Spotlight on Iconic Landmarks
The Forbidden City
As one of the world's best-preserved wooden palatial structures, the Forbidden City is a living history book.
Across 600 years and 24 emperors, it has witnessed the rise and fall of dynasties and the vicissitudes of life. Every pavilion and hall carries colorful culture, and every red wall and yellow tile condenses profound history. Walk its grounds to truly measure its grandeur and feel like a modern witness to five dynasties of imperial lineage.
Mutianyu Great Wall
Stand atop the Great Wall, look out over the rolling mountains, and feel the weight of history.
It is not just China's pride, but the very spine of the Chinese nation, witnessing countless heroic feats and the resilience of its people.
Summer Palace
Tiananmen Square
Once the private landscape of emperors, this epitome of royal gardens offers tranquility and elegance.
From the rippling Kunming Lake to the lush Longevity Hill, it is a perfect blend of nature and humanity.
Tiananmen Square
Tiananmen Square
The heart of Beijing and the symbol of the nation. The daily flag-raising ceremony captivates countless visitors.
Shichahai
The "soul" of Beijing's old city. It combines the elegance of royal gardens with the vibrant, smoky atmosphere of local street life.
Qianmen Street
Originally built in 1436 as the "Official Street" and paved with stone in the Qing Dynasty, this 1400-meter avenue is a must-visit for global tourists
Tianjin's Five Great Avenues & Ancient Culture Street
The Five Great Avenues weave together unique architectural styles that tell stories of the Republic of China era, while the Ancient Culture Street bursts with Tianjin's most vivid daily life and heritage.
Xi'an Terracotta Warriors
Famously dubbed "cooler than The Mummy" by international visitors, this site draws people from all over the world.
Xi'an Ming City Wall & Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Xi'an Ming City Wall & Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
The Ming City Wall is China's largest and best-preserved ancient city wall. The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, the earliest and largest Tang Dynasty square pavilion-style brick pagoda, is a landmark of ancient wisdom and a key witness to cultural exchange along the Silk Road.
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
Arrive from overseas. An English-speaking guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel to rest.
- Meals: None
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Beijing.
Day 2: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Shichahai
AM: Visit Tiananmen Square and the Palace Museum (Forbidden City). Located at the center of Beijing's central axis, it is the essence of ancient Chinese court architecture and tops the list of the world's five great palaces (alongside Versailles, Buckingham Palace, the White House, and the Kremlin).
Lunch: Enjoy a special meal inside the Forbidden City at the Ice House Restaurant.
PM: Head to Shichahai to experience old Beijing hutong culture in the city's largest and best-preserved historical district. Visit Yinding Bridge (Beijing's oldest single-arch stone bridge, offering views of the Western Hills on clear days), walk through Yandai Byway, and reach the Drum Tower to feel the culture of Beijing's central axis.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Beijing.
Day 3: Mutianyu Great Wall & Olympic Park
AM: Head to Shichahai to experience old Beijing hutong culture in the city's largest and best-preserved historical district. Visit Yinding Bridge (Beijing's oldest single-arch stone bridge, offering views of the Western Hills on clear days), walk through Yandai Byway, and reach the Drum Tower to feel the culture of Beijing's central axis.
Lunch: Dine at a Great Wall viewing restaurant.
PM: Visit the Olympic Park for exterior views of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube, feeling the excitement of Olympic Beijing.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Beijing.
Day 4: Old Summer Palace & Summer Palace
AM: Visit the Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan), once the world's largest museum, which blended Jiangnan garden landscapes with Western architectural elements.
PM: Drive to the Summer Palace, the famed "Royal Garden Museum." Based on Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, its design was inspired by Hangzhou's West Lake and Jiangnan gardens.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Beijing.
Day 5: Temple of Heaven, Qianmen Street & Traditional Arts
AM: Explore the Temple of Heaven, the site where Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the heavens and prayed for good harvests. It features the Circular Mound and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, with walls designed to symbolize the ancient belief that "heaven is round and the earth is square".
PM: Soak in traditional culture on Qianmen Street, home to historic brands like Bianyifang, Quanjude, and Ruifuxiang. Wander the alleys to photograph old architecture and red lanterns. Enjoy a special arrangement: choose between watching an intangible cultural heritage Shadow Play OR making a traditional Lord Rabbit (Tu'er Ye).
Evening: Head to the Liyuan Theatre to experience the charm of Peking Opera.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Beijing.
Day 6: Beijing to Tianjin
AM: Drive to Tianjin and visit the Five Great Avenues, a beautifully preserved complex of foreign-style buildings known as the "World Building Exposition".
PM - Evening: Tour Ancient Culture Street and the Italian Style Area. At dusk, take a boat ride to enjoy the Haihe River night views before dinner and returning to the hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Tianjin.
Day 7: Tianjin to Xi'an
AM: Take flight CA2915 (11:35-13:40) to Xi'an.
Lunch: In-flight meal.
PM - Evening: Arrive in Xi'an and rest at the hotel. Later, explore the Bell and Drum Tower Square and choose between the Muslim Snack Street or Yongxingfang Snack Street (approx. 1 hour) to taste local treats and experience the ancient city's nightlife.
- Meals: Breakfast, In-fight Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Xi'an.
Day 8: Terracotta Warriors & Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
AM: Drive about 1 hour to Lintong to witness the "Eighth Wonder of the World": The Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Warriors), a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987.
PM - Evening: Visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda in Da Ci'en Temple, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese Buddhist architecture. After dinner, enjoy a night tour of the vibrant Grand Tang Mall.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Xi'an.
Day 9: Xi'an Wall & Qinling Four Treasures Park
AM: Tour the famous Ming City Wall (approx. 1 hour). Built between 1374 and 1378, this 600-year-old fortress is China's most complete ancient city wall system, complete with a moat, drawbridges, and watchtowers.
PM: Drive to Zhouzhi County to visit the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park (approx. 2 hours). See rare protected animals including the crested ibis, golden monkey, takin, and giant pandas (including the world's only captive brown panda, "Qizai"), along with over 20 other species native to the Qinling Mountains.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Coach
- Accommodation: 5-star hotel in Xi'an.
Day 10: Departure from Xi'an
AM: After breakfast, transfer to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport for your departure, concluding a joyful journey through Chinese history and culture.