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After breakfast, we will reach the Tiananmen Square, one of the largest city squares in the world. Standing in the North Square, you can look up at the Tiananmen Tower, where Chairman Mao proclaimed the founding of the People's Republic of China.
Passing through Tiananmen Square, you will step into the Forbidden City, which is the largest and best-preserved palace in the world. Once the imperial palace of the Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty. It is a reflection of the highest architecture level in ancient China.

Evening Option: 

In the evening, you may choose to enjoy a captivating performance of Peking Opera, a kung fu show, or acrobatics, immersing yourself in the charm of traditional Chinese culture. Performances usually run from 19:15 to 20:15.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Next, you will visit the Temple of Heaven, a sacred site used in ancient times to worship the heavens and offer prayers for a bountiful harvest. Nowadays, it has become a lively place where locals perform traditional activities such as Tai Chi, dancing, kite flying and calligraphy. Stroll among the halls of the Temple of Heaven and feel the solemnity and mystery of ancient royalty.

 After that, we will make a short trip to Jingshan Park, where you will have a panoramic view of the entire Forbidden City.
The Forbidden City — The magnificent 9,999-room Ming–Qing imperial palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Recommended Activities

It is recommended to wear lightweight sneakers, a sun hat and sunglasses for the trip. Bring sunscreen supplies in summer and a thin outer layer in spring and autumn. You may also try the distinctive traditional costumes of ancient China.
 
The slanting sunlight from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Forbidden City casts soft shadows on the red walls, making it the perfect window for photography. There is no backlight when shooting at the Temple of Heaven in the morning, while its blue-tiled roof paired with the sunset at dusk creates an immersive, stunning atmosphere. Affordable local delicacies include soybean paste noodles, lu zhu (stewed pork offal) and potstickers.
 
Take  photo:
blue-tiled roof: Corresponds to the iconic cobalt-blue glazed roof of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests at the Temple of Heaven

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Today you'll walk in the footsteps of emperors and soldiers on one of humanity's greatest construction achievements.

Mutianyu Great Wall — Take a cable car to the top, walk this beautifully restored section with sweeping mountain views, then glide back down.

Next,  Relaxed and comfortable and delicious.we will visit the Hutongs and take a rickshaw ride through Beijing's hutongs. These alleys, made up of courtyards, epitomize life in old Beijing.Meanwhile, enjoy some authentic Beijing street foods: douzhi (bean juice soup), ludaigun (donkey roll), Peking duck, and more.
Recommended Activities
In the evening,  can go to Sanlitun in Beijing's hutongs for a massage to relax your muscles, soothe your tendons and bones, and wash away all the exhaustion of the day.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

A cultural morning in Beijing before boarding the high-speed train for Xi'an, the ancient imperial capital.

The Old Summer Palace was once an imperial paradise embodying the pinnacle of garden art across the land, where mountains, waters, pavilions and terraces encapsulated the quintessence of garden design from all dynasties. Beneath its broken stones and desolate foundations lie not only the unparalleled grandeur of bygone days, but also the longing and remembrance of later generations for China's cultural heritage.
High-Speed Train to Xi'an — Board the bullet train after lunch (~5 hours) and arrive in the ancient walled city by evening.
Evening Option:
The night view of the Drum Tower paired with street snacks, savoring the earthly hustle and bustle amid the evening breeze.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch (Muslim Quarter)

A final morning soaking up Xi'an's rich history before an afternoon flight to vibrant Shanghai.

• Xi'an Museum — Over 130,000 artefacts spanning 3,000 years of history.
• Small Wild Goose Pagoda — An elegant Tang-era pagoda with peaceful surrounding gardens.
• Ancient City Wall — Walk or cycle the world's best-preserved city wall.
• Muslim Quarter Lunch — Sample roujiamo, biangbiang noodles, and pomegranate juice.
• Afternoon Flight to Shanghai — Your guide meets you at Pudong/Hongqiao airport and transfers you to your hotel.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

From the highest observation deck in China to a centuries-old water village — today is pure contrast.

• Shanghai Tower — Soar to the 118th-floor observation deck for jaw-dropping 360° views.
• Yu Garden (Yuyuan) — A classical Ming-dynasty garden hidden in the heart of the Old City.
• Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town — One of China's most picturesque water towns, with stone bridges and canals.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast

A peaceful farewell morning in Shanghai before heading home with memories to last a lifetime.

• Jade Buddha Temple (Yufo Si) — Admire the exquisite white jade Buddha statues carved from a single piece of Burmese jade.
• Tianzifang — Wander the labyrinthine laneways of this artsy neighbourhood, lined with boutiques and galleries.
• Airport Transfer — Your guide will arrange a private transfer to Pudong or Hongqiao airport.