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10 Days in Beijing: Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage

tamara pinto

tamara pinto

29 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Beijing, China's vibrant capital city. Discover iconic landmarks like the Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, and Great Wall of China. Indulge in delicious local cuisine and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Beijing. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Beijing

Day 1
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$14

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$ 2

Temple of Heaven
Renowned temple complex from 1420 featuring distinctive circular buildings set in a popular park.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$9
12 - 15 min

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McDonald's (麦当劳)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$2
9 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
Day 2
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$14

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$ 2

China Science and Technology Museum
Interactive themed science & technology exhibits for adults & children, with multiple theaters.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$9
11 - 14 min

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京味斋
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
14 - 17 min

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McDonald's (麦当劳)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 3
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$16

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$ 2

Beijing Temple of Confucius
14th-century Confucian temple with grounds including monumental pavilions, gates & carvings.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
19 - 23 min

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Zhengyangmen
Iconic gatehouse originally built in 1419 as part of Beijing's city wall, now offering a museum.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
12 - 15 min

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Beijing Pie (河沿肉饼)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
Day 4
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$10

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$ 2

Tiananmen Square
Historic, sprawling city square & cultural center, featuring a 37m-tall obelisk.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Beijing Pie (河沿肉饼)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
5 - 6 min

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KFC (肯德基)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
Day 5
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$30

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$ 2

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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$19
7 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5
9 - 11 min

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KFC (肯德基)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
Day 6
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$22

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$ 2

Ming Dynasty Tombs
Immense, ancient complex including the tombs of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors plus pathways & statues.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
7 - 9 min

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食家鸽园
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
12 - 15 min

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全聚德 Quanjude Peking Roast Duck
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 7
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$18

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$ 2

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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$13
55 - 66 min

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小庐面
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
55 - 66 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 8
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$5

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$ 1

798 Art Zone
Decommissioned factory buildings now holding artist studios & exhibits, vendors & eateries.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 24 min

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At Café (爱持咖啡)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Voyage Coffee
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 9
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$19

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$ 2

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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$10
10 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$5
14 - 17 min

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牛牛溢碗香
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 10
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$28

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$ 2

The Palace Museum
Massive palace complex & museum featuring tours, art exhibits & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
9 - 11 min

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KFC (肯德基)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
8 - 10 min

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面兑面
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $188 In total

Activities & Food:$174
Transport:$14