5-Day Beijing In-Depth Journey
A comprehensive Beijing experience with all major sights plus hidden gems.
Best for: Travelers who want to truly understand Beijing, not just check off landmarks.
Day 1: Imperial Core
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Jingshan, Beihai Park.
Forbidden City
Full morning exploring. Include Treasure Gallery and Clock Gallery.
Welcome Peking Duck Dinner
Dadong or Siji Minfu.
Day 2: Great Wall & Countryside
Full day at Mutianyu.
Great Wall Hiking
Cable car up, hike eastern section, toboggan down.
Return to Downtown
Return to downtown after hiking — the drive from Mutianyu takes about 1.5–2 hours.
Day 3: Temples & Spirituality
Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple, Drum Tower.
Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
Lama Temple (Yonghegong) — a living Tibetan Buddhist temple. Take Line 2 or 5 to Yonghegong station.
Drum & Bell Towers
Drum & Bell Towers — climb for views over the hutongs. Take Line 8 to Shichahai station.
Day 4: Gardens & Art
Summer Palace, 798 Art District.
798 Art District
798 Art District — contemporary galleries in repurposed factories. Take Line 14 to Jiangtai station, then a short taxi.
Day 5: Relaxation & Departure
Panjiayuan Market, tea tasting, airport.
Panjiayuan Antique Market
Beijing's largest flea market.
Head to the Airport
Allow about 1.5–2 hours to reach the airport from downtown. Head there 3 hours before an international flight.