4-Day Beijing & Universal Studios: History, Culture, Adventure & Indian Cuisine

Day 1: Historic Beijing Intro

Beijing, China on August 20, 2025

9:00am

Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City

Start your exploration with Tiananmen Square and then tour the Forbidden City, a vast palace complex rich with imperial history. Entry opens at 8:30am, so arriving early means fewer crowds.
CNY60, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch at Red Buddha Indian Restaurant

Enjoy authentic North Indian cuisine with dishes like butter chicken and naan in close proximity to Tiananmen Square.
CNY80, 1h

1:30pm

Jingshan Park

Climb the hill to get panoramic views of the Forbidden City and Beijing skyline from this peaceful park.
CNY10, 1h

3:00pm

Wangfujing Street

Experience this lively shopping street with diverse food stalls and souvenir shops ideal for evening exploration.
Free, 2h

5:30pm

Rest and Refresh

Return to your hotel to relax before dinner.
Free, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Delhi Dad’s Indian Restaurant

Sample rich Indian cuisine with vegetarian and meat options available, ensuring a comforting end to your first day.
CNY90, 1.5h

9:00pm

Evening Walk on Qianmen Street

Wind down with a walk along this historic pedestrian street beautifully lit at night.
Free, 1h
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Day 2: Great Wall & Modern Sites

Beijing, China on August 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at The Yellow Indian

Fuel up with traditional Indian breakfast dishes and tea to prepare for the day.
CNY60, 0.5h

8:30am

Travel to Great Wall (Mutianyu)

Take public transport or a tourist shuttle to Mutianyu, a less crowded Great Wall section offering spectacular views.
CNY35 (bus) + CNY45 (entry), 2h

10:30am

Great Wall Hiking and Cable Car

Hike or take cable car rides; enjoy historic fortifications and toboggan down for a fun descent.
Cable car round trip CNY120, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch near Great Wall

Have a light meal at nearby eateries offering simple Indian-influenced or Chinese dishes, or pre-packed Indian snacks.
CNY70, 1h

3:00pm

Olympic Park Visit

Return to Beijing for a visit to iconic sites like the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube representing modern architecture.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Rest at Hotel

Relax and refresh before dinner.
Free, 1.5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Ganesh Indian Restaurant, Sanlitun

Enjoy delicious Indian dishes in the vibrant Sanlitun district featuring both vegetarian and meat options.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 3: Cultural & Theme Park Fun

Beijing, China on August 22, 2025

9:00am

Temple of Heaven

Explore this grand religious complex, noted for its Ming and Qing dynasty architecture and beautiful parklands. Open 6:00am–10:00pm.
CNY40, 2h

11:30am

Lama Temple

Visit this vibrant Tibetan Buddhist temple full of intricate artwork and statues. Open 9:00am–5:00pm.
CNY25, 1.5h

1:30pm

Lunch at Indian Accent

Taste innovative Indian cuisine blending traditional flavors with a modern presentation near Lama Temple.
CNY120, 1h

3:00pm

Beijing Happy Valley Theme Park

Enjoy thrilling rides and entertainment for all ages at this popular amusement park. Hours 10:30am–7:00pm.
CNY260, 3h

6:30pm

Night Cruise on Houhai Lake

Cap the day with a relaxing cruise on the scenic Houhai Lake, soaking in Beijing’s illuminated hutong views.
CNY120, 1h

8:00pm

Dinner at Indian Rasoi near Houhai

End with authentic Indian dishes like tandoori and biryanis, located conveniently near the cruise location.
CNY90, 1.5h
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Day 4: Universal Studios Day

Beijing, China on August 23, 2025

9:00am

Travel to Universal Studios Beijing

Take subway Line 7 to Universal Resort station to reach this brand-new theme park offering world-class rides and shows.
CNY9 (subway), 1.5h

10:30am

Universal Studios Beijing

Spend the day exploring themed zones like Transformers, Harry Potter, and Jurassic World with thrilling rides, interactive shows, and character meet-and-greets. The park opens 9:30am–7:00pm.
CNY418, 7h

6:30pm

Dinner at Curry Leaf Indian Restaurant near Universal Studios

After a day packed with excitement, relax with a flavorful Indian dinner featuring classic dishes in a comfortable setting near the park.
CNY100, 1.5h
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