Your friendly English-speaking guide greets you at your hotel. Begin your scenic drive north toward the mountains surrounding Beijing while learning about the city’s imperial history and the Great Wall.

Badaling Great Wall is the most famous and best-preserved section of the Great Wall of China, located about 70 km from downtown Beijing. With its majestic watchtowers, wide stone pathways, and breathtaking mountain views, it offers one of the most iconic Great Wall experiences. Easily accessible and fully restored, Badaling is perfect for first-time visitors who want to walk along history while enjoying stunning scenery. Standing on this legendary wall, you’ll feel the grandeur of ancient Chinese engineering and the spirit of centuries past—an unforgettable highlight of any Beijing trip.

Enjoy a relaxing Chinese lunch at a local restaurant near the Ming Tombs area. Your guide can recommend popular regional dishes.

Dingling Tomb is the only excavated imperial tomb among the famous Ming Tombs, offering a rare chance to explore the mysterious underground world of ancient Chinese emperors. Built for Zhu Yijun, the tomb features a magnificent underground palace made of massive marble chambers where the emperor and his empresses were buried. Walk through the grand stone halls, discover precious imperial relics, and experience the fascinating burial culture of the Ming Dynasty. It’s a unique historical journey that brings China’s imperial past vividly to life.

Return to Beijing city and visit the famous Olympic Green, built for the 2008 Olympics.