10D9N Discover Beijing & Inner Mongolia

<p>Upon arrival at Beijing Airport, transfer to your hotel in the city for check-in. The rest of the day is free at leisure to rest or explore at your own pace.</p>

<p>After breakfast, visit <strong data-start="507" data-end="522">Dajing Gate</strong>, a historic section of the Great Wall built during the Ming Dynasty. Once a key military outpost, it served as an important gateway between the central plains and the northern steppes. After sightseeing, continue to Zhangjiakou and check in at your hotel.</p>

<p>Today, explore <strong data-start="917" data-end="937">Nine-Dragon Wall</strong>, a beautifully carved and glazed screen wall depicting nine dragons. Visit <strong data-start="1013" data-end="1030">Huayan Temple</strong>, one of China’s most important and well-preserved Buddhist temples dating back to the 11th century. Continue to <strong data-start="1143" data-end="1171">Datong Ancient City Wall</strong>, a grand Ming-era fortification that once defended the northern frontier. Later, transfer to Datong for hotel check-in.</p>

<p>This morning, discover the world-renowned <strong data-start="1443" data-end="1463">Yungang Grottoes</strong>, a UNESCO site with over 50 caves and more than 51,000 Buddha statues carved into the rock during the Northern Wei Dynasty. Afterwards, travel to Hohhot in Inner Mongolia and check into your hotel.</p>

<p>Begin the day at the <strong data-start="1816" data-end="1836">Princess Mansion</strong>, a Qing Dynasty estate built for a Mongolian princess. Then, head to the grasslands for a warm Mongolian welcome ceremony, complete with a traditional dismount wine toast, before enjoying cultural experiences at the Joyful Ranch. Tonight, stay in unique grassland yurts.</p>

<p>Spend the morning exploring <strong data-start="2237" data-end="2260">Xilamuren Grassland</strong>, one of Inner Mongolia’s most scenic open plains. Later, enjoy the spectacular <strong data-start="2340" data-end="2387">“Legend of the Southern Desert” performance</strong>, which depicts the bravery of Mongolian warriors. Continue your journey to Ordos and check in at your hotel.</p>

<p>Today, venture into the <strong data-start="2654" data-end="2676">Yinken Tala Desert</strong>, a stunning expanse of golden dunes under vast blue skies, often referred to as the “Silver World.” Experience local traditions with a hands-on <strong data-start="2821" data-end="2855">Chinese paper-cutting workshop</strong>, part of China’s intangible cultural heritage. Return to Ordos for an overnight stay.</p>

<p>In the morning, visit the <strong data-start="3086" data-end="3108">Kangbashi District</strong>, a modern planned city known for its futuristic architecture. Continue to the <strong data-start="3187" data-end="3216">Mausoleum of Genghis Khan</strong>, a symbolic shrine honoring the great Mongolian leader. Afterwards, transfer to Yulin and check in at your hotel.</p>

<p>After breakfast, explore <strong data-start="3458" data-end="3474">Tongwancheng</strong>, the ruins of an ancient capital city dating back to the early 5th century. Once the seat of the Hu Xia dynasty, the site offers fascinating insight into northern China’s early history. Return to Yulin for an overnight stay.</p>

<p data-start="3814" data-end="3944">Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then spend your remaining time at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your flight home.</p>