Fly Overnight to Beijing. On arrival in Beijing Daxing or Beijing Capital Airport, you will be met in the arrival hall by your local guide and National Escort from Wendy Wu Tours. Together with all other group members who may be arriving at a similar time, you will transfer to your hotel, a journey of approximately 1 hour.
Early check-in is not included. Additional nights before and after your tour can be arranged. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Reservations team to book.
Destination Information
Beijing – Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China. With its unequaled wealth of history, Beijing served as the center for the many different empires and cultures that ruled China and has been the heart of politics and society throughout its long history. The ancient monuments, the stories of days gone by as well as the dynamic and modern city Beijing has become today, make it a destination not to be missed.
Destination Information
Tiananmen Square – Built under the guidance of Chairman Mao Zedong, Tiananmen Square is said to hold a capacity crowd of over one million and is one of the largest public squares in the world. It houses not only the Monument to the People’s Heroes, but it is also the final resting place of Chairman Mao himself in the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong. Forbidden City – The sacred center of the Chinese empire for 500 years and home to the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Forbidden City is a vast complex of over 900 buildings and covers an area of 180 acres. Since 1987, the Forbidden City has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its
palatial architectural style has been an influence on many imperial buildings throughout Asia. Temple of Heaven – Set in a 267-hectare park surrounded by a long wall and with a gate at each compass point, the Temple of Heaven is unique. It is one of the most perfect examples of Ming architecture, created as a place of worship for the Emperors, who would ask for prosperity, longevity, and good harvest for the people. Peking duck – A favorite of the Emperor’s court and the upper-class elite during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the Peking duck quickly spread throughout Chinese society to become a national favorite and a symbol of China.
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