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Beijing & Datong Cultural Tour with Indian Dining, Great Wall Hiking, and Flight to Xi’an

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Day 1: Arrival, Temple of Heaven & Hutongs

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 your accommodation near Ganges Indian Restaurant within 1 km.

CNY60, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ganges Indian Restaurant

Savor authentic Indian cuisine in a cozy setting, open until 11pm, perfect to start your Beijing culinary journey.

CNY90, 1h

8:30pm

Temple of Heaven Night Visit

Explore the Temple of Heaven Park under evening lights, open until 9pm. Witness locals practicing Tai Chi amid beautiful surroundings. Entrance is CNY35.

CNY35, 1h

9:30pm

Evening Hutong Walk

Stroll through Beijing’s atmospheric hutongs illuminated by lanterns, free to explore and soak in the night ambiance.

Free, 1h30m

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Day 2: Datong Day Tour

Beijing - Datong, China on August 21, 2025

6:30am

Depart by High-Speed Train to Datong

Board train G557 at Beijing West at 6:45am, arriving Datong at 8:59am. Ticket costs around CNY200, travel time 2h14m.

CNY200, 2h14m

9:30am

Visit Yungang Grottoes

Explore UNESCO-listed Buddhist cave carvings open 8am-5pm. Entrance is CNY100.

CNY100, 2h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Tandoori Grill Datong

Enjoy Indian dishes at Tandoori Grill, open 11am-9pm, near the city center.

CNY90, 1h

1:30pm

Hanging Monastery Visit

Discover the spectacular Hanging Monastery on cliffs. Open until 5:30pm, ticket costs CNY80.

CNY80, 2h

3:45pm

Local Sightseeing or Tea House

Optional visit to Nine Dragon Screen or relax at a tea house before returning to train station.

Free, 1h

5:50pm

Return High-Speed Train to Beijing

Train G570 departs Datong at 5:50pm, arriving at Beijing West at 8:17pm. Ticket approx CNY200.

CNY200, 2h27m

8:45pm

Dinner at Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant

Dine late at Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant near your hotel, serving until 11pm.

CNY100, 1h

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Day 3: Mutianyu Wall & Summer Palace

Beijing, China on August 22, 2025

7:00am

Taxi to Mutianyu Great Wall

Travel by taxi (~1.5 hours, CNY150) to Mutianyu. Entrance fee is CNY45; enjoy hiking and optional toboggan descent for CNY80.

CNY275, 5h

12:30pm

Lunch at Ganges Indian Restaurant

Return to the hotel area for flavorful Indian dishes and rest before afternoon tours.

CNY80, 1h

2:00pm

Summer Palace Visit

Visit the Summer Palace park open 8am–7pm with an entrance fee of CNY60. Explore lakes and gardens in a serene atmosphere.

CNY60, 3h

5:30pm

Drum Tower Exploration

Head to the Drum Tower (CNY40) to learn about traditional timekeeping and enjoy city views.

CNY40, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Ganges Indian Restaurant

Delight in Indian cuisine until 10:30pm to conclude a full day of sightseeing.

CNY130, 1h30m

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Day 4: Badaling Wall and Forbidden City

Beijing, China on August 23, 2025

12:00pm

Leisurely Morning and Lunch

Relax in the morning and enjoy lunch at nearby Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant.

CNY90, 1h

3:30pm

Taxi to Badaling Great Wall

Take taxi for about 1 hour (CNY200) to Badaling. Entrance fee is CNY40.

CNY240, 4h

6:00pm

Badaling Night Entry & Zipline Adventure

Enjoy night-time access to the Great Wall with the optional zipline experience (CNY150). The wall is beautifully illuminated until 9:30pm.

CNY150, 3h30m

9:45pm

Return to Hotel

Taxi back to hotel area (CNY200) to rest and prepare for next day.

CNY200, 1h

8:00am (next day)

Visit the Forbidden City, opening at 8am with entry fee CNY60. After touring, climb to Jingshan Park's highest point, the Coal Hill Peak, for the best panoramic views of the entire Forbidden City complex.

CNY70 (including Jingshan Park), 3h

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Day 5: Flight to Xi’an

Beijing, China on August 24, 2025

6:30am

Check-out and Taxi to Daxing Airport

Take taxi (approx CNY150, 1h) to Beijing Daxing International Airport for your morning flight to Xi’an.

CNY150, 1h

9:00am

Flight to Xi’an

Board flight from Beijing to Xi’an; duration approx 2 hours. Costs depend on airline and booking time.

Depends on booking, Approx 2h

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Beijing & Datong Cultural Tour with Indian Dining, Great Wall Hiking, and Flight to Xi’an

Day 1: Arrival, Temple of Heaven & Hutongs

3:00pm

7:00pm

8:30pm

9:30pm

Day 2: Datong Day Tour

6:30am

9:30am

12:15pm

1:30pm

3:45pm

5:50pm

8:45pm

Day 3: Mutianyu Wall & Summer Palace

7:00am

12:30pm

2:00pm

5:30pm

7:00pm

Day 4: Badaling Wall and Forbidden City

12:00pm

3:30pm

6:00pm

9:45pm

8:00am (next day)

Day 5: Flight to Xi’an

6:30am

9:00am

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