• Fragrant Hills Park (Xiangshan Gongyuan) - The tour guide will meet the group at the hotel at 09:00 a.m. From there, the group will head to Fragrant Hills Park to begin an exciting day tour.
  Fragrant Hill is renowned as a forest park and an imperial garden with a rich history. Key attractions include Censer Peak, the Hall of Diligent Government, the Temple of the Azure Clouds, the Memorial Hall of Sun Zhongshan, the Lake of Glasses, Fragrant Hill Temple, the Double Clean Villa, Yu Hua Villa, Zhao Temple, and the Fragrant Hill Cableway, which offers a panoramic view of the park.
  Fragrant Hill is particularly famous for its maple leaves. In autumn, the leaves turn the mountain into a fiery spectacle. The ideal time to witness the autumn colors is around mid-October, coinciding with the Fragrant Hill Red Leaves Festival. The vibrant maple leaves typically last for about a month.
  After lunch, the tour will continue to the Summer Palace, the Bird’s Nest, and the Water Cube.
• Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - The Summer Palace is the largest and best-preserved imperial garden, steeped in history and culture. Once a summer retreat for emperors, this 716-acre park remains a haven for tourists, offering relaxation and leisurely strolls through ancient pavilions, mansions, temples, bridges, and a vast lake, with opportunities to visit shops or tea houses. The beautifully landscaped gardens, halls, pavilions, and corridors are harmoniously arranged around the lake and rivers.
  The Long Corridor at the Summer Palace
  Paths along the lake lead visitors under shady trees or through the roofed colonnade known as the Long Corridor, featuring beautifully painted ceilings. Bridges, boats, willows, lotus flowers, and other scenic elements create a delightful atmosphere and stunning views.
• Olympic Park - Beijing Olympic Park, also known as the Olympic Green, hosted the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and Paralympics and will host the 2022 Winter Olympics. It has since been transformed into a versatile activity center for the public.
  The park includes the main venues from the 2008 Summer Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, such as the Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube. The architecture of these impressive buildings is truly awe-inspiring.
• Niaochao National Stadium - The Beijing National Stadium, commonly known as the Bird’s Nest, was constructed for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games at a cost of $423 million. Since then, it has become a prominent landmark and tourist attraction, as well as a venue for international and domestic sporting events.
  Despite being relatively new to Beijing’s landscape, the National Stadium is a must-see attraction.
• Water Cube - Located near the Bird’s Nest, the National Aquatics Center, or Water Cube, features a design inspired by the arrangement of cells and the natural structure of soap bubbles. This large square structure combines modern technology with traditional Chinese culture. Historically, Chinese ancestors believed the sky is round and the earth is square, symbolizing nature’s harmony. The square Water Cube and the round Bird’s Nest beautifully embody this concept.
• Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan) - Jingshan Park is beautifully landscaped with hills, clear lakes, and dignified ancient buildings. Once an imperial garden, it is now a tranquil public park.
  Located just north of the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park offers the best vantage point for a bird’s eye view of the Forbidden City and central Beijing. At dusk, the group will climb Jingshan for a stunning view of the Forbidden City, with palace eaves glowing in the golden light of the setting sun.
  Afterwards, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to the hotel, cherish the memories, and bid farewell at the hotel.

• Private transportation
• Lunch
• All fees and/or taxes

Experience multiple top-notch sites in the northern part of Beijing’s old city core, encompassing a renowned forest park and an antiquated imperial garden. Discover the largest and most beautifully retained of the remaining imperial gardens and tour two contemporary iconic buildings. At twilight, we’ll ascend Jingshan and observe the Forbidden City from its peak. To amplify your adventure: Transport, lunch, and entry fees are all covered.

1. Experience profound history and stunning natural landscaping at Fragrant Hills Park
2. Visit the Core Section of Beijing Olympic Park - the Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube
3. Investigate an imperial sanctuary – Summer Palace
4. Gain knowledge about local customs, history, and geography from your guide
5. Optimize your limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.