Family Fun in Beijing: Culture & Fun Activities

Itinerary

• Day 1: Ni Hao, Beijing!

  Welcome to Beijing!

  When you and your kids land in this fascinating city, your guide and driver will greet you with a smile and take you to the hotel by private car, ensuring a great start to an unforgettable family trip!

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• Day 2: Best of Beijing Day Tour With the Forbidden City

  Kickstart your first day in Beijing with a visit to Tiananmen Square, a sprawling public plaza located across the street from the Forbidden City. This monumental palace complex is the perfect place for you and your youngsters to learn about China's history during the Ming and Qing dynasties, with lavishly decorated palaces and halls providing insight into the lives of the royal families. An optional ice pop in the shape of auspicious animals from legend will add extra fun to your visit.

  Later, venture into the zigzagging hutong alleyways to learn about the lifestyle of old Beijingers. Let the kids pick out a traditional tu’er ye doll as a special keepsake, and treat yourselves with the sweet flavors of classic Beijing pastries, cakes, and jellies.

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• Day 3: The Great Wall Trip With Night Views

  An exciting day awaits as you leave Beijing behind for the Mutianyu Great Wall! Winding through mountains and valleys from the eastern coast to the deserts in western China, the Great Wall stands as a powerful symbol of the engineering skill and ingenuity of ancient China. Consider going on an easy hike on the wall with your youngsters to soak up the gorgeous views. Then enjoy a thrilling toboggan ride down the Wall, a fun and memorable way to end your Mutianyu adventure.

  Afterward, proceed to Gubei Water Town, where after check-in, you'll discover the charm of this idyllic town with your kids.

  In the evening, a short cable car ride takes you to the top of the Simatai Great Wall. Lights adorn the sides of the wall, and you'll be greeted by a sweeping view of the Great Wall stretching into the peaceful night.

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• Day 4: Gubei Water Town Discovery and Old Beijing-Style Hotpot

  Today, discover more of Gubei Water Town with your guide. Featuring cobblestone streets, houses in traditional Ming and Qing style, and stone bridges flying over peaceful streams, this laid-back town creates a wonderful setting for you and your youngsters to relax during a stroll and snap some perfect family photos. For those interested in China's traditional arts and crafts, consider optional activities such as lantern-making, tie-dying, and scented sachet-making - creating warm family moments together.

  After getting back to the city by private car, treat your taste buds to delicious mutton hotpot, cooked in a copper vessel with veggies and mushrooms - all in the Old Beijing style! On your way back to the hotel, capture the exterior view of the Birds Nest and Water Cube, the venues that hosted the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

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• Day 5: Giant Panda and Local Market Tour Incl. Afternoon Tea

  Rise early for Beijing Zoo's lovely Giant Pandas! In the morning, these cuddly creatures are at their most active, and arriving at the zoo earlier means having more time to watch them enjoy their meal!

  After spending time observing the adorable pandas, visit a busy market for a closer look at the local culinary traditions. Stroll along the lanes crammed with shops offering everything from meat and veggies to ready-to-eat sesame pancakes, buns with a variety of fillings, and pan-fried chestnuts (own account) and soak up the sounds and scents.

  Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, another landmark of Beijing. Once the place where China's emperors prayed for a bountiful harvest, the architectures are now surrounded by spacious parklands. The day ends with a sweet note as you savor a delicious afternoon tea at a restaurant boasting splendid views!

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• Day 6: Beijing, Zai Jian!

  Say goodbye to Beijing today.

  Enjoy some free time for your own explorations before heading to the airport by private car. With memories of a great family trip in your heart, board the plane taking you home.

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