Beijing

Beijing 7-Day Itinerary & Trip Cost (January)

Budget$796·Duration7 days·Tierstandard·Best injan·Travelers1 adult

Great Wall (Badaling), Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven — all for ¥5385.

This 7-day standard trip covers Beijing (6 nights) — connected by high-speed rail.

Beijing: Forbidden City, Universal Beijing Resort, Great Wall (Badaling).

Estimated total: ¥5,385 for one traveler on a standard budget — hotels average ¥273/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.

What to eat

Beijing
  • Peking roast duck
    北京烤鸭 · Běijīng kǎoyā
  • Noodles in fried bean sauce
    炸酱面 · Zhájiàng miàn
  • Stewed offal with flatbread
    卤煮火烧 · Lǔzhǔ huǒshāo
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January · Standard · 1 person · 6 nights
Beijing

Beijing

6 nights
Highlights
Forbidden City¥60Great Wall (Badaling)¥40Prince Gong's Mansion¥40Temple of Heaven¥15Summer Palace¥30Great Wall (Mutianyu)¥45Old Summer Palace¥10Olympic ParkFreeMing Tombs¥30Universal Beijing Resort¥459National Museum of China
🏨 $40.37 (CN¥273)/night🍜 $11.98 (CN¥81)/meal🚇 $8.87 (CN¥60)/day🎫 $107.80 (CN¥729) admission · 1 prices unknown
I have
$796.00 (CN¥5,383)
Estimated Total
$796.33 (CN¥5,385)
Over budget
$0.33
Estimated Total
$796.33 (CN¥5,385)
Stay $242.08 (CN¥1,637) · Food $251.54 (CN¥1,701) · Transit $0.00 (CN¥0) · City transit $62.11 (CN¥420) · Attractions $107.80 (CN¥729) · Misc $132.65 (CN¥897)
Estimates only. Actual costs may vary. · 1000usdinchina.com
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is $796 enough for a 7-day Beijing trip?

Yes, $796 is a realistic budget for 7 days on a standard tier. This covers accommodation, food, inter-city transport, and major attractions.

What is the best time to visit Beijing?

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are the best times to visit. Avoid Chinese national holidays (Golden Week in October and May) as crowds and prices surge.

How many days do I need for this Beijing route?

This route is designed for 7 days: Beijing (6 nights).

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