Beijing: Summer Palace Entry Ticket and Optional Guided Tour

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Explore the Summer Palace with flexible ticket options. Choose between standard entry, a comprehensive pass with full access, or a boat ride from outside the palace followed by a self-guided tour.

Highlights

  • Flexible Ticket Options – Choose from entry, full access, or boat ride packages.
  • Free English Guide – Includes a PDF guidebook for a self-guided tour.
  • Royal Boat Ride – Scenic boat ride from outside to the Summer Palace entrance.
  • Full Access – Explore iconic sites like the Pavilion, Temple, and more.
  • For All Travelers – Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families.

Description

Explore the Summer Palace with Flexible Ticket Options Discover the majestic Summer Palace in Beijing with tailored ticket options to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a quick visit, a full exploration, or a scenic boat ride, we’ve got the perfect package for you. All options come with a PDF English guidebook for a self-guided experience. Book now to secure your spot! ️ Choose the Best Ticket for Your Visit Option 1: Standard Entry Ticket Access the main gates and gardens of the Summer Palace. Enjoy a self-guided tour with a PDF English guidebook. Excludes entry to the Tower of Buddhist Incense, Suzhou Street, Dehe Garden, and the Summer Palace Museum. Option 2: Complete Entry Ticket Full access to all Summer Palace areas, including the Tower of Buddhist Incense, Suzhou Street, Dehe Garden, and the Summer Palace Museum. Includes a PDF English guidebook for a comprehensive self-guided experience. Option 3: Combo Ticket: Imperial Waterway Boat Ride + Summer Palace Includes a one-way boat ride from Ziyu Bay Pier to the Summer Palace, followed by a self-guided tour with full access to the palace grounds and an English guidebook. Option 4: Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven Group Tour with English Guide Tour Itinerary: 9:00 AM: Meet your English-speaking guide at the East Gate of the Temple of Heaven. 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Explore the Temple of Heaven with English Speaking Guide 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Transfer to the Summer Palace in a comfortable vehicle. 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Enjoy a guided walk along Summer Palace. 3:00 PM: End the tour with lasting memories of Beijing’s rich imperial history. Option 5:Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour Perfect for travelers seeking an in-depth yet relaxing day exploring Beijing’s imperial heritage, sacred temples, and royal gardens. Itinerary 09:00 AM: Meet your guide at the Temple of Heaven. 09:10 AM: Explore the Temple of Heaven – where emperors prayed for good harvests. 11:00 AM: Transfer to Yonghe Lama Temple. 11:30 AM: Visit Beijing’s grand Tibetan Buddhist temple and see the 18-meter Maitreya Buddha. 12:30 PM: Enjoy an authentic Peking Duck lunch. 01:30 PM: Drive to the Summer Palace. 02:30 PM: Stroll through the UNESCO-listed royal garden and the scenic Long Corridor. 05:30 PM: Tour ends at the Summer Palace gate or subway station — easy access to downtown. Option 6: Summer Palace Group Tour Great for those wanting a relaxed visit to China’s largest imperial garden. Itinerary 2:00 PM : Meet at Summer Palace entrance. Guided tour of palace grounds including Kunming Lake. Option 7: Summer Palace & Chinese Kung Fu Tea Ceremony Class day Tour Itinerary 9:00 AM: Meet at the Summer Palace 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Explore the Summer Palace with your guide 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Transfer to a traditional teahouse by private vehicle 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Enjoy an authentic Chinese Kung Fu Tea experience led by a professional tea master

Includes

Option 1: Summer Palace Standard Ticket 1.1 Entry to the main gate 1.2 PDF English guidebook Option 2: Summer Palace Complete Ticket 2.1 Entry to the main gate 2.2 Access to the Hall of Buddhist Incense, Garden of Virtue and Harmony, and Summer Palace Museum 2.3 PDF English guidebook Option 3: Combo — Imperial Waterway Boat + Summer Palace 3.1 One-way boat ticket from Ziyu Bay Pier 3.2 Complete entry ticket 3.3 PDF English guidebook Option 4: Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven Group Tour 4.1 Entry tickets 4.2 English-speaking guide 4.3 Transportation between attractions Option 5: Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Tour 5.1 Entry tickets 5.2 English-speaking guide 5.3 Transportation between attractions 5.4 Lunch (Peking duck and local dishes) Option 6: Summer Palace Guided Tour 6.1 Entry ticket 6.2 English-speaking guide Option 7: Summer Palace & Kung Fu Tea Class Tour 7.1 Entry ticket 7.2 2-hour Kung Fu tea experience 7.3 Transportation between attractions

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