Departure port
Beijing
This is where the ship leaves from. It is not the holiday itself.
Getting there
Beijing is an inland starting point. Cruise itineraries usually continue to the coast, about 2 to 3 hours away by road, or begin with a land tour.
Airports
- Beijing Capital (PEK). about 11 to 12 hours from London
- Beijing Daxing (PKX). about 11 to 12 hours from London
Before you sail
- Walk the Great Wall at Mutianyu
- Explore the Forbidden City
- Visit the Temple of Heaven
- Wander the old hutong lanes
Typical daytime highs
- Spring. Typical daytime highs around 20 to 27°C in spring (March to May).
- Summer. Typical daytime highs around 30 to 32°C in summer (June to August).
- Autumn. Typical daytime highs around 18 to 26°C in autumn (September to November).
- Winter. Typical daytime highs around 1 to 5°C in winter (December to February).
These are typical ranges, not a forecast.