Beijing & Imperial Retreat in Chengde — 7 Days · 6 Nights

Beijing & Imperial Retreat in Chengde — 7 Days · 6 Nights

Beiing · Chengde · Hong Kong
Group Size: 6–10 people

Where imperial heritage meets modern elegance.
A meticulously curated journey through Beijing’s iconic landmarks and the tranquil mountain retreat of Chengde. Enjoy international five-star stays, Michelin-level dining, private access, and intimate artisan workshops—crafted for discerning travelers who value privacy, culture, and refinement.

Day 1 — Arrival in Beijing | Graceful Welcome

• VIP arrival assistance and private limousine transfer to your international 5-star hotel (e.g., The Peninsula Beijing / Rosewood Beijing / Aman at Summer Palace, or similar).

• Welcome tea ceremony and personalized check-in.

• Dinner: Michelin-starred contemporary Chinese cuisine.

• Optional: Evening spa or cocktail at a skyline lounge.

Day 2 — Forbidden City, Tiananmen & Hutong Elegance

• Early-access private tour of Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City (timed to avoid peak crowds).

• Lunch in a restored courtyard mansion with refined northern flavors.

• Artisan workshop: choose calligraphy or paper-cutting with a master artist (hands-on, take home your work).

• Dinner: Elevated Peking Duck tasting menu with wine pairing.

Day 3 — The Great Wall in Style

• Private drive to Mutianyu (or Jinshanling) for a crowd-light Great Wall experience.

• Guided wall walk and champagne picnic overlooking the mountains.

• Return to Beijing for Michelin-level dinner.

• Optional: Helicopter flyover (subject to availability) or exclusive after-hours photo session.

Day 4 — Chengde | Imperial Mountain Resort (UNESCO)

• Scenic private transfer to Chengde, the Qing emperors’ summer retreat.

• Private tour of the Mountain Resort (UNESCO) and Putuo Zongcheng Temple.

• Check-in to a tranquil luxury resort (heritage or nature-immersed).

• Handcraft experience: dumpling-making with a local chef or tea & incense ritual in a private pavilion.

• Dinner: Imperial-inspired tasting menu; optional guzheng live performance.

Day 5 — Chengde to Beijing | Serenity & Design

• Slow morning with spa or guided garden stroll.

• Return to Beijing; check-in to your 5-star hotel.

• 798 Art District private gallery walk with curator meet-and-greet.

• Artisan workshop: cloisonné enamel or silk-scarf design/hand-painting (take-home piece).

• Dinner: Michelin-starred modern Chinese or creative fusion.

Day 6 — Summer Palace & Private Lake Cruise | Farewell Soirée

• Private tour of the Summer Palace with exclusive boat cruise on Kunming Lake.

• Lunch with garden views.

• Afternoon at leisure (personal stylist for luxury shopping or wellness spa).

• Farewell gala dinner in an exclusive courtyard venue, with sommelier pairing & intimate cultural performance.

Day 7 — Departure | A Polished Goodbye

• Breakfast at leisure.

• Private transfer with VIP assistance to the airport.

• Depart with bespoke souvenirs and handcrafted memories.