Highlights
- Explore Beijing’s Summer Palace with expert English-speaking guides.
- Convenient transport from city center to distant Summer Palace.
- Upgrade to combo tours: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, or Botanical Garden.
- Private options for personalized pace and in-depth exploration.
- Family-friendly tours with Panda encounters and scenic boat rides.
Description
Discover Beijing’s Summer Palace on a seamless guided tour with expert English-speaking guides and smooth transport. Upgrade with combo tours to the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Botanical Garden, or Panda experiences. Perfect for first-time visitors wanting to explore Beijing’s top cultural and natural landmarks in one day, hassle-free.
7 Unique Tour Options
1️⃣ Option 1: Summer Palace Group Tour
More budget-friendly and social, this group tour lets you visit the Summer Palace with a live guide while sharing the experience with other travelers.
Itinerary:
1:00 PM: Meet in downtown Beijing and travel to the Summer Palace by included transfer.
Explore the palace grounds with an English-speaking guide
2️⃣ Option 2: Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven Group Tour
Visit two of Beijing’s top parks in a single day with minimal effort, ending at the Bird’s Nest; perfect for visitors wanting a one-day park combo.
Itinerary:
09:00 – Meet at Tiantandongmen Station Exit A2
09:10–11:10 – Guided tour of Temple of Heaven
11:40–12:40 – Lunch (self-paid)
13:00 – Drive to Summer Palace
14:00–16:30 – Summer Palace guided tour
17:10 – Drop-off at Olympic Park
3️⃣ Option 3: Summer Palace & Forbidden City Group Tour
Explore Beijing’s two most iconic sites in one day, combining history and natural beauty; perfect for history and royal culture enthusiasts.
Itinerary:
08:00 – Meet at Jinyuhutong Subway Station Exit C
08:30–11:30 – In-depth tour of the Forbidden City
11:40–12:40 – Lunch (self-paid)
13:00 – Drive to Summer Palace
14:00–16:30 – Summer Palace guided tour
17:10 – Drop-off at Olympic Park
4️⃣ Option 4: Private Summer Palace Tour
Ideal for guests who prefer a private pace and deeper exploration.
Itinerary:
Flexible timing – Meet at Summer Palace East Gate
Personalized guided tour tailored to your interests
5️⃣ Option 5: Private Summer Palace & Botanical Garden Tour
Experience Beijing’s two most scenic gardens in a day, including a scenic tram ride; perfect for nature lovers.
Itinerary:
09:00 – Meet at Summer Palace East Gate
09:00–12:30 – In-depth Summer Palace tour
12:30–12:50 – Scenic tram to Botanical Garden
12:50–16:00 – Guided tour of Botanical Garden
6️⃣ Option 6: Private Panda & Summer Palace Tour
Perfect for animal lovers or families; in summer, take a royal boat from the zoo to the Summer Palace for a unique waterway experience.
Itinerary:
09:00 – Meet at Beijing Zoo entrance
09:00–12:00 – Explore Panda Pavilion and other rare animals
12:00–13:00 – Royal boat to Summer Palace (Apr–Oct) / Private transfer (Nov–Mar)
13:00–17:00 – Summer Palace guided tour
7️⃣ Option 7: Private Summer Palace & Old Summer Palace Walk
Ideal for travelers who enjoy relaxed city walks and historical landscapes; explore two gardens in one day.
Itinerary:
09:00 – Meet at Summer Palace East Gate
09:00–12:00 – Guided Summer Palace tour
12:00–12:30 – Walk to Old Summer Palace
12:30–15:30 – Explore Old Summer Palace ruins
Includes
Option 1: Summer Palace Group Tour
Summer Palace ticket
English-speaking guide
One-way transfer from Dongsi Subway Station Exit E to the Summer Palace
Option 2: Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven Group Tour
Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven Tickets
English-speaking guide
Transport from Temple of Heaven to Summer Palace
Option 3: Summer Palace & Forbidden City Group Tour
Summer Palace & Forbidden City Tickets
English-speaking guide
Transport from Forbidden City to Summer Palace
Option 4: Private Summer Palace Tour
Summer Palace ticket
Private guide
Option 5: Private Summer Palace & Botanical Garden Tour
Summer Palace & Botanical Garden Tickets
Private guide
Scenic tram to Botanical Garden
Option 6: Private Panda & Summer Palace Tour
Summer Palace & Panda house Tickets
Private guide
Royal boat (Apr–Oct) / Private transfer (Nov–Mar)
Option 7: Private Summer Palace & Old Summer Palace Walk
Summer Palace & Old Summer Palace Tickets
Private guide
Excludes
Meals, drinks, and personal expenses
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips or gratuities
Boat ride in summer palace
Important Information
- ⏰ Please arrive at the meeting point on time.
Tours operate rain or shine.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Private tours allow flexible schedules and personalized pace.
Summer Palace and other parks may involve walking and stairs.
❌ Tickets are non-refundable for late arrivals.
Guides speak English; translation for other languages is not provided.
Transport between attractions is included as specified; additional transport is at your own cost.
Meals and personal expenses are not included.
Check opening hours of attractions in advance.
Booking confirms your spot—early reservations are recommended for peak seasons.
For the summer palace group tour with city transfer option, a one-way group transfer is included from Dongsi Subway Station Exit E to the Summer Palace. The tour ends at the Summer Palace, and return transportation is not included.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
