Tour overview:

Discover the modern city of Beijing, China’s capital and one of its best-known cultural centers. Learn about the country’s history as you visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and the Ming Tombs. Just outside the city, walk on the impressive Great Wall of China.

Day 1 - Arrive Beijing

Arrive in Beijing the capital of the People’s Republic of China. You are welcomed at the airport and escorted to the hotel.

Day 2 - Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Summer Palace

Start your tour this morning with a visit to Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world and the Forbidden City, the 250- acre palace containing more than 9,000 rooms. Closed to the common people for centuries, it was only opened to the public in 1949. Afternoon explore the Summer Palace, the retreat of China’s royal families for over 2,000 years.(B/L)

Day 3 - Great Wall Excursion & Ming Tomb

Visit the Great wall, stopping en route at the Bird’s Nest & Water Cube for a picture stop. The Great Wall, built 2,300 years ago and extending 3,750 miles, can be seen from space!. Visit Beijing Jade Carving Factory followed by lunch at its Friendship Restaurant. Afternoon, visit Sacred Way and Ming Tombs - Changling Tomb. Peking Duck Dinner at local restaurant. (B/L/D)

Day 4 - Beijing

Today is free at leisure (B)

Optional Tour: Visit Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple with a Beijing Noodle Lunch.

Day 5 - Depart Beijing

Departure transfer to airport for flight to your home.  (B)