11 days in Beijing & Hong Kong Itinerary

As the political and cultural capital of China, Beijing stands at the heart of Chinese history, buzzing with the energy of its high population density and centuries of importance.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): pause for some photo ops at Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang), take a stroll through 798 Art Zone, and then delve into the distant past at The Great Wall at Badaling. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the pleasant sights at Wangfujing Street, take in panoramic vistas at Bell and Drum Towers, explore the activities along Back Lakes (Hou Hai), then steep yourself in history at Peking Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling (Song Qingling Guju), then examine the collection at National Museum Of China, and finally take some stellar pictures from Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang).

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Nanyuan Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport. May in Beijing sees daily highs of 83°F and lows of 56°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can travel to Beijing.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): ponder the world of politics at Temple of Heaven, then take an in-depth tour of Lama Temple (Yonghegong), then see Mutianyu Great Wall, and finally appreciate the history behind Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang). Here are some ideas for day two: admire the striking features of The Palace Museum, then get great views at Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan), and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Summer Palace (Yiheyuan).

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Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Hong Kong.

Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Lantau island and Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha). Pack the 16th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Hong Kong Disneyland. There's lots more to do: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Ocean Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery (Man Fat Sze), get engrossed in the history at Hong Kong Heritage Museum, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

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You can fly from Beijing to Hong Kong in 4.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Traveling from Beijing in May, plan for much warmer nights in Hong Kong, with lows around 78°F.