Highlights
- Discover Beijing's UNESCO sites on an efficient, great-value tour
- Enjoy stunning historic sights & local flavors, a visual and culinary feast
- Savor authentic Peking Duck lunch, a culinary delight (full-day tour)
- Travel between scenic spots in a comfortable air-conditioned coach
Description
Option 1: Temple of Heaven Half-Day Tour
Tour Duration: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Tour Itinerary:
09:00 - Gather & Greet
Meet your guide at the designated point and begin your Beijing cultural journey.
09:10 - Imperial Prayers at the Temple of Heaven
The guide leads the group to explore the Temple of Heaven – The largest imperial worship complex in China, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Marvel at the magnificent Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese architecture.
11:00 Tour ends at Temple of Heaven
Option 2: Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace and Beijing Duck Full Day Tour
Tour Duration: 9:00AM- 5:30PM
Tour Itinerary:
09:00 - Gather & Greet
Meet your guide at the designated point and begin your Beijing cultural journey.
09:10 - Imperial Prayers at the Temple of Heaven
The guide leads the group to explore the Temple of Heaven – The largest imperial worship complex in China, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Marvel at the magnificent Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese architecture. After the Temple of Heaven, board the vehicle to Yonghe Lama Temple.
12:00 - A Feast of Legends: Peking Duck Lunch
Savor an authentic Peking Duck banquet at a classic restaurant, a perfect culinary interlude. This exquisite culinary experience will perfectly complement your day of cultural exploration.
13:00 - Lama Temple (Tibetan Serenity in the City)
Discover Beijing's most prestigious Tibetan Buddhist monastery. Admire the stunning 18-meter Maitreya Buddha carved from a single sandalwood tree.
14:00 - Journey to the Summer Palace
Relax on a scenic transfer to the legendary Summer Palace, the pinnacle of Chinese garden design.
15:00 - Stroll the 'Museum of Royal Gardens'
Guided tour of the Summer Palace – A UNESCO-listed imperial garden known as the 'Museum of Royal Gardens.' Stroll along Kunming Lake and admire the iconic Long Corridor’s painted scenes.
Optional Detour: Imperial Waterway Cruise
(Available upon arrival) Glide into the gardens by boat, retracing the historic route of the emperors. (¥100/person)
17:00 - A Fond Farewell
The tour concludes at the Summer Palace. Guests are welcome to stay and continue exploring the gardens at their leisure. Please note that the schedule may vary based on traffic and queues at tour attractions.
Includes
Air-conditioned tour bus during the tour
English- or Spanish-speaking tour guide (depending on the option selected)
Entrance ticket to the Temple of Heaven (including the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests)
Entrance ticket to the Summer Palace (full-day tour only)
Entrance ticket to the Lama Temple (full-day tour only)
Peking Duck lunch at a local restaurant (full-day tour only)
Excludes
Imperial Waterway Cruise in Summer Palace (Optional 100RMB per person)
Tips for the tour guide
Other personal expenses
Important Information
- Please bring some cash for your personal expenses
- Please note this tour requires good physical fitness
- A suitcase is inconvenient for this tour
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
