The Great Wall at Jinshanling winding over mountain ridges

IMPERIAL COURTYARDS & MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Beijing: Palaces & the Great Wall

5 DAYS · BEIJING / FORBIDDEN CITY / GREAT WALL

Experience two of China’s great icons in one journey: the imperial courtyards of the Forbidden City and the mountain ridges of the Great Wall, with time for Beijing’s food and neighborhoods.

A STARTING POINT, MADE PERSONAL

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Dates, pace and experiences can be discussed around your plans. Request a proposal for confirmed services and pricing.

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WHY THIS JOURNEY

The moments to look forward to.

  • The Forbidden City’s imperial architecture
  • A Great Wall day tailored to your walking pace
  • Hutong lanes, tea breaks and Peking duck

DAY BY DAY

A little structure.
Room for discovery.

01Day 1 · Arrive in Beijing

Settle in and enjoy an easy first evening, with a chance to try Peking duck.

02Day 2 · The Forbidden City

Explore the palace courtyards and galleries, with time to take in the scale and detail of imperial Beijing. Visits are subject to ticket availability.

03Day 3 · The Great Wall

Spend the day at the Great Wall. Choose a section and walking plan to suit your interests and fitness before confirming the itinerary.

04Day 4 · Hutongs & the Temple of Heaven

Discover old neighborhoods, pause for tea and explore the Temple of Heaven grounds.

05Day 5 · Your next chapter

Keep the morning flexible before departure or your onward journey.

BEFORE YOU BOOK

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Discuss your preferences

Share your travel dates, party size, hotel preferences, walking pace and the experiences that matter most.

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The final proposal should name the operator, services, inclusions, exclusions, total price and cancellation terms. This sample route is not a confirmed booking.

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YOUR JOURNEY, YOUR WAY

Make room for something good.

Tell us the places you love and the pace you enjoy. Let’s start shaping your China story.

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