City & Great Wall: 2 Days

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2 sightseeing days

Explore Beijing’s historic centre, then give the Great Wall a day of its own.

Forbidden City / Jingshan Park / Mutianyu Great Wall

The Great Wall winding across the hills at Mutianyu, Beijing
Mutianyu Great Wall by David290, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized for display; photographs retain their original licences.

Who this route suits

Travellers who want a city introduction and a Great Wall visit without fitting both into one day.

Suggested itinerary. Dates, availability and all service arrangements are subject to confirmation.

Your suggested itinerary

Day 1: Imperial Beijing

Explore the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park, subject to attraction reservations. Use the late afternoon for a walk around Shichahai and its neighbouring hutong lanes.

Keep the evening flexible for dinner and rest before the day outside the city.

Day 2: Mutianyu Great Wall

Allow a separate day for the journey to Mutianyu and time on the wall. Choose your walking distance around your group’s interests, fitness and the weather.

Confirm return transport, admission and any cable-car or lift tickets in advance. These services are not automatically included in this suggested itinerary.

Plan your visit

Tickets and opening days

Check each attraction’s official booking rules for your travel dates. Route order may need to change around closures or ticket availability.

Use the official Beijing attraction guide to start planning.

Walking and accessibility

Palace grounds and gardens involve walking. Great Wall sections have steep steps and uneven surfaces. Discuss mobility needs, children travelling and preferred walking distances before choosing a route.

What to confirm before booking

These are suggested routes. Confirm dates, attraction reservations, guide services, transport, meals, accommodation and the total price with your organiser before booking.

No price or service inclusion is guaranteed by this sample itinerary.

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