted by our representative. Enjoy a smooth private transfer to your hotel. Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Beijing Airport Zone, unwind after your flight, and prepare for an unforgettable cultural journey.

After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of the Summer Palace, China’s largest and most magnificent imperial garden. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this lakeside retreat was a royal escape filled with ornate pavilions, stone bridges, and classical landscaping. Walk along the Long Corridor, admire the scenic Kunming Lake, and explore the Marble Boat and Tower of Buddhist Incense.

Ideal for photography, culture lovers, and history buffs.

Tip: Shop for traditional silk fans or hand-painted scrolls nearby.

Enjoy a full free day to explore Beijing at your own pace or book optional activities such as:

Great Wall of China (Mutianyu or Badaling section – half/full day)

Wangfujing Night Market for authentic Beijing street food & shopping

Peking Opera Show at Liyuan Theatre (evening optional)

Use this day to dive into Beijing’s modern and ancient blend – from high-end malls to calligraphy shops.

After breakfast, begin your day at Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world and symbolic heart of modern China. From here, walk into the grand gates of the Forbidden City, the awe-inspiring imperial palace complex that served as the home to 24 emperors across the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Visit key highlights such as:

Hall of Supreme Harmony

Palace of Heavenly Purity

Imperial Garden

This guided walking experience offers deep insight into China’s dynastic legacy and ancient architecture.

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. Check out and take a comfortable airport transfer to Beijing Capital Airport for your return flight.

Leave with unforgettable memories of China’s imperial capital!