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Biejing Tiantan
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Biejing Tiantan

Biejing Tiantan

$7,999.00 $12,999.00
Tour Name Beijing In-depth Historical and Cultural Experience Tour
Travel Duration 5D4N
Contents Beijing

I. Overview of the Event Background

  • As an ancient capital of six dynasties, Beijing carries the profound heritage of thousands of years of Chinese civilization. From the majesty and solemnity of imperial palaces to the exquisite elegance of garden architectures; from the lofty passes and winding paths of the Great Wall to the inheritance of craftsmanship in cultural relic restoration, every landmark is a footnote to history.

  • This itinerary takes "Touching the Context of History, Experiencing Cultural Heritage" as its core, connecting four dimensions: ancient architecture, cultural relic protection, garden art, and modern art. Through the combination of on-site visits and immersive experiences, it allows participants to deeply feel the cultural charm of Beijing.

  • Suitable for parent-child families, study tour groups, and history and culture enthusiasts, this itinerary helps establish a three-dimensional understanding of traditional Chinese culture through walking and practice.

II. Event Highlights

➽"Hands-on Cultural Relic Restoration Workshop": Bringing History to "Life"

  • A practical cultural relic restoration workshop will be held at Ditan Park. Guided by professional conservators, participants will personally engage in restoration processes such as mounting and uncovering ancient paintings and repairing ceramic glazes. They will learn about the techniques and stories behind cultural relic protection, appreciate the craftsmanship of "restoring old relics to their original state," and achieve in-depth interaction that evolves from "viewing relics" to "restoring relics."

➽Interweaving of Ancient and Modern Cultures: From Imperial Ancient Architecture to Modern Art

  • The itinerary covers classic landmarks including the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven , Badaling Great Wall , the Summer Palace and the Old Summer Palace, while also incorporating the National Centre for the Performing Arts. By comparing the aesthetic and cultural functions of ancient and modern architectures, participants will feel Beijing’s inclusive cultural temperament of "accommodating both the old and the new."

➽Multi-dimensional Perception: Integration of Architecture, History, Craftsmanship, and Nature

  • Architecture: Decoding the symmetrical layout of the Forbidden City, the acoustic mysteries of the Temple of Heaven, and the gardening techniques of the Summer Palace;
  • History: Reflecting on modern vicissitudes through the Old Summer Palace ruins and tracing military civilization via the Great Wall;
  • Craftsmanship: Practicing cultural relic restoration with one’s own hands, feeling the warmth of inheriting traditional culture;
  • Nature: Hiking on the Great Wall and enjoying the lakes and mountains of the Summer Palace to experience the integration of humanity and nature.
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III. Tasting of Featured Delicacies

Peking Duck and copper pot hot pot with mutton are hailed as the "twin gems" of Beijing's culinary culture. One is renowned for its courtly elegance, the other excels in vibrant street flavors, together forming the soul of Beijing's cuisine.

➩Peking Duck

Originating in the imperial court of the Ming Dynasty, Peking Duck integrates the techniques of Nanjing sliced duck with northern fruit-wood roasting craftsmanship, developing a unique flavor characterized by "crispy skin, tender meat, and rich yet not greasy." Using around 2-kilogram Beijing stuffed ducks, they undergo 18 procedures including air-inflating, scalding the skin, and glazing with sugar. Roasted in a hanging oven over open jujube wood fire, the duck skin takes on an amber hue. As the fat seeps out, the skin turns as crispy as a sugar coating, while the meat remains tender and juicy

➩Copper Pot Hot Pot with Mutton

Tracing back to the nomadic peoples of the Yuan Dynasty, this hot pot is heated by charcoal fire in a purple copper pot. Its clear soup base, flavored only with scallions, ginger, and wolfberries to enhance freshness, highlights the natural taste of mutton. Selected castrated sheep from Xilingol League in Inner Mongolia are hand-sliced, focusing on cuts like "upper sirloin" and "cucumber strip." Sliced against the grain into paper-thin pieces, they cook in boiling water in just 8-10 seconds, tasting tender and springy with no muttony odor. The dipping sauce, based on sesame paste and mixed with Chinese chives flower, fermented bean curd, and sweet garlic, offers a salty, fresh, slightly sweet flavor with a hint of spiciness—cutting greasiness and boosting aroma perfectly.
Date Morning Afternoon
DAY 01 // Arrive in Beijing
DAY 02 The Palace Museum Cultural Relic Restoration Workshop at Ditan Park
DAY 03 Temple of Heaven National Centre for the Performing Arts
DAY 04 Summer Palace Old Summer Palace
DAY 05 Badaling Great Wall Departure Transfer

Ⅳ. Itinerary Arrangement

Day 1: Departure ・ First Encounter with Beijing

  • Pick-up Service: Exclusive vehicles for airport/station pick-up, directly transferring to thehotel, ensuring a hassle-free and convenient experience;

  • Design Intent: The first day focuses on a "smooth transition," enhancing the experience through thoughtful services to build momentum for the in-depth itinerary ahead.

