Beijing & Datong Full Immersive Tour with Indian Cuisine, Great Wall Adventures, and Overnight Train to Xi’an

Day 1: Arrival, Hutongs & Kayaking

Beijing, China on August 20, 2025

3:00pm

Arrival and Transfer to Hotel

Arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport. Take Airport Express Line to Dongzhimen Station (CNY25), then a short taxi to Yi Se Hotel close to Indian restaurant Ganges within 1 km.

CNY60, 1h30m

5:00pm

Explore Nearby Hutongs on Foot

Walk through historical hutongs (gateways to traditional Beijing neighborhoods). Walks are free; optionally, hire a rickshaw ride for approx 1 hour costing CNY80–120.

Free or CNY80, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Ganges Indian Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Indian cuisine with rich flavors and variety, open until 11pm.

CNY90, 1h

7:45pm

Kayaking at Houhai Lake

Kayak rentals available until 9:30pm for approx CNY60/hour, enjoy night views of lakeside lantern-lit scenery.

CNY60, 1h30m

9:30pm

Evening Stroll Along Houhai Lakeside

Relax and take a casual walk along the lively nightlife zones by the lake.

Free, 1h

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Day 2: Datong Scenic Tour

Beijing - Datong, China on August 21, 2025

6:30am

Depart Beijing by High-Speed Train G557

Board train G557 departing Beijing West at 6:45am, arriving Datong at 8:59am. Travel time 2h14m; ticket cost approx CNY200.

CNY200, 2h14m

9:30am

Visit Yungang Grottoes

UNESCO site featuring exquisite Buddhist cave sculptures. Open 8am-5pm, ticket CNY100. Allow 2 hours for hiking and viewing.

CNY100, 2h

11:45am

Hiking and Visit Hanging Monastery

Explore the stunning Hanging Monastery built into cliffs. Open 8am-5:30pm, entry CNY80. The hike includes moderate climbing and steep stairs.

CNY80, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Tandoori Grill Datong

Sample Indian cuisine with rich tandoor dishes, open 11am-9pm.

CNY90, 1h

3:45pm

Return to Beijing on High-Speed Train G554

Board train G554 at 3:45pm from Datong, reaching Beijing West at 6:08pm. Duration 2h23m, ticket approx CNY200.

CNY200, 2h23m

7:30pm

Dinner at Ganges Indian Restaurant

Enjoy Indian dishes back near the hotel to replenish after the full-day tour.

CNY120, 1h30m

9:30pm

Acrobatic Show at Chaoyang Theatre

View dazzling acrobatics and stunts starting at 9:45pm, ticket CNY180.

CNY180, 1h20m

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Day 3: Mutianyu Wall & Summer Palace Plus Drum Tower

Beijing, China on August 22, 2025

7:00am

Taxi to Mutianyu Great Wall

Taxi ride ~1.5h (~CNY150) to Mutianyu for hiking the restored section with toboggan descent. Entrance CNY45, toboggan CNY80, cable car optional CNY100.

CNY375, 5h

12:30pm

Lunch at Ganges Restaurant

Return to hotel area for nourishing Indian meal.

CNY80, 1h

2:00pm

Summer Palace Visit including Drum Tower

Explore Summer Palace grounds (8am-7pm, CNY60), followed by a visit to the historical Drum Tower (CNY40) nearby to experience Beijing’s traditional sound heritage.

CNY100, 3h

5:30pm

Jingshan Park for Panoramic Forbidden City View

Walk uphill in Jingshan Park (7am-8:30pm, CNY10) to the pavilion for the iconic panoramic view of Forbidden City with sunset atmosphere.

CNY10, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Ganges Restaurant

Savor Mughlai and Northern Indian favorites, open until 10:30pm.

CNY130, 1h30m

8:30pm

Explore Nightlife at Sanlitun

Enjoy bars and energy-filled streets with easy access from hotel.

Free, 2h

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Day 4: Badaling Zipline & Forbidden City Full Tour

Beijing, China on August 23, 2025

7:30am

Taxi to Badaling Great Wall

Reach Badaling Wall by taxi (~CNY200, 1h). Hike and experience zipline (CNY150). Entrance CNY40, cable car CNY90 optional.

CNY380, 4h

12:00pm

Lunch at Ganges Indian Restaurant

Quick healthy Indian lunch before afternoon city tours.

CNY80, 1h

1:00pm

Forbidden City Tour with Clock & Treasury Gallery

Spend 5 hours exploring Forbidden City (8am-5pm, CNY60 total). Key highlights: Clock Gallery showcasing intricate timepieces and Treasury Gallery with imperial artifacts.

CNY60, 5h