5-day trip to Beijing, China Itinerary

Embark on a private tour to the Mutianyu Great Wall and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Take a break and have a picnic lunch at the Great Wall. Afterward, visit the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) and explore its beautiful gardens. Enjoy a coffee or tea at TRB Hutong.

Continue your exploration of the Summer Palace and take a boat ride on Kunming Lake. Have a late lunch at Da Dong Roast Duck for another delicious Peking duck experience.

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Beijing at Sanlitun Bar Street. Enjoy dinner at Lost Heaven, a popular restaurant serving Yunnan cuisine. Afterward, head to Hatsune Japanese Restaurant & Bar (Sanlitun) for drinks and live music.

Start your day with a visit to the Lama Temple (Yonghegong), one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist temples outside of Tibet. Enjoy a traditional Chinese breakfast at Mr. Shi's Dumplings.

Take a guided walking tour of the Hutongs and experience the traditional way of life in Beijing's old neighborhoods. Have lunch at Dali Courtyard, a charming restaurant serving Yunnan cuisine.

Immerse yourself in Chinese culture with a visit to a traditional Beijing opera performance at Liyuan Theatre. Enjoy dinner at Made in China, a renowned restaurant serving authentic Chinese cuisine.

Explore the Ming Tombs (Ming Shisan Ling), the burial site of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. Have breakfast at Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu (Baoyuan Dumpling House) and savor their delicious dumplings.

Visit the Temple of Heaven (Tiantan) and witness locals practicing tai chi and other traditional activities. Have lunch at King's Joy Vegetarian Restaurant, a popular vegetarian restaurant in Beijing.

Enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony at Confucius Temple. Have dinner at The Schoolhouse at Mutianyu, a unique restaurant located near the Great Wall. End the day with a relaxing walk along Gubei Water Town.

Visit the futuristic CCTV Headquarters and admire its unique architecture. Have breakfast at Green T. House Living (Shunyi), a stylish restaurant serving modern Chinese cuisine.

Explore the 798 Art Zone, a vibrant district filled with contemporary art galleries and studios. Have lunch at Capital M Beijing, a restaurant with a stunning view of the city.

Enjoy a spectacular acrobatic show at Chaoyang Theatre. Have dinner at Temple Restaurant Beijing (TRB), a fine-dining restaurant serving modern Chinese cuisine with a twist.