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Make the most of your limited time in Beijing with China Insider. Visit major tourist spots and discover hidden gems known only by localsā
YOUR BEIJING TRIP HAS BEEN PLANNED FOR YOU, BY CHINA INSIDERš¤©
1. See the best of Beijing, even if youāre short on timeā
2. Get a clear plan that suits non-Chinese speakersāwithout spending days on researchšµāš«
3. Become a Beijing expert, your friends will ask you for recommendationsš
We're changing the game in the travel itinerary industry
Why have people lost trust in online travel itineraries and guides? Ever wondered why so many can afford to distribute their itineraries at low prices or even for free? Hereās the scoop: itās not their sales making them moneyāitās sponsorships from the very places they recommend. Thatās right, their profits arenāt from guide sales but from cozy sponsorship deals with hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions. You end up going to mediocre or lame places only because they āsponsorā the itinerary.
At China Insider, weāre taking a different road. We pledge to be the only travel experts in the market bold enough to promise zero sponsorships and zero paid promotions in our itineraries. When we recommend a place, itās because it truly made us say āwow,ā not because our wallets got a little heavier. Weāre here to offer you pure, unfiltered advice, keeping it real and ensuring your travel experiences are as authentic as they get. THEY CANāT BUY US!
How is our itinerary different from a travel guide book?
š”An āitineraryā is a detailed plan of a trip, listing all the places to be visited and activities to be done, often including times and dates. It serves as a roadmap for travelers, helping them to navigate their trip efficiently and make the most of their time. In contrast, a travel guide provides descriptive information about tourist sites but may not include a structured schedule or detailed plan.
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Made by China Insiders: Tons of itineraries you find online are created by people who have never lived in Beijing. Most travel bloggers have traveled to Beijing just once. If you have followed @chinainsider, you know we have been sharing our experience in China on Instagram for almost 10 years. We are not only Chinese locals but also a team of China travel experts who know what foreign travelers need. So our itinerary is how we crystallize our years of experience traveling in China, as insidersš
Well-designed routes: Most other itineraries only look at each tourist attraction but never really sort out the routes. We design the entire route that links all the dots, in the best way. Our itinerary includes a Google Map with our routes that you will have direct access to. We hate going back and forth, especially in a mega city like Beijing. So weāve designed each dayās route to flow in one direction, considering the scenery you will experience at different times of the day. That way, you have less time backtracking and more time experiencing. Youāll see it from unique angles and hidden cornersš£ļø
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The must-visit and the special spots: Of course, we will include the top tourist attractions like the Great Wall that you simply cannot skip when visiting Beijing. But we do not stop there. Remember we have Beijing locals making this itinerary too? We have included many very local and hidden spots that just canāt be found on Western social media. From a bookstore to a local teahouse, we think these spots will make your Beijing trip much betterš¤«
The most accurate, updated, and relevant itinerary you can find: Due to the language barriers and different apps we use here in China, the information gap is huge. We see so much inaccurate, out-of-date, and false information online when it comes to travel planning in China. This bad info will definitely give an unpleasant surprise to your Beijing trip. We double-check the information in our itinerary with reliable sourcesā
What's in this China Insider 3-Day Beijing Itinerary?
š A PDF itinerary packed with our top recommendations for 3 days in Beijing.
š Must-see attractions in Beijing, including Great Wall, Forbidden City and more, ensuring you donāt miss any essentials.Ā
šŗļø A Google map with our well-designed routes from morning to evening. No more mental math to figure out which tourist site to visit firstāweāve sorted it all out for you.
š¤« Hidden gems and local spots that Chinese residents love but are often overlooked by foreign tourists and canāt be found on social media . We want you to experience the REAL Beijing how the local Chinese see, not just the version shown in Michelin or Lonely Planet.
š Insider tips on classic and trendy dining spots locals love, including restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and bubble tea shops. We also cater to travelers with dietary needs, including vegan and halal options.
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š¼ Important survival tips for foreigners to avoid common mistakes.
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š· Top photo spots for perfect IG photos, so you can share stunning images with your family and friends š
Who are we?
We are @chinainsider, a team of China locals, professional trip designers, and travel addicts. Since 2014, weāve been sharing our passion and expertise in China travel. Our trip designers use the same methods for this itinerary as they do for custom travel groups, which typically cost $200-$600 per day. A 3-day custom itinerary would normally cost $600-$1800 (I know I know,Ā itās expensive). After creating hundreds of customized itineraries, we decided to develop a more general yet unique itinerary that most foreign travelers can benefit fromāat a very affordable price. And of course, it features our signature China Insider humor š
Need customized trip planning for your China travel? We can arrange that too! For only $200 per day, our team of professional trip planners and seasoned China travel enthusiasts will craft an unforgettable experience tailored just for youš
