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🏯🌸🍕 Exploring Beijing's Marvels: 8 Days of Adventure

Brucely Christopher Edison

Brucely Christopher Edison

19 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Beijing's rich history and vibrant culture. From ancient palaces to modern art, immerse yourself in the wonders of this captivating city. Join me as I uncover hidden gems, indulge in local cuisine, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Beijing

Day 1🏰 Majestic Treasures and Mountain Retreats
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$78

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$ 6

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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The Palace Museum
Massive palace complex & museum featuring tours, art exhibits & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
63 - 76 min

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Juyong Pass
This mountain pass is famous for its restored section of the Great Wall & the famous Cloud Platform.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$23
36 - 44 min

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印象山庄
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 2🏞️ Serenity at the Summer Palace and Spiritual Enlightenment
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$55

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$ 5

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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Summer Palace
Lakefront palace renowned for its ornate temples & artworks plus its lavishly landscaped grounds.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
33 - 40 min

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Lama Temple
Ornate Tibetan Buddhist temple complex built in 1694 & featuring bronze statues & incense burners.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 3🎨 Artistic Inspiration and Historic Landmarks
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$44

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$ 3

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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National Art Museum of China
Founded in 1958, this sprawling museum showcases collections of ancient & modern Chinese artwork.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
12 - 15 min

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Tiananmen Square
Historic, sprawling city square & cultural center, featuring a 37m-tall obelisk.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 4🏛️ Secrets of the Forbidden City and Contemporary Art
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$66

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$ 5

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Forbidden City
Completed in 1420, this palace complex with 980 buildings features a museum with art & artifacts.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
20 - 24 min

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Today Art Museum
Modern art museum featuring exhibits, seminars & educational programs, with a gift shop & bookstore.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
15 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 5🎭 Urban Art Oasis and Spiritual Serenity
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$36

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$ 5

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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798 Art Zone
Decommissioned factory buildings now holding artist studios & exhibits, vendors & eateries.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
33 - 40 min

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Temple of Heaven
Renowned temple complex from 1420 featuring distinctive circular buildings set in a popular park.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$18
11 - 14 min

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吞云小莳
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 6🌉 Conquer the Great Wall and Experience Cultural Extravaganza
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$73

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$ 6

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

82 - 99 min

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Great Wall of China
Ancient world wonder that winds for more than 8,850 km across China, with towers & walkways.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
95 - 114 min

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National Centre for the Performing Arts
Titanium-encased, egg-shaped performance hall hosting a range of concerts, ballets, operas & shows.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30
12 - 15 min

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61195南池子招待所
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 7✈️ Unveiling China's Rich Heritage and Aviation Marvels
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$49

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$ 6

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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National Museum of China
Free, massive (2.2 million-sq.-ft.) museum of Chinese history & art with more than 1 million relics.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
61 - 74 min

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China Aviation Museum
More than 200 historic aircraft are displayed at this spacious indoor-outdoor destination.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$13
13 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 8🌿 Natural Wonders and Cultural Treasures
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$51

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$ 5

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Beijing Museum of Natural History
Natural-history museum showcasing exhibits on animals, fossils, plant life & the human body.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$18
18 - 22 min

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Capital Museum
Modern museum housing exhibits of ancient Chinese statues, porcelain, paintings & cultural relics.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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$15
9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $488 In total

Activities & Food:$450
Transport:$38