DAY 1: ARRIVE BEIJING
Welcome to Beijing, the historic city of China. On arrival, you will be met and transferred by private car to your hotel. Today is at leisure to venture out into Beijing's Silk Alley and perhaps dine on local delicacies- a guaranteed culinary adventure. Overnight: Choice of hotel for 3 nights.

DAY 2: BEIJING HUTONG CULTURAL TOUR

Today go behind-the-scenes into Hutong, the old city of Beijing. Your tour begins with a ride on a traditional, three-wheeled passenger cyclo to the Drum Tower for the best views of Hutong's labyrinth of alleys and streets. This unique and specially-tailored tour by rickshaw will enable you to have a glimpse of the traditional life of Beijing's people. The afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 3: GREAT WALL & MING TOMBS

Visit the famous Great Wall of China, built over 2000 years ago with an estimated total length of more than 3,000 miles. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. Afterwards visit the Ming Tombs, which were built for the emperors and empresses of the Ming Dynasty during the period between 1368-1644. (L)

DAY 4: DEPART BEIJING

Transfer by private car to the airport to connect with your onward flight flight not included).

Departs: Daily

A TASTE OF BEIJING:
- Explore Tiananmen Square and enter The Forbidden City
- Visit the Museum of Chinese History for an impressive display of artworks
- Dine out and experience unique local cuisine - especially Beijing Duck
- Visit the Summer Palace to see the best-preserved imperial garden in China
- Don't miss The Great Wall, one of the world's extraordinary engineering achievements.
- Shop at Silk Alley for serious bargains and one-stop shopping
- Explore the Qianman area, a tangle of chaotic alleys - great to shop, browse or eat.