5 Days Fantastic Universal Studios Beijing Tour - Best for Family
Travel through the Ages, in Reality and Blockbusters’ Fancy World
Travel through the Ages, in Reality and Blockbusters’ Fancy World
With a history of over 3,000 years as a city and over 800 years as a capital, Beijing is globally recognized for having the largest number of world cultural heritages. It is an excellent value for money and a must-visit destination for anyone exploring China for the first time. This 5 days Beijing family tour is well-arranged to fulfill your needs. Apart from offering localized and interactive activities, this tour helps you learn, grow and gain a profound understanding of China. You will marvel at China’s historical wonders, like the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Mutianyu Great Wall, etc.
To make your trip more exciting, we have arranged a full-day tour to the newest opened world-class amusement park - Universal Studios Beijing and the opportunity to meet the superstar of Beijing Zoo - Meng Lan. Gather your friends and family and embark on this fantastical adventure that spans the past and present!
Day 1 Beijing Arrival
Airport or Railway Station Pick Up
Ni Hao, welcome to Beijing, the iconic city as well as the capital of China!
You will be met by your local tour guide at the arrival hall of your arrival airport or train station, then be escorted to check in to your hotel in downtown by a private comfortable vehicle. The rest of today is on your own to relax. If you want to explore nearby, feel free to get some practical suggestions from your tour guide.
Arrival Ideas: At present, there are many international and domestic flights to Beijing. Besides, you can take a high speed train to this capital city from Shanghai (4.5-6 hrs), Xian (4-6 hrs), Guangzhou (7.5-8 hrs), Chengdu (7.5-10 hrs), Chongqing (7-9 hrs), Hong Kong (8 hrs), etc.
Ni Hao, welcome to Beijing, the iconic city as well as the capital of China!
You will be met by your local tour guide at the arrival hall of Beijing Capital Airport, or railway station, then be escorted to check in your hotel in downtown by a private comfortable vehicle. The rest of today is on your own to relax. If you want to explore nearby, feel free to get some practical suggestions from your tour guide.
Arrival Ideas: At present, there are many international and domestic flights to Beijing. Besides, you can take a high speed train to this capital city from Shanghai (5-6 hrs), Xian (5.5 hrs), Guangzhou (8-9.5 hrs), etc.
Tour guide picked up our clients at Beijing airport
Day 2 Beijing (B, L)
Hotel Pick Up - Tiananmen Square - Forbidden City - Jingshan Park - Temple of Heaven
After breakfast, you will start a journey through Beijing's storied past with a brief visit to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public plaza. This iconic site is where Chairman Mao proclaimed the founding of the People's Republic of China from the imposing Tiananmen Gate.
Step through Tiananmen Gate and into the heart of imperial China - Forbidden City. This vast palace complex of nearly 10,000 rooms, once home to 24 emperors from the Ming and Qing dynasties, stands as a marvel of architectural brilliance and historical grandeur. Admire the intricate details, from the dazzling yellow-glazed tile roofs to the refined white marble bases. As you explore the myriad rooms and courtyards, envision the lives of emperors, empresses, and their courtiers.
After leaving the Forbidden City, take a short walk to Jingshan Park, where you can ascend to its summit for a panoramic view. From here, marvel at the sweeping vistas of the Forbidden City to the south and the serene landscapes of Beihai Park, Shichahai Lake, and the iconic Drum Tower to the north. For unforgettable photos, make your way to one of the palace's corner towers, a favorite spot among photography enthusiasts.
In the afternoon, drive about 40 minutes to the imperial site – Temple of Heaven, a historic site once used by emperors for sacrificial ceremonies. As you explore this grand complex of buildings and gardens, you'll discover the rituals and beliefs of the Ming and Qing emperors, who sought divine blessings for good harvests through intricate ceremonies.
Today’s journey will end with a delightful acrobatic performance at the Chaoyang Theater, which is one of the kids' favorite activities in Beijing. From this show, you can admire the actors' skilled performance.
Day 3 Beijing – Great Wall (B, L, D)
Beijing Hutongs - Mutianyu Great Wall - Bird's Nest & Water Cube
After breakfast, hop on a rickshaw to experience Beijing Hutongs - small alleys made of neighboring quadrangle dwellings. Shuttle among different Hutongs to feel the old Beijing life style, meet various antique shops and small boutiques, feel the historical changes of Beijing, and also pay a visit to a local family's home in the traditional Hutongs. (Optional Activity: If you're interested and have the time, consider participating in a class on China's Traditional Paper Cutting in the Hutong area. You'll have the opportunity to learn the art of cutting common motifs and characters, guided by a skilled Paper Cutting teacher.)
