BJ Private Tour - Temple of Heaven, Panda House and Summer Palace
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city without actually leaving Beijing on this day trip around top landmarks of the city’s natural heritage. Skip the crowded group tours and start your day with a private, guided walk around the historic grounds of the Temple of Heaven—still well-used by the public today. Then, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace and take a dragon boat out on the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake.
Visit the Temple of Heaven and UNESCO-listed Summer Palace on a guided tour
Guidance every step of the way: your private guide accompanies you for the day
Stop for a complimentary Chinese lunch, with vegetarian options available
Get picked up from, and returned to, your central Beijing hotel free of charge
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BJ Private Tour - Temple of Heaven, Panda House and Summer Palace
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What's included in BJ Private Tour - Temple of Heaven, Panda House and Summer Palace
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in the morning. Start your first activity for today: Panda Viewing: Pandas are most active in the morning as they are more energetic after a night's rest. These adorable black - and - white creatures are national treasures of China. You will see them munching on bamboo, climbing trees or playing around. The guide will introduce you to different aspects of pandas, such as their diet which mainly consists of bamboo, their unique breeding habits, and their significance in Chinese culture.
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity
Next, head to the Summer Palace. The transfer takes approximately 20 minutes.vEnter the Summer Palace through the East Palace Gate. This is the main entrance of the palace. The guide will explain the historical significance of the gate and the grandeur of the imperial architecture. Walk to the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity. This was the place where the Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu held court and handled state affairs. The guide will tell you about the important events that took place here and introduce the furniture and decorations in the hall, which reflect the imperial style of that time.
Hall of Happiness and Longevity
Move on to the Hall of Happiness and Longevity, which was the residence of Empress Dowager Cixi during her stays at the Summer Palace. The hall is elegantly designed and surrounded by beautiful gardens. Cixi spent a great deal of time here, surrounded by luxury and opulence. The guide will share stories about Cixi's daily life in Le Shou Tang, her indulgences, and how she used this place to exert her power and influence. You can admire the exquisite furniture, the elaborate carvings, and the well - preserved architecture, all of which offer a glimpse into the lifestyle of the powerful empress dowager.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off(For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing city)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We will pick you up at the arrival hall.