Day 2: Imperial Legacy ・ Rebirth of Cultural Relics

Morning: The Palace Museum

Follow the central axis to visit landmarks like Taihe Palace and Qianqing Palace. With professional guides, learn about the court history of the Ming and Qing dynasties, architectural etiquette (such as the "Three Courts and Five Gates" layout), and stories behind cultural relics (e.g., treasured calligraphy, paintings, and porcelain in the Palace Museum). Feel the imperial grandeur and cultural accumulation, and gain an in-depth understanding of the architectural style and functional layout of the imperial palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Afternoon: Cultural Relic Restoration Workshop at Ditan Park

First, immerse in the charm of cultural relics. Led by professional instructors, explore the historical background, artistic value, and stories behind various cultural relics, deeply feeling the profound historical culture they carry. Then, participants will receive systematic explanations of professional knowledge on bronze relic restoration, including restoration tools, materials, processes, and concepts, fostering a deeper theoretical understanding of bronze restoration. Finally, under the guidance of professionals, participants will personally engage in hands-on relic restoration.

Day 3: Beauty of Craftsmanship ・ Integration of Arts

Morning: Temple of Heaven

Instructors will provide in-depth explanations of the Temple of Heaven’s history, recounting the solemn rituals of heaven-worshipping and grain-praying by emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties, bringing ancient stories vividly to life. During the architectural exploration session, participants can admire the unique mortise and tenon structure of the Qinian Hall, feel the awe of its standing firm for centuries.

Afternoon: National Centre for the Performing Arts

Take photos of the exterior’s "Pearl on Water" design, tour the interior including the Opera Hall, Concert Hall, and Drama Theatre, and learn about modern architectural design (such as the glass curtain wall and underwater corridor). participants can enjoy segment guided tours (e.g., opera excerpts, symphony performances) to compare the cultural expressions of "ancient heaven-worshipping" and "modern art."

Day 4: Garden Charm ・ Historical Reflection

Morning: Summer Palace

Visit Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor (with painted stories), and Foxiang Pavilion. Appreciate the royal garden’s craftsmanship of "borrowing scenery from the Western Hills and imitating the water towns of the Jiangnan region." Experience a lake cruise, feeling the leisurely charm of this "imperial summer resort" amid rippling blue waters.

Afternoon: Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan)

Explore the Ruins of the Western-Style Buildings (Dashuifa/Great Waterworks, Yuanyingguan/Hall of Distant Views) and Fuhai Lake. Through the ruined walls and debris, trace the former glory of the "Garden of Gardens" and the history of its destruction. Combined with explanations, learn about the history of modern imperialist aggression to provoke historical reflection.

Day 5: Majestic Passes ・ Return Journey

Morning: Badaling Great Wall

As a vital part of China’s Great Wall, Badaling boasts a long history and profound cultural heritage. Take the north-line ground cable car for a close look at inscriptions on the bricks, or the south-line cableway to overlook the winding "giant dragon" of the Great Wall. Hike to visit the "Hero Stone" at North Tower 4 and the circular watchtower at South Tower 5. With the help of cable cars, easily explore both the panoramic views and intricate details of the Great Wall.

Afternoon: Departure Transfer

Exclusive vehicles for station/airport drop-off. Conclude the trip with profound memories of Beijing’s history and culture.

Ⅴ. Hotel Reference

Beijing Wanfangyuan International Hotel (Beijing South Railway Station) is a four-star business hotel. Undergoing a comprehensive renovation in 2024, the hotel stands 28 floors high and boasts 405 stylish guest rooms. Each room is equipped with facilities such as LCD TVs and free broadband. Additionally, the hotel offers 24-hour bilingual service and barrier-free facilities, with a guest satisfaction rating of 4.8 out of 5. Whether for business trips or family travels, Beijing Wanfangyuan International Hotel, with its prime location, comprehensive facilities and meticulous services, will be your ideal accommodation choice in Beijing.

Ⅵ. Tour Guide Reference

➽Tour Guide Han Zhixue has delved deeply into route development and the art of interpretation in his professional field. He excels at organically integrating historical and cultural heritage with local characteristic experiences, thus creating high-quality tourism routes that boast both cultural depth and experiential value.
His original "Three-Stage Interpretation Method"—which progresses through background introduction, on-site demonstration, and thinking expansion—endows scenic spots with vivid cultural vitality. Particularly when serving high-end clientele, he is adept at customizing differentiated interpretation plans based on tourists' backgrounds, precisely meeting their diverse cultural experience needs.


➽Tour Guide Liu Xiaojie holds a senior English-speaking tour guide qualification. With profound industry experience and professional competence, he excels at decoding historical culture and analyzing the essence of scenic spots for tourists in fluent English, always adhering to a meticulous and professional attitude in his tour guiding services. Currently, relying on his solid professional skills, he customizes high-quality travel experiences for both domestic and foreign tourists, making him a trustworthy professional guide throughout the journey.

Ⅶ. Summary

A five-day itinerary weaves through Beijing's cultural context: On the first day, guests will be picked up at the station and have time to rest, relieving travel fatigue from the journey. The next day, explore the imperial charm of the Forbidden City, engage in hands-on cultural relic restoration at Ditan Park, and feel the warmth of history through direct participation. On the third day, decode the wisdom of heaven-worshipping rituals at the Temple of Heaven and connect with modern art at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. On the fourth day, appreciate the elegant charm of garden landscapes at the Summer Palace and reflect on the vicissitudes of modern history at the Old Summer Palace ruins. On the final day, visit Juyongguan Great Wall and traverse its majestic passes and winding paths.

From imperial ancient architectures to cultural inheritance, from the rise and fall of gardens to the grandeur of the Great Wall, this cultural journey blending the ancient and the modern awaits your exploration. We sincerely look forward to sharing this journey of Beijing's charm with you.