7-Day Beijing Itinerary Including Gubei Water Town & Great Wall for Groups

Day 1: Arrival & Historic Center

Beijing, China on September 21, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Dadong Roast Duck Restaurant

Start your trip with a delicious traditional Beijing style breakfast in this highly acclaimed restaurant, serving from 8:00am.
CNY70, 1h0m

10:30am

Tiananmen Square

Walk around Tiananmen Square, the iconic political and cultural heart of Beijing. Open 24 hours.
Free, 1h0m

11:30am

The Forbidden City

Explore the expansive former imperial palace rich in Chinese history and architecture. Open 8:30am to 5:00pm.
CNY60, 3h0m

2:45pm

Jingshan Park

Climb Jingshan Hill for stunning panoramic views over the Forbidden City and Beijing skyline. Open 6:00am to 9:00pm.
CNY10, 1h0m

4:00pm

Dinner at Siji Minfu Roast Duck Restaurant

Taste authentic Peking Duck and northern Chinese cuisine at this popular traditional restaurant. Dinner service begins at 5:00pm.
CNY150 per person, 2h0m
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Day 2: Temple & Hutong Tour

Beijing, China on September 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Grandma's Home

Enjoy home-style breakfast staples in a cozy and authentic setting. Opens at 7:30am.
CNY45, 1h0m

9:00am

Temple of Heaven

Visit the grand complex and gardens where emperors prayed for good harvests; a masterpiece of Ming architecture. Open 6:00am to 9:00pm.
CNY35, 2h0m

11:30am

Lama Temple (Yonghe Temple)

Discover one of the most significant Tibetan Buddhist temples in Beijing with ornate statues and halls. Open 9:00am to 5:00pm.
CNY25, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Baoyuan Dumpling House

Feast on a variety of traditional and flavorful dumplings, a staple of northern China. Open from 11:00am.
CNY60, 1h0m

2:30pm

Hutong Walking Tour

Explore narrow alleys and traditional courtyard homes on this guided cultural walk through historic neighborhoods, ending around 5:00pm.
CNY100 per group, 2h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Black Sesame Kitchen

Enjoy an intimate, interactive dining experience with authentic northern Chinese cuisine. Dinner by reservation from 6:00pm.
CNY300, 2h0m
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Day 3: Gubei Water Town & Great Wall

Gubei Water Town, Beijing on September 23, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Prepare for an adventurous day with a hearty breakfast at your accommodation. Typically starts by 7:00am.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Transfer to Gubei Water Town

Travel approximately 2 hours northeast to reach the scenic Gubei Water Town, a charming water town near the Great Wall.
Private transfer approx CNY800 total, 2h0m

10:00am

Gubei Water Town Exploration

Stroll through this picturesque town with traditional architecture, bridges, streams and cultural performances. Open 8:30am to 7:00pm.
CNY120, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Gubei Water Town

Try local specialties such as trout dishes and noodle soups at one of the town’s riverside restaurants.
CNY90, 1h30m

2:30pm

Simatai Great Wall

Hike the dramatic and less crowded Simatai section of the Great Wall, known for steep paths and beautiful views. Open 8:00am to 6:00pm.
CNY65 plus CNY80 cable car optional, 3h0m

6:00pm

Return to Beijing

Transfer back to Beijing after a fulfilling day. Approximately 2-hour drive.
Included, 2h0m

8:30pm

Light Dinner or Snacks

Relax with some light dinner or snacks at the hotel or nearby area after a long day.
Varies, 1h0m
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Day 4: Summer Palace & Lakes

Beijing, China on September 24, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Meizhou Dongpo

Enjoy Sichuan-style breakfast favorites to energize your day. Opens at 7:00am.
CNY50, 1h0m

9:30am

Summer Palace

Visit the imperial garden with its breathtaking lake, pavilions, and historic buildings. Open 7:00am to 6:00pm during September.
CNY60, 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Qinghua Fucheng

Savor modern Chinese dishes in a comfortable setting near the Summer Palace. Open 11:00am onward.
CNY80, 1h30m

3:45pm

Beihai Park

Relax and walk around the beautiful lake, temples, and gardens adjoining the imperial city. Open 6:30am to 9:00pm.
CNY15, 1h15m

6:00pm

Dinner at Din Tai Fung Wangfujing

Enjoy Taiwanese dim sum and soup dumplings in a stylish restaurant open until 9:30pm.
CNY120, 1h30m
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Day 5: Arts & Shopping

Beijing, China on September 25, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Paul Bakery

Start with great coffee and fresh French pastries at this international bakery, open from 7:30am.
CNY40, 1h0m

9:30am

798 Art District

Explore contemporary galleries, shops, and cafés in this trendy arts district open 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Commune Social

Dine on modern fusion cuisine near 798 Art District, open from noon.
CNY150, 1h30m

2:15pm

Silk Market Shopping

Buy souvenirs, silk products, and clothing in the lively market open 9:00am to 9:30pm.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Lost Heaven

Experience aromatic Yunnan cuisine in a charming setting. Open until 10:30pm.
CNY180, 2h0m
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Day 6: Leisure & Departure Prep

Beijing, China on September 26, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your accommodation. Typically available from 7:00am.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Wangfujing Street

Spend time shopping and exploring Beijing’s bustling pedestrian street filled with shops and street food vendors. Shops open generally from 10:00am.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant

Relish one last meal of iconic Beijing Peking Duck before your departure. Open 10:00am to 10:00pm.
CNY200, 1h30m

2:00pm

Return to hotel and pack

Gather your belongings and rest before departure travel arrangements.
Included, 2h0m

4:00pm

Transfer to airport

Head to Beijing airport for your onward journey, approximately 1 hour depending on location.
Private transfer approx CNY600 total, 1h0m
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