Discover Beijing: Tai Chi, TCM, and Forbidden City in One Day
Join our one - day Beijing tour. First, visit Zhongshan Park for a Tai Chi experience and then explore the Forbidden City to learn about imperial history. At Qianmen, enjoy local food and the vibrant streets. In the afternoon, make herbal sachets and taste hawthorn pills at Guangyu Yuan to explore traditional Chinese medicine culture. This tour, suitable for both seniors and kids, is ideal for adventure lovers craving cultural exploration, families with children looking for an educational and enjoyable day, and anyone longing for unforgettable encounters with local traditions.
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Discover Beijing: Tai Chi, TCM, and Forbidden City in One Day
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What's included in Discover Beijing: Tai Chi, TCM, and Forbidden City in One Day
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Zhongshan Park
Meet your tour guide at hotel early in the morning. Begin your day early at Zhongshan Park. The park is lively in the morning, where you can observe locals gracefully practicing Tai Chi. It's a great chance to feel the charm of this traditional Chinese exercise. Then, head to the nearby Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City. Once you pass through its grand gates, you'll be amazed by the splendid palaces, vividly tiled rooftops, and vast courtyards. Wander along the central axis, visit the main halls, and explore the exhibition halls filled with precious relics, getting a deep dive into China's imperial history.
Qianmen Main Street Mall
Around noon, reach Qianmen. This area is a paradise for food lovers. The air is filled with the delicious aromas of various local cuisines. Try the famous Beijing fried sauce noodles, steaming hot baozi, and refreshing sour plum juice. While eating, don't miss out on exploring the bustling commercial streets. Step into time-honored shops to discover unique handicrafts, traditional clothing, and local specialties.
Qianmen Main Street Mall
In the afternoon, visit Guangyu Yuan, a renowned traditional Chinese medicine brand. Here, you'll have an interesting hands-on experience making herbal sachets. Under the guidance of professionals, select fragrant herbs and sew them into delicate pouches. Additionally, you can taste their signature hawthorn pills, which are not only tasty but also beneficial for digestion, allowing you to experience the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine.
Inclusions
- 3.Tickets as mentioned
- 2.Private tour guide and transfer for group of 4 pax and above.
- 1.Private Transfer with English or Chinese Speaking driver cum guide.(group of 1-3pax)
- 4.Bottle water
- 1.Optional activities
- 2.Gratuities
- 3.Shopping
- 4.Drinks&Beverages
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The tour guide will call the guests one day in advance to inform them of the vehicle information, the exact boarding location, and some landmarks, etc.
Meeting / End Points
- The tour guide will call the guests one day in advance to inform them of the vehicle information, the exact boarding location, and some landmarks, etc.
