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Three-Day Beijing Exploration

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Day 1: Historical Beijing

Beijing, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Teahouse

Start your day with traditional Chinese breakfast dishes like dumplings and tea to energize for exploration.
Take a taxi or subway to Tiananmen Square.
£10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Tiananmen Square

Experience the historical and political significance of this iconic square, surrounded by landmarks like the Monument to the People's Heroes.
Walk to the Forbidden City.
£5, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Beijing cuisine like Peking duck or noodles for lunch.
Walk to Jingshan Park.
£15, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Jingshan Park

Climb to the top of Jingshan Hill for panoramic views of the Forbidden City and Beijing's traditional hutongs.
Take a taxi or subway back to your accommodation.
£3, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at a Local Hotpot Restaurant

Indulge in a hotpot dinner experience, where you can cook your own meat and vegetables in a bubbling pot of broth.
Relax and enjoy your evening.
£20, 2 hours
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Day 2: Great Wall & Summer Palace

Beijing, China

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up for a day of exploration with a hearty breakfast at your accommodation.
Hire a private driver or join a tour to the Great Wall of China.
£50, 2 hours

10:00AM

Great Wall of China (Mutianyu Section)

Walk along the ancient walls of the Great Wall, marveling at the engineering feat and breathtaking views.
Travel to the Summer Palace.
£20, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a meal with a view near the Great Wall or opt for a restaurant near the Summer Palace.
Explore the Summer Palace grounds.
£15, 2 hours

4:00PM

Summer Palace

Stroll through the expansive gardens, visit the Longevity Hill, and admire the Kunming Lake views.
Return to your accommodation.
£5, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at a Peking Duck Restaurant

Savour Beijing's famous dish, Peking Duck, at a renowned restaurant for a culinary delight.
Enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure.
£30, 2 hours
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Day 3: Cultural Beijing

Beijing, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Hutong

Experience a traditional Beijing breakfast in a hutong, a narrow alleyway lined with courtyard residences.
Travel to the Temple of Heaven.
£10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Temple of Heaven

Explore the imperial temple complex where emperors once prayed for good harvests, marvel at the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.
Embark on a Hutong Tour by rickshaw.
£5, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Hutong Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Beijing lunch in a family-run restaurant within the hutongs.
Make your way to the Lama Temple.
£15, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Hutong Tour

Experience the charm of old Beijing by exploring the narrow alleyways, courtyard homes, and local culture on a rickshaw tour.
Head to the Lama Temple.
£10, 2 hours

6:00PM

Lama Temple

Visit the Tibetan Buddhist temple, admire the intricate architecture, and witness monks in prayer.
Travel back to your accommodation.
£3, 1 hour
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