Beijing Imperial Journey: 7-Day Cultural Discovery

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Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

1 person

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais

About this tour

Embark on a 7-day immersive journey through China’s magnificent capital, Beijing. Experience the grandeur of imperial palaces, walk along the ancient Great Wall, participate in traditional cultural activities, and savor authentic Peking duck and imperial cuisine. This carefully curated tour combines historical wonders with hands-on cultural experiences, including Peking opera performances, imperial-style banquets with costume immersion, tai chi sessions, and traditional crafts. Perfect for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and food lovers seeking to discover Beijing’s rich heritage.

Highlights

  • Imperial Splendor: Explore the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven - masterpieces of Chinese architecture
  • Cultural Immersion: Peking opera performance, imperial banquet with costume experience, and calligraphy workshops
  • Culinary Adventures: Imperial-style banquet with royal dressing, Peking duck feast, and dumpling making classes
  • Great Wall Marvel: Walk along the Juyong Pass section of the Great Wall and learn about its history
  • Imperial Experiences: Royal costume experience during imperial banquet and palace photography
  • Hutong Life: Experience traditional alleyways by rickshaw and visit local families

Itinerary

Day 1: Beijing Arrival - Imperial Welcome

Ancient Capital Introduction

Arrive at Beijing Capital Airport, traditional welcome with jasmine tea.

  • NightKung fu show with backstage meet-and-greet. Witness the precision and discipline of traditional Chinese martial arts

Day 2: Forbidden City & Imperial Experiences

Heart of Ancient China

  • MorningForbidden City comprehensive tour including Hall of Supreme Harmony and Imperial Garden

  • AfternoonJingshan Park climb for panoramic views of the palace complex

  • EveningImperial banquet with royal costume experience and traditional music performance. Traditional musicians perform ancient imperial court music during dinner

Dining Experience:

Dress in imperial costumes while enjoying an 8-course royal menu recreation.

Day 3: Great Wall Adventure & Ming Tombs

Ancient Wonders

  • MorningJuyong Pass Great Wall hike with photography at strategic watchtowers

  • AfternoonMing Tombs exploration, traditional paper cutting workshop

  • EveningPeking opera performance with makeup demonstration. Watch performers apply intricate makeup and learn about symbolic colors.

Photo Tip:

The Great Wall's watchtowers provide dramatic backgrounds for sunrise photos

Day 4: Temple of Heaven & Cultural Activities

Spiritual Sites & Traditional Crafts

  • MorningTemple of Heaven visit, join locals in morning tai chi sessions

  • AfternoonHutong rickshaw tourcalligraphy workshop with master

  • EveningDumpling making class using imperial chef's recipes

Hands-On:

Learn imperial-style calligraphy using traditional brushes and ink

Culinary Secret:

Discover palace recipes for dumplings from Qing dynasty culinary traditions

Day 5: Summer Palace & Cultural Performances

Imperial Gardens & Artistic Heritage

  • MorningSummer Palace cruise on Kunming Lake, Long Corridor walk

  • AfternoonTraditional tea ceremony in ancient teahouse. Participate in traditional tea preparation using Ming-style porcelain

  • EveningAcrobatics show

Local Secret:

The acrobatics show combines ancient techniques with modern choreography

Day 6: Lama Temple & Art Experiences

Spirituality & Traditional Crafts

  • MorningYonghe Temple visit with incense making workshop

  • AfternoonSilk market visit, traditional clay figurine workshop. Learn to make traditional Beijing clay figurines from inheritors

  • EveningPeking duck banquet with master chef's carving demonstration. Participate in Peking duck pancake making with chef's guidance

Last Memories & Cultural Shopping

  • Traditional market visit for last-minute souvenirs

  • Airport transfer with traditional farewell ceremony

Shopping Tip:

Handmade opera masks and calligraphy sets make excellent cultural souvenirs

Taste of Beijing:

Try zhajiangmian (Beijing noodles) at a century-old restaurant

Durations

Fullday (+7hours)
Multi day

Languages

English
Espanol
Francais

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