Leave the city, and drive about 70km (about 1.5 h) to witness one of the Seven Wonders of the World - Great Wall. The less-crowded Mutianyu, a well-preserved segment of Great Wall built in Ming Dynasty, lives up to all of your nice expectation. You’ll take a chair lift cable car to ascend the Great Wall, then hike the most beautiful and interesting part of Mutianyu. It's a wonderful experience to climb up its rising towers to enjoy scenic views and take brag-worthy photos of the wall wriggling along mountain ridges. After the sightseeing, descend Mutianyu Great Wall with an exciting and safe toboggan ride.
Next, drive back to Beijing City, and take a short stop at the Beijing Olympic Park to view the magnificent Bird’s Nest and Water Cube from the outside.
As for dinner, we prepare the flavorful dish of Peking Roast Duck which was established in 1864 during the Qing Dynasty.
Day 4 Universal Studios Beijing Tour (B)
Hotel Pick Up - Universal Studios Beijing
After breakfast, take our private transfer to Universal Studios Beijing in the east suburb, the fifth Universal Studios in the world. Enjoy high flexibility to arrange your Universal Studios Beijing day tour by yourself, and make the best use of time and money to realize your Hollywood blockbuster dream, pluck up your courage to conquer exciting rides, make a pose and take photos at checkpoints in different themed lands, interact with movie character and create a wonderful memory with your family and friends.
Constructed by combining the world’s famous movie theme parks with Chinese elements, Universal Studios Beijing offers massive challenging rides, interactive shows and fantastic events for kids and visitors of all ages. It currently consists of 7 themed lands - The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM, Jurassic World Isla Nublar, Transformers Metrobase, Minion Land, Kung Fu Panda Land of Awesomeness, WaterWorld, Hollywood, two themed hotels, a Universal CityWalk offering a shopping, dining and entertainment, etc.
To experience the magic of the wizarding world at Universal Studios, you must visit The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM. The HogwartsTM Castle is a magical place where you can ride on a broomstick and play QuidditchTM side by side with Harry Potter. Afterwards, head to Three Broomsticks for the authentic “Wizard” set. After the feast, make sure you stop by OllivanderTM’s Store to get your wand. Don’t miss the opportunity to perform magic in front of the window! Keep going, let’s disguise ourselves as Minions and enter their paradise to play a prank. Every time you ring the doorbell, there will be a surprise! If you enjoy adventure and thrilling experiences, you’ll love exploring Transformers Metrobase and Jurassic World Isla Nublar after Minion Land. Check out whichever popular project has a shorter queue. Don’t hesitate, dash for it! On the other side, if you prefer milder events or bring the kids, stroll through the Chinese-inspired Kung Fu Panda Land of Awesomeness in the Valley of Peace would be a memory-lasting journey. Or head to WaterWorld or the Hollywood zones, where the live shows are spectacular. As the sun goes down, catch the Universal on Parade and enjoy intimate interactions with the movie characters. By the way, there will be a magical celebration at HogwartsTM Castle during nighttime, with a gorgeous light show interpreting the grand chapters of the four houses. Do not miss out!
After the Universal Beijing tour, you will be escorted back to your hotel in the downtown area by a private vehicle.
Universal Beijing Resort Travel Tips:
1. Opening Time: Universal Studios 10:00~20:00; CityWalk 08:00~21:30 (the exact opening hours vary by days, better arrive early to avoid the crowd & save time waiting in line; parade start from 17:00 pm and other shows hosted in different times every day.)
2. Universal Expresses: Expresses are not included in your ticket price. Suppose your planned travel time coincides with the peak season of Universal Beijing (summer and winter vacations, Chinese holidays). In that case, we recommend you buy the Expresses in advance to save queuing time. Please feel free to contact us if you need them!
3. Food & Packing: You can dine in restaurants in Universal Studios or bring qualified food and drinks. The park is huge, so better wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Luggage storage is provided at the entrance. Lockers can be found in every hot land.
4. Best Rides Recommended: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Transformers: Battle for the AllSpark, Jurassic Flyers, Jurassic World Adventure, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Decepticoaster, Light Camera Action
5. Others: You’re highly suggested to download a Universal Beijing Resort App to buy ticket, get a express, know activity waiting time, scheduled show time, tourist map, etc.
Day 5 Beijing Departure (B, L)
Beijing Zoo - Summer Palace
Toady, you will visit Beijing Zoo, a must see with kids. It is famous for rare animals endemic to China, including giant pandas, red pandas, South China tiger, white-lipped deer, golden snub-nosed monkey, crested ibis, etc. Getting there in the early morning allows you to see the pandas all out eating and playing.
After lunch, you will explore the outskirts of Beijing to spend an enjoyable time in Summer Palace, the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China. Stroll around ancient pavilions, mansions, temples, bridges and corridors. Then enjoy a boating experience on Kunming Lake which covers 75% of the entire size of Summer Palace. On the boat, you can view the fascinating landscape of the garden with slow pace.
Your Beijing tour is now about to end. Your tour guide will escort you to catch your flight/train to next destination.
1. This price is for one person, based on a group of 2 adults sharing one standard double-bed room in a 4-star hotel and traveling with our private tour in low seasons. It will drop greatly if your group has 4 or more members.
2. This price is subject to change according to your traveling season, month and date. There may be huge price increasing during public Chinese holidays, school summer vacations, tourism peak seasons or some special dates. (China Public Holiday 2025 Schedule Released)
3. Other factors that may change the final tour price include group size, hotel class, tour activities, fluctuation of currency exchange rate, etc.
4. This price is based on exchange rate USD 1=RMB 7.00. The final price will be based on the exchange rate in effect at the time of agreement with our quotation.
5. This price is only valid to March 31, 2026.
6. This price is not the final price until the Confirmation Letter is sent.
7. The items included and excluded in this price are for reference only. The final services included, please refer to the confirmation letter sent to you by the travel consultant.
Hi Tracy,
We really enjoyed the cruise with our family. It’s the right length, not too long and not too short. It’s good price, well planned. I think the included excursions are well worth it. We had tour guides who speak English well so that’s really convenient for my son. I think it’s great trip at low season. It might not be very pleasant if crowded so I may not recommend to my friends to go at high season.
Service on cruise is very good, they all work very hard.
I have not used travel agency in China before but you helped a lot this time. I will tell my friends about your company. Thanks and happy holidays!
Eileen
Reya, Discovery Team
Thank you for all the arrangements and professional approach. We returned home last night and loved every day of our trip:-)
I have just submitted my review at TripAdvisor.
regards
Langer
Hi Evelyn,
It was good. Dali is a very charming city. We did not regret changing our itinerary at the last minute. We are glad that we went there. Thank you for arranging everything according to our requests. The non-smoking rooms, english-speaking guide, very clean bus. Hotel location was exceptional. We just wished we could stay longer and had the chance to enjoy the city more. Maybe next time.
Debbie
Hi Elk,
We had a great trip. While the boat is old and certainly needs some work, the excursions were good and the service was fantastic. The food was mostly Chinese but enough variety that we didn't go hungry at all. We would recommend it.
Thank you for organizing.
Elizabeth
Hi Wonder,
Thanks for support. We are boarded train going back to HK. We had amazing trip. You had done fantastic travel arrangements. Most important tour guide were really good, had good knowledge, really caring, even not part of trip taken best places for dinner, ensure we reach hotel safety as can't read local language maps , must try local food like oil tea, pumpkin cake, chicken cooked in bamboo refer photos.
Madhuri
excellent assistance, helpfulness and courtesy. My contact 'was Shirley, prepared friendly and punctual. Highly recommended...
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After sending us an inquiry, one of our travel consultants will get back to you within 0.5~23.5 hrs. In the next few days, he/she will be working closely with you to formulate a customized tour plan, as well as providing professional suggestions based on your travel interests, time, and budget.
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Our local guide in every destination is not only very friendly, enthusiastic but also very informative and knowledgeable.
Once you arrive in the destination, the patient and punctual guides will pick you up and take you to get under skin of the city at your own pace. By in-depth discovery and explanation, they’ll show you more about the history, culture, customs and authentic local life. Throughout the journey, they're not only expert guides who take care of all the details but also fellow travelers who are dedicated to help you explore in comfort and style.
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Using our private transfer service makes you comfortable, relaxed and worry free all the way!
Our private service includes licensed drivers with many years’ driving experience and air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean and well-maintained cars/vans. Drivers are local, polite, friendly and helpful, taking you to your tourist sites, hotels, airport/train stations in safety. All kinds of vehicle are offered, and yours depends on the size of your group. Usually, we offer sedan cars, SUVs, business vans (MPV) and different types of buses, all with extra space for your luggage.
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In each destination, you’ll enjoy a comfortable stay in a great location!
The hotels we choose are based on star rating, great locations, well-equipped facilities, cozy bed, high quality service and guests’ feedbacks. Choices are a lot ranging from luxury 5 star, comfortable 4 star to budget 3 star. You could decide where to stay to best suit for your budget and likes. Generally, the hotels have both Western and Chinese breakfast with a wide choices.
If you have already got an ideal hotel, please feel free to tell our travel consultants and they'll book the hotel for you.
Have good sleep in our well-selected hotels in all the destinations of China.
We can satisfy all the dietary requirements no matter you want Chinese local food, western food, vegetarian food or muslin food.
The restaurants we will take you for lunch or dinner are all designated tourist restaurants approved by local tourist administration bureau. They have very good sanitary conditions and the food is prepared fresh and clean.
There will be some meals excluded in your itinerary as you like, and your private guide will be delighted to give you some suggestions and take you to the local restaurants to taste like Beijing Roast Duck, Xian Dumpling Dinner, Sichuan Hotpot, etc., if you are interested in local food tasting.
All the dining options will satisfy your stomach!
Tour guide picked up our clients at Beijing airport
The Forbidden City Overall View from Jingshan Park - Victoria from South Africa
Temple of Heaven - Guests Family
Tiananmen Square Family Tour with China Discovery
Mutianyu Great Wall - Daud's family from Indonesia
Interesting Mutianyu Tobbogan Experience
Our customers visited Bird's Nest in 2019
Our customers enjoyed Hutong Rickshaw
Universal Studios Beijing Entrance
Hogwarts Castle
Universal on Parade Minion
Universal on Parade Kung Fu Panda
Transformers Metrobase
Universal on Parade
Summer Palace Shot by Our Guest Nguyen
Beijing, altogether with Tianjin and Hebei has implemented 144-Hour Visa-free Transit to visitors from 54 countries with valid travel documents & connecting (flight, ship, trains) tickets to a third country/region. These countries include 25 European Schengen Visa Agreement countries (Austria, Germany, Italy…), 14 Other European countries (Russia, United Kingdom, Ireland…), 6 America countries (United States, Canada, Brazil…), 2 Oceania countries (Australia and New Zealand) and 6 Asian countries (South Korea, Japan, Singapore…).
The itinerary in this tour can be customized according to your own interests and needs. Usually, Mutianyu Great Wall is the top recommended among several sections of Great Wall in and around Beijing, because it's less crowded, fully-restored and quite family-friendly. If you want to explore the primitive appearance of Great Wall and want a memorable hiking experience in lesser known sections, consider hiking less-traveled sections like Jinshanling, Simatai, Huanghuacheng, etc. It is also available to choose some other attractions based on your interest. Besides, you can visit a local family in Beijing Hutongs, or take part in some other interested activities. If you have any personal travel ideas, feel free to tell us.
As China's capital and a top tourist destination, Beijing is equipped with numerous hotels and restaurants for your choice. Undoubtedly, every traveler can stay in Beijing with great comfort. There are enough luxury hotels with good location and best value. It is also easy to find many comfortable 4-star hotels and economical hotels. You can choose one hotel according to your tour itinerary and budget. Beijing also offers a large number of choices of food – from multi-course cuisine to various street food to satisfy your taste bud.
Beijing boasts a well-developed transportation network, making it accessible from both international and domestic cities. There are many daily flights from Europe (London, Paris, Berlin, Rome, Amsterdam, etc.), America (Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Washington, etc.), Asia (Singapore, Tokyo, Taipei, Macao, etc.) and Oceania to Beijing. Additionally, domestic flights from over 120 cities in mainland China, including major hubs like Shanghai, Guangzhou, Kunming, Shenzhen, Chongqing, and Chengdu, make reaching Beijing convenient.
With a temperature monsoon climate, Beijing enjoys four distinctive seasons. It has warm spring (March ~ May), hot summer (June ~ August), cool autumn (September ~ November) and cold winter (December ~ February). Visiting Beijing in different seasons allows you to see different featured scenery, but the best time to visit Beijing is spring and autumn because you can enjoy the most comfortable weather. It is also important to avoid visiting Beijing in China's big festivals, including May Day, Tomb Sweeping Day, Dragon's Boat Day and National Day when most of the scenic areas will be crowded and it will be common to meet traffic jam.
If you have more days in China, you are strongly suggested to extend your tour to another two top tourist destinations - ancient Xi’an and modern Shanghai. This combination provides a comprehensive view of China's historical and contemporary highlights. A tour combining these three cities will help you get a first panoramic view of China. For a more enriching experience, you can visit Guilin for its stunning karst landscapes or take a Yangtze River cruise for a relaxing holiday.
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