Classic Beijing Tour

Begin your day inside the Forbidden City, entering through its southern gate and following the central axis through a sequence of grand courtyards and halls. As you walk deeper, the atmosphere gradually shifts from formal ceremonial spaces to quieter residential quarters, revealing how the imperial court was structured and lived. Take time to observe the scale, symmetry, and details that define this former palace complex.

After exiting, continue to Jingshan Park, located just north of the palace. A short climb up the hill leads you to a viewpoint overlooking the rooftops of the Forbidden City, where the full layout of the central axis unfolds clearly from above.

From Jingshan Park, continue along the northern section of Beijing’s Central Axis, passing Wanning Bridge, an ancient link in the city’s historic water system. Shichahai follows, with lakeside scenery and traditional neighbourhoods bringing a more relaxed rhythm to the capital. The route ends near Guangfu Temple and the Drum Tower, once a focal point of timekeeping and daily life in old Beijing.

Head to Shougang Park, a former steel industrial site that has been transformed into a public space. You’ll see preserved industrial structures set alongside new architectural additions, showing how the city repurposes its past. The open layout and quieter environment offer a different side of Beijing compared to the city center.

For lunch, enjoy a traditional copper hot pot meal, where thinly sliced meat and vegetables are cooked at the table. The experience is simple, interactive, and rooted in local dining habits.

Later, take part in a new energy vehicle experience, including a closer look at electric car technology and the opportunity to sit in or test drive the vehicle, gaining insight into how China is developing its modern transportation sector.