A 6-Day, 5-Night Beijing Immersion: Imperial Grandeur, Living Hutong Culture & Tai Chi Mornings

Introduction of the itinerary

This curated journey brings you into Beijing’s imperial past and everyday rhythm. Wander through UNESCO heritage like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, drift across the tranquil Summer Palace by boat, and trace philosophy inside ancient temples and tea houses. Experience old Beijing with your hands — cook Chinese dumplings with a hutong family, try your brush at calligraphy, and greet the city through a morning Tai Chi practice.Guided by Beijing locals, you will taste what they eat, walk where they live, and feel both the grandeur and intimacy of a capital that is majestic, personal, and profoundly human.

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Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival & Imperial Night View

Settle into Beijing and head to the lively 【Jingshan Park】, climbing the top pavilion at sunset for the most stunning panoramic view over the majestic 【Forbidden City】.Continue to nearby 【Wangfujing Walking Street】 to wander modern boutiques and traditional snacks under neon nighttime lights — a perfect welcome to the capital.

Day 2 — Forbidden City Legacy & Hutong Life

Step through the once-exclusive gates of power at 【Forbidden City Imperial Palace】, exploring golden halls, emperor courts, and ancient symbolism. Move onward into the living alleys of 【Nanluoguxiang Hutong & Yandaixie Street】, where courtyard homes preserve centuries of urban lifestyle. In the afternoon, join a cozy 【Hutong Dumpling & Calligraphy Workshop】, hand-making traditional dumplings with a local host and learning the basics of brush calligraphy — culture shaped by everyday hands.

Day 3 — Great Wall Journey & Tea Culture

Travel north to the world-famous 【Mutianyu Section of the Great Wall】, known for lush scenery and quieter pathways. Walk along historic watchtowers that once guarded the empire, then return via cable car or toboggan ride for a fun descent.Back in the city, unwind at a refined 【Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony】, discovering how aroma, temperature, and philosophy come together in every sip.

Route note: Mutianyu is chosen for smooth access, cable cars, and less crowding — ideal for immersive experience.

Day 4 — Lakeside Palaces & Tai Chi Dawn

Start early with a peaceful 【Tai Chi Morning Session at the Temple of Heaven Park】, led by a seasoned practitioner among locals greeting the day.Continue to the ancient imperial sacrificial site 【Temple of Heaven】, then travel to the summer retreat of emperors at 【Summer Palace】, boating across Kunming Lake toward exquisite bridges, pavilions, and royal gardens.

Day 5 — Farewell Beijing Flavors

Savor authentic breakfast bites — from warm soy milk to crispy baked pastries — at a 【Local Market Hidden Eatery】 loved by Beijingers.Stroll nearby stalls to understand how locals shop, socialize, choose produce, and preserve culinary heritage in daily life.Depart Beijing with stories, flavors, and traditions that stay beyond photographs.

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