DAY 01
Imperial Beijing
Explore the Forbidden City with advance entry arrangements, then leave room for the surrounding historic centre. Keep the afternoon flexible rather than adding another large museum.
Forbidden City
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SAMPLE JOURNEY / 3 DAYS
Beijing Classics in 3 Days.
The imperial city, the Great Wall and the quieter rhythm of old Beijing.
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AT A GLANCE
Beijing
The imperial city, the Great Wall and the quieter rhythm of old Beijing.
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Day by day.
DAY 02
A day on the Great Wall
Travel out to Mutianyu for a walk along the restored wall. Choose a section and ascent suited to your mobility, with time for stops before returning to Beijing.
Mutianyu Great Wall
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DAY 03
Temple grounds and old lanes
Visit the Temple of Heaven and continue to the lanes around Shichahai. This final day balances monumental architecture with everyday neighbourhood life.
Temple of Heaven Shichahai hutongs
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Three sightseeing days, with arrival before Day 1. The Forbidden City schedule and reservations can change the order.
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