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1 Day Discovery of Timeless Beijing

Highlights

  • This full-day excursion provides you with an unforgettable and wonderful experience of authentic ancient Beijing culture, from imperial history to living traditions.

Route

Route Map
Day
Attractions & Activities
Overnight
1
Forbidden City, Yonghe Temple(Lama Temple), Beijing Hutongs, Painting Beijing Opera Masks
Beijing

Tour Features

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Accommodation & Meals

Our sample itinerary includes mid-range four-star hotels with standard amenities to keep initial costs in check. Accommodations and meals are fully customizable, and your dedicated travel advisor will adjust them to match your preferred level of comfort or luxury.

Day Accommodation Meals
1
End of Tour
(No Accommodation)
L: Day1

A Day in Old Beijing: Forbidden City, Lama Temple & Mask Painting

(Includes hotel pickup, lunch, entry fees, and activity materials)

08:30-12:00

Hotel pickup and transfer to the Forbidden City (approx. 30-minute drive). Guided tour of the Forbidden City, including the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Palace of Heavenly Purity, and the Imperial Garden.

12:00-13:00

Lunch at a local restaurant featuring Beijing specialties and traditional snacks.

13:00-15:00

Transfer to Yonghe Lama Temple. Visit Yonghe Lama Temple, exploring its grand halls, giant Buddha statues, and tranquil atmosphere.

15:00-17:00

Drive to Dongcheng Hutong area to participate in a Beijing Opera mask-painting workshop:

Learn about the symbols and stories behind different mask designs

Paint your own mask under expert guidance and take it home as a unique souvenir

17:00-17:30

Return transfer to your hotel or central location.

Attractions & Activities

Important to Know

  • This sample itinerary is designed for a private tour, featured dedicated vehicle and guide.
  • Join-in tour is NOT available, hence solo travelers must cover the entire cost independently.
  • Prices are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
  • This tour is offered in US dollars (USD), euros (EUR), and RMB (CNY), other currencies are NOT accepted.
  • This sample itinerary is served as a starting point for your trip planning. Feel free to tell us your needs and requirements. Inquiry
  • One of our travel consultants will reply your Inquiry by emails or phone. He or she will work with you accross all details about your trip plan until you are totally satisfied with it.

Prices Per Person

Number of Travelers Solo 2 People 3-5 People 6-9 People 10 Plus People
Estimated Prices USD $ 367 238 220 189 Get Quote Now
EUR € 299 193 180 153
CNY ¥ 2385 1544 1433 1225

The above quotation is based on prices during the shoulder season and is for reference only. As peak and off-peak seasons vary by destination in China, please contact your Traveler Consultant for a customized quotation.

Included

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    All entrance fees & activities
    (Unless labeled as optional in the itinerary)
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    All accommodation
    (Recommend 4-star rating plus)
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    Professional guides & drivers
    (Incl. all destinations in the itinerary)
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    All transportation & transfer
    (Unless labeled as optional in the itinerary)
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    Meals & drinking water
    (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

  • International flights
    (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items
    (Souvenirs, tips, etc.